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Presentations and ReportsLibrary Commission Meeting April 5, 2023 Presentations Item 1 Receive Email Phishing Campaign Presentation from the City’s Infrastructure Division Cybersecurity Commission Presentation Agenda •Cyber Threat Landscape •Ransomware •City’s Cybersecurity Defense •Questions Cyber Threat Landscape Cyber Threat Landscape MAN-IN-THE-MIDDLE DENIAL-OF-SERVICE SQL INJECTION ZERO-DAY EXPLOIT DNS TUNNELING MALWARE PHISHING RANSOMWARE –PHISHING + MALWARE Ransomware Ransomware Ransomware Successful Recent Attacks •Oakland, CA •Minneapolis, MN •SF 49ers •Glenn County Office of Education in CA •Cisco •LA USD in CA City’s Cybersecurity Defense City’s Cybersecurity Defense Training & Notification •Mandatory for all employees •Phishing Campaigns •Fail –Remedial Training •Caution Banner –Outside of Cupertino City’s Cybersecurity Defense Where we stand: City’s Cybersecurity Defense Your Mission: Questions? Library Commission Meeting April 5, 2023 Presentations Item 4 Monthly Update Reports Cupertino Library April 2023 Report Numbers January February March Check Outs 107,446 101,298 106,074 Check-Ins 102,564 96,461 105,929 Borrowers 15,346 14,382 15,393 Average Requests 13,820 12,527 12,986 Borrowers Online 17,863 17,576 18,271 Gate Count 48,157 49,381 53,752 Room bookings 489 507 663 Photos March Programs Create CU Painting Planters Painting Planters Storytime Saturday, April 22 Earth Day & Arbor Day Festival National Library Week Mon. 24 Apr. State of America's Libraries Report released, including Top Ten Frequently Challenged Books of 2022. Report will be released on Monday, April 24. Tue. 25 Apr. National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators, and Friends groups to recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers. Wed. 26 Apr. National Library Outreach Day (formerly National Bookmobile Day), a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are. Thu. 27 Apr. Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries. Fri. 28 Apr. Make sure that everyone in your family has an active library account. It’s free! Bookmobile Visit 4/27/23 Sunday, April 9, 2023 Library Closed Easter Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga April 2023 Library Stakeholder Report Jennifer Weeks, County Librarian Time for Rhyme: April is Poetry Month The Library District will help promote a love of poetry in all of its forms this month, with in-person and online events featuring our County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell. Teen Poetry Workshop with Kaecey McCormick 7-8:30 p.m., April 5. Cupertino Library. In-Person Poetry Workshop: Hosted by County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell 2-3 p.m., April 8. Gilroy Library. Open Poetry Readings with the Garlicky Group of Poets 3:30-5 p.m., April 8. Gilroy Library. Virtual Open Mic Night: Hosted by County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell 6:30-7:30 p.m., April 12. Online. Poets 13+ are invited to read/perform for up to 4 minutes. SED Talks for Teens - Words for Impact 3-4:30 p.m., April 22. Saratoga Library. Virtual Poetry Workshop: Hosted by County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell 6:30-7:30 p.m., April 26. Online. The Peaceful Poets 5:30-8 p.m., April 27. Milpitas Library. Look for our Teen Poetry Contest during April. Winners in Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12 groups will receive $50 and be invited to attend to a private workshop with the County Poet Laureate in June. Find poetry-related content on our website, including an archive of past Teen Poetry Contest winners, blog posts, Granger’s World of Poetry, and other poetry-related resources in our Literature section. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Spring Concert Series Our Spring Family Concert series, kicks off on April 5 at Campbell Library and lasts throughout the month. Get ready to clap, tap and sing along to the great artists that we have lined up for you! Sing/canta in English and Spanish with Baila Baila (at Gilroy, Los Altos, and Morgan Hill libraries). Practice your rhythm and rhyme with Bingo Schmingo (Campbell, Cupertino, and Saratoga libraries), and move and shake with Golden Acorn (Milpitas Library). Build and improve pre-reading skills in your child ages 0 to 5: Talk Together; Sing Together; Read Together; Write Together; Play Together. The Library District has a 1000 Books Before 6 website with tips for teaching young children early literacy skills and families of young children can participate in SCCLD’s Kinder Readiness program. Celebrating Earth Day at the Library April 22 marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. Observed across the globe, Earth Day is a time to draw attention to issues that threaten the health of the environment, like climate change. Our libraries are holding a number of events throughout April that celebrate our natural world. Some of our planned events are listed below. Find details on our staff blog. You can also learn about small steps you can take like switching to green cleaning. Worm Composting Workshop: Saturday, April 1 at 10 a.m. at Milpitas Library Celebrate Arbor Day with Our City Forest: Friday, April 7 at 1:30 p.m. at Saratoga Library Our City Forest Presentation for Kids in Grades 3-5: Wednesday, April 12 at 11 a.m. at Milpitas Library Gearing up for Pet Chickens: Saturday, April 15 at 2 p.m. at Gilroy Library Gardening for Habitat: Tuesday, April 25 at 7 p.m. at Saratoga Library El Día de los Libros/Book Day April ends with El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día. This American Library Association event stresses the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. We have many titles available for every age group in multiple languages. Also, keep an eye out on our social media and website for blog posts. