January 2015 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.

January 2, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits @ Carmichael Library (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you and expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together.

January 6, 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 kids ages 5 to 10 years old that are reading. Earn credit for the time spent reading and earn a book too.

January 7, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
History Book Club (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 “The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes Nazi Thieves and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History” by Robert M. Edsel.

January 8, 15, 22, 29
Thursday, 11:45 a.m.
Stay and Play @ Carmichael Library (Early Childhood (0-5)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Parents and caregivers are invited to bring in their babies toddlers and other children to “stay and play”. We will put out toys for the children to play with while their parents socialize.

January 8, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee @ Carmichael Library (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie @ Carmichael Library - Free. Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles

January 9, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits @ Carmichael Library (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you and expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together.

January 9, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
After School Book Club @ Carmichael Library (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 The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder

January 10, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Carmichael Second Saturday Audio Book Club (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 Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King. Read by Will Patton.

January 13, 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 kids ages 5 to 10 years old that are reading. Earn credit for the time spent reading and earn a book too.

January 14, Wednesday, 4:15 p.m.
Chess Club at Carmichael Library (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you want to learn to play chess? Do you already know how to play? All skill levels are welcome to join us at our Chess Club. We will have an instructor to teach beginners. All supplies will be provided. Bring a snack if you like.

January 15, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee @ Carmichael Library (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie @ Carmichael Library - Free. Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles

January 16, Friday, 9:00 a.m.
iPad (2 session class) - Oasis Connection class @ Carmichael (Technology Instruction)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
In this course you will learn the basic tricks and techniques for using your iPad including: physical layout of buttons and features navigating screens and apps connecting to the Internet overview of included apps downloading apps from the Apple Store and the settings you need to know. Plan on attending both session Friday 1/15 & 1/23. Please bring your own iPad fully charged and know your Apple ID and password. This is an OASIS Connections class.
Registration is Required
January 16, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits @ Carmichael Library (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you and expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together.

January 16, 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.

January 17, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Carmichael Library Book Club (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 And I’d Do It Again: Aimee Crocker’s Refined Vaudeville by Aimee Crocker and K. M. Taylor.

January 20, 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 kids ages 5 to 10 years old that are reading. Earn credit for the time spent reading and earn a book too.

January 22, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee @ Carmichael Library (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie @ Carmichael Library - Free. Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles

January 23, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits @ Carmichael Library (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you and expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together.

January 23, 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.

January 24, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Coffee & Crime Book Club @ Carmichael Library (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 title is The Cold Dish by Craig Johnson.

January 24, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Frozen Fiesta. (School Age (6-12)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
A party about all things Disney’s Frozen. Food crafts and all sorts of Frozen fun.

January 27, 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 kids ages 5 to 10 years old that are reading. Earn credit for the time spent reading and earn a book too.

January 27, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Sci-Fi Book Club (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 Fool’s Assassin by Robin Hobb.

January 28, Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.
Chess Club at Carmichael (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you want to learn to play chess? Do you already know how to play? All skill levels are welcome to join us at our Chess Club. We will have an instructor to teach beginners. All supplies will be provided.

January 29, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee @ Carmichael Library (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie @ Carmichael Library - Free. Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles

January 30, Friday, 9:00 a.m.
Introduction to Computers - (12 hours) - Jan 30 Feb 4 6 11 13 & 20 (Technology Instruction)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
OASIS Connections class - In this fun hands-on course you will learn all the basic computer skills including using the mouse and keyboard working in Microsoft Windows using Microsoft Word surfing the Internet and using Email. This course is ideal for someone who has a little experience with the computer but wants to know more. Class consists of six two-hour sessions. You must be willing to commit to ALL six sessions. Classes will start on Friday January 30 @ 9 am. Following classes are Wednesday February 4 @ 9 am Friday February 6 @ 9 am Wednesday February 11 @ 9 am Friday February 13 @ 9 am and Friday February 20. Registration is required.

January 30, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits @ Carmichael Library (Adult)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you and expert who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together.