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I can just tell that this Summer is going to be the best one ever! At least, I've decided it must be.  And, I want to do what I can to make it your best too! 
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Summer Playground Safety


Summer is nearly upon us and that means a lot more of the kids and a lot less for them to do! Playgrounds are a go-to place for moms and kids alike so it's important to remember "safety first" when it comes to playing at your local playground. Moms are safety experts when it comes to their kids yet it's easy to accidentally become complacent and overlook the little things when in familiar surroundings like a playground. Take this refresher course and be sure your kids are extra ...


Food Allergy


Awareness Week

Do you read every label, on every package of food, every week, at the grocery store? Have you ever feared for your child’s life as you took them to a friend’s birthday party or school celebration? Do you bake most things from scratch so you can control the ingredients? Chances are no, unless you have a child or family member with a life-threatening food allergy.

It is estimated that 15 million Americans have food allergies and there has been a dramatic increase in the last few years by ...

Floating Popcorn Craft


Demonstrate buoyancy and chemical reactions

By: Kim McNeill Southbury-Waterbury CT Macaroni Kid
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Show your kids some science with items you probably have right now.

What you need:

  • A clear, tall container
  • 3 cups of water--You can see in the video that I did not measure anything
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup of baking soda
  • 1/8 cup of unpopped popcorn kernels
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup of white vinegar

What you do:

  1. Mix baking soda and water in the clear container
  2. Add corn kernels
  3. Pour in vinegar--do this ...

This Week's Picks:


Saturday, May 19 - The Muppets Movie - SAN LORENZO

The Muppets! The 2011 movie.

Join your friends and neighbors at the San Lorenzo Library.

Contact: Anthony Dos Santos(510) 670-6283 adossantos@aclibrary.org

Location: SAN LORENZO BRANCH - Get Directions

 
Where: San Lorenzo Library 395 Paseo Grande San Lorenzo
(510) 670-6283
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Register
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Contact: Anthony Dos Santos(510) 670-6283 adossantos@aclibrary.org


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This Week's Calendar:


May 15th through May 19th

Tuesday, May 15 through Thursday, April 26 - Homework Central - SAN LORENZO

Monday - Thursday

Free homework assistance. High school age volunteers help youngers students complete their homework under the supervision of a SLUSD instructor. Students will have the opportunity to use School District laptops.
Where: San Lorenzo Library 395 Paseo Grande San Lorenzo
(510) 670-6283
When: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Elementary Age Students
How: JUST GO! Just drop by the Library after school.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Contact: Anthony Dos Santos(510) 670-6283 adossantos@aclibrary.org  
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Tuesday, May 15 - After Shool Homework Help - CASTRO VALLEY

Need help with math? Want to practice your spelling words? Review vocabulary for a quiz in Spanish class?   Homework help for students K-12 is available Monday-Thursday
Where: Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge AvenueCastro Valley, CA 94546    510-667-7900   Get Directions

In the Learning Center
When: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: K - 12
How: JUST GO!
Cost: FREE!
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Wednesday, May 16 - Babies N' Toddlers Storytime - SAN LEANDRO

Designed for babies and toddlers up to age 3, this storytime is for the child and caregiver to participate together.  Sing songs, do fingerplays and many movement activities, and hear lots of short picture books read by Miss Tina!  No registration required, but due to room capacity will stop seating when they reach seating capacity.  They offer duplicate sessions at 9:30am and 10:30am for your convenience, so please choose just one to attend.
Where: San Leandro Library - Main Branch 510-577-3960
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Babies & Toddlers w/Parents or Caregivers
How: JUST GO :-)
Cost: FREE
For more info: Recurring Event - Most Wednesdays
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Wednesday, May 16 - Get Your Game On - HAYWARD