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga National Library Week “There’s More to the Story” this year during National Library Week, a multi-day event that draws public attention to libraries and the work we do. The Library District will be sharing information about its many services and workers all week on its social media channels. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. And keep an eye on our website for additional content. Thanks for your support. Celebrate National Library Week Monday, April 24: State of America's Libraries Report released, including Top Ten Frequently Challenged Books of 2022. Report will be released on Monday, April 24. Tuesday, April 25: National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators, and Friends groups to recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers. Wednesday, April 26: National Library Outreach Day (formerly National Bookmobile Day), a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are. Thursday, April 27: Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries. Friday, April 28: Make sure that everyone in your family has an active library account. It’s free! We are also celebrating National Library Week with our Bookmobile making special stops at all SCCLD libraries. Explore the Bookmobile, meet our staff, and do a fun craft or activity! •Saratoga Library: Saturday, April 8 at 11:30 a.m. •Milpitas Library: Monday, April 10 at 11 a.m. •Los Altos Library: Tuesday, April 11 at 11 a.m. •Campbell Express Library: Wednesday, April 12 at 11 a.m. •Cupertino Library: Thursday, April 27 at 11 a.m. •Morgan Hill Library: Saturday, April 29 at 11 a.m. •Gilroy Library: Saturday, April 29 at 1:30 p.m. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Financial Literacy, Protecting Yourself and Your Loved Ones from Scammers April, which includes Tax Day, is Financial Literacy Month. The Library District has many money-related events, including several around Money Smart Week, from April 17 to 21. Tuesdays, April 4, 11 and 18 at 4 p.m. (Online). Finance for Teens with KeyPoint Credit Union. Tuesday, April 8 at 9 a.m. (Online). Introduction to Morningstar Investment Research Center. Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 7 p.m. (Online). Social Security and Personal Finances. Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 3 p.m. (Online). Intergenerational Wealth Transfer. Find more information about finance-related topics such as basic banking, buying a car, or protecting against identity theft on our website’s Smart Investing Guide, developed for all ages and incomes. Beware of Scammers SCCLD is also hosting a pair of in-person events around the important topic of how to protect yourself and your loved ones from different kinds of scam artists. This includes phishing, a tactic used by criminals to trick individuals into revealing personal information such as passwords and credit card numbers, which they can then use to steal a person’s identity. Phishing maneuvers, which also now includes various cryptocurrency schemes, targets and has devastating effects on our senior population. Protect Yourself from Scammers Saratoga Library: Wednesday, April 19 at 11 a.m. Santa Clara County Assistant District Attorney Erin West shares her perspective as someone on the front lines against phishing and other scams, touching on what signs to look out for and which steps to take if you are targeted. West serves as prosecutor for REACT, the County’s elite high tech investigative force. She was recently featured in Forbes magazine for her work protecting local residents from fraud. This talk is followed by a Q&A session moderated by County Supervisor Joe Simitian. Cupertino Library: Saturday, April 29 at 3 p.m. Research Scholar Riana Pfefferkorn of the Stanford Internet Observatory is an expert on common cyber scams and how to avoid them. Her talk touches on phishing, business email compromise, fake computer support and romance scams, plus other confidence schemes. Learn computer security tips for keeping your information safe online. This talk is followed by a Q&A session moderated by County Supervisor Joe Simitian. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Say Goodbye to OverDrive, Hello to Libby As a reminder, the OverDrive app is being phased out on May 1. Going forward, patrons who wish to access the latest and classic titles from OverDrive in digital Audiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines and videos should utilize the Libby App. Happy Easter! As a reminder, all SCCLD locations will be closed and in-person services unavailable on Sunday, April 9 in recognition of Easter. Our online library is open and available 24/7. Joint Powers Authority Board Meeting The next Library JPA meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 27 at 12 p.m. This will be held in person at the Services & Support Center located at 1370 Dell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008. SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT APRIL 2023 EVENTS * All libraries will be closed and services unavailable on Sunday, April 9 for Easter * CAMPBELL EXPRESS LIBRARY – 1 West Campbell Avenue, Room 46 Poetry Writing Contest for Adults Through April 30 Submit two original poems to the Campbell Express Library. Top three finishers will win a gift card. All participants will receive a prize. ESL Conversation Club Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Room M-50 Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for adults who speak basic English. Please register online. Spring Literacy Concert Wednesday, April 5, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Bingo Schmingo. