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April 2014 Events at the Sylvan Oaks Library

Sylvan Oaks Library, 6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights

Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at (916) 264-2920 or visit www.saclibrary.org.

 

TEEN
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PROM DRESS DRIVE @ SYLVAN OAKS (ONGOING EVENT)
Saturday, March 01, 2014 - Saturday, April 05, 2014
All Day
Bring your gently used formal dresses, shoes, accessories, and other formal wear to Sylvan Oaks Library and North Highlands Library during open hours. All sizes needed. Donations will go to students in need. There will be a dress exchange on Thursday, April 17.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
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TODDLER STORYTIME @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays  4/8/2014, 4/15/2014, 4/22/2014, 4/29/2014

11:30 AM
Children ages 12 months to 3 years will share songs, fingerplays, stories and fun.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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HOMEWORK ZONE @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays  4/8/2014, 4/15/2014, 4/22/2014, 4/29/2014

3:30 PM
Free Homework Help!
Are you struggling with a school assignment? Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at Sylvan Oaks Library. We offer free homework assistance in all subjects on a drop-in basis for grades 1 - 8. Come to the Homework Zone to build your confidence and get better grades! The Homework Zone tables are located in the Children's Area.

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JOB COACH @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays 4/8/2014, 4/15/2014, 4/22/2014, 4/29/2014

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3:30 PM
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview, and more! Sign up for a 3:30-4:30pm appointment online or at the Service Desk. Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations.

ADULT
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JOB COACH @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays 4/8/2014, 4/15/2014, 4/22/2014, 4/29/2014

4:30 PM
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview, and more! Sign up for a 4:30-5:30pm appointment online or at the Service Desk. Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT @ SYLVAN OAKS LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
5:00 PM
Starting February 4th, we'll show the first installment of an 8-part series that stars a boy wizard whose fate is tied to that of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named. Join us the first Tuesday of each month for a movie and some popcorn in our community room. You're welcome to bring your own additional snacks and soft drinks.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME, SONGS AND CRAFTS @ SYLVAN OAKS  (RECURRING)
Wednesday, April 02, 2014
Other dates: Wednesdays 4/9/2014, 4/16/2014, 4/23/2014, 4/30/2014

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10:15 AM
Come join your friends for stories, singing, and craft time with Poppy at Sylvan Oaks Library! Each week we start out with Storytime and finish the morning off with a fun and easy craft to take home.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
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BABY LAPSIT @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Wednesday, April 02, 2014
Other dates: Wednesdays 4/9/2014, 4/16/2014, 4/23/2014

1:00 PM
Infants from birth to 12 months are welcome to come with their adults. Gentle rhymes, songs, and stories help build early literacy skills and provide a bonding experience for babies and parents.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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TWEEN BOOK CLUB @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 03, 2014
4:00 PM
Like to read? Are you 9-12 years old? Join the Tween Book Club at Sylvan Oaks Library. We meet every month on the first Thursday. We talk about books, eat snacks, and have a trivia contest with prizes. We will be discussing Everything on a Waffle, by Polly Horvath at our next meeting.

ADULT
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JOB COACH @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 03, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays  4/10/2014, 4/17/2014, 4/24/2014

4:30 PM
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview, and more! Sign up for a 4:30-5:30pm appointment online or at the Service Desk. Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations.

ADULT
SYLVAN OAKS LIBRARY
JOB COACH @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 03, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays 4/10/2014, 4/17/2014, 4/24/2014

5:30 PM
Looking for a job? Need help?
Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview, and more! Sign up for a 5:30-6:30pm appointment online or at the Service Desk. Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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SYLVAN OAKS FRIENDS' BOOK SALE (RECURRING)
Saturday, April 05, 2014
11:00 AM
Find special books at terrific prices at our bi-monthly Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library Book Sale! You'll find great bargains on used books. The sale runs from 11:00 - 3:30, and we are located at 6700 Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights.


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TEEN VOLUNTEER TRAINING @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Saturday, April 05, 2014
11:00 AM
Want to help out at Sylvan Oaks Library? Let us show you the ropes! Teens between the ages 14-17 are required to undergo training before volunteering at the library. Trainings are held on the first Saturday of every month. Those attending the training will get 2 logged volunteer hours. We request no less than a 6-week commitment of at least one hour per week, not to exceed 2 hours a day, Tuesday-Saturday. Please remember to visit our Volunteer page and fill out an application: http://www.saclibrary.org/FAQ/Volunteer/. Thank you for your volunteer service!

