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Silicon Valley Reads: Month 2 We are nearing the halfway point of Silicon Valley Reads. In addition to this year’s selected titles, there are also recommended reads that supplement this year’s theme, Empowering Humanity: Technology for a Better World. Check out these additional titles at the library: |
Mindfulness in Minutes SCCLD patrons can use the mindfulness app, Headspace, for free. If you are not familiar with Headspace, it offers more than 1,000 hours of themed meditation sessions on a wide variety of topics. There is also mindful movement co-created with Nike and sleep guidance. Headspace can also be very helpful for children. There are short meditations that can help children with big emotions like frustration and disappointment, breathing exercises, and learning about generosity, appreciation, calm and balance. In addition, there’s a sleep toolkit which features stories with beloved Sesame Street characters and sleepcasts, which are ever-changing stories in a range of soothing voices. Sign up for Headspace and try these out today! |
Online Resource: National Geographic The universe is filled with amazing wonders! Find new and interesting facts about science, nature, archaeology, and space with National Geographic Kids. This is a great resource for both education and entertainment, and includes the National Geographic Kids magazine, books, images, and more. |
Navigating College Admissions As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize various industries, the college admissions process is no exception. We invite teens and their families to a special Silicon Valley Reads program: Navigating College Admissions in the AI Era. Gain insight into AI’s role in college admissions, the future of college admissions, ethical considerations in AI-driven admissions, preparing for the AI era, and the broader impact of AI on higher education. Saratoga Library: March 10 at 7 p.m. Campbell Express Library: March 11 at 7 p.m. Los Altos Library: March 13 at 7 p.m. We also offer free online resources to college-bound students. Brainfuse HelpNow provides free FAFSA Live Help, like helping students fill out the application form. LearningExpress offers resources to help students with college admissions tests and personal essays. Try them out today! |
Smart Investing Resources Managing your money is one of the most important tasks we all have to tackle in life. Our Online Library offers a Smart Investing Guide, developed for all ages and incomes, and for various financial goals. - Gain a deeper understanding of the AI-powered investment landscape
- Develop a framework for evaluating the best investment approach for your unique circumstances
- Learn how to leverage technology to enhance your investment strategy, regardless of your chosen approach.
- Analyzing historical data and current trends to understand which approach delivers superior returns
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Food as Medicine March is National Nutrition Month, highlighting the importance of making informed food choices and developing good eating habits. Several of our libraries are hosting a special program, Food as Medicine: Gut Health Basics with Elizabeth Greenfield. She will discuss how food can be used as medicine to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and improve vitality. She will also share healthy meal planning strategies to make gut-nourishing foods a regular part of your routine. Milpitas Library: March 1 at 3 p.m. Cupertino Library: March 10 at 7 p.m. Los Altos Library: March 11 at 7 p.m. Gilroy Library: March 22 at 11 a.m. If you can’t make it to any of these programs, you can always stop by the library to pick up cookbooks. From heart-healthy to plant-based and gut-health, you can find them here. |
Silicon Valley Reads: Learn About Vintage Technology Retro Roadshow is a pop-up museum that features vintage technology like historically-significant computers and video game consoles. Their mission is to preserve history by creating hands-on opportunities that explore the connections between the past and present, via STEAM-focused exhibitions and customized interactive presentations. Join us at one these presentations: “Tales from the Orchard” is an exploration of Apple’s history and its far-reaching influence. Embark on an interactive journey through the history of Apple and several notable spin-off companies. Following the presentation, enjoy a hands-on experience with a variety of functional vintage computers, including classic Apple II and Macintosh systems, and more. Cupertino Library: March 15 at 2 p.m. Milpitas Library: March 30 at 2 p.m. “Mario Through the Ages” is an exploration of video game art history. Explore a range of classic video game consoles featuring nearly five decades of Mario-centric games. Morgan Hill Library: March 22 at 2 p.m. |
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Virtual Author Talks in MarchJoin us for an exciting month of Virtual Author Talks: Dan Heath will talk with us about his book, Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working. In this book, Heath explores a framework for getting unstuck and making the changes that matter. This virtual program is on Wednesday, March 12 at 11 a.m. Please register. New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner is joining us on Wednesday, March 26 at 4 p.m. to discuss her latest novel, The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits. If you’ve read Weiner’s works before, you know her insightful and entertaining stories are often about women navigating life’s challenges. Please register for this program.
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If you live in Santa Clara County and do not have a library card with the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD), or would like additional household members to have their own library accounts, the instant free eCard is for you. eCards are available to all residents who live within Santa Clara County Library District with a valid residential mailing address (P.O. Box not accepted). You can also visit any of our libraries during open hours to convert your eCard, or apply for a full use card to check out any of our physical and digital materials and resources.
Renew your library card online! If you have a library card and would like to keep it current, now you can renew your library card online! SCCLD makes it easy to keep your account current and active. No visit to the library needed if your account is in good standing and you live within the Greater Bay Area. For more information or to renew online, visit sccld.org/cardrenewal. |
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