ONLINE RESOURCES
Hoopla
Hoopla is a one-stop shop for your streaming digital media needs . Collections included in this platform are Comics , Music , TV Series , Movies , Audiobooks , and eBooks in all genres and age groups . All checked items automatically return themselves , so there are never any late fees . Ask our circulation desk staff or locate Hoopla under Resources at franksarrislibrary . org .
Universal Class
Community courses taught by real teachers are available in subjects such as English , Cake Decorating , Meditation , Dog Training , Bullying , Homeschooling , Quickbooks , How to Use an iPad , Parenting , and many others ! More than 600 online courses are available 24 / 7 . You can access these free educational courses anywhere anytime through Wi- Fi connection . To get started , new users are asked to enter their library barcode number . When entering your Frank Sarris Public Library barcode number , please put “ FSPL ” in front of the barcode number ( ex . FSPL ##############).
Libby eBooks and Magazines !
Use your computer , iPad , Kindle , Nook , or tablet to borrow for free — anytime , anywhere — eBooks , audiobooks , magazines and more using Libby and your Frank Sarris Public Library card . The library is at your fingertips , available 24 / 7 !
Additional information on resources and services can be found at franksarrislibrary . org .
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Adult Programming
FSPL Book Club — Our book club reads fiction and nonfiction selections , including New York Times bestsellers . September ’ s book is “ The Lost Tomb and Other Real-Life Stories of Bones , Burials , and Murder ” by Douglas Preston . October ’ s book is “ West with Giraffes ” by Lynda Rutledge . The book club meets every second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p . m .
Let ’ s Draw – Have you ever wanted to practice drawing but had too many distractions ? Have you tried sketching but don ’ t know where to start ? Join us at the library for an evening of still-life drawing . The library will provide paper and drawing tools , but you can bring your own . This program is for ages 16 and up . All skill levels are welcome , but seats are limited . Register at the Circulation Desk . This program meets the last Wednesday of every month from 4:30-5:45 p . m .
Children ’ s Programming – Toddlers and Preschoolers
Note : Story times were tentatively scheduled to begin the first week of September . Please visit our event calendar at franksarrislibrary . org for our weekly children ’ s programming schedule for toddlers and preschoolers .
The list of available story times includes :
Toddler Tales – Exploring diverse themes , toddlers will engage in songs , stories and activities in a fun , educational environment . Ages 2-4 .
Wiggles & Giggles – This program focuses on movement while introducing new vocabulary . During each session ,
children develop their gross motor , listening , and social skills . It is for children ages 2 to 5 .
Little Picassos – Inspire your child ’ s imagination and selfexpression with hands-on art activities . Every week , there is a new make-and-take creation . Ages 2-5 .
Jr . Engineers – At this story time , children will explore STEAM ( science , technology , engineering , art , and math ) through stories and hands-on projects . Ages 3-5 .
School Story / Play – Your child will enjoy songs , stories , and games as they develop essential skills such as listening during stories , early literacy skills , and following directions . Ages 4-6 .
Children ’ s Programming – School-Age Children
Read to a Therapy Dog – Do you have a reluctant reader ? Do you have a child with a penchant for puppies ? Come to the library for the opportunity to read to a therapy dog . This program is an excellent motivator for reluctant readers and a treat for those who love dogs . Ages 5 +. Second and fourth Tuesdays , 4:30-5:30 p . m .; Second Saturday , 12-1 p . m .
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