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AGENDA
DATE: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Saratoga Library/Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
Call to Order
Roll Call
Report on Posting of the Agenda: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2,the agenda for this
meeting was properly posted on August 17, 2015.
Oral &Written Communications:Any member of the public may address the Commission about any
matter not on the agenda for this meeting for up to three minutes. Commissioners may not comment on
the matter, but may choose to place the topic on a future agenda.
Approval of Minutes: Draft minutes for the June 24 meeting and July 14 special meeting.
Old Business
1. Saratoga Heritage Inventory List
Issue: Saratoga Library to be considered for the City's HPC's "Saratoga's Heritage
Inventory List."
Action:The HPC is currently working on creating a new process of adding properties to
the inventory. Once that process has been settled and approved by the HPC,
City will devise a plan on verifying how and if Saratoga Library can be added to
the inventory as either a resource or a landmark property. The process should
be finalized before the end of the calendar year. No action can be taken.
2. Battle of the Books(adult version) Update
Issue: Update from Commission Chair Marty and Vice Chair Gulino. Event date will be
11/15.
Action: Commissioners need to establish plan leading up to the day of the event.
3. Library Card for Every Resident
Issue: Update from Commissioner Kispersky about reaching out to the
community and increase the number of library cards issued to Saratoga
residents.
Action: Discuss ideas to implement for the upcoming school year.
Reports
1. Nancy Howe, Santa Clara County Librarian
2. Roslyn Donald, Interim Saratoga Community Librarian
3. Terrie Creamer, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
4. Lauren Marty, Library Commission Chair
5. Adam Henig, City of Saratoga Liaison
Agenda Items for the Next Meeting,October 28, 2015
Adjournment
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a
disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City
Clerk's Office at 408.868.1269 or ctclerk@saratoga.ca.us. Requests must be made as early as possible
and at least one full business day before the start of the meeting.
Library Commission Agenda Note:
In accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, copies of the staff reports and other materials provided to
the Library Commission by City staff in connection with this agenda are available at the office of the City
Manager at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, California 95070. Any materials distributed by staff after
the posting of the agenda are made available for public review at the office of the City Manager at the
time they are distributed to the Library Commission.
Certificate of Posting of Agenda:
I, Adam Henig, Recreation Supervisor, for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the
meeting of the Library Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted on August 17, 2015 at the office
of the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and was available for public review
at that location.The agenda is also available on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us.
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MINUTES
DATE: Wednesday,June 24, 2015
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Saratoga Library/Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
Call to Order 4:02 pm
Roll Call Campodonico, Gulino, Kispersky, Marty, Whitcomb (absent)
Staff: Nancy Howe, Roslyn Donald, Adam Henig, Michael Fossati (Planner)
Report on Posting of the Agenda: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2,the agenda for this
meeting was properly posted on June 19, 2015.
Oral &Written Communications:Any member of the public may address the Commission about any
matter not on the agenda for this meeting for up to three minutes. Commissioners may not comment on
the matter, but may choose to place the topic on a future agenda.
Approval of Minutes: Draft minutes for the April 22 meeting. Gulino moved to approve the draft
minutes for the April 22 meeting. Kispersky seconded the motion. Motion passed 4-0.
New Business(Chair moved it ahead of old business)
4. Saratoga Heritage Inventory List
Issue: On May 12, Staff Liaison Henig was contacted by HPC Commissioner Stransky to
add Saratoga Library to the HPC's "Saratoga's Heritage Inventory List." Stransky
plans to complete application for the Library to obtain status on the Inventory
List.
Action: Stansky will provide details of the application process. Commission should
discuss and vote whether to support.
Heritage Preservation Commissioner Annette Stransky had been researching whether
the Saratoga Library could be added to the Saratoga Heritage Inventory List,
which is determined by the Heritage Preservation Commission. City Staff
Planner Michael Fossati explained that in order for the Library to be eligible for
the Inventory List, it must meet only one of the seven criteria. Commissioner
Stransky felt that the Library qualified under two of the seven qualifications:
a) It exemplifies or reflects special elements of the cultural, social,
economic, political, aesthetic, engineering or architectural history of
the City,the County,the State or the nation;
b) It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or
method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of
indigenous materials.
