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Anaheim Library App
New Library App Available 
on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021
Download the new and improved Anaheim Public Library app on Wednesday, Jan. 6!

Library users can manage their account, keep track of reading history, renew books, place holds, and much more ― right from their device.

Explore new features like entering your library card number into the app to create a Digital Library Card that can be scanned from a distance for contactless in-person checkouts at Central Library, Canyon Hills Branch or Haskett Branch.

Available in the App Store or Google Play Store on Jan. 6. Search for Anaheim Library, and enter in your Library Card Number and PIN.
 
 
LIVE STORYTIMES
Tune in on Facebook and Instagram Live
Virtual Preschool Storytimes
Preschool Storytimes
  • Wed, Jan. 13 at 11:30 a.m.
  • Wed, Jan. 20 at 11:30 a.m.
  • Wed, Jan. 27 at 11:30 a.m.
Click the button below to find more 
Storytimes hosted on Zoom.
More Storytimes
 
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Educational kits and an engaging reading program
to support lifelong learning at home
Winter Reading Program 
with Anaheim Fire & Rescue
Log books and earn digital safety badges to win prizes through January 29.

Complete activity worksheets and watch virtual programs hosted by Anaheim Fire & Rescue on the Library’s Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and earn additional entries into the winter reading program raffle.
Earn Raffle Entries
Anaheim Fire & Rescue Helmet
STEAM on the Go Egyptian Quest Kit
STEAM on the Go! Kits
The STEAM on the Go! Program is designed for kids, teens and families to explore a variety of STEAM Subjects. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math.

Each kit will allow you to dig deep into science and art concepts and complete hands-on experiments and projects. 

Kits are requestable from the Anaheim Public Library’s catalog or by calling your neighborhood Anaheim Library!

Funded by the California State Library's Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, NASA @ My Library, Anaheim Public Library Foundation, Kiwanis Club of Greater Anaheim, Friends of the Anaheim Public Library and Friends of the Canyon Hills Public Library. 
Place Kits on Hold
Memory Kits
Memory Kits
Memory Kits are intended to support families, caregivers, and those experiencing Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Research indicates that interactive and multi-sensory materials promote positive results in these families.

We offer three types of kits for families which include a variety of activities:
  • Reminiscing Kits: music and movies focusing on the 40s, 50s, or 60s
  • Memory Kits: games, toys, and activities to stimulate conversation
  • Informational Kit: designed for caregivers (Bilingual/Spanish)
Funded by the California State Library's Mental Health Initiative and the Southern California Library Cooperative.
Place Kits on Hold
 
STEAM ADVENTURES
These programs are virtual and hosted on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Invisible Ink Program
Make your own Invisible Ink
Thursday, Jan. 14 at 11:30 a.m.
Have you ever wanted to send a secret message? Learn how to make Invisible Ink and send your very own secret message to a friend!

For this program you will need water, lemon or lemon juice, and iron (with parental supervision). 

You will also need thick paper, measuring spoons, 3 cups or small bowls, spoon, 
q-tips or small paintbrush, newspaper or cardboard, and paper towels. 
Make Your Own Snow Program
Make your own Snow
Thursday, Jan. 21 at 11:30 a.m.
Do you wish it snowed in Anaheim? Create your own snow with just a few easy steps.

For this program you will need 3 cups of baking soda, 1/2 cup of white hair conditioner, plastic container, large baking sheet or tablecloth for the play area.

You will also need beads, toothpicks, ribbon and craft eyes to make a snowman. 
Make your own Star Jar
Thursday, Jan. 28 at 11:30 a.m.
Do you ever make wishes? Create a Star Jar and captures your wishes in this engaging activity connecting imagination with STEAM! 

For this program you will need paper, scissors and a jar or container.
Star Jar
 
VIRTUAL AUTHOR VISIT
"Atmospheric… McPherson spins a tense tale of murder and deception. Fans of Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca will find much to like.”
Author Catriona McPherson
Virtual Visit with Author 
Catriona McPherson
Monday, Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Spend an evening hearing haunting stories from mystery author Catriona McPherson and her books, "Strangers at the Gate" and "Scots on the Rocks."

This program is hosted by the Anaheim Public Library Foundation (Tax ID #33-0672558).

Each ticket purchased will earn entries into the raffle for a variety of gift cards.
Buy Tickets
 
 
 
 Library Closures

Anaheim Public Library is closed on Friday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Year's Day. 
We will also be closed on Monday, Jan. 18 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Library Hours
 
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