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 – This book club reads fiction and nonfiction selections , including New York Times bestsellers . There will be no book club meeting in January . February ’ s nonfiction selection will be “ The Boys in the Boat : Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold ” by Daniel James Brown , related to the 1936 Berlin Olympics . In March , we will discuss the bestselling novel “ Demon Copperhead ” by Barbara Kingsolver . Except January , the book club is scheduled for the second Wednesday of each 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 : Our children ’ s programming will be on winter break starting the week of December 16 . It will return beginning the week of January 6 .
Monday
Jr . Engineers – At this storytime , children will explore STEAM ( science , technology , engineering , art , and math ) through stories and hands-on projects . Ages 3-6 . 10:15 a . m . – 10:45 a . m .
Tuesday
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 3-6 . 10:15 a . m . – 10:45 a . m .
Wednesday
Wiggles & Giggles – This program focuses on movement while introducing new vocabulary . During each session , children develop their gross motor , listening , and social skills . Ages 2-5 . 10:15 a . m . – 10:45 a . m .
Toddler Tales – Exploring diverse themes , toddlers will engage in songs , stories and activities in a fun , educational environment . Ages 2-4 . 11:15 a . m . – 11:45 a . m .
Thursday
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 . 1:00 p . m . – 1:30 p . m .
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