Commissioner Stransky offered to conduct further research and prepare the Library's
application. Since the City is the property owner, Fossati explained,the process
itself would be expedited.Also, he noted, once the Library is placed on the
Inventory List it potentially could lead to it being selected as a state landmark.
Marty inquired about the application process. Fossati explained:
1) Notify the owner (City)
2) Must meet 1 of 7 criteria
3) Notify City Council during Joint Meeting or beforehand
4) If Council approves, contact HPC and submit application
Interim Library Director Donald inquired about the advantages and disadvantages of
having the Library listed on the Inventory List.The disadvantage, Fossati said,
would be that if the Library made any changes to its exterior(liking adding a
bike rack or landscaping changes), it would have to notify HPC ahead of time.
HPC might, for example, recommend that action not be taken. The Library,
however, could still pursue constructing the rack without penalty.The
advantages, explained Commissioner Stransky, included enhanced prestige to
the Library, increased foot traffic, and potentially lead to future state landmark
status.
Chair Marty wanted to add this item to next meeting's agenda.Vice-Chair Gulino would
like a status report at the next meeting and recommended Commissioner
Stransky work on the application—once Council approves. Fossati
recommended that he and Staff Liaison Henig will work together with City
Manager about proposing the task to City Council.
Old Business
1. Battle of the Books(adult version) Update
Issue: Update from Commission Chair Marty. Commission needs to finalize event
details such as date (10/17 or 11/7), rules, marketing ideas, and logistics. Divide
duties among commissioners.
Action: Commissioners need to establish event plan.
Chair Marty and Vice Chair Gulino recommended that the event replicates a "Pub Trivia
Night" rather than the youth-oriented Battle of the Books. It's more manageable
and practical,they contended. Most Pub Trivia Nights are organized and
operated by Brainstormer, a third party vendor. Gulino will meet with a
representative to get ideas and possibly inquire about hiring for the Library's
event, which will be scheduled on Saturday, October 17 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Trivia questions will focus on a variety of genres such as romance books and
geography. Chair Marty motioned to hold a special meeting for planning the
event on Tuesday,July 14 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Vice Chair Gulino seconded and
Commission voted 4-0 to hold a special meeting. Kispersky mentioned he won't
be able to be present. Commission recommended to have a representative from
Brainstormer present at special meeting.
2. Library Card for Every Resident
Issue: Commissioner Kispersky will continue discussion about reaching out to
community and increase the number of library cards issued to Saratoga
residents.
Action: Discuss further how to pursue this project.
Kispersky met with library staff, who notified him that they were already placing
library card applications in K-12 first day school packets. Library also mentioned that
their targeted populations are fourth and fifth graders. Friends of Library President
Creamer recommended that the Commission and Library staff reach out to teachers,
who can influence parents about the importance of having a library card. Also, it was
recommended by Donald to add library cards to the "classroom supply list."
Reports
6. Nancy Howe, Santa Clara County Librarian -All libraries were closed June 3 for software
migration. Systems software upgrade enhancements will include a fresh new look for SCCLD's
online library catalog, improved search functionality, and access to more book reviews. The
Library will be sending out a patron survey soon to determine how well its new software fared.
Beginning July 1,the Library will begin issuing free library cards to non-district residents of all
ages. Commissions will receive monthly reports on usage increases so that the Library can
monitor the impact. Also,the Joint Powers Authority Library Board decided to increase the
Community Room reservation fee to$25.00 for four hours of use from a $10.00 flat fee. Each
use of our community rooms costs the library an average of$35 in staff time.The community
room fee increase will recoup some of these costs and will be the first community room fee
change in over 15 years.
7. Roslyn Donald, Interim Saratoga Community Librarian– The Library is in midst of ending its
"Grand Tour of China" series, which featured Chinese Caligraphy, authors, and artists.The end
of the year teen events included Study Hall for Finals and a "Teen Lock in." In mid-May, staff
visited all of the K-8 schools in Saratoga, encouraging students to utilize the library. Donald
mentioned that program evaluation results demonstrated that most patrons hear about a
program from either a poster, the Library's website, a staff member or word of mouth.