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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KIDS CAN COOK WITH CA FOOD LITERACY @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 08, 2014
4:00 PM
Sylvan Oaks Library and the California Food Literacy have teamed up to offer cooking classes for kids every second Tuesday of the month. Come join other culinary-curious kids to learn about nutrition, food preparation, and listen to a story.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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KIDART @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Other dates:3/13/2014, 4/10/2014, 5/8/2014

3:30 PM
School-age children ages 5-12 will make an art project in an hour or less. All materials provided. For details about this month's project, ask our helpful Sylvan Oaks staff.

ADULT
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JOB HUNTING SKILLS & THEMES @ SYLVAN OAKS LIBRARY
Thursday, April 10, 2014
6:00 PM
Job hunting can be so stressful: what do I wear? how can I be my most genuine self? what do I want for my theme? Julie Woodworker Hubbs, a life coach, can help you answer these questions and more!

ADULT
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COFFEE, DONUTS, AND A MOVIE @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Friday, April 11, 2014
1:30 PM
Come enjoy this month's classic feature, along with a cup of coffee and a fresh donut.

BOOK CLUB
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SYLVAN OAKS BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Saturday, April 12, 2014
10:00 AM
The book club at Sylvan Oaks Library meets monthly and reads a variety of fiction. Please join us!

TEEN
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TEEN MOVIE @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
3:00 PM
Come watch one of the hottest new releases on the big screen! Children are trained as soldiers on spaceships in this sci-fi epic. Based on a novel. Rated PG-13, recommended for ages 12+.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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KID SCIENTISTS @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 17, 2014
3:30 PM
Are you a kid who loves science experiments? Come to Sylvan Oaks Library and join the Kid Scientists! Each month we'll make some hypotheses, conduct a group experiment, talk about what happens and why, and more. Don't miss it! This is a program that is best suited for children in elementary school.

TEEN
SYLVAN OAKS LIBRARY
PROM DRESS EXCHANGE @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 17, 2014
5:00 PM
Come get your dress! Donated formal dresses and accessories will be available free to local teens. Come ready to try on some formal wear.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH MOVIE PROGRAM @ SYLVAN OAKS
Saturday, April 19, 2014
10:00 AM
Welcome to a special movie for families with kids on the autism spectrum! We'll be showing a popular kids' film but the lights will be slightly up, the sound will be less loud, and we'll have some GFCF snacks to munch on. Noise and/or behaviors are never a problem. For the film name and more information, please contact Janet at jwininger@saclibrary.org or call 264-2920.

TEEN
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KAPLAN: SAT ESSAY WRITING WORSHOP @ SYLVAN OAKS
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
4:00 PM
In this workshop, students begin by writing a practice essay under timed, test like conditions. They get advice to help them recognize what essay graders are looking for, as well as
strategies on writing effective essays. Students will receive their graded essays following this 75-minute session.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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LEGO MANIA @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 24, 2014
3:30 PM
Come build to your heart's content at the library. There will be plenty of bricks for everyone, so don't be shy. Come join the fun!

ADULT
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SIT & STITCH @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Friday, April 25, 2014
1:00 PM
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Do you have fiber-crafting skills to share with beginners? Bring a project to work on as we learn together! Adults and teens welcome!

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
SYLVAN OAKS LIBRARY
BASIC TECH CLASSES(RECURRING)
Saturday, April 26, 2014
10:00 AM
Come join this class and learn the very basics of computer use. This beginner class will help patrons learn how to use the mouse, navigate their computer, and more. This class is intended to help people with very limited to no computer skills. Stay tuned for future classes that involve more advanced lessons.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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THE PUPPET COMPANY: "PEREZ AND MONDIGA" @ SYLVAN OAKS
Saturday, April 26, 2014
2:00 PM
"Perez and Mondinga," presented by The Puppet Company, is the story of a cockroach who marries a mouse. This Mexican fable tells the tale of how Perez and Mondinga settle down, hold a wonderful fiesta and defeat the evil Cat who tries to ruin everything. Told in English with some Spanish words incorporated and accompanied by recorded Mariachi music. Dia program.

TEEN
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TEEN ADVISORY BOARD @ SYLVAN OAKS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
5:00 PM
Interested in community service, leadership opportunities, and fun? TAB is all about teens creating their own service projects -- whether that means organizing fun programs for teens or other community outreach projects. Join us for an informal meeting as we plan out our future ventures. Participants get credit for two hours of volunteering. Bonus: TAB looks *great* on your college applications.





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