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STEAM Programs for Kids
Our libraries offer younger patrons playful opportunities to explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Music). Stop by the library and check out our free programs: - LEGO Club: March 13 at 3 p.m.
- Kids in STEM: March 21 at 2 p.m.
- LEGO Club for Grades K-8: March 9 at 3:30 p.m.
- Little Learners STEAM (ages 3-5): March 10 at 3:30 p.m.
- Family Fun Night: KEVA Bridge Building: March 10 at 6:30 p.m.
- Kids LEGO Club: March 11, 18, & 25 at 1 p.m.
- Kids’ Clover Spinner Craft: March 17 at 4 p.m.
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Virtual Author Visit for Kids We invite our younger patrons to a virtual author visit with bestselling author Kate Messner as we explore her Over and Under series, aimed at students in grades K-3. The beautifully illustrated Over and Under books explore precious ecosystems, landscapes, and the animals that call these places “home,” all over the world. From snowy terrains to the Everglades, to the rainforests and even the dirt beneath our feet, these books make an upbeat jumping-off point for discussions of the importance and wonder of our world’s natural habitats. |
Make Today Your Lucky Day St. Patrick’s Day (Tuesday, March 17) is associated with good luck. Make every day a Lucky Day with the Lucky Day collection, available on the Libby app. It’s a collection of in-demand eBooks and Audiobooks available with instant checkout. No holds. No delays. Just good timing to borrow a popular title for one week. Here’s what makes the Lucky Day Collection so special: - Borrow Instantly: Titles in this collection are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you check it out when you find it, it’s yours. No need to place a hold or wait your turn. Just look for the shamrock to identify a Lucky Day title!
- Always Changing: Since titles rotate regularly, each visit to the Lucky Day Collection feels like a fresh discovery. Check back often—you never know what you might find next.
So go ahead—open the Libby app and see if today is your lucky day. |
Stress Less, Move More, Sleep Soundly The days following Daylight Saving Time can be stressful and exhausting. We offer patrons free access to the mindfulness app, Headspace. There are more than 1,000 hours of themed meditation sessions on everything from stress and sleep to focus and anxiety. There is mindful movement and sleep guidance. Please note: There is a limited number of Headspace seats available; spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Your subscription will be active for a 3-month period. All subscriptions older than 3 months will be deactivated on the last Friday of each month (or prior weekday if library is closed). You may re-enroll at any time. All your personal progress and completed sessions within Headspace will be saved within your personal Headspace account. |
Reading Program Orientation Give back to your community by becoming an adult literacy tutor for the Reading Program and support an adult learner improve their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to achieve their lifelong goals. Participate in an upcoming orientation to learn how you can help. Register for the program that is best for you. Online Orientation: Tuesday, March 17 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Gilroy Library: Wednesday, April 1 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. |
Build Bridges to Belonging Join us and Silicon Valley Reads as we continue to build Bridges to Belonging. Take a look at some upcoming events: - Crafts with Gigi: Los Altos Library, March 11 at 6:30 p.m.
- Crafts with Leila: Los Altos Library, March 26 at 6:30 p.m.
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Contest Deadline This Week Bay Area students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to send in a narrative essay, narrative poem, or traditional/digital art that follows one of these prompts: - What does beauty mean to you? When do you feel most beautiful?
- How has embracing vulnerability redefined your personal definition of strength?
- How has experiencing grief or hardship changed the way you are?
Winners could win a $300 cash prize. Submissions close on Sunday, March 15. Learn more at edrcsv.org/contest/ |
Passport Services Available Five SCCLD libraries – Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Milpitas and Saratoga Libraries – offer U.S. passport services. We can help people with: - First-time passports for adults and children
- Replacement of lost, stolen, or damaged passports
- Renewal of passports issued before the applicant was 16 years of age
- Renewal of expired passports issued more than 15 years ago.
- Passport photo services
Visit sccld.org/passport to choose a time and location for your appointment, find out what documents you will need to prepare in advance and bring to your appointment, and applicable fees (checks or money orders only). Please watch this video tutorial to help guide you through the process. A SCCLD library card is not required for passport services, but it highly recommended for those who would like to access free travel-related materials at all of our libraries and the Online Library. This includes books, magazines and online resources about travel, culture, food, and languages. |
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Join the Library with an Instant free eCardIf 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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We're here for youStaff is available to answer your questions Monday - Sunday (excluding holidays). Or text us at (833) 209-6600.
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