All SCCLD libraries will be closed and services unavailable on
Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday.
Summer Reading is Here! Sign Up Today.
 
June 1 is the beginning of Summer Reading, which lasts through the end of July. Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) libraries have hundreds of events and activities planned for all ages. All children who read and log at least five books and complete one activity will receive a prize (while supplies last). Prizes are also available for teens and adults.
 
This year’s theme is Plant a Seed, Read, featuring characters of illustrator Pete Oswald (The Bad Seed, The Good Egg). One of the primary goals of summer reading is to avoid the “summer slide”  among school age children, when they tend to lose skills and knowledge gained during the school year. Adults are invited and encouraged to join in the fun as well, with longer days and nice weather, perfect conditions to enjoy a book outdoors.
 
To get started, patrons can visit sccld.org/summer and sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge in Beanstack. There are events planned for kids, teens and adults. Our librarians have compiled suggested summer book lists for kids and teens. Adults can check out the latest recommendations in fiction and nonfiction. 
 
Remember, at the library all reading is good reading. Audiobooks, eBooks, comics, and picture books all count! 
 

KIDS AND FAMILIES

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Marks a Major Milestone

Santa Clara County recently reached a milestone, mailing 100,000 books to children living in the county ages 0-5 who are registered with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Each month, a high-quality, age appropriate book is sent to each child, with a choice of English or Spanish titles. This is a great way to inspire an early love of learning. 
 
Parents and caregivers, sign up today to begin receiving free books mailed to your little ones every month until they turn five years old. sccld.org/imaginationlibrary
June Summer Reading Events

Our libraries have dozens of special events and activities planned for the first half of June. These include bubble performances at the Morgan Hill and Los Altos libraries, a magic show at the Saratoga Library, animal shows at the Campbell Library and the Morgan Hill Library, music at the Cupertino Library and a puppet show at the Campbell Library. The Gilroy Library also has a foam party!
 
Mark your calendars and we'll see you at the library.

TEENS AND ADULTS

Fun Teen Events this Month

Teens have a number of activities to check out the first half of June as part of Summer Reading, including an evening Lock-in at the Los Altos Library, a paint party at the Gilroy and Saratoga libraries, a DJ Workshop at the Cupertino Library, a garden art event at the Morgan Hill Library and a flower craft at the Milpitas Library. Be sure to register in advance as space is limited at some of these events!
Events for Adults

Adults have some great programs as well to take part in, starting with several book clubs. Other events include  Campbell Library's basic Chinese language and culture classes, which will take place over several sessions.  Adults can also decorate your Summer Reading tote bag or make a seed mosaic at the Morgan Hill Library.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Celebrating Pride 
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, which honors the history of the Stonewall Inn Rebellion. Check out our blog which include recommended titles for readers of different ages. Our libraries will also have displays of great reads.
June Virtual Author Talks

Three notable authors will speak online during the first half of the month. June 3 Smithsonian curator Mary Savig shares about State Fairs: Growing American Craft. Please register.
 
June 11, NYT bestselling author Matt Dinniman talks about the latest installment in his Dungeon Crawler Carl series, A Parade of Horribles. Please register.
Become a Volunteer Adult Literacy Tutor or Learner
 
Do you have a few hours per week to share the gift of literacy with an adult English learner? The Reading Program is looking for volunteer tutors who are 18+ and can read and write in English. Training will be provided. No previous experience is needed.
 
One-hour informational sessions will be held at the Gilroy Library, on Wed., June 10 at 1PM and 6 PM. Please register.
 
If you are an adult wanting to improve your basic English reading and writing skills, two informational  sessions for new learners are scheduled for Wed., June 17 at 11 AM and 6 PM. Please register.
 
Learn more about our Reading Program at: https://sccld.org/reading-program
MORE FROM THE LIBRARY
 
Election Day is June 2!
 
The State Election is Tuesday, June 2. Our Cupertino, Gilroy, Milpitas, Morgan Hill and Saratoga Libraries, plus our Services & Support Center in Campbell, are hosting Voting Centers from 7 AM to 8 PM on election day. Ballots can also be dropped into a ballot box at all of our libraries. 
Training Available June 10
 
Interested in learning a new language? Get to know our Mango Languages resource. Reach fluency in one of 70 languages, including American Sign Language. Download lessons to the app and access them later from your device. Find out more about this powerful tool at a short online course on Wed., June 10. Please note, Rosetta Stone is leaving our Online Library at the end of June. 
Help Save a Life

Opioids like fentanyl are an epidemic harming friends, families and neighbors in Santa Clara County. The County Public Health Department is presenting a one-hour course on how to apply naloxone spray (better known as Narcan) in an emergency situation. The first two sessions will be on Wed., June 3 at the Morgan Hill Library and June 10 at the Gilroy Library. Those who attend will receive free doses of Narcan to take home.
New Storywalk® Title!
Mouse House Tales by Susan Pearson, illustrated by Amanda Shepherd, is a children's book about a mouse building a home and solving a mystery with her animal friends. Follow along as you read the book and enjoy STEAM related family activities on each page with one option for little ones and a second option for older children. Families can enjoy Storywalk in city parks including Campbell (Jack Fisher Park), Gilroy (Christmas Hill Park), Milpitas (Murphy Park), Morgan Hill (Community Park), & Saratoga (Kevin Moran Park).
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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). 
 
An eCard gives you full access to our Online Library
services, including eBooks, streaming movies, and more.
 
 
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.
 
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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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