8. Terrie Creamer, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries-The Friends grant to the library for 2015-2016
is $141,000.This includes the ability to purchase bestsellers, sponsor programs for all ages,
provide community outreach hours, augmenting collections, and maintaining the literacy
program.The author series will resume on September 2
9. Lauren Marty, Library Commission Chair- none
10. Adam Henig, City of Saratoga Liaison - mentioned Library Commission applications are available
for one spot on the commission—Whitcomb's seat.
Agenda Items for the Next Meeting,August 26,2015
• Battle of the Books
• Library Card
• Heritage List
Adjournment—Gulino motioned to adjourned. Kispersky seconded motion. 4-0 motion passed. 5:27pm
Respectfully Submitted:Adam Henig, Recreation Supervisor
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Special Meeting MINUTES
DATE: Tuesday,July 14, 2015
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Saratoga Library/Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
Call to Ord7ulino
o a lack of a uorum the meetin was not called to order.
Roll Call-
Report on Posthig of a Ag nda: P suant to Government Code Section 54954.2,the agenda for this
special meeting wa properCy poste on July 7, 2015.
Oral &Written Communication .Any me ber the public ddress the Commission about any
matter not on the agenda for this meeting for a to three mi utes. mmissioners may not comment on
the matter, but may choose to place the topic on a future a endue
Old Business
1. "Battle of the Books Trivia"
Issue: Commission needs to finalize trivia event details,'div4ejob7nt.
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themselves, and select a date for the event.
Action: Commissioners need to establish a plan leading up to the ev ..,_1
Next Meeting,August 26,2015
Adjournment
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a
disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City
Clerk's Office at 408.868.1269 or ctclerk@saratoga.ca.us. Requests must be made as early as possible
and at least one full business day before the start of the meeting.
Respectfully Submitted:Adam Henig, Recreation Supervisor
Santa Clara
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July 2015
Commission Report
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
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Green Teen Garden Project at Cupertino Library Receives Award
The Urban Library Council (ULC) has announced its 2015 top innovators. ULC's annual Innovations
Initiative is a showcase to share and inspire new ways of thinking and working that libraries implement
to benefit people and communities. The Green Teen Garden Project was awarded an Honorable
Mention for Sustainability.
Santa Clara County Library District, CA The Green Teen Garden Project@ Cupertino Library www.scci.org
Teens in Cupertino replace their smart phones and tablets with rakes, seeds, and soil for four months to
develop gardening and sustainability skills.The Cupertino Library's Green Teen Garden Project teaches
these new skills through a four month, hands-on program led by library staff and veteran gardeners.
Participating teens learn best gardening practices and green living skills by maintaining a self-contained,
organic garden located inside the library's courtyard.After two years of operation, the project has
produced 40 teen eco-enthusiasts and donated more than 45 pounds of fresh organic vegetables to
people in need.
Integrated Library System (ILS)Software Migration Update
We have been running Innovative Interface's Sierra ILS and public catalog Encore since June 3rd. The
migration has not gone as smoothly as we expected. Patrons have experienced problems with the
catalog, particularly the login and holds functions. We were also unable to migrate the patron lists from
the previous catalog by June 3rd as we had hoped. Staff is aggressively working to identify and get bugs
fixed, conduct testing, assist patrons, communicate all problems with the vendor, and explore
alternative solutions. FAQs and a method for reporting problems can be found at
http://www.sccl.org/Catalog/Catalog-FAQs. Thank you for your patience as we work through this major
technical challenge. We are committed to giving our patrons a superior catalog experience.
Bus Driver Aids Quick Return of Child Abducted from Milpitas Library
http://www.mercurynews.com/milpitas/ci 28282099/bus-drive r-recounts-actions-that-saved-
abducted-milpitas
Thanks to the quick response of VTA, Law enforcement, and library staff, a 3 year old boy abducted from
the Milpitas Library on June 8th was swiftly returned to his parents. In a matter of minutes,the library
was searched, 911 was notified, and the Milpitas police were on site. The incident is a sober reminder
to families and staff that libraries are very busy public buildings. Milpitas City Council formally
commended Debra Serrano, Milpitas Library Clerk,who called police dispatch and provided critical
information about the abducted child and suspect.The Milpitas Police and County Sheriff's Department
are assisting the Library staff with review of emergency procedures.
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Starting July 1, library cards became free to all regardless of residents. A revised brochure reflecting our
current policy has been printed and will be distributed to commissioners.