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. Natural Medicine Tuesday, April 11, 7 – 8 p.m., Orchard City Banquet Hall Dr. Julia Lee will lead a discussion on the foundations of natural healthy living. She will share strategies for improving self-care, self-healing, as well as tips for finding fulfillment in our daily lives. Register online. Indoor Storytime for Kids 0-5 Wednesdays, April 12, 19, & 26, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard City Banquet Hall (April 26th storytime will be held in Room Q84) Join us for stories, songs, and more! Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on. No registration required. CUPERTINO -- 10800 Torre Avenue Family Storytime Saturdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Room 101 Wednesdays, April 5, 12, 19, & 26, 7 – 7:30 p.m., Room 101 This storytime is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on. Author Talk with Sara Fashandi Sunday, April 2, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Room 201A, Second Floor Author Sara Fashandi will discuss her book, Message in a Matchbox. Storytime for Babies (ages 0-1) Mondays, April 3, 10, 17, & 24, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Room 101A This storytime features stories and songs that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Storytime is limited to the first 25 babies with a maximum of two adults per family. Homework Help for K-9th Grade Monday-Thursday through May 25, 3:30 – 5 p.m. Academic coaches from the Bay Area Tutoring Association can provide help in English, history, math and science. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Toddler Storytime at Cupertino Library Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Room 101 This storytime is suitable for kids ages 1-2 years old, and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Limited to the first 100 families. ESL Conversation Club Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Room 201A, Second Floor Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for adults who speak basic English. Please register online. Teen Poetry Workshop with Kaecey McCormick Wednesday, April 5, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Room 201A, Second Floor Former Cupertino Poet Laureate Kaecey McCormick will lead a workshop using song lyrics and other texts to create original poetry. Then, participants will learn how to write a cover letter and format poetry for submission to contests or literary journals. Register online. Preschool Storytime Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Room 101 This storytime is suitable for kids ages 3-5 years old, and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Limited to the first 100 families. Knit-Alongs at Cupertino Library Fridays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Room 201B, Second Floor All knitters and crocheters are welcome to drop in. Meet new friends, start new projects, or finish old ones. Participants need to bring their own needles and/or crochet hooks and yarn. No personal instruction will be provided. Magnetic Poetry Craft Thursday, April 13, 4 – 5 p.m. Celebrate National Poetry Month and make your own magnetic poetry! This program is intended for students in grades K-8. Sensory Friendly Family Film Friday, April 14, 6:30 – 8:15 p.m. We will be watching “Lyle, Lyle Crocodile.” Children with special needs accompanied by caregivers are welcome, as are children of all ages and abilities with a parent or caregiver. Create CU: Etagami Friday, April 14, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Room 201A Etagami is a Japanese form of mail art that combines simple hand-painted images with words. Online registration necessary. This program is for adults 18+. Adult Non-Fiction Book Discussion Sunday, April 16, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Room 201A, Second Floor We will be discussing The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson. The Dave Rocha Jazz Group Sunday, April 16, 2 – 3 p.m., Room 101 and Courtyard Stop by for an eclectic mix of jazz standards, pop tunes, and original compositions of jazz music. My Father, Artist Xu Beihong Sunday, April 16, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Room 201A, Second Floor Xu Beihong is known as the father of modern Chinese painting who is famous for his ink brush paintings of galloping horses. Hear from his daughter, Xu Fangfang, who will discuss her memoir, Galloping Horses: Artist Xu Beihong and His Family in Mao’s China. Crochet Club for Kids Tuesday-Thursday, April 18-20, 2 – 3 p.m. Kids in Grades 4-8 are invited to a three-day club to learn how to crochet. You will learn basic crochet stitches and have the option to start your own easy project. Yarn and hooks will be provided. Register at the Children’s Reference Desk. Spring Literacy Concert Wednesday, April 19, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Bingo Schmingo. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. LEGO Club Thursday, April 20, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Join us for on the third Thursday of the month for creative play. We have the bricks, you bring the imagination! This event is for Kindergarten-Grade 8 patrons. Please leave your LEGOs at home. Adult Book Discussion Thursday, April 20, 7 – 8:15 p.m., Room 201A, Second Floor We will be discussing Miracle Creek by Angie Kim. Children’s Film Screening Friday, April 21, 2 – 3:45 p.m. Join us for a showing of the film, “Soul.” Children only, please. Bookmobile Visit Thursday, April 27, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Parking Lot Celebrate National Library Outreach Day with the Bookmobile Staff. Stop by and get your picture taken, make a Bookmobile, and participate in a scavenger hunt. Multilingual Poetry & Prose Reading Sunday, April 30, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Room 201 Enjoy featured readers presenting in Hindi, Spanish, Hebrew and more. This will be hosted by Cupertino Poet Laureate Keiko O’Leary. GILROY -- 350 W. Sixth Street Family Film Screening Saturday, April 1, 2 – 3:45 p.m., Community Room Join us for a screening of “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.” Storytime at Gilroy Library Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Ground Floor Children’s Activity Room Join us for stories, songs and more. Space is limited. Knitting and Crochet Weekly Meetup Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 1 – 4 p.m., Upstairs Quiet Study B Join us for an informal weekly drop-in knitting and crochet circle. Bring your projects, ask questions, get help, share ideas and meet new people! Book Discussion Friday, April 7, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Upstairs Quiet Study B We will discuss Dreamland by Nancy Bilyeau. Please register. Baby Storytime Friday, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Nest Room Adults and babies (ages 0-12 months) will laugh and learn together in this program designed to encourage the development of early literacy skills. Safe Space Meeting for LGBTQ+ Youth Fridays, April 7 & 21, 4 – 6 p.m., First Floor Meeting Room This in-person support group is for youth and young adults (ages 13-25). Play games, participate in group activities and discussions and build community. No registration necessary. Get Ready for Kindergarten Workshop Saturdays, April 8, 15 & 22, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Dr. Gerardo Lopez will lead three workshops that focus on certain skillsets that children need to develop before they start kindergarten. Register online. In-Person Poetry Workshop Saturday, April 8, 2 – 3 p.m., Community Room Santa Clara County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell will lead an in-person poetry workshop. Please register. Open Poetry Readings with Garlicky Group of Poets Saturday, April 8, 3:30 – 5 p.m., Downstairs Meeting Room Read whatever poetry you want to read and join in related discussions. No registration necessary. Snack Break for Kids Mondays-Fridays through May, 3 – 4 p.m., Pick up near Accounts Desk Kids ages 18 and under are welcomed to pick up an afterschool snack, while supplies last. No registration necessary. Snacks not offered on holidays or during school breaks. The Neutral Zone Tuesdays, April 11, 18, & 25, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Upstairs Quiet Study Room B The Neutral Zone is a space for children ages 8-12 who have been impacted by divorce or separation. Join us to participate in games, activities and discussions. There are eight meetings. We encourage participants to attend all of them. Register online. The MEHKO Ordinance Wednesday, April 12, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Community Room Learn about the Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations program that authorizes residents to prepare, cook, and sell food from their private home kitchen. Register online. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Gearing Up for Pet Chickens Saturday, April 15, 2 – 4 p.m., Community Room Learn what is involved in keeping chickens in your backyard. This includes basic requirements such as housing, food, and maintenance. Please register. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Introduction to Pickleball Saturday, April 22, 12 – 1 p.m., Upstairs Quiet Study B This workshop will cover the fundamentals of the game, including the court, equipment, rules, and terms. Find out about pickleball locations, etiquette, and its benefits. The Dave Rocha Jazz Group Saturday, April 22, 3 – 4 p.m., Community Room or Courtyard (weather dependent) Stop by for an eclectic mix of jazz standards, pop tunes, and original compositions of jazz music. Family Loteria Night Monday, April 24, 6 – 7 p.m. Join us for a family-friendly game of Loteria in celebration of Children’s Day/Book Day. Play to win books or small incentives. Acompáñenos para jugar Lotería con familias en celebración del Día de los niños/El día de los libros. Juega y gana libros o pequeños premios. Preparing for Wildfire Saturday, April 29, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Room Learn about defensible space and what you can do at your home or business to improve your resilience to wildfire. Register online. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Spring Literacy Concert Saturday, April 29, 1 – 2 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Baila Baila. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. LOS ALTOS -- 13 S. San Antonio Road Baby Sign Time Saturday, April 1, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard Room Babies under a year old and their grownups are welcome to sing songs and learn signs to share with your baby. Please bring a blanket for your baby. Stay and Play Saturday, April 1, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Orchard Room Non-walking babies and their grownups are invited to play with age-appropriate toys. Bring a blanket and come enjoy this socialization for babies. Homework Help for K-9th Grade Monday-Thursday through May 25, 3:30 – 5 p.m. Academic coaches from the Bay Area Tutoring Association can provide help in English, history, math and science. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome, as space allows. Bobbin Wranglers Sewing Club Monday, April 3, 7 – 9 p.m. Every month we will learn new skills and create a simple project from start to finish. Please bring your own supplies. Each month we will discuss what will be needed for the next project. Family Storytime Tuesdays, April 4, 11, & 18, 10:30 – 11 a.m. and 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room This interactive 20-minute storytime features songs, stories, fingerplays and more. Due to limited seating, we will begin handing out free tickets starting at 10 a.m. If you can’t make the 10:30 storytime, we will have a second at 11 a.m. The Whodunit? Mystery Book Club Wednesday, April 5, 10:15 – 11:30 a.m., Teen Room We will be discussing The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware. World Affairs: The Origin of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Why it Matters Wednesday, April 5, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Teen Room Dr. David Relman will discuss the possible origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, why the question is important, and how we can be better positioned to address this issue for the next pandemic. ESL Conversation Club Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27, 1:30 – 3 p.m., Orchard Room Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for adults who speak basic English. Teen Dungeons and Dragons Social Club Thursday, April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 4 – 6 p.m. Teens are invited to drop in and watch the game. Occasional openings for new players. Holistic Yoga Class Thursday, April 6, 7 – 8 p.m., Orchard Room Practicing yoga promotes health, develops immunity and improves circulation and digestion. Check in with the instructor if you have any health issues or conditions. Bilingual Spanish Storytime Fridays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard Room Join us for stories, songs, and movement in Spanish and English. ¡Únase a nosotros para escuchar cuentos, canciones y movimiento en español e inglés! Get Ready for Kindergarten: Laugh and Learn Series Saturday, April 8, 11 – 11:45 a.m. Sunday, April 23, 1 – 1:45 p.m. Through stories, movement and joyful play, children will develop valuable school readiness skills. Bookmobile Visit Tuesday, April 11, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Parking Lot Celebrate National Library Outreach Day with the Bookmobile Staff. Stop by and explore the Bookmobile, meet the staff, and do a fun activity. Bay Area Games Day Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Orchard Room Stop by and learn how to play a new board game or bring an old favorite. Sunday Crafternoon Sunday, April 16, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Orchard Room This is an all-age craft that lets your creativity shine. Book Bugs Club for 2nd and 3rd Graders Tuesday, April 18, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room We will discuss Say What, by Margaret Peterson Haddix, and then make a fun craft. Register in person. Family Storytime with Mayor Sally Meadows Wednesday, April 19, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard Room This interactive 20-minute storytime features songs, stories, fingerplays and more. Due to limited seating, we will begin handing out free tickets starting at 10 a.m. Page Turners Book Club for Grades 4-6 Thursday, April 20, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room We are discussing When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead. After we will play a modified version of the game show $20,000 Pyramid. Please register, then stop by the Children’s Reference Desk to check out a copy of the book. Furry Friends Reading Buddies Saturday, April 22, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Orchard Room Come practice reading skills and read aloud to a friendly dog or cat. Please register. Spring Early Literacy Series Musical Performance Tuesday, April 25, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Orchard Room Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Andy Z. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. Book Talk for Kids Wednesday, April 26, 4 – 5 p.m. Kids in grades 4-8 are invited to bring a favorite book and share the title with others. Get recommendations about some new reads also. Please register online. Wednesday Travel Nights: Hunters of the Savanna Wednesday, April 26, 7 – 8 p.m., Orchard Room Wildlife photographer Joan Sparks will share images of several species of wildlife that call the African Savanna home. Library Bingo/Library Lotería Thursday, April 27, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room Join us for a family friendly game of Loteria in celebration of Children's Day/Book Day. Play to win books or small incentives. Acompáñenos para jugar Lotería con familias en celebración del Día de los niños/El día de los libros. Juega y gana libros o pequeños premios. Spring Early Literacy Series Musical Performance Sunday, April 30, 2 – 3 p.m., Orchard Room Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Baila Baila. