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Winter (Reading Program) is Here!

Monday, Jan. 8 - Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024

The Library’s annual winter reading program offers epic prizes to encourage you to meet your reading goals. The more you read, the more chances you'll get to win awesome prizes. 

Coming Soon: Recommendations 

Looking for your next read? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Vision Boards

For Teens 🎶

Thursday, Jan. 4

2 p.m. at Central Library

Do you have any goals for 2024? Pop by the Teen Lounge for this collage mixed-media art activity with music and snacks. All materials provided. 

Call (714)-765-1880 at least 72 hours in advance if special ADA accommodations are needed.

ADA accommodations are available for all library programs.

iPad Art Workshop Series (Adults) 🎨

Wednesday, Jan. 17 

4:30 p.m. at Central Library

Practice Digital Art with iPads. No supplies necessary; just bring your imagination. Space is limited. To secure your spot, please RSVP via email: centralprograms@anaheim.net

Sunkist Salón: Practice Speaking Spanish & English

Saturday, Jan. 20

1 p.m. at Sunkist Branch

901 S. Sunkist St.

Practice your language skills with other patrons, led by our bilingual staff. Native English-speakers who are looking to improve their Spanish (y hispanohablantes que buscan mejorar su inglés) can meet to teach and help one another. 

Amateur Chess Tournament ♟  

Saturday, Jan. 20 

11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

(Ages: 5 - 12 yrs old)

&

Sunday, Jan. 21

1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

(Adults/Teens 13+)

at Central Library

Open to players who would like to play chess recreationally or competitively. Sign up at the Central Library Reference Desk or RSVP via email: centralprograms@anaheim.net

Financial Literacy Workshop for

Older Adults 💹

Tuesday, Jan. 23

2 p.m. at Central Library

It’s never too late to be financially literate. Older adults have put in their time and deserve a secure, comfortable life. Join us as we discuss how to be money smart, debt free, and save for the future.

Anaheim Public Library Closures:

Closed system-wide in observation of the following dates below:

Monday, Jan. 1

Monday, Jan. 15

Upcoming Programs & Events

500 W. Broadway

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Children: Stay and Play

Starts weekly Monday, Jan. 8

11 a.m. 

Teens: CANCELLED - JavaScript Workshop

Wednesday, Jan. 3

1 p.m.

Adults: Book Club: "The Blind Assassin" by Margaret Atwood
Sunday, Jan. 21

1 p.m.

Older Adults: Emergency Preparedness Seminar

Friday, Jan. 12

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

All ages: Amateur Chess Tournament

Saturday, Jan. 20 (Ages: 5-12)

11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 21 (Adults/Teens 13+)

1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

400 S. Scout Trail

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Families: Drones in the Library

Wednesday, Jan. 24

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Children: Snowflake Decorating

Tuesday, Jan. 9

3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Teens: Crafternoon: Perler Beads

Tuesday, Jan. 16

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Adults: Self Care Series:

DIY Face Masks

Thursday, Jan. 18

4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Older Adults: Crochet Class:

Headbands
Saturday, Jan. 6

2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

All Ages: Retro Games Day

Saturday, Jan. 13

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

8201 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd.

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Families: Wildlife Wednesdays
Starts every Wednesday, Jan. 10

3:30 p.m.

Children: Read with the Dogs

Thursday, Jan. 11

3 p.m.

Teens: Writer's Block Workshop
Sunday, Jan. 14 & 28

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Adults: Book Discussion: "Lessons In Chemistry" by Bonnie Gamus

Tuesday, Jan. 9

12 p.m.

1340 S. Euclid St.

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Children: Family Craft

Monday, Jan. 8

4:30 p.m.

Teens: Paint Your Own: Solar System Tote Bag

Thursday, Jan. 25

5 p.m.

Adults: Open Mic

Thursday, Jan. 18

5:30 p.m.

Older Adults: Book to Big Screen:

"DragonHeart"

Wednesday, Jan. 10

1 p.m.

2650 W. Broadway

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Families: Family Fun Night

Every Tuesday

5 p.m.

Children: Reading x STEAM

Tuesday, Jan. 23

4:30 p.m. 

Teens: FIFA Tournament

Tuesday, Jan. 16

4 p.m.

 Adults: Memory Lab Workshop

Sunday, Jan. 28

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Older Adults: Aprendiendo Juntos/Learning Together: Sharing Pictures & Videos

Sunday, Jan. 21

1 p.m.

240 E. Orangewood Ave.

Monday – Thursday: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Families: Bilingual Family Storytime

Every Thursday

5 p.m.

Children: Assisteens of Anaheim: Math & English Tutoring

Saturday, Jan. 20

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Teens: FIFA Tournament

Saturday, Jan. 27

2 p.m.

Adults: Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, Jan. 13

2 p.m.

Older Adults: Aprendiendo Juntos/Learning Together: Sharing Pictures & Videos

Monday, Jan. 8

5 p.m.

All Ages: Lotería Night

Wednesday, Jan. 17

5 p.m.

901 S. Sunkist St.

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Children: Read with the Dogs

Wednesday, Jan. 24

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Craft: Melty Beads

Wednesday, Jan. 31

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Adults: Pop-Up Art Journal

Tuesday, Jan. 23

1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

All Ages: S.T.E.A.M.:

Glitter Fireworks

Friday, Jan. 19

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Basics of AI

(Artificial Intelligence)

Wednesday, Jan. 10

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

STEAM on the Go:

Kickstart your New Year’s resolution by discovering all about food groups, MyPlate, and bento boxes in this hands-on approach to science and art. The STEAM on the Go: Bento Box Designing with MyPlate Kit is a great way to encourage healthy eating and a balanced, well-portioned diet with a creative twist. Young explorers in elementary school will enjoy this easy and fun kit!

Start the New Year with new goals & reserve the STEAM on the Go: Bento Box Designing with MyPlate Kit! 

Each kit contains all the materials needed for 2 to 3 children to complete 3 to 5 science experiments,

art projects, and activities.

Reserve this STEAM kit today to

start building!

"We have an amazing year planned out for you, starting with our Winter Reading Program, Sensory Storytime, and Memorial Care virtual events! Stay tuned for two new features in our Newsletter, Recommendations, which will suggest books from our collection based on your preferences and Notices. We can't wait for you to join us for all that this year has to offer!" 

Sincerely,

Audrey A. Lujan
Your City Librarian
Anaheim Public Library

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