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August 2015
Commission Report
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
On July 1,the Santa Clara County Library District stopped charging non-residents for library cards and
began offering free library cards to all. We were glad to welcome so many patrons back. A total of
5679 new cards were issued during the month of July to non-residents. More detailed statistics will
follow in next month's report.
On Monday, August 17, we will change our online catalog. On June 3, we went live with a new online
catalog, Encore. We learned through an online survey that a majority of our patrons preferred the
former catalog, Bibliocommons. They told us they liked the user interface and functionality of
Bibliocommons. Also, some expected features in Encore did not work. We listened to our patrons and
are pleased we were able to respond so quickly.
Saratoga Library Report: July 2015
Roslyn Donald,Acting Community Librarian
Statistics
May 2014 May 2015 June 2014 June 2015
Total Circulation 94,260 88,222 100,164 84,489
Adult/Teen Circulation 50,526 48,403 53,473 48, 243
Children's Circulation 43,734 39,819 46,691 36,246
Total Number of Programs 65 69 40 44
Programs Total Attendance 1,960 1908 2,658 1332
New Library Cards Issued 132 142 160 245
Gate Count 33,153 34,793 34,738 31,386
Outreach Events 7 8 14 6
Outreach Total Attendance 1,505 2523 805 1,110
Volunteer Hours 506 1373 1,500 1,563
Programs
Programs for Adults
Adult Events
June 16 at 7:00 p.m. - Master Gardeners:Waterwise Gardening Tactics Lecture
With mandatory water restrictions looming, participants will learn water-wise gardening tactics to
convert a lawn or other landscape into somethings that's more drought-tolerant and beautiful. Master
Gardener Dee Brown will give an overview of"best watering" and yard maintenance practices to save
water and your time!
She will also suggest and describe attractive low-water plants that thrive in our mild, Mediterranean
climate and how to incorporate them into your landscape. Participants will also learn that reducing
water usage can go hand-in-hand with creating a beautiful yard that attracts birds, bees, and butterflies.
June 20 at 1 p.m. -Gu-zheng Solo music by Hong Tai.
June 22 at 7 p.m. -Chinese Calligraphy
Experience the beauty of Chinese culture through calligraphy.
June 29 at 7 p.m. -Stanford professor and author Gordon H. Chang
Fateful Ties: the History of American preoccupation with China by Gordon H Chang.
Stanford professor of American History and director of the Center for East Asian Studies.
Americans look to China with fascination and fear, unsure whether the rising Asian power is friend or
foe but certain it will play a crucial role in America's future. Americans have long been convinced of
China's importance to their national destiny. Fateful Ties presents a long view of this history, beginning
with Jamestown and coming to the present.
July 2,9, 16, 23 and 30 at 11:00 a.m. - English Conversation Club
The English Conversation Club is offered every Thursday morning in the Community Room at 11:00 a.m.
The Club is open to all levels of English language learners. Meetings are fun social events that help
participants improve their English listening and speaking skills. Participants practice speaking English,
make friends, and learn about other cultures in a supportive environment. Participation is on a drop-in
basis. Native English-speakers are welcome to help facilitate conversations. (Attendance: 108)
July 7, 14, 21,28 at 7:00 p.m. - Point of View(POV) Sneak Preview Movie Series
Attend a special advanced viewing of acclaimed and provocative films from POV's 28th season on PBS.
The following films will be shown at Saratoga Library before their television broadcasts:
July 7 at 7:00 p.m.-Web Junkie—
This film follows the treatment of three Chinese teenagers, obsessive gamers whose preference for the
virtual world over the real one is summed up in one jarring statement: "Reality is too fake."
Attendance: 14)
July 14 at 7:00 p.m.- Return to Homs
This film focuses on Basset Saroot, star goalkeeper for the Syrian national soccer team, and his ragtag
group's transformation and struggles, in this often wrenching study of the brutal war President Bashar
al-Assad's regime has waged against the Syrian people. Winner of Sundance's World Cinema Grand Jury
Prize for Documentary,this is an unprecedented view inside a conflict that many accuse the world of
overlooking. (Attendance: 8)
July 21 at 7:00 p.m.Tea Time
This film looks at how a seemingly mundane routine of tea and pastries has helped a group of lifelong
friends commemorate life's joys and cope with infidelity, illness and death. A celebration of the small
things that help us endure,Tea Time,filmed over five years, illuminates a beautiful paradox: As familiar
worlds slip away,friendships grow ever stronger and more
profound. ( Attendance: 14)
July 11 at 1 p.m.- Hot Buzz: Bees in the Library!