Playstation 2, XBOX 360, & Wii games on the big screen!
Where: Hayward Library (Weekes branch) 27300 Patrick Avenue
Hayward, CA 94544-4408
(510) 782-2155  
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Teen
How: Just Go!
Cost: FREE!
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Wednesday, May 16 - After Shool Homework Help - CASTRO VALLEY

Need help with math? Want to practice your spelling words? Review vocabulary for a quiz in Spanish class?   Homework help for students K-12 is available Monday-Thursday
Where: Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge AvenueCastro Valley, CA 94546    510-667-7900   Get Directions

In the Learning Center
When: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: K - 12
How: JUST GO!
Cost: FREE!
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Thursday, May 17 - After Shool Homework Help - CASTRO VALLEY

Need help with math? Want to practice your spelling words? Review vocabulary for a quiz in Spanish class?   Homework help for students K-12 is available Monday-Thursday
Where: Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge AvenueCastro Valley, CA 94546    510-667-7900   Get Directions

In the Learning Center
When: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: K - 12
How: JUST GO!
Cost: FREE!
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Saturday, May 19 - Family Weekend Wii - HAYWARD

Wii games on the big screen!
Where: Hayward Library (Weekes branch) 27300 Patrick Avenue
Hayward, CA 94544-4408
(510) 782-2155  
When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Family
How: Just Go!
Cost: FREE!
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Teen Scene:


Wednesday, May 16 - Teen Activity Zone (Grades 7-12) - HAYWARD

Gaming, Crafts, & Snacks! Presented in partnership with the Hayward Are Recreation and Park
Where: Hayward Library - Main Branch
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Grades 7-12
How: Just Go
Cost: Free
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May 16th through May 23rd

Wednesday, May 16 - Babies N' Toddlers Storytime - SAN LEANDRO

Designed for babies and toddlers up to age 3, this storytime is for the child and caregiver to participate together.  Sing songs, do fingerplays and many movement activities, and hear lots of short picture books read by Miss Tina!  No registration required, but due to room capacity will stop seating when they reach seating capacity.  They offer duplicate sessions at 9:30am and 10:30am for your convenience, so please choose just one to attend.
Where: San Leandro Library - Main Branch 510-577-3960
When: 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Who: Babies & Toddlers w/Parents or Caregivers
How: JUST GO :-)
Cost: FREE
For more info: Recurring Event - Most Wednesdays
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Wednesday, May 23 - Babies N' Toddlers Storytime - SAN LEANDRO

Designed for babies and toddlers up to age 3, this storytime is for the child and caregiver to participate together.  Sing songs, do fingerplays and many movement activities, and hear lots of short picture books read by Miss Tina!  No registration required, but due to room capacity will stop seating when they reach seating capacity.  They offer duplicate sessions at 9:30am and 10:30am for your convenience, so please choose just one to attend.
Where: San Leandro Library - Main Branch 510-577-3960
When: 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Who: Babies & Toddlers w/Parents or Caregivers
How: JUST GO :-)
Cost: FREE
For more info: Recurring Event - Most Wednesdays
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Wednesday, May 23 - Babies N' Toddlers Storytime - SAN LEANDRO

Designed for babies and toddlers up to age 3, this storytime is for the child and caregiver to participate together.  Sing songs, do fingerplays and many movement activities, and hear lots of short picture books read by Miss Tina!  No registration required, but due to room capacity will stop seating when they reach seating capacity.  They offer duplicate sessions at 9:30am and 10:30am for your convenience, so please choose just one to attend.
Where: San Leandro Library - Main Branch 510-577-3960
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Babies & Toddlers w/Parents or Caregivers
How: JUST GO :-)
Cost: FREE
For more info: Recurring Event - Most Wednesdays
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Wednesday, May 23 - Teen Activity Zone (Grades 7-12) - HAYWARD

Gaming, Crafts, & Snacks! Presented in partnership with the Hayward Are Recreation and Park
Where: Hayward Library - Main Branch
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Grades 7-12
How: Just Go
Cost: Free
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