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. MILPITAS -- 160 N. Main Street Worm Composting Workshop Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Auditorium Learn how to build compost, how to apply the results in their landscapes and gardens, and take home your own mini-composting kit to get started. Register online. Family Storytime Saturdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Activity Room Early literacy focus is on picture books, flannel board stories, fingerplays and an early introduction to group dynamics and socialization. STEM Building with LEGO Mondays, April 3, 10, 17, & 24, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Activity Room Kids in grades K-8 are invited to drop by and have fun building with LEGOs. No registration needed. Homework Help for K-9th Grade Monday-Thursday through May 25, 3:45 – 5 p.m. Academic coaches from the Bay Area Tutoring Association can provide help in English, history, math, and science. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Baby Bouncers Lapsit Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 11:30 – 11:45 a.m., Activity Room This program has an early literacy focus on traditional nursery rhymes, lap bounces, body rhymes, songs, very short and simple picture books. Fun with Art Presented by First5 Santa Clara County Wednesday, April 5, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Activity Room This program is geared toward children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Come make some art with us and learn about available resources at the resource center. Qi Gong Meditation & Exercise Classes Wednesdays, April 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2 – 4 p.m., Auditorium Relieve stress and anxiety, increase energy and vitality and improve physical health during these exercise sessions. ESL Conversation Club Wednesdays, April 5, 12, 19, & 26, 3 – 4 p.m., Group Study Room A Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for adults who speak basic English. Toddler Storytime Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Activity Room This storytime is geared to 1-2 year olds, and features lots of movement, singing and action. Library Bingo/Library Lotería Thursday, April 6, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Activity Room Join us for an early celebration of Day of the Child/Day of the Book (El día de los niños/El día de los libros). Families are invited to play some Bingo, learn some Spanish, and win a prize. Knit & Crochet Circle Fridays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2 – 4 p.m., Conference Room Meet other yarn lovers while working on your latest project. Get help when you’re stuck and share ideas. Instruction available in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Gujarati. No registration required. Materials not provided. Bookmobile Visit Tuesday, April 11, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Parking Lot Celebrate National Library Outreach Day with the Bookmobile Staff. Stop by and explore the Bookmobile, meet the staff and do a fun activity. Our City Forest Wednesday, April 12, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Activity Room Kids in Grades 3-5 will learn the importance of urban forestry and how to become an environmental steward during a special presentation by Our City Forest. Spring Early Literacy Series Musical Performance Saturday, April 22, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Golden Acorn. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. Reading Buddies for Grades K-5 Saturday, April 22, 2 –3 p.m., Activity Room Children can buddy up with a furry friend and read one-on-one from a favorite book. Milpitas Library Book Discussion Group Wednesday, April 26, 7:30 –8:30 p.m., Auditorium We will be discussing The Memory Police by Yoko Ogawa. The Peaceful Poets Thursday, April 27, 5:30 –8 p.m., Conference Room Join this group of writers and appreciators of poetry. Zentangle Workshop Saturday, April 29, 2 –3:30 p.m., Auditorium Zentangle is a meditative form of art. Understand and learn the art form, and take home samples prepared. Register online. MORGAN HILL -- 660 W. Main Avenue Bilingual Storytime Saturdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m., Children’s Activity Room Join us for stories, music, movement and more in English and Spanish! Snack Break Mondays-Thursdays, 3 – 4 p.m. Free afterschool snacks available for kids ages 0-18, while supplies last. No registration necessary. Snacks not available during school breaks and holidays. Homework Help for K-9 Grade Mondays and Wednesdays, through May 24, 3:30 – 5 p.m. Get help in English, history, math and science. