|
|
Address
585 Franklin St.
Mountain View, CA 94041
Phone
650-903-6887
Questions?
Contact Us
Website
Library.MountainView.gov
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.
|
|
- The Friends of the Mountain View Library Book Sale will take place August 10-11. The sale will be in the bookmobile garage along Mercy Street in the driveway next to the Library's underground parking lot.
- Saturday, August 10:
- 9:30-10:30 a.m. Members-only Sale.
- 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. General Sale.
- Sunday, August 11:
- The Library will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3.
|
|
|
Thanks to all who joined us for another great year of Summer Reading. A total of 1,783 people registered, including 1,049 children, 170 teens and 564 adults. We hope you enjoyed this year's reading challenge, prizes, events and festivities. Don't forget to pick up your prizes at the Children's Room or second floor desks.
Help us say goodbye to summer at the End of Summer Dance Party in Pioneer Park on Thursday, August 8! The Library DJ will play both popular and seasonal songs to get everyone moving and shaking. This event is for families with kids of all ages.
|
|
|
It's almost time to go back to school. The Library has many free resources available to help support children and teens during their studies.
- With a library card, students can access free learning resources on a wide range of subjects including primary resources and interactive materials.
-
Brainfuse HelpNow provides live tutoring assistance for grades K through 12, expert writing analysis and access to collaboration and study tools.
- Children can develop their reading skills by checking out a book from our recommended reading lists based on age level, genre, read-alikes and more.
- Bring your group on a field trip to the Library! We welcome preschool through high school classes and other children’s groups for storytimes, library tours or focused library instruction.
- High school students have free access to all library digital resources, including research databases, eBooks and streaming services, through their Student Connect Card. Students can also use their card to reserve group study rooms. Schools currently enrolled in the Student Connect Card program include Mountain View High School, Los Altos High School, Saint Francis High School and Alta Vista High School.
- The bookmobile will visit all elementary schools in Mountain View on a rotational basis, providing a convenient opportunity to ask our staff questions, browse for books and pick up holds.
- Need more in-depth help? Students are welcome to visit the Library and receive support from our experienced staff.
|
|
|
We have a great variety of programs for adults lined up for August. Learn more and register to attend.
-
Saturday, August 10*: This session on digitizing and documenting your family history will immerse you in the art of utilizing artificial intelligence for oral history creation, scanning, photo restoration, photo management, movie making and storytelling.
-
Thursday, August 15: Join us for an ancient history talk with Yale professor Eckart Frahm as he discusses his fascinating new book, Assyria: The Rise and Fall of the World's First Empire. Learn about the Assyrians' vast libraries and monumental sculptures, elaborate trade and information networks, and the crucial role played by royal women.
-
Saturday, August 17*: Come to a captivating concert with guitarist Bowen Zheng and clarinetist Renzo DeCarlo. Their performance will feature music from Argentina, Brazil, Italy and Portugal that will enamor audiences.
-
Tuesday, August 20: This Parents Zoom at Noon event will feature special guest Elizabeth Slocum, MPH and specialist with the Santa Clara County Public Health Department, as she discusses how to identify edible products with intoxicating chemicals, how these products are marketed to youth, and advice on how to talk with your child about the risks.
-
Saturday, August 24: Learn what you can grow during Santa Clara County's cool rainy season with Master Gardener Laura Westley. We'll talk about vegetables including lettuce, chard, kale, broccoli, radishes and more.
-
Thursday, August 29*: Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a hands-on Chinese calligraphy workshop. This workshop welcomes participants of all skill levels. Ages 12 and up only.
* These events are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.
|
|
|
Our audience was enthralled by the famous Happy Birds, who showed off their skills through various stunts and tricks.
|
|
|
Teens became acquainted with DJ equipment and began developing their mixing skills in an engaging program with special guest, DJ Yuka Yu.
|
|
|
State Parks Interpreter Alex Trudelle highlighted some of the favorite spots and recreational opportunities at local parks to attentive participants.
|
|
|
Magician Perry Yan presented a thrilling show that left attendees in awe.
|
|
|
We wrapped up Summer Reading with frozen treats and a spirited performance by the Saint Gabriel's Celestial Brass Band in Pioneer Park.
|
|
- Thursday, Aug. 1: Gemello Park Mini Storytime.
- Thursday, Aug. 1: Cardboard Construction.
- Wednesday, Aug. 7: Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.
- Wednesdays, Aug. 7, 14, 21 and 28: ESL Conversation Club.
- Thursday, Aug. 8: End of Summer Dance Party.
- Saturday, Aug. 10: Digitizing and Documenting Your Family History.
- Wednesday, Aug. 14: Bilingual Storytime: Mandarin/English.
- Thursday, Aug. 15: The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD.
- Thursday, Aug. 15: Assyria: The Rise and Fall of the World’s First Empire.
- Saturday, Aug. 17: Drop-in Bike Clinic.
- Saturday, Aug. 17: Classical Guitar and Clarinet Performance.
- Tuesday, Aug. 20: Hidden High: Parents Zoom at Noon Discussing Intoxicating Chemicals (Zoom meeting).
- Wednesday, Aug. 21: Birthday Storytime.
- Wednesday, Aug. 21: An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt.
- Saturday, Aug. 24: Cool Season Vegetable Gardening.
- Wednesday, Aug. 28: Ukulele Jam: Sing and Play Along.
- Thursday, Aug. 29: Mid-Autumn Festival Chinese Calligraphy Workshop.
|
|
|
Did you know that your library card gets you 24/7 access to repair, maintenance and service information on most cars, trucks, SUVs and vans that are currently on the road? With Chilton Auto Library, repairing your own vehicle has never been easier.
This money saving resource not only provides detailed step-by-step service and repair procedures, but it also includes a labor estimating tool that helps you confidently determine your next move while wiring diagrams, closeup photographs and illustrations help eliminate some of the guess work. Want to become a professional? Chilton also provides ASE test prep quizzes for some of the most popular certification exams.
Search by make, model and year to get started.
|
|
|
Every month, the Library hosts virtual events with best-selling authors and renowned thought leaders covering a wide range of topics. Watch the live-streamed events or view past recordings at MountainView.gov/OnlineAuthors.
Online Authors in August:
-
Wednesday, Aug. 7: You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.
-
Thursday, Aug. 15: Join us for a must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD to hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, preserve your relationship with your teen, and help them define success on their terms instead of chasing the elusive “golden ticket.”
-
Wednesday, Aug. 21: Come to a chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures.
For more information and to browse all upcoming Online Author Series events, visit MountainView.gov/OnlineAuthors. This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Mountain View Library.
|
|
|
|
|
