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What's Happening This Month At Lafayette Library
Among the offerings: a "Soup Opera"; a pruning class; movie screening; and advice for raising kids with ADHD.
Tuesday, January 13, 2015 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
Contra Costa Master Gardeners present - Pruning Basics
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A gardening expert will be on hand to share the basics of healthy pruning practices for your trees, shrubs, and roses. Learn how to prune, when to prune and what to prune.
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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Library Open Space
Stop by for a “Sip of Soup!”
Come and meet members of the Lafayette community! Enjoy a “Sip of Soup” and learn about the Lafayette Community Garden. Musical entertainment provided by some of Lafayette’s finest! Certificates available for a visit to the Garden, opening February 1. Harvest vegetables for your own soup pot! Sponsored by the Lafayette Library and the Lafayette Community Garden.
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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 | 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM | Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Soup Opera!
Come enjoy the “Soup Opera” as performed by some of the Lafayette community’s finest! Stay for a “Sip of Soup” and some enjoyable conversation with folks from local community groups and the Lafayette Community Garden.
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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Community Hall
Wonders of the World Lecture Series: SFMOMA
The Friends of The Lafayette Library and Learning Center continues its docent lecture series withCalifornia Artists: From Figure to Funk, exploring SFMOMA’s long-standing history of showcasing and nurturing California artists. The talk focuses on the exciting Northern California scene from the 1950s through the 1980s, a period when local artists, nurtured by the area’s educational institutions, developed a rich visual culture.
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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
New Year, New You: Holistic Health Techniques
Join us for an introduction to holistic health with Holly Reese, Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Wellness Coach. Holly will describe a variety of holistic techniques used to heal from chronic illness and pain. She will also teach some basic reflexology techniques, as well as introduce a variety of foods that heal. Holly will discuss her book Rising from the Abyss, which chronicles her journey out of chronic illness using holistic health techniques.
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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Community Hall
Raising a Child with ADHD
Special Parents, Special Kids presents: Raising a child with ADHD provides a unique set of challenges. Deborah will discuss practical tips and tricks to help your family life run more smoothly. From basic advice such as how to get out the door in a timely manner, to homework strategies, and more enjoyable mealtimes, you will come away from this presentation with strategies you can implement.
For more information click here.
Thursday, January 15, 2015 | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
Pre-finals Study Session
Studying for finals is stressful! To help, we’ll give you two hours of a quiet study space plus free snacks & drinks.
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Thursday, January 15, 2015 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Community Hall
Friends of the LLLC present: Sweet Thursday with Julia Scheeres
Join us for an evening with Julia Scheeres, Berkeley resident and New York Times and London Times bestselling author as she discusses her latest book, A Thousand Lives: The Untold Story of Jonestown. In this true life story of blind loyalty and daring escapes, of corrupted ideals and senseless, haunting loss, author Julia Scheeres follows the experiences of five Peoples Temple members who went to Jonestown. Vividly written and impossible to forget.
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Friday, January 16, 2015 | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Community Hall
Contra Costa Performing Arts Society: Jazz Piano Concert
Join us for a very special Jazz Piano Concert presented by the Contra Costa Performing Arts Society. This is a free event sponsored by the Friends of the Lafayette Library and Learning Center. No registration is required.
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Sunday, January 18, 2015 | All Day - All Day | Library Open Space
It’s Penguin Week!
Join us this week as we celebrate “Penguin Awareness Day!” Look for fun activities all week at the Lafayette Library & Learning Center!
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Tuesday, January 20, 2015 | All Day - All Day | Lafayette Library and Learning Center
“It’s Tacky Tuesday!”
Today we celebrate “Tacky the Penguin!” Come to the library today dressed in your favorite Hawaiian shirt! Free small prize at the front desk for all who participate!! Come back this afternoon for a special viewing of one of your favorite penguin movies!
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Tuesday, January 20, 2015 | 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
Mr. Popper’s Penguins!
Today is Penguin Awareness Day! Come celebrate with us as we watch “Mr. Popper’s Penguins!” Penguin treats will be provided!
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Wednesday, January 21, 2015 | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
Social Media Strategies Workshop: LinkedIn 2015 - What’s New
When was the last time you looked closely at your LinkedIn profile? This popular networking platform continues to evolve. In this workshop, we’ll review what’s new - and how to leverage those changes to help you achieve your business goals.
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Wednesday, January 21, 2015 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
Make Your Own Whiteboard
Forget buying a whiteboard - make your own! Use the magazines provided to make it stand out and be one of a kind.
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Wednesday, January 21, 2015 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Homework Center
Curiosity Corner: Let’s Learn about Penguins!
Come learn about penguins and chilly place they call home. Books, activities, crafts and games. Prizes and fun!
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Thursday, January 22, 2015 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Children’s Room
Penguin Party!
After a storytime full of Penguin fun, join us in the Children’s room for a Penguin Party! Crafts, games and fun!
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Thursday, January 22, 2015 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Homework Center
The 52 New Foods Challenge with author Jennifer Tyler Lee!
Michael Pollan calls it a, “Cool new cookbook” and we couldn’t agree more! Join Jennifer Tyler Lee, award-winning game creator and author of “The 52 New Foods Challenge,” for an afternoon packed with fun, family food adventures!
For more information click here.
Saturday, January 24, 2015 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Community Hall
Gold Coast Chamber Players
Serenade. French and Japanese Impressionism, featuring soprano Christine Brandes, harpist Olga Rakitchenkov, and flutist Julie McKenzie.
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Monday, January 26, 2015 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Community Hall
The Oakland Zoomobile!
An Oakland Zoo Education Specialist will bring small live animals to the Lafayette Library! Join us for a wild afternoon!
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Wednesday, January 28, 2015 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Community Hall
Science Cafe: The Art & Science of Violin Making
Explore the Art & Science of violin making with guest speaker Alan Copeland, an award winning violin, cello and viola maker. Science Cafe will explore the science of violin making - including the recent carefully designed studies of player preferences among old and new instruments, the use of x-ray CT scanning to understand iconic violins, approaches to material selection, and measurements with modern tools as an aid in the making process.
For more information click here.
Thursday, January 29, 2015 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Arts & Science Discovery Center
Social Security Benefits Workshop
Learn how you can potentially maximize your Social Security benefits! Financial Planner Kinley Wong will lead this educational workshop and Q&A session.
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