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. UC Master Gardeners: Attracting Pollinators Monday, April 3, 7 – 8 p.m., Program Room We will discuss many of the best pollinator plants while offering advice for growing them. LEGO Club Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 3 – 4 p.m. Use LEGOs to build whatever you want, or based on our weekly theme. Creations will be displayed until our next meeting. LEGOs available for ages 2+. No registration required. First Tuesday Knit-In Tuesday, April 4, 6:45 – 8:45 p.m., Community Room New knitters can get advice and assistance, while advanced knitters can provide assistance and meet new friends in the community. Family Storytime Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m., Children’s Activity Room Join us for stories, music, movement and more! Tiny Tot Jamboree Fridays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 11 – 11:45 a.m. Toddlers (1-2 years old) and caregivers are invited to join us for short fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Itty Bitty Jamboree Fridays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Join us for stories, music, movement and more! Dungeons & Dragons 101 Saturday, April 8, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m., Program Room Teens ages 13-19 are invited to build characters and a world to complete a campaign. Register online. Teen Zine Party Wednesday, April 12, 3 – 5 p.m., Program Room Learn to make zines (mini magazines or comics) using a variety of art tools, styles, and techniques. All supplies provided and no registration necessary. For ages 12-18. Safe Space Meeting for LGBTQ+ Youth Fridays, April 14 & 28, 4 – 5:30 p.m. This in-person support group is for youth and young adults (ages 13-25). Play games, participate in group activities and discussions and build community. No registration necessary. Library Bingo/Library Lotería Saturday, April 15, 3 – 4 p.m. Join us for a family friendly game of Loteria in celebration of Children's Day/Book Day. Play to win books or small incentives. Acompáñenos para jugar Lotería con familias en celebración del Día de los niños/El día de los libros. Juega y gana libros o pequeños premios. Zumba Mondays, April 17 & 24, 6 – 7 p.m. Join us for a free dance and rhythm-based workout. This Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, fitness party exhilarates your senses and works all major muscle groups in a high-energy cardio blast. Library Ukulele Society Tuesday, April 18, 5 – 7 p.m. Bring your uke and music stand or come to listen and sing along! No registration required. Great Decisions Tuesday, April 18, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Program Room Join the Morgan Hill Library and the Great Decisions group to discuss, develop awareness, understanding and informed options of U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Growing Warm Season Vegetables in Your Garden Wednesday, April 19, 7 – 8 p.m., Program Room Plan your summer garden now! Learn the basic requirements of these crops including irrigation, nutrients, pest control, harvesting tips and space saving techniques. The Dave Rocha Jazz Group Saturday, April 22, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., Program Room Stop by for an eclectic mix of jazz standards, pop tunes, and original compositions of jazz music. The MEHKO Ordinance Wednesday, April 26, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Program Room Learn about the Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations program that authorizes residents to prepare, cook, and sell food from their private home kitchen. Register online. Walk-ins welcome, as space allows. Spring Early Literacy Series Musical Performance Saturday, April 29, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Baila Baila. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. Bookmobile Visit & Day of the Child/Day of the Book (El día de los niños/El día de los libros) Saturday, April 29, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Celebrate National Library Outreach Day and Day of the Book (El día de los niños/El día de los libros) with the Bookmobile Staff. Stop by and explore the Bookmobile, meet the staff and do a fun activity. SARATOGA -- 13650 Saratoga Avenue Free Bike Repair Day Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Get free tune-ups and repairs including adjust brakes and gears, replace worn out parts like chains, seats and tires. This is a first come, first served event. Family Storytime Saturday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Community Room Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room Join us for stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. The Dave Rocha Jazz Group Saturday, April 1, 12 – 1 p.m. Stop by for an eclectic mix of jazz standards, pop tunes, and original compositions of jazz music. My Father, Artist Xu Beihong Sunday, April 2, 2 – 3 p.m., Community Room Xu Beihong is known as the father of modern Chinese painting who is famous for his ink brush paintings of galloping horses. Hear from his daughter, Xu Fangfang, who will discuss her memoir, Galloping Horses: Artist Xu Beihong and His Family in Mao’s China. Homework Help for K-9th Grade Monday-Thursday through May 25, 3:30 – 5 p.m. Academic coaches from the Bay Area Tutoring Association can provide help in English, history, math and science. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome, as space allows. Family Bingo Tuesday, April 4, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Room Join us. There are fun prizes to be won and good times to be had! Knit & Crochet Circle Wednesday, April 5, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Room Join us for our first ever, monthly event. Bring your own projects, ask questions, receive or give help, share ideas, and meet new people. Mandarin/English Storytime Thursday, April 6, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room Introduce your child to Mandarin by joining us for fun Mandarin/English stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. No registration required. Baby Storytime (12 months or younger) Fridays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room Join us for stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Please get an entry ticket at the Children’s Reference