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April 2016 Events at the Carmichael Library

April 2016 Events at the Carmichael Library

Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael

Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.; 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.

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April 1, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you an expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together!

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April 1, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Carmichael Teen Book Club (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Love to read. Join other teens discussing their favorite books. Pick one of our suggestions or read your own choice. Please bring a snack and share your insights.

April 2, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Backyard Composting (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
This class on backyard composting will cover topics such as the value of compost, types of compost bins, building a compost pile using hot and cold techniques and ways to use compost. Presented by the Master Gardener Compost Education Team

April 2, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 3, Sunday, 9:00 a.m.
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
This is a 4 week class. In this course you will learn valuable word processing skills like creating, saving and retrieving documents; inserting and deleting text; formatting text; and using cut, copy and paste. Before you take this course, you should have some experience with the computer and the Windows operating system. Class consists of four two-hour sessions. You must be willing to commit to ALL four sessions! Classes will start on Sunday April 3 @ 9 am. Following classes are Sunday April 10 @ 9 am, Sunday April 17 @ 9 am and Sunday April 24 @ 9 am. Registration is required. This is an OASIS Connections class.

April 5, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 - 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.

April 5, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help CANCELLED
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 5, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Adult Coloring Program (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Adult Coloring Night. Like to color? Think it's only for kids? Think again! Come and enjoy coloring time just for you. Find out why coloring for adults is quickly becoming a great way to spend your time. It's relaxing, stress-reducing and most of all, fun. Come and see what it's all about! Coloring pages and color pencils will be provided, or bring your own. Light refreshments will be served.

April 6, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 6, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
History Book Club
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
The Carmichael Library History Book Club meets monthly to discuss a non-fiction or historical fiction book. Help us decide which is truer: fact or fiction! Please bring a snack to share and join us as we dive into history books. This month's title is Ladies of Liberty : the women who shaped our nation by Cokie Roberts.

April 7, Thursday, 11:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Miss Kathy for stories, songs and just plain fun!

April 7, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie - Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles. Today’s movie is The Man from U.N.C.L.E. PG 13 © Warner Bros.

April 8, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you an expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together!

April 8, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
After School Book Club (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join us on the Second Friday of every month to talk about the book, play trivia games, and have fun! This month's book is Into the Wild (Warriors #1) by Erin Hunter.

April 9, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Carmichael Second Saturday Audio Book Club
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Is this a good book? Is this a good audio book? Bring a snack and your perceptions to share as we discuss the story. This month's title is Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania by Erik Larson; read by Scott Brick.

April 9, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 12, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 - 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.

April 12, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 13, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 14, Thursday, 11:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Miss Kathy for stories, songs and just plain fun!

April 14, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie - Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles. Today’s movie is The Mirror Crack'd PG © Universal Pictures.

April 15, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you an expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together!

April 15, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Carmichael Manga Cafe (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Calling all manga/anime enthusiasts. Come hang out and discuss your likes. Food, crafts and fun!

April 16, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Carmichael Library Book Club
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Please bring a snack and your opinions to share as we discuss the book. This month's title is Operation Mincemeat by Ben Macintyre.

April 16, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 19, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 - 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.

April 19, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 20, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 21, Thursday, 11:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Miss Kathy for stories, songs and just plain fun!

April 21, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie - Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles. Today’s movie is Ant Man PG 13 © Walt Disney Pictures.

April 22, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Carmichael Teen Book Club (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Love to read. Join other teens discussing their favorite books. Pick one of our suggestions or read your own choice. Please bring a snack and share your insights.

April 23, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Coffee & Crime Book Club ,
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
How about a good mystery with a cup of Joe (or tea)? Bring a snack to share as we become judge and jury for each case. This month's book is A Great Deliverance by Elizabeth George.

April 23, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Teen Maker Camp (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Teen program for building, tinkering and exploring.

April 23, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 26, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 - 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.

April 26, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 26, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Sci-Fi Book Club
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Sci-Fi book club will explore the exciting and diverse field of science fiction and fantasy : from aliens and spaceships to dragons and wizards. Please bring a snack to share and join us. This month's title is James Tiptree, Jr.: the double life of Alice B. Sheldon by Julie Phillips.

April 27, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

April 28, Thursday, 11:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Miss Kathy for stories, songs and just plain fun!

April 28, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie - Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles. Today’s movie is Goosebumps PG © Columbia Pictures Industries Inc.

April 30, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Tech & eReader Help CANCELLED
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Need help with your computer, tablet or other mobile device? Want to learn how to read or listen to books & magazines on your device? Come and get help from our Tech Assistant! Walk-ins welcome! No appointment required. **Please come with any account information & passwords related to your device (library card, email, etc).

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