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March 2015 Events at the Fair Oaks Library
March 2015 Events at the Fair Oaks Library
March 2015 Events at the Fair Oaks Library
Fair Oaks Library, 11601 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.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.
March 4, Wednesday, 6:45 p.m.
Read to a Dog! @ Fair Oaks (School Age (6-12))
Bring your child to the library to read aloud to a quiet friendly dog. Each dog is attended by an adult volunteer and both are trained and licensed by Therapy Dogs Inc. Children who read to the dogs can earn a book of their choice from our collection of books provided by the Friends of the . And for our December program we are encouraging participants to come in their pajamas!
March 5, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Teen Book Club @ Fair Oaks (Teen)
Are you a voracious reader? A lover of fine fiction? Enjoy discussing recent reads with others? The Teen Book Club @ Fair Oaks meets the First Thursday of every month in the Teen Area at 3:30 to discuss our book of the month. Must be 13-17 to participate.
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March 5, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
eReader Help @ Fair Oaks (Technology Instruction)
Assistance is available every Thursday evening between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to learn how to download eBooks to any eReader. No appointment is necessary.
March 7, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Radical Home Ec. @ Fair Oaks: Birds & Birdwatching (Adult)
In this series of fun programs for adults we will learn about a topic create a project and walk away with the tools to continue making things at home! We meet the first Saturday of each month in the Community Room from 11 AM - 1 PM This program funded by the Friends of the
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March 7, Saturday, 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Job Coach @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Come and meet one-on-one with a volunteer job coach who will help you look for jobs create an effective resume and more! Each appointment lasts for approximately 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to make a reservation online.
March 10, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Teen Writing Club @ Fair Oaks (Teen)
Are you an aspiring playwright? Creating comics? Writing the next great American novel? Each month on the second Tuesday teen writers can gather at the to share their writing trade tips and talk about new ideas. You can also just drop by for some quality writing time. Must be 12-18 years old in order to participate.
March 10, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
The Poodlums @ Fair Oaks (Family/All Ages)
Come join the fun with The Poodlums! Their interactive musical performances consist of original music focusing on movement learning language imagination and creativity. Don’t miss it!
March 11, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Knit and Crochet Circle @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Now twice a month! Enjoy a bit of conversation and companionship at the Crochet and Knitting Circle! All ages and skill levels are welcome; this is not an instructional class but some assistance will be available. Please bring your own hooks needles yarn and a project to work on. If you need a project we can provide you with ideas and patterns to make newborn baby hats.
March 12, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
eReader Help @ Fair Oaks (Technology Instruction)
Assistance is available every Thursday evening between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to learn how to download eBooks to any eReader. No appointment is necessary.
March 12, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Book Club @ Fair Oaks (School Age (6-12))
Like to read? Are you about 9-12 years old? Join the Tween Book Club at . We meet every second Thursday* of the month and we talk about books eat snacks and have a trivia contest with prizes. *Please note that in October we will be meeting on Friday 10/10 since all branches are closed Thursday 10/9.
March 13, Friday, 6:00 p.m.
Open Art & Mic Night @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Do you have a song poem or artwork you want to share? We’ll provide the space microphone amplifier and refreshments and you provide the talent in a fun and encouraging environment. This event is open to all ages.
March 14, Saturday, 5:30 a.m.
Afterhours Concert with Pete Schroeder @ (Adult)
Join us for another fun afterhours concert at the !
March 14, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Fair Oaks Book Discussion Group @ Fair Oaks (Book Club)
Join us for a discussion of this month’s book “The Snow Child” by Eowyn Ivey. New members are always welcome!
March 14, Saturday, 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Job Coach @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Come and meet one-on-one with a volunteer job coach who will help you look for jobs create an effective resume and more! Each appointment lasts for approximately 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to make a reservation online.
March 18, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
LEGO Fun! @ Fair Oaks (School Age (6-12))
Kids come spend the afternoon playing with Legos! Plenty of Legos await you. We will display your creations in the library after the program! For ages 5 and up; no registration required.
March 18, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
What the Craft?! @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Feeling crafty and not sure what to do? Want to make something and don’t have supplies? Join us on the third Wednesday of each month as we raid our craft stash to get creative!
March 19, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
eReader Help @ Fair Oaks (Technology Instruction)
Assistance is available every Thursday evening between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to learn how to download eBooks to any eReader. No appointment is necessary.
March 19, Thursday, 4:30 p.m.
Teen Advisory Board @Fair Oaks (Teen)
Want to take over your library? Interested in community service leadership opportunities and fun? TAB is about teens creating their own library through service projects: organizing library programs for teens or others or serving other community organizations. Join us for an informal meeting (with food!)as we plan upcoming events. Participants get credit for two hours of volunteering. Bonus: TAB looks AMAZING on your college/scholarship applications.
March 20, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Sci-Fri for Kids @ Fair Oaks (School Age (6-12))
Are you a kid who loves science experiments? Come to for Sci-Fri with Mad Science! You’re sure to have a great time learn lots of new facts and have a chance to ask questions. Don’t miss it! <i>This is a program that is best suited for children in elementary school.</i>
March 21, Saturday, 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Job Coach @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Come and meet one-on-one with a volunteer job coach who will help you look for jobs create an effective resume and more! Each appointment lasts for approximately 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to make a reservation online.
March 25, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Knit and Crochet Circle @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Now twice a month! Enjoy a bit of conversation and companionship at the Crochet and Knitting Circle! All ages and skill levels are welcome; this is not an instructional class but some assistance will be available. Please bring your own hooks needles yarn and a project to work on. If you need a project we can provide you with ideas and patterns to make newborn baby hats.
March 26, Thursday, 2:00 p.m.
Teen Prom Dress Giveaway @ Fair Oaks (Teen)
Come get your dress! Community donations of dresses accessories and other formal wear will be given away FREE to youth ages 13-19 (please bring your school ID). How to participate: 1. Tell your friends and classmates to donate their lightly used formal wear and invite them to a giveaway event. 2. Do not wear makeup that may get on the dresses. 3. Wear under-clothing that makes it easy to change in and out of dresses (e.g. yoga shorts sports bras leotards) as there will be limited changing space/privacy. Must be 13-19 to participate.
March 26, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
eReader Help @ Fair Oaks (Technology Instruction)
Assistance is available every Thursday evening between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to learn how to download eBooks to any eReader. No appointment is necessary.
March 28, Saturday, 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Job Coach @ Fair Oaks (Adult)
Come and meet one-on-one with a volunteer job coach who will help you look for jobs create an effective resume and more! Each appointment lasts for approximately 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to make a reservation online.