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 – December ’ s book will be “ Santa Cruise ” by Fern Michaels . There will be no book club meeting in January . February ’ s book will be “ The True Love Experiment ” by Christina Lauren . 1st Floor – Athena Sarris Programming Room . Second Wednesdays , 1:00 p . m .
Children ’ s Programming – Toddlers and Preschoolers
Note : Our children ’ s weekly programming schedule will temporarily stop on the week of December 25 for the winter holidays . They will resume the week of January 22 . For our full weekly children ’ s programming schedule for toddlers and preschoolers , please visit our event calendar at franksarrislibrary . org .
MONDAY
Cuddle Babies – This lapsit program teaches your infant body awareness through gentle tickles and bounces coupled with songs and stories . Ages 1-18 months . 10:15 – 10:45 a . m .
TUESDAY
Toddler Tales – Exploring diverse themes , toddlers will engage in songs , stories , and activities in a fun , educational environment . Ages 2-4 . 10:15 – 10:45 a . m .
WEDNESDAY
Wiggles & Giggles – This program focuses on movement while introducing new vocabulary . Children also develop their gross motor skills , listening skills and social skills during each session . Ages 2-5 . 10:15 – 10:45 a . m .
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 . 11:15 a . m .– 12:00 p . m .
THURSDAY
Jr . Engineers – At this storytime , children will explore STEAM ( science , technology , engineering , art , and math ) through stories and hands-on projects . Ages 3-5 . 10:15 – 10:45 a . m .
School Readiness StoryPlay – Your child will enjoy songs , stories and games while developing important skills such as listening during stories , early literacy skills and following directions . Ages 4-6 . 1:00 – 1:30 p . m .
Children ’ s Programming – School-Age Children
Lego Club – Are you a fan of Lego ? Do you want to show off your building skills ? Come to the library and join other builders ! Lego bricks will be provided to use during club time . Completed pieces may even be chosen to be displayed at the library ! No registration is necessary . Ages 6 +. Second & Fourth Tuesdays , 4:30 – 5:30 p . m .; Second & Fourth Saturdays , 12:00 – 1:00 p . m .
Read with a Therapy Dog – Have a reluctant reader ? A child with a penchant for puppies ? Come to the library for the opportunity to read to a therapy dog . This program is a great motivator for reluctant readers and a treat for those who love dogs . Ages 5 +. Second & Fourth Tuesdays , 5:00 – 6:00 p . m .; Starting in July : Second Saturday , 11:00 a . m .– 12:00 p . m .
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