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FRANK SARRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY EDUCATION FOR ALL A message from Peggy Tseng, Library Director At Frank Sarris Public Library, we’re putting a “spring” in our step as we prepare for our season of family-friendly programming. I’m excited to announce that our popular Trivia Night of the Round Tables event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25. Teams compete for a cash prize with gift cards raffled off throughout the evening. Each team can Peggy Tseng, be comprised of four to six players – a great opportunity to Library Director play with friends, family or neighbors. Registration forms are located at our main circulation desk, so pick one up today! Our children’s staff is also getting ready for our summer reading program. The theme of the 2020 summer reading program is “Imagine Your Story.” This year’s theme will place a particular focus on children’s literature within the genre of fantasy. As always, we hope that families will make Frank Sarris Public Library part of their summer plans. Summer reading allows children to maintain their reading skills during the season and helps them develop lifelong positive attitudes about reading, books, and the library. As a reminder, our library offers access to apps that can be downloaded onto a mobile device or tablet. On Flipster, you can read popular magazines including Time, Reader’s Digest, and People. Libby is an easy way to borrow eBooks, audio books or read-a-long books using Overdrive. Don’t forget about Kanopy, an on-demand film streaming service. For more information, check out the Resources page on our website at franksarrislibrary.org. I’ll see you around town. FRANK SARRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS APRIL - JUNE 2020 THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, APRIL 10, IN OBSERVANCE OF GOOD FRIDAY. Teen Writers’ Club – Are you a student in grades 7-12 who enjoys writing? Whether you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, short stories or more, stop by to meet like-minded teens. We will write, share and support each other through the creative process. Email questions to Beth Kairush at [email protected]. Monday, 4/20, 6-7 p.m. Open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free parking and entrance are located off of Murdock Street. Teen Advisory Board (grades 7-12) – Meet to plan, organize and lead activities that will engage and benefit members of the community. New members welcome. Monday, 4/6, 6-7 p.m. FSPL Book Club – We will be discussing The Nest by Cynthia Sweeney in the Genealogy Room on 1st floor of library. New members always welcome! Wednesday, 4/8, 1 p.m. Poetry Reading – Emotions Unleashed by Edward Bonner. Join a local area poet and author, Edward Bonner, as he shares his personal poetry. Wednesday, 4/8, 6:30 p.m. 40 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ Saturday STEM and Stories – Create a light-up bug! Join us for a story, followed by a self-guided exploration of a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) concept. Ages 5 and up. Register at Children’s Circulation Desk. Saturday, 4/25, 11 a.m. Trivia Night of the Round Tables – Grab some friends and pool your knowledge together at our after-hours trivia competition. Open to teens, adults, and families (with children ages 12+). Teams will compete for a cash first prize, answering questions from multiple categories. The fee is $5/person and teams can have 4-6 people/team. Space is limited; register by April icmags.com Building Strong and Vibrant Communities – Your Local Library Matters 22. Registration forms are available at the library or through our website. Saturday, 4/25, 6 p.m. Family Day -– Join us as we celebrate families of all shapes and sizes. We’ll share a story and do an activity centered on families. Saturday, 5/2, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Teen Advisory Board (grades 7-12) – Meet to plan, organize and lead activities that will engage and benefit members of the community. New members welcome. Monday, 5/4, 6-7 p.m. Saturday STEM and Stories – Code a necklace for Mom! Join us for a story, followed by a self- guided exploration of a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) concept. Ages 5 and up. Register at Children’s Circulation Desk. Saturday, 5/9, 11 a.m. FSPL Book Club – We will be discussing The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith in the Genealogy Room on 1st floor of library. New members always welcome! Wednesday, 5/13, 1 p.m. Teen Writers’ Club – Are you a student in grades 7-12 who enjoys writing? Whether you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, short stories or more, stop