December 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.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
TAB HOLIDAY PET DONATION COLLECTION FOR THE SPCA AND THE ELK GROVE FOOD BANK  (ONGOING EVENT)
Friday, November 01, 2013 - Friday, December 20, 2013
All Day
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) of the Franklin Community Library is collecting pet food donations for the SPCA and the Elk Grove Food Bank for the holiday season from November 1 to December 20. The SPCA accepts dry and wet food for dogs and cats, collars and leashes, bedding, and other pet supplies. The Elk Grove Food Bank accepts dry food only for dogs and cats. Containers for both organizations are located inside the library. You may drop off your item any time from November 1 to December 20. Thank you for helping the Franklin Library’s TAB support our community and those in need during the holiday season.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME- FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Tuesday, December 03, 2013
Other dates: 11/19/2013, 11/26/2013, 12/10/2013, 12/17/2013
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)
Tuesday, December 03, 2013
Other dates: 11/19/2013, 11/26/2013, 12/10/2013, 12/17/2013
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. Appointments can be made at the service desk. If no appointments are made, sessions will be 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)
Wednesday, December 04, 2013
Other dates: 11/20/2013, 11/27/2013, 12/11/2013, 12/18/2013
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.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
ADVENTURES IN BUBBLE LAND WITH THE BUBBLE LADY, REBECCA NILE @ FRANKLIN
Thursday, December 05, 2013
4:00 PM
Everyone loves bubbles! Join us for a high energy adventure in Bubble Land with the Bubble Lady. She tells stories with bubbles to illustrate them and also uses many different objects that could be used as bubble wands.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Thursday, December 05, 2013
Other dates:11/14/2013, 12/12/2013, 1/2/2014, 1/9/2014, 2/6/2014, 2/13/2014, 3/6/2014, 3/13/2014, 4/3/2014, 4/10/2014, 5/1/2014, 5/8/2014
5:30 PM
Visit the Franklin Library for a family movie and popcorn.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
LEGO BLOCK PARTY @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 07, 2013
Other dates:11/16/2013
10:00 AM
It’s a Lego Block Party! We supply lots and lots of Lego and Duplo blocks – you supply your imagination. Come build with us!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
SATURDAY STORYTIME @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 07, 2013
Other dates:11/16/2013, 11/23/2013, 12/14/2013
10:00 AM
Parents/caregivers and their toddlers and preschoolers, ages 0-5, are invited to join us for a special series of storytimes. Saturday Storytime is comprised of 30 minutes of interactive play with educational toys followed by stories, songs, flannel boards, and crafts.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
FRANKLIN'S 12TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, December 07, 2013
12:00 PM
Join us for cake, apple cider, and a children's craft project to celebrate our 12th annual Open House! Each child will receive a gift.

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
ONE ON ONE JOB COACHING @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 07, 2013
Other dates: 11/16/2013, 11/23/2013, 12/14/2013
1:00 PM
Are you looking for a job? Feeling a bit rusty on your interview skills or bewildered by all the new technology a successful job search demands? We can help. Registration is required. If no appointment is scheduled, service will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
ONE ON ONE JOB COACHING @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 07, 2013
Other dates:11/16/2013, 11/23/201312/14/2013
2:00 PM
Are you looking for a job? Feeling a bit rusty on your interview skills or bewildered by all the new technology a successful job search demands? We can help. Registration is required. If no appointment is scheduled, service will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

TEEN
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Other dates:1/14/2014, 2/11/2014, 3/11/2014, 4/8/2014, 5/13/2014
5:00 PM
All interested volunteers must fill out the volunteer application located at www.saclibrary.org as well as attend an orientation.

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
FRIENDS OF FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 14, 2013
9:30 AM
Franklin Friends of the Sacramento Public Library raise money for materials, programs, and furnishings for the Franklin Community Library. They also represent the branch at community events and advocate for the library. The Franklin Friends welcome members of the public to attend our meetings.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
LEGO BLOCK PARTY @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Other dates: 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!

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
YOGA FOR KIDS @ FRANKLIN (RECURRING)
Saturday, December 14, 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.