June 2014 Events at the Rancho Cordova Library

Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento

Sunday & 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.

ADULT
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SAKURAMENTO ANIME SOCIETY @ RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH (RECURRING)
Sunday, June 01, 2014
Other dates: Sundays 6/8/2014, 6/15/2014, 6/22/2014, 6/29/2014
3:00 PM
Attend the Sakuramento Anime society weekly event and watch old and new Anime and Anime Music Videos (AMVs). Come play CCGs, practice your art skills and make AMVs. All adults welcome. NOT HELD Sunday March 23 2014 due to Maintenance Work Scheduled.

ADULT
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RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH IS A POLLING PLACE IN SACRAMENTO COUNTY (RECURRING)
Tuesday, June 03, 2014
7:00 AM
The Polling Place at the Rancho Cordova Library opens 7 am and closes 8 pm.
It is in the Library Community Room.
The library is open its usual hours, from 10 am to 8 pm.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
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STORYTIME @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, June 04, 2014
Other dates: Wednesdays 6/11/2014, 6/18/2014, 6/25/2014
10:30 AM
Build early literacy skills with fun rhymes, stories, songs and more!  ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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KENDAMA @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, June 05, 2014
5:00 PM
Become a "dama" enthusiast! Learn new tricks, showcase your skills, and have fun with this popular Japanese skill toy! Bring your own kendama or use one of ours. Beginners are welcome!  ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***  Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

ADULT
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GARDEN CLUB OF RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, June 06, 2014
1:00 PM
Learn what you can be doing in your garden now, take an armchair garden tour, or share tips and information with other gardeners. Special guest gardeners at many of our meetings! We may plan field trips to gardens as well. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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PETTING ZOO @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Friday, June 06, 2014
4:00 PM
Celebrate the kick off of our Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ - by meeting some adorable bunnies, piglets, ducks, and more from Greenich's Acres!  The petting zoo will be on the lawn east of the library building.  ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***  Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

ADULT
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VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION AT THE RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH (RECURRING)
Friday, June 06, 2014
4:00 PM
Learn to be a library Volunteer. Primarily, we need volunteers to shelve books. Thank you for thinking of the library.
Please note: NO MEETING JULY 5 2013, Library CLOSED.

ADULT
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COFFEE, TEA AND CONVERSATION FOR SENIORS AT RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, June 07, 2014
10:00 AM
Share what your favorite books are, your favorite memories: let the conversation flow! Light refreshments will be served. First Saturday every month except July 5 2014, Furlough Day. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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THE MAGIC OF ANDY AMYX @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Saturday, June 07, 2014
1:30 PM
Magician Andy Amyx presents a high-energy magic show with lots of humor and audience participation.   ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***  Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

ADULT
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SYSTEM FRIENDS RENEWAL MEMBERSHIP MAILINGS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
10:00 AM
System Friends Renewal Membership Mailings.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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SACRAMENTO COUNTY SHERIFF K9 UNIT @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
4:00 PM
Come meet a furry, four legged sheriff! A sheriff and their K9 partner will share information about how they serve and protect Sacramento County.  ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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KIDS' SNACKS PROGRAM @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, June 12, 2014
3:30 PM
The Junior League of Sacramento's After School Snack Program provides activities that promote the health and well-being of children and youth in our communities. This program provides students with a tasty nutritional boost and encourages participation in supervised snack preparation using local and seasonal produce. We provide activities that are safe, fun and filled with learning opportunities. Co-sponsored by Sacramento Public Library. Free program for school age children ages 6 - 12 years old.

ADULT
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THE JUNIOR LEAGUE DOES UPKEEP ON THE LIBRARY GARDEN (RECURRING)
Saturday, June 14, 2014
9:00 AM
Help the Junior League keep the children's training garden in good shape.

BOOK CLUB
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RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY MYSTERY LOVERS BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
3:00 PM
This library book club is for lovers of mysteries. We are a friendly, informal group that meets the third Tuesday of each month from 3 pm to 4:30 pm in our Community Room. Please join us for exciting discussions. The book that will be discussed is The Two Deaths of Daniel Hayes by Marcus Sakey, June 18th.

ADULT
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AUTHOR JAMES SCOTT PRESENTS, WESTERN GOLD RUSH SALOONS, RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRAR
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
6:00 PM
Local author and librarian James Scott has written a fascinating account of Gold Rush Saloons! Share this evening of history and colorful lore! Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Historical Society, the Rancho Cordova Branch and the Branch Friends' Group. Light refreshments served.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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KIDS' CHESS CLUB @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
4:00 PM
Here's a chance for school-age chess players of all skill levels to play against each other free. Beginning chess lessons provided. Challengers and visitors are welcome to gather around, watch and learn from games in progress. Come any time between 4 and 6 p.m., sign in and find out how much fun chess can be!  ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***

ADULT
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RANCHO CORDOVA THIRD THURSDAYS WRITING GROUP AND LITERARY READINGS (RECURRING)
Thursday, June 19, 2014
6:00 PM
Rancho Cordova Library Adult Writing Group-
- If you are just starting to write, want feedback on your writing, or need a helpful push to write more, this group is for you! We will provide gentle advice in a supportive writing environment.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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LADYBUGS @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Friday, June 20, 2014
4:00 PM
Ladybugs love to live in vegetable gardens! But do they eat vegetables? We'll learn all about these fancy insects and make a ladybug craft to take home. We'll eat healthy treats that look like ladybugs, too! We'll also read 'Ladybug Girl' by David Soman.  Program presented by California Food Literacy.  ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!*** 
Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

ADULT
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CAPITOL CRIMES SISTERS IN CRIME @ RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, June 21, 2014
1:00 PM
Mystery authors and fans gather to hear speakers and read and discuss mystery books and the writing mysteries.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
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INDIVIDUAL E-READER HELP @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, June 21, 2014
2:00 PM
Individuals may schedule a personalized help session for the use of their e-reader with the library's digital collection. First come, first served, with individual sessions lasting up to 20 minutes. A library card and pin number is needed. This is free help from the Library.

BOOK CLUB
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FANTASY & SCIENCE FICTION TEEN BOOK GROUP (RECURRING)
Thursday, June 26, 2014
4:00 PM
Teens! Do you enjoy reading books about fantasy, ghosts, other galaxies, and life forms? Join our book discussion group once a month for fun talks about other worldly books that conjure the imagination.

ADULT
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JOB SEARCHING ONLINE @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, June 27, 2014
10:00 AM
This free Oasis class will help you look for a job by using the Internet. Learn to search for jobs online,& communicate with prospective employers. Register via our website, by calling 916-264-2920, or by visiting a library service desk. Class is held during closed hours, so please enter through the staff entrance.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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LEGO MANIA! @ RANCHO CORODVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, June 27, 2014
3:30 PM
Build cool things with LEGOs - racers, space ships, bridges, inventions, whatever you choose. Our LEGOs, your creativity!   ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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UNCLE AL'S MAGIC SHOW @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Saturday, June 28, 2014
1:00 PM
Uncle Al offers a fun and exciting magic show where many audience members are participants. In the show, things appear, disappear and sometimes go wrong only to be turned into a surprise for everyone. Focus is on the kids and promotes reading.   ***Part of the Summer Reading Program - PAWS TO READ!***  Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

ADULT
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SPANISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE FOR ADULTS AT RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, June 28, 2014
3:00 PM
Join a friendly group of adults to practice your conversational Spanish. We all help each other learn. All knowledge-levels welcome, including beginners. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group and meetup.com