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Monthly Newsletter - November 2021 |
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National Native American Heritage Month
 November is Native American Heritage Month, also referred to as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. It's a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories as well as acknowledge the important contributions of Native people. It's also a time to educate people about tribes, and the unique challenges Native people have faced both historically and in the present.
Celebrate this November and all year round with one of these great books by an Indigenous writer.
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Santa Clara Seed Share
The Seed Share is back with seeds perfect for the cooler weather!
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The Santa Clara Seed Share is a collection of vegetable, herb and flower seeds which patrons can take for free and grow in their gardens.
We currently have nine different types of cool season seeds. Seed types may vary depending on supply. Come check it out on the 2nd floor across from the Reference Desk and get planting!
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Library Closures in November
All Santa Clara City Libraries will be closed for Veteran's Day (Thursday, November 11) and Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday, November 25-26).
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 Pop-Up Outdoor Storytimes
Our Pop-Up Outdoor Storytime features fun books, action/movements, songs, and fingerplays to help your child develop early literacy skills. Bring a blanket, get your masks ready, and wear layers for this outdoor storytime held on our Parkside patio. Masks are required for anyone ages 2 & up.
Tuesday, Nov. 9 at 4 p.m.
Grab some paper and color pencils, and learn to draw your favorite sidekick! In this session, we will learn to draw and color Cat Kid. See calendar event for the supplies list.
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Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 4 p.m.
In anticipation of the James Webb Space Telescope launch next month, join us for a fun interactive STEAM Lab where we’ll conduct our own galaxy inspired experiments and activities. This program is recommended for ages 7 & up with parental supervisor. See calendar event for the supplies list.
Thursday, Nov. 18 at 4 p.m.
Join us for a fun discussion, crafts, and games related to some awesome books! We will discuss and make a craft related to Magic Tree House: Thanksgiving on Thursday by Mary Pope Osborne. Craft kits will be ready for pickup from the Central Park Library Youth Services Desk from Nov 1-18. Must be registered to receive a kit.
Registration required.
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Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 4 p.m.
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Do you want to get better at Mario Kart? In this session, you will learn to master your switch remotes and how to pick the best character to win every race. We will focus specifically on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Nintendo Switch. Players of all ages are welcome! |
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Thinking about touring college campuses but don't have the time to visit them in person? Try out CampusTours.com which provides prospective students with a virtual tour of more than 800 colleges and universities!
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Drop-In Teen Craft
Nov. 15-24 at Central Park Library
Come decorate some jars, and practice mindfulness by thinking about the things, people, and activities that make you feel grateful.
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Tuesday, Nov. 2 at 4 p.m.
Join speaker Janice J. Raj, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist, identify and address thoughts and behaviors that cause sleep problems and replace them with habits that promote quality sleep. Build the techniques to help target struggles with circadian rhythm, sleep drive, and hyperarousal.
Registration required.
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Thursday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m.
Good credit plays an important role in your financial life. At this workshop you will learn how to read a credit report, strategies for increasing your score as well as what to avoid doing that can negatively impact it, and how to build positive credit. This 1-hour presentation includes a Q&A.
Registration required.
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Friday, Nov. 12 at 5 p.m.
Join us as we talk to neuroscientist and contributor to Our Stories Carried Us Here, Dr. Craig Moodie! We'll hear about Craig amazing story, the origins of this graphic novel project from Green Card Voices, and how the immigrant experience continues to be our American experience.
Registration required.
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November 15 - December 6
Patrons can pick up a Take-n-Make Mini Art Kit to enjoy in the privacy of their own home! Create a miniature work-of-art for yourself, as a gift, or a piece adorning that special place in your home.
Kits will be available at adult Reference Desk at all library locations on a first come first serve basis, while supplies last.
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Genealogy Consultant Desk
Start your genealogy research journey with us!
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Join us on Mondays, Tuesdays, and the 3rd Thursday at the Genealogy Consultant Desk in the Heritage Pavilion!
The Santa Clara County Historical & Genealogical Society (SCCHGS) provides free genealogy consulting at the Central Park Library. Come and see one of our experts with your genealogy questions!
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Have questions? We're here to answer!
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Call us at 408-615-2900, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. or
Email us at Librarians@SantaClaraCA.Gov.
Visit us at sclibrary.org/events for our full calendar of events.
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