November 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.

November 3, 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.

November 4, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.
Intro to PowerPoint- 5 2-hour sessions, Oasis Connections Class
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Microsoft PowerPoint is the most widely used presentation format in the world. This course is a comprehensive overview that will teach you how to create presentations that include video, charts, animations and more. You’ll learn to save your documents and collaborate in the cloud via OneDrive. Students should already have a working knowledge of Windows 7 or 8 and basic computer operations. You must be willing to commit to ALL five sessions! Classes will start on Wednesday November 4 @ 9 a.m. Following classes are Friday Nov 6 @ 9 a.m., Friday Nov 13 @ 9 a.m., Wednesday Nov 18 @ 9 a.m. and Friday Nov 20@ 9 a.m. Limited class size. Registration is required. This is an OASIS Connections class.

November 4, 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 Cleopatra and Antony: Power, Love, and Politics in the Ancient World by Diana Preston.

November 5, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
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.

November 6, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits (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!

November 7, Saturday, 12:00 p.m.
Redesigned Mock SAT Test (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Taking the redesigned SAT test in March 2016 or later? Practice with Kaplan’s free redesigned Mock SAT test. Space is limited. Enroll Today. Be sure to attend the follow-up session on Tuesday evening, 11/17/15 at 6:00 pm for test results and valuable test-taking tips. Registration is required.

November 10, 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.

November 12, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
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.

November 13, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits (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!

November 13, 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!

November 14, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Crafts (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Celebrate Thanksgiving by making some fun holiday crafts!

November 17, 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.

November 17, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Follow-up Session Redesigned Mock SAT Test (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Follow-up session with test results and valuable test-taking tips for students who have taken the Mock SAT Test given on Saturday 11/07/2015. Parents are encouraged to attend.

November 19, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
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.

November 20, Friday, 11:00 a.m.
Knitwits (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!

November 20, 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!

November 21, 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 The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters.

November 24, 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 Starfarers by Poul Anderson.

November 28, 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 title is Whose Body? by Dorothy Sayers.