August 2013 Events at the Franklin Library

Franklin Library, 10055 Franklin High Rd., Elk Grove

Tuesday: 10 a.m. @8 p.m.; Wednesday: 10 a.m. @6 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. @8 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.   

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
ANDY WARHOL "KITCHEN SOUP" WITH ARTWORKS
Thursday, August 01, 2013
4:00 PM
Andy Warhol created prints based on images we see every day, including soup cans. Create your own one of a kind artwork based on things we find in the kitchen. Art will actually be created on paper that will go around a soup can, so families can keep the work for years to come.  

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
DEFENDING AMERICA FILM SERIES @FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Thursday, August 01, 2013
Other dates:6/6/2013, 7/4/2013, 8/1/2013
5:30 PM
Classic war drama films.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME@FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Every Tuesday, August 06, 2013
Other dates: 8/13/2013, 8/20/2013, 8/27/2013.
10:00 AM
Preschoolers, aged 3-5, are invited to join us for 30 minutes of interactive play with parent or caregiver followed by stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts at 10:30. In order to keep Preschool Story & Play safe and enjoyable for all, we limit participation to the first 40 children.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
BASIC COMPUTER, INTERNET, E-MAIL AND TECHNOLOGY HELP@FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Every Tuesday, August 06, 2013
Other dates: 8/13/2013, 8/20/2013, 8/27/2013.
6:00 PM
If you have a basic computer/internet/e-mail question, or questions about your e-device (tablets, smartphones, e-Readers), feel free to drop-in for a one-on-one session. First come, first served. Bring your device, if possible, and your questions! Hope to see you there!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
TODDLER STORYTIME@FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Every Wednesday, August 07, 2013
Other dates: 8/14/2013, 8/21/2013, 8/28/2013.
10:00 AM
Toddlers – ages 0-3, are invited to join us for 30 minutes of interactive play with parent or caregiver followed by stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts at 10:30. In order to keep Todder Story & Play safe and enjoyable for all, we limit participation to the first 30 children.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
LEGO BLOCK PARTY@FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Other dates: 8/24/2013
10:00 AM
It’s a Lego Block Party! We supply lots and lots of Lego and Duplo blocks – you supply the imagination. Come build with us!

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
JOB HUNTERS' RESOURCES AT THE LIBRARY@FRANKLIN
Saturday, August 10, 2013
1:00 PM
From resume/interview coaches, to online/in-person technology classes, your local library offers plenty of helpful tools to improve your chances at getting the job. We will be taking a brief look at each resource with the goal of familiarizing you enough to use them independently in the library and/or at home. Hope to see you there!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
TEMPERA FINGERPAINTING!@FRANKLIN
Saturday, August 17, 2013
10:00 AM
Yes, it’s painting. Yes, it’s for toddlers and preschoolers. Yes, it’s gonna get messy! Please join us for lots of fun, creative play with tempera paints. We’ll explore color mixing, pattern making and finger play with paints along the way. Make sure to wear your play clothes or painting apron!

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
E-BOOKS, E-READERS AND MORE!@FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, August 17, 2013
1:00 PM
If you own a compatible e-Reader, smartphone, tablet or would just like to try reading on your computer at home, come join us to learn about the library’s digital media collection! We will be going over how to navigate our electronic collection, add ebooks and audiobooks to your e-device and read magazines from the comfort of your own home. We hope to see you there!

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
VIRTUAL HOMEWORK HELP 101@FRANKLIN
Saturday, August 24, 2013
1:00 PM
Parents – did you know that your local library offers free homework resources online that are accessible even when we’re closed? Come learn about how you can access virtual tutors, e-books on Missions, biographies and more from the comfort of your own home.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
YOGA FOR KIDS@FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, August 24, 2013
2:00 PM
Children between the ages 6-10 are invited to join in bringing books to life with yoga poses and sequences. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga or exercise mat if you have one. Please note that parents of all attendees must sign a release of liability prior to participation.