June and July Events at the Franklin Library

The Franklin Library will be hosting the following events between mid-June and the end of July, 2013.

For more information, visit www.saclibrary.com or call the Sacramento Public Library at 916 264 2720.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME(RECURRING)
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Other dates: 6/25/2013
10:00 AM
Preschoolers, aged 3-5, are invited to join us for 30 minutes of interactive play with parent or caregiver followed by stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts at 10:30. In order to keep Preschool Story & Play safe and enjoyable for all, we limit participation to the first 40 children.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Other dates: 6/25/2013, 7/2/2013, 7/9/2013, 7/16/2013, 7/23/2013, 7/30/2013, 8/6/2013, 8/13/2013, 8/20/2013, 8/27/2013, 9/3/2013, 9/10/2013, 9/17/2013, 9/24/2013, 10/1/2013, 10/8/2013, 10/15/2013, 10/22/2013, 10/29/2013, 11/5/2013, 11/12/2013, 11/19/2013, 11/26/2013, 12/3/2013, 12/10/2013, 12/17/2013
10:00 AM
Preschoolers, aged 3-5, are invited to join us for 30 minutes of interactive play with parent or caregiver followed by stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts at 10:30. In order to keep Preschool Story & Play safe and enjoyable for all, we limit participation to the first 40 children.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
BASIC COMPUTER, INTERNET, E-MAIL AND TECHNOLOGY HELP- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Other dates: 6/25/2013, 7/2/2013, 7/9/2013, 7/16/2013, 7/23/2013, 7/30/2013, 8/6/2013, 8/13/2013, 8/20/2013, 8/27/2013, 9/3/2013, 9/10/2013, 9/17/2013, 9/24/2013, 10/1/2013, 10/8/2013, 10/15/2013, 10/22/2013, 10/29/2013, 11/5/2013, 11/12/2013, 11/19/2013, 11/26/2013, 12/3/2013, 12/10/2013, 12/17/2013
6:00 PM
If you have a basic computer/internet/e-mail question, or questions about your e-device (tablets, smartphones, e-Readers), feel free to drop-in for a one-on-one session. First come, first served. Bring your device, if possible, and your questions! Hope to see you there!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
TODDLER STORYTIME(RECURRING)
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Other dates: 6/26/2013
10:00 AM
Toddlers – ages 0-3, are invited to join us for 30 minutes of interactive play with parent or caregiver followed by stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts at 10:30. In order to keep Todder Story & Play safe and enjoyable for all, we limit participation to the first 30 children.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
BOARD GAMES- FRANKLIN
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
4:00 PM
Come over on a hot summer afternoon and play fun board games at the library. You can choose from Bingo, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and many more! This is a Summer Reading Program event.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
"THE LITTLE RED HEN (MAKES A PIZZA!)" WITH CALIFORNIA FOOD LITERACY- FRANKLIN
Thursday, June 20, 2013
4:00 PM
Kids love to make pizza! This fun-filled program is packed with activities. We make whole wheat pizza dough from scratch—watching the yeast foam, stirring and kneading the dough. For food safety reasons and time constraints, we won’t use the dough we make in class. Instead, we send kids home with the dough recipe and make a special pizza recipe piled high with veggies to eat in class. While we’re eating we read The Little Red Hen (Makes a Pizza).

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
LEGO BLOCK PARTY- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Other dates: 7/6/2013, 7/20/2013, 8/10/2013, 8/24/2013
10:00 AM
It’s a Lego Block Party! We supply lots and lots of Lego and Duplo blocks – you supply the imagination. Come build with us!

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
DESIGNING FLYERS WITH MICROSOFT WORD- FRANKLIN
Saturday, June 22, 2013
1:00 PM
Learn how to design quick, easy and simple flyers using tools available in Microsoft Word! Computers will be reserved for those who wish to follow along with the presentation. No registration necessary. Hope to see you there!

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
YOGA FOR KIDS- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Other dates: 7/27/2013, 8/24/2013
2:00 PM
Children between the ages 6-10 are invited to join in bringing books to life with yoga poses and sequences. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga or exercise mat if you have one. Please note that parents of all attendees must sign a release of liability prior to participation.

TEEN
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
BOTTLE CAP MAGNETS- FRANKLIN
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
4:00 PM
Make custom magnets using bottle caps and recycled materials. Materials and instructions are provided for you. This is a Summer Reading Program event.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
INTERESTING AND FUN APPS FOR YOUR SMARTPHONE- FRANKLIN
Saturday, June 29, 2013
1:00 PM
Have a smartphone, but aren’t sure what else you can do with it besides call, text and e-mail? Join us for an overview of some of the more popular, interesting and fun apps that you can add to your iPhone or Android. Bring your phone if you’d like to follow along with the presentation! No registration necessary. Hope to see you there!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
TODDLER STORYTIME- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Wednesday, July 03, 2013
Other dates: 7/10/2013, 7/17/2013, 7/24/2013, 7/31/2013, 8/7/2013, 8/14/2013, 8/21/2013, 8/28/2013, 9/4/2013, 9/11/2013, 9/18/2013, 9/25/2013, 10/2/2013, 10/9/2013, 10/16/2013, 10/23/2013, 10/30/2013, 11/6/2013, 11/13/2013, 11/20/2013, 11/27/2013, 12/4/2013, 12/11/2013, 12/18/2013
10:00 AM
Toddlers – ages 0-3, are invited to join us for 30 minutes of interactive play with parent or caregiver followed by stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts at 10:30. In order to keep Todder Story & Play safe and enjoyable for all, we limit participation to the first 30 children.

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
DEFENDING AMERICA FILM SERIES- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Thursday, July 04, 2013
Other dates: 8/1/2013
5:30 PM
Classic war drama films.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
INTRODUCTION TO CRAIGSLIST- FRANKLIN
Saturday, July 06, 2013
1:00 PM
If you’ve heard of Craigslist and are interested in learning how to use it, come join us at Franklin library! We will guide you through creating your own account, browsing the different Craigslist boards, and demonstrate how to create sales postings online. No pre- registration necessary. Hope to see you there!

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
MURDER MOST FOWL WITH ARTWORKS- FRANKLIN
Tuesday, July 09, 2013
6:00 PM
Everyone loves a good mystery story. Often the two are combined. The panel (which includes local mystery writers and good cooks) will discuss books in which food is integral to the story and some hints to writers who want to write their own food-related mystery. This is a Summer Reading Program event.

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
FRIENDS OF FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY(RECURRING)
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Other dates: 9/14/2013, 10/12/2013, 11/9/2013, 12/14/2013
9:30 AM
Franklin Friends of the Sacramento Public Library raise money for materials, programs, and furnishings for the Franklin Community Library. They also represent the branch at community events and advocate for the library. The Franklin Friends welcome members of the public to attend our meetings.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
SUMMER ART & SNACKS WITH ARTWORKS- FRANKLIN
Saturday, July 13, 2013
11:00 AM
This is a great time to learn a few things about how to make your own healthy lunch – from simply delicious sandwiches, to tasty fruit salads, and healthy drinks. We’ll also create illustrated lunch bags, boxes and food containers.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
E-BOOKS, E-READERS AND MORE!- FRANKLIN(RECURRING)
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Other dates: 8/17/2013, 9/28/2013
1:00 PM
If you own a compatible e-Reader, smartphone, tablet or would just like to try reading on your computer at home, come join us to learn about the library’s digital media collection! We will be going over how to navigate our electronic collection, add ebooks and audiobooks to your e-device and read magazines from the comfort of your own home. We hope to see you there!

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
KNITTING- FRANKLIN
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
6:30 PM
Bring your projects, needles, and supplies and join us for knitting and crocheting. Even if you are a beginner, you are welcome. This is not an instructional class, but some assistance will be available. This program is open to adults and teens.

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
SAFE AT HOME WITH REBUILDING TOGETHER SACRAMENTO- FRANKLIN
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
1:00 PM
Rebuilding Together Sacramento offers many programs such as Safe at Home at no cost to low-income homeowners who live in Sacramento or Yolo counties. Safe at Home provides minor repairs and modifications that improve accessibility and safety within the home. The work is performed year-round by trained volunteers. Primary recipients of Safe at Home are Senior citizens, people with disabilities, and families with children. We require an application and proof of income to receive our services. Services are available for a fee for those who do not meet our income guidelines. Find out if you qualify.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
KEEP YOURSELF ENTERTAINED: GUIDE TO ONLINE VIDEO, MUSIC AND MORE- FRANKLIN
Saturday, July 20, 2013
1:00 PM
This week, we will be going over some popular video , music and gaming services and hopefully introduce you to your next new favorite website! As always, computers will be reserved for those who wish to follow along. Hope to see you there!

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
"ANIMALS OF THE WORLD" WITH NATURE'S CRITTERS- FRANKLIN
Saturday, July 20, 2013
2:00 PM
Please join us for a fun program featuring live animals! Nature’s Critters brings animals from six of the seven continents and talks about each animal, describes their habitat and what makes them unique and special.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
"LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD" WITH PUPPET ART THEATER- FRANKLIN
Thursday, July 25, 2013
4:00 PM
Join us for a nutty version of the classic fairy tale done Puppet Art Theater style. Little Red Riding Hood and her dog FiFi are taking a pepperoni pizza to Grandma's when they run into the wolf. Wolf loves pizza and plots to get Red's. Join Little Red, Fifi and Grandma as they try to keep the wolf from eating them and their pepperoni pizza too!

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
"READING IS SO DELICIOUS" WITH THE POODLUMS- FRANKLIN
Saturday, July 27, 2013
10:00 AM
Because music is so delicious too! This musical duo will delight our youngest audience members with their original, fun and educational songs that encourage parent participation. Children of all abilities are highly encouraged to join us for this delightful event!

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
JOURNALING WITH EVERNOTE- FRANKLIN
Saturday, July 27, 2013
1:00 PM
Evernote is one of the most popular note-taking applications available right now. New users can get started for free. We will be discussing the basics of Evernote as well as introducing you to a new way to journal! Computers will be reserved for those who wish to follow along with the section. No registration necessary. Hope to see you there!

ADULT
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
MEDICARE AND THE HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING AND ADVOCACY(HICAP)PROGRAM-FRANKLIN
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
6:30 PM
Learn about the A, B, C, and D’s of Medicare from HICAP, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free and unbiased counseling services to help Medicare beneficiaries understand their health insurance options. HICAP neither sells nor recommends any specific insurance plan. HICAP is part of Medicare’s national State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP).