Día De Los Niños /Día De Los Libros
Come celebrate niños (children) and libros (books)! Plenty of free activities for the Día De Los Niños /Día De Los Libros
celebration will be hosted throughout the day. Enjoy music, face painting, making a dream catcher, and much more.
All niños who attend will receive a free book!
Saturday, April 30 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library
Summer Reading Program
Starting in June!
Library staff are busy planning the
2016 Summer Reading Program
(SRP) and we are excited to
announce this year’s theme: “Read
For The Win.” This free program will
kick-off on Monday, June 13 and will
culminate on Saturday, July 30 with
a Field Day Finale from 9:00 amnoon at Newhall Park. All programs
and activities are free and this year
we have something for all ages-from
babies to adults! You can register
beginning June 13 at
SCVSummerReading.com.
Digital Happenings at Your Library
Although the Santa Clarita Public Library has physical branches in
Canyon Country, Newhall and Valencia, did you know a fourth
library exists completely online? It’s our eLibrary and it’s
accessible at SantaClaritaLibrary.com/eLibrary! All you need
to access the eLibrary is your library card and an internet
connection. Without stepping into a library building you can
“check-out” eBooks, download audiobooks and music, read digital
magazines, stream video and use electronic resources for research and
homework—all for free! The eLibrary allows you to access our resources from wherever you are,
whenever you like!
The digital experience doesn’t end here; get your digital learning on with our
Digital Literacy program! Our goal is to provide digital training in a variety of technology,
software and apps for everyone at all skill levels from beginner to advanced. To highlight one course,
the “Ayuda con Tareas Para Padres” is a Spanish version of Homework Help Parent Edition which
teaches parents English, basic computer skills and parenting skills. This service is offered as part of
the weekly “Digital Drop In” program at your local branch. Just bring in your hand held digital device
and learn something new! This April we will be offering classes on Excel, WordPress, Cloud
Computing and more! Visit SantaClaritaLibrary.com/Events for the latest offerings!
Have you visited the new MakerSpace on the second
floor of the Old Town Newhall Library? We’ve recently
partnered with a local Eagle Scout to set up one of the
first MakerSpace’s in Santa Clarita. From 3-D printers to
Raspberry Pi, Makey Makeys to Snap Circuits and
soldering kits, this library of technology is open to all
“makers” in the community to explore new technical
skills. Do you have a technical skill you want to share? Is
there something you would like to learn? Let us know at [email protected].
All Santa Clarita Clarita Public Libraries will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
Librarian’s Corner
By Chris Baker, Senior Children’s Librarian, Old Town Newhall Library
As Senior Children’s Librarian, I draw from my knowledge and experience as an educator and
early literacy advocate to guide a team at our Library’s Newhall branch that provides parents
with the tools necessary to ensure that children, birth - age 5, are well prepared to enter school
and succeed.
To this end, the children’s team engages families in a variety of Storytimes, each designed to
help children reach early literacy milestones through reading and play. It is my great joy, as a
Children’s Librarian, to encourage parents to bond with their little ones over a love of reading.
Our early childhood programming expands beyond Storytimes to include both Tinkerlab and
Dance Party. Programs such as these allow children to refine motor skills while exploring simple
science, engineering and music, all of which better prepares them for successful school entry.
Each fall, our Annual Family Literacy Festival further engages families to investigate books and
learning in unique and exciting ways. Through STEAM-based play children and parents discover
the fun in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.
As we swing into spring we look forward to Summer Reading. Our wide variety of summer reading activities offers something for children and
adults of all ages. Help us prevent summer learning loss by completing the 5 Book Summer Challenge. Every child, from birth through
elementary school, every teenager and every adult in the Santa Clarita community is invited to participate.
Join us this summer for over a hundred different activities. From Storytimes to Family Bingo, Sports Trivia to Operation Art, from Summer Study
Hall to entertaining performers, Marble Runs to Block Parties, from Pixel Pals to Scavenger Hunts, Life-Size Games to Tournament Day, and
books, books, books we’ll help you find the right fit for you and your family this summer. Don’t miss out on all the fun happening at your
Santa Clarita Public Library!
Springtime Stories & Songs
For children of all ages: Come sing and be swept away by professional storytelling
this spring. All programs are free and funding was provided by the
City of Santa Clarita Cultural Landscape funds.
“Firecracker Dragon” with expert storyteller Barbara Wong
Wednesday, May 4 at 10 am | Valencia Library
Bilingual Children’s Concert with Nathalia
Monday, May 9 at 10 am | Old Town Newhall Library
Princesses, Dragons and Dreams Come True with Rebecca Martin
Tuesday, May 17 at 10 am | Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library
Santa Clarita Public Library
Treasures Our Volunteers!
We have lots of programming
“springing” up at the Library!
Families:
Junk Rethunk
We’ll supply the recyclable materials, you supply the imagination needed to
create gold from trash!
Wednesday, April 20 from 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm at the Valencia Library
Nearly 300 volunteers contribute their time
and talent each month at the Santa
Clarita Public Library. Some of the
ways volunteers contribute
include: shelving our great
collection of DVDs,
cleaning and sanitizing
our well-used public
spaces and furniture, reading
to children, processing used
book donations for the Friends of the Library bookstores, and
assisting at the many exciting programs our libraries offer
weekly. Our library staff is very grateful for each and every
one of them.
May the 4th Be with You
Come celebrate all that is Star Wars with themed crafts and activities! All
ages welcome!
Wednesday, May 4th from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Valencia Library
Teens:
Fandom Friday at Barnes & Noble (Gr. 7-12)
Wish you could travel through time in a Tardis? Geek out with fellow fans at
this librarian-led program.
Friday, April 15 (Dr. Who theme) from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at
Valencia Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd.
The Santa Clarita Library works hard to show our volunteers we
appreciate them. Our volunteer coordinators and staff members
do this daily with a smile, a thank you and even occasionally
with some sweet treats! In addition to this daily appreciation, the
library hosts an annual event to recognize and honor them.
Volunteers will soon be invited to attend a volunteer
appreciation event, “We Treasure Our Volunteers!” complete with
a fun pirate theme. Valencia volunteers will be honored on
Monday, April 18, 2016 at 4:30 pm at the Valencia Library, the
Old Town Newhall Library volunteer event will be held on
Monday, April 25, 2016 at 4:00 pm at the Old Town Newhall
Library, and the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy event will be on
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 4:00 pm.
Start Smart Driver’s Education with the CHP
(Teens and Parents/Guardians)
An informative program for newly licensed and soon-to-be-licensed drivers.
Note: Discount may be offered through insurance company. Certificate given
out at program. Register online through our event calendar.
Saturday, April 9 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at the Old Town Newhall Library
Adults:
Greeting Cards Workshop
Join us for a one-of-a-kind free Greeting Cards Workshop for adults at the
library! Learn how to make uniquely designed cards! Supplies will be
provided, but please bring your own crafting scissors. Register online
through our event calendar.
Tuesday, April 12th from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Old Town Newhall Library
Library volunteers give so much and make such a difference at
the Santa Clarita Public Library. We look forward to celebrating
them! Information about becoming a library volunteer can be
found on the library’s website at SantaClaritaLibrary.com or
by calling Stacy Schlesinger, Volunteer Services Coordinator at
(661) 799-6136.
Free Drought Tolerant Landscaping
Free discussion and talk presented by the Community Gardens of Santa
Clarita. Learn how to make your yard more water wise while retaining its
curbside appeal!
Saturday, May 7, 2016 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am at
the Old Town Newhall Library
Dining for Dollars!
Dine out on Tuesday, April 12 at any of the following Santa Clarita restaurants and a portion of your bill
will go to support the Library! Show any type of “Dining for Dollars” PR or your library card when you
order. The Friends of the Library wishes to thank the following participating restaurants for their support!
El Trocadero Mesquite Grill & Cantina
24274 Main St., Newhall
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Cathy’s Deli
23120 Lyons Ave, Ste. 24, Newhall
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Piccola Trattoria
18302 Sierra Hwy., #107, Canyon Country
5:00 - 9:00 pm
The Bag Sale Returns!
The popular Friends of the Library bag sale returns Friday, May 6 through Wednesday,
May 11. You can fill our book bag with books for $7.00 and you get to keep the book
bag too! Friends of the Library member: You get to shop at the pre-sale on Thursday,
May 5 from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm for best selection. Not a Friend of the Library? You can
join at the pre-sale!
An Evening with Author Jacquelyn Mitchard
The Friends of the Library are excited to welcome
New York Times best-selling author Jacquelyn
Mitchard on Friday, May 13 at 7 pm at the Old Town
Newhall Library. Her book, “The Deep End of the
Ocean” was a mega-hit and went on to become
Oprah’s very first choice for her famous book club.
Mitchard’s newest book, “Two If By Sea” was
published in March. This free event is presented by the Friends of the Library and her
books will be available for purchase and signing.
Thanks for making our 2nd Annual
One Story, One City Program
a Huge Success!
Canyon Country
Jo Anne Darcy Library
18601 Soledad Canyon Rd.
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 8 pm
Friday, 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday, 1- 5 pm
Old Town Newhall Library
24500 Main St.
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 8 pm
Friday, 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday, 1- 5 pm
From the committee that picked the books and put together great themed programs for
“Mary Coin,”“Esperanza Rising” and “Our California,” to the public that attended and
enjoyed everything from our author event with Marisa Silver to our book discussions, to
the book clubs who embraced our
choice, and to the Friends of Santa
Clarita Library who provided funding,
we’d like to extend a big Thank You! You
all were terrific in helping make our
efforts a success!
Valencia Library
It’s very exciting to see the community
come together and read and discuss
meaningful books. This is the type of
engagement that makes us so very happy. What better initiative for a library! Happy
reading until next year. Look for our 3rd Annual One Story, One City pick in early 2017.
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