Members of the Santa Clara Valley Beekeepers Guild will hold a workshop on honey bees. Ken McKenzie
of the Beekeepers Guild will bring his demonstration hive to the library where participants can watch
the busy bees at work! (Attendance: 87)
Teen Events
July 10 at 3:00 p.m.-Teen Henna Tattoo Workshop
Learn about the history and culture of henna, get a design from a professional artist, and take some
supplies home. For ages 12-18. 25 students
July 10, 17,24 and 31 at 4:00 p.m. - Introduction to Programming—Java
In this 4 week workshop, learn the basics of Java programming: develop, compile and run simple
programs.This workshop is taught by DeAnza College 22 attendees weekly.
Children's Events:
July 1 at 2:30 p.m.- Cowgirl Tricks with Karen Queste A real live
cowgirl will entertain with roping tricks inside the Community Room and out. Grades K—6.
(Attendance: 61 children/35 adults)
July 8 at 2:30 p.m.—Super Bubble Power! Children's
librarian, Holly, will present a program full of bubbles—big bubbles and small. Children will be
encouraged to interact and try out the different bubble activities. Grades K—6. (Attendance: 78
children/46 adults)
July 9 at 10:30 a.m.—Santa Clara County Fire Department Storytime The Santa
Clara County Fire Department will join us for a special Community Hero Storytime for pre-schoolers and
their families. Note that the firefighters remain in-service at all times, so please understand if the
firefighters are unable to complete the scheduled program due to an emergency call. (Attendance: 52
children/44 adults)
July 14 at 3:00 p.m. —Superhero Decoupage Tweens
(grades 5-8) are invited to come to this decoupage art project program using comic books to complete
their masterpieces! Registration required at the Children's Reference Desk beginning June 23.
(Attendance: 23 children/18 adults)
July 15 at 2:30 p.m.- The Wildlife Associates present: Wild Neighbors. The
Wildlife Associates will bring a red fox, porcupine, white-tailed kite and a Harris hawk to educate and
entertain the children and their parents as well as encouraging respect for all living creatures. Grades K
—6. (Attendance: 103 children/66 adults)
July 22 at 2:30 p.m.—Storyteller,John Weaver.
Professional storyteller,John Weaver,will weave his told tales around the theme of"Every Hero Has a
Story". Grades K—6. (Attendance: 63 children/42 adults)
Class visits:
July 6 at 1:15 pm—"Wild Coyotes"city camp visit
Youth participating in the recreation department's summer camp will visit the library and enjoy stories,
jokes, good non-fiction and a movie. (Attendance: 13 children/5 counselors).
July 13 at 1:15 pm—"Wild Coyotes"city camp visit
Same as above. (Attendance: 14 children/6 counselors)
July 20 at 1:15 pm—"Wild Coyotes"city camp visit
Same as above. (Attendance: 12 children/5 counselors)
July 27 at 1:15 pm—"Wild Coyotes"city camp visit
Same as above. (Attendance: 10 children/5 counselors)
Newsletter
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Outreach
West Valley College Farmer's Market: Monthly on Third Saturdays from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Saratoga Library staff members are at the Farmer's Market Information Booth on the third Saturday of
each month to promote library programs and register persons for library cards.
July 16 at 10:00 am—Growing Tree Preschool—three sessions
Children at a local preschool will enjoy listening to books and flannalboard stories. (Attendance: 90
children/6 adults.)
July 17 @ 7:00 pm—Saratoga Movie Night—"Wreck It Ralph"
One of our children's librarians attended and handed out some fun freebies and event fliers while
updating the community about our now free library cards. (Attendance: 51 children/22 adults
July 23 at 10:00 am—Growing Tree Preschool—two sessions
See above listing for details. (Attendance: 60 children/4 adults)
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August 1 at 2:00 p.m.- To Hell and Back The story of Audie Murphy.A true American Hero if there ever
was one
Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson who has created one man performances of Edgar Allan Poe,
Albert Einstein, and George Burns has now created this memorable bio-play of America's most
decorated hero of the Second World War.This 45 minute one man performance will showcase the WWII
Adventures of Audie Murphy, his life and his crusade to help Veterans with PTSD.
