Events and Programs at Edenvale Branch Library - Sat, Nov 07 2009 1:50:00 AM PST http://sjlibrary.org/rss/ SJLibrary.org webmaster.sjpl@sjlibrary.org http://sjlibrary.org/rss/ http://www.sjlibrary.org/images/mlk_logo2.gif 50 50 Events and Programs at Edenvale Branch Library - Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Nov 9 All Library Open Hours <br /><br />The Friends of Edenvale Library are hosting an essay contest in honor of Edenvale's second birthday. $1,000 in cash prizes are available to participants. The topic is "What I Can Do for My Community" and the essay should be between 400 - 1,000 words. Please double space your essay and email it to FriendsOfTheEdenvaleLibrary@yahoo.com by <strong>Saturday, November 7th, 2009</strong>. Include your grade, school, parent's name, a phone number and an email address with your entry. To win, students must come and read their essays at the Edenvale Branch Library on Saturday, November 14, 2009. A panel of distinguished judges will choose winning speeches based on originality, thoughtfulness and effective speaking.<br /><br /> High School prizes are $400 for 1st prize, $200 for 2nd prize and $100 for 3rd prize. Middle Schoolers prizes are $150 for 1st prize, $100 for 2nd prize and $50 for 3rd prize. All finalists will receive Friends Bucks. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17767&/about/events/eventPopup Sat, Nov 7 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Community Room <br /><br />Find out how you will do on the SAT. This free, full-length practice SAT is given under simulated testing conditions. You'll learn about the endurance and skill needed to earn a strong score on the SAT. Most importantly, you'll receive a personalized score report from us at the follow-up Scores Back session a week later. To sign up for this event please call the Edenvale Branch Library at (408) 808-3036. <br /><span class="reddark11"><strong>Pre-registration required</strong></span> Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17716&/about/events/eventPopup Mon, Nov 9 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM <br /><br />We will discuss <a href="http://mill1.sjlibrary.org/search/?searchtype=o&searcharg=52494763|&searchscope=1" onclick="javascript:openLink('http://mill1.sjlibrary.org/search/?searchtype=o&searcharg=52494763|&searchscope=1')" class="text"><em>Caramba!</em></a> by Nina Marie Martinez. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17998&/about/events/eventPopup Tue, Nov 10 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; Community Room <br /><br />Whether you want to trim your waistline, express yourself or have fun, Zumba has something to offer you! Zumba is a type of dance fitness that incorporates Latin rhythm and is the craze all over the world. Please wear comfortable shoes, bring water and a towel, and be prepared to have a lot of fun as our great instructor Connie leads you through the steps. This program is for ages 7 through adult. Beginners welcome. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Edenvale Library. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=18050&/about/events/eventPopup Sat, Nov 14 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM <br /><br />Join Edenvale's 2nd Birthday Celebration with the presentation of awards from our annual bookmark and essay contests for youth. This will be a day of celebrating the library and its community. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Edenvale Branch. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=18181&/about/events/eventPopup Sat, Nov 14 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM; Quiet Study Room <br /><br />Our free Strategy Session offers you a general overview of the SAT and what role it plays in college admissions. Learn about changes to the SAT, test-taking strategies, and receive tools for researching colleges and financial aid options. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17717&/about/events/eventPopup