Desk. Celebrate Arbor Day with Our City Forest Friday, April 7, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Community Room Stop by for a sprouted acorn, soil, and a container to grow a sapling in, and talk about how to care for an oak tree. Spring Early Literacy Series Musical Performance Saturday, April 8, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Community Room Join us for a fun-filled educational performance with Bingo Schmingo. This can help promote literacy skills in children 0-5. Bookmobile Visit Saturday, April 8, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Parking Lot Celebrate National Library Outreach Day with the Bookmobile Staff. Stop by and explore the Bookmobile, meet the staff and do a fun activity. Chinese Book Club/中文書友會 Wednesday, April 12, 10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. The meetings for 2023 are scheduled for April 12, June 14, August 9, October 11, and December 13. The discussion is primarily in Mandarin. You can pick up a copy of the featured book at the Saratoga Adult Reference Desk. 網上中文書友會每隔一個月開會一次：4月12日，6月14日，8月9 日, 10月11日 和 12月13日參與者可選讀中文或英文版，討論則將以中文為主. Wind Tunnel Challenge Tuesday, April 18, 4 – 5 p.m., Community Room Invent something that will levitate and fly within a wind tunnel. A secret prize will be awarded to the fastest levitating invention. LEGO Fun for Grades K-7 Wednesday, April 19, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room Apply your engineering skills and imagination to build with LEGOs. No registration required. First come, first served. Teatime Book Chatter Thursday, April 20, 1 – 2 p.m., Community Room We will be reading Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Please register and pick up a copy of the book at the Adult Reference Desk. SED Talks for Teens Saturday, April 22, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Community Room Our theme is “Words for Impact.” Whether it be writing a college essay or advocating for environmental bills, learning to harness writing as a tool to affect others is an invaluable skill. Please register for this event. Parenting Talks Monday, April 24, 7 – 8 p.m., Community Room Join this talk to gain life-changing tools to improve yourself and strengthen your family. Register online. Gardening for Habitat Tuesday, April 25, 7 – 8 p.m. Learn the basics of habitat gardening and which native plants in our area are particularly suited for attracting birds and butterflies. Register to attend. SERVICES AND SUPPORT CENTER – 1370 Dell Avenue, Campbell Become a Literacy Tutor for Adults Wednesday, April 19, 1 – 2 p.m. and 5 – 6 p.m. The Reading Program is looking for tutors to work one-on-one with adult learners who wish to improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills. Email the Reading Program to register. WOODLAND – 1975 Grant Road Family Storytime Sunday, April 16, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Backyard Join us in the backyard of the library or inside (depending on the weather) for stories, songs, and fingerplays about outer space. ONLINE EVENTS (Please register online) Beanstack Challenge: National Library Week 2023 Saturday, April 1 – Sunday, April 30 Participate in our online challenge celebrating libraries. Finance for Teens Tuesday, April 4, 4 – 5 p.m. KeyPoint Credit Union is hosting a three-part financial literacy workshop. This program will be about the Basics of Money Management. Online English Conversation Club Thursdays, April 6, 20, & 27, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Meet new friends and practice English together. Finance for Teens Tuesday, April 11, 4 – 5 p.m. KeyPoint Credit Union is hosting a three-part financial literacy workshop. This program will be about Understanding Credit. Bookshare: What Are YOU Reading? Tuesday, April 11, 7 – 8 p.m. Come and share what titles you have been enjoying. No limit on genre. Get Started with Libby Wednesday, April 12, 8 – 9 a.m. Join us for a one-hour presentation to help you get started with OverDrive’s app, Libby, and get access to eBooks and Audiobooks. Virtual Open Mic Night Wednesday, April 12, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Teens who sing, play an instrument, dance, tell jokes, act or write are invited to participate in our Open Mic Night. Introduction to Morning Investment Research Center Tuesday, April 18, 8 – 9 a.m. Morningstar provides analysis of stocks, mutual funds, and other financial investment products. You can build and analyze your investment portfolio. Join us for training session to learn more. Ancestry: Your Family History Search Simplified Tuesday, April 18, 12 – 1 p.m. Learn how to use AncestryLibrary to search genealogical records and discover more about your family history. Finance for Teens Tuesday, April 18, 4 – 5 p.m. KeyPoint Credit Union is hosting a three-part financial literacy workshop. This program will be about Making Good Money Decisions. Social Security and Personal Finances Tuesday, April 18, 7 – 8 p.m. Understand the nuances of Social Security benefits and how they might impact your personal finances. Intergenerational Wealth Transfer Saturday, April 22, 3 – 4 p.m. This program will help families plan a financial legacy unique to their personal circumstances. This requires an understanding of family dynamics and information about current estate and tax laws. Virtual Poetry Workshop Wednesday, April 26, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Santa Clara County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell will lead a virtual poetry workshop.