August 6, 13,20,and 27 at 11:00 a.m. - English Conversation Club
The English Conversation Club is offered every Thursday morning in the Community Room at 11:00 a.m.
The Club is open to all levels of English language learners. Meetings are fun social events that help
participants improve their English listening and speaking skills. Participants practice speaking English,
make friends, and learn about other cultures in a supportive environment. Participation is on a drop-in
basis. Native English-speakers are welcome to help facilitate conversations.
August 7 at 1:30 p.m.—Road Scholar—Adventures in Lifelong Learning
Do you love to learn and travel with others who share your interests?
Discover Road Scholar offering over 5,500 educational programs in all 50 states, Canada and 150 other
countries.
Presented by ardent travelers, speakers, and ambassadors
Larry&Jill Fine and Karen Boyle.
August 8 at 1:00 p.m.-An Afternoon at Downton Abbey
Dr. DiAnn Ellis discusses the world of Downton Abbey within the social and historical context of the era.
Learn about the Worth gowns, WW I, Spanish Flu, Suffragettes and daily lives of servants and
landowners. She will also speak of her recent visit to Highclere Castle where the PBS series was filmed.
Dr. Ellis was a Professor of Education for 34 years at San Francisco State University and having lived in
England is now pursuing her keen interest in British History.
Tea and biscuits will be served and vintage dress is welcome.
August 13 at 10:15 a.m.–Chinese Book Club
Participants will read and discuss (TJ7-�-": �YEkN Lee
Kuan Yew) in Mandarin.
August 18 at 7:00 p.m.-Exploring the Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge
The Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge (DENWR) is the West Coast's largest wetlands restoration
project in U.S. history.This 30,000-acre oasis for millions of migratory birds and endangered species is in
the heart of Silicon Valley.
Eric Norris, Sloughkeepers President, will give us a multi-media tour through this largely unknown gem
of the South Bay. Learn how you can explore it by kayak, foot, or bicycle.
Teen Events
August 15, 10 a.m.–Teen Laser Etching Puzzle Workshop
Create your own design and have it cut into puzzle pieces with a laser cutter. Get information about 3D
printing: Watch a presentation of 3D printing techniques and purposes with a demonstration of multiple
prints. Register at the library.
August 29, 1 p.m. - PSAT Practice Test
Practice taking the test—without the pressure. Receive test results. Advanced registration required.
Sign up online at www.sccl.org–Location Saratoga–Events. For students in grades 9-11. Please bring a
pencil and a calculator. Results seminar on Tuesday, October 8th at 7pm.
Children's Events
August 5 @ 2:30 p.m. –Heroes of Greek Mythology–crafts and activities
Children, grades K–6,will participate in a variety of crafts and activities focusing on the theme of Greek
mythology.
August 12 @ 2:30 p.m.—Summer Challenge Celebration with the Fratello Marionettes
Children who participated in the Summer Challenge program will enjoy this program celebrating their
accomplishments.The Fratello Marionettes will perform their Vaudeville Follies program.
Saratoga Library Report: August 2015
Roslyn Donald, Acting Community Librarian
Statistics
June 2014 June 2015 July 2014 July 2015
Total Circulation 100,164 84,489 102,739 84,016
Adult/Teen Circulation 53,473 48, 243 55,734 47,824
Children's Circulation 46,691 36,246 47,005 36,192
Total Number of Programs 40 44 33 45
Programs Total Attendance 2,658 1332 1,700 1882
New Library Cards Issued 160 245 213 691
Gate Count 34,738 31,386 34,016 33,345
Outreach Events 14 6 2 7
Outreach Total Attendance 805 1,110 400 313
Volunteer Hours 1,500 1,563 1,479 1472
New Staff
Clerk
Adrienne Apple
We are happy to announce the promotion of Coded Page Adrienne Apple to
the position of Library Clerk 1. She has been with us for almost two years,first
as an extra help page,then coded page, and now our new Library Clerk.
Positive, hard working, and conscientious, she is a pleasure to work with. With
a