Events and Programs at Pearl Avenue Branch Library - Fri, Nov 20 2009 1:50:01 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 Pearl Avenue Branch Library - Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Mar 1 All Library Open Hours <br /><br />We want to help you get that dream job! Meet with a librarian to start a resume, practice interviewing skills, or search for jobs online. Make your one-hour appointment today by signing up at the reference desk or by calling (408) 808-3053. <br /><span class="reddark11"><strong>Pre-registration required</strong></span> Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17023&/about/events/eventPopup Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 30 All Library Open Hours <br /><br />Each year the Asian Pacific Fund sponsors a contest and invites young Asian-Americans from all across the Bay area to submit entries. This year's theme was "Change - if you could change one thing to make the world a better place, what would it be?" Entries could be in the form of essays or artwork of different types. This year's winners feature many from the South Bay.<br /><br /> We invite you to visit Pearl Avenue Branch Library during November to view this year's award-winning submissions. The Asian Pacific Fund gives thousands of dollars of awards each year in the form of scholarship money to the students whose outstanding work has been judged worthy of being included on these display panels. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=15345&/about/events/eventPopup Fri, Nov 20 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM <br /><br />Kids ages 5-12 can learn Hawaiian dancing in a fun setting. Kids will get to wear traditional hawaiian dress. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17727&/about/events/eventPopup Fri, Nov 20 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Community Room <br /><br />Join us for our seasonal surprise craft for children in grades K-6 and their parents and caregivers. Supplies generously provided by the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17198&/about/events/eventPopup Sat, Nov 21 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Tech Center <br /><br />Learn the basics of navigating the Internet, setting up an email, and more. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=18191&/about/events/eventPopup Sat, Nov 21 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM <br /><br />Calling all families and children of all ages - come for an amazing show by one of the Bay Area's favorite entertainers, Magic Mike. He will thrill you with sleight-of-hand magic illusions, dazzle you with feats of jugglery, and make you laugh at the antics of Quiggley the Talking Dog. This program is made possible by the generous contributions of the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17353&/about/events/eventPopup Mon, Nov 23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM <br /><br />Children in 1st through 6th grade earn badges to gain honorary library ranks such as library clerk and librarian. Earned badges are based on knowing library skills such as alphabetizing books, knowing the Dewey Decimal Classification System for non-fiction books, knowing the parts of a book, and using research skills to do homework. This program is made possible by the generous contributions of the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17445&/about/events/eventPopup Tue, Nov 24 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM <br /><br />Don't Stand in Line, Go Online. Jumpstart your Retirement and/or Disability claim by going online at www.socialsecurity.gov. Social Security's website is now even easier to use. <br /><br />Representatives from the Social Security Administration Office will be at Pearl Avenue Branch Library to answer questions and help you navigate their website. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17979&/about/events/eventPopup Tue, Nov 24 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM <br /><br />Different books are read and discussed every month. Guests and new comers are always welcomed. Call the library at (408) 808-3053 to find out what this month's book is! Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17688&/about/events/eventPopup Wed, Nov 25 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM <br /><br />Children ages preschool to grade 6 are invited to read with or be read to by the library's teenReach volunteers. Come read your favorite books, discover books that you'll love, and make new friends! Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=17374&/about/events/eventPopup Wed, Nov 25 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Community Room <br /><br />Whether you want to trim your waistline, express yourself, or be the life of the party, Zumba has something to offer to 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 instructor Connie leads you through the steps. Beginners welcome. This program is made possible by the generous contributions of the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=16672&/about/events/eventPopup Thu, Nov 26 11:00 AM <br /><br />Come get fit and have fun with light exercise gaming of bowling, tennis, baseball, and more! Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.sjlibrary.org/popup.htm?id=16805&/about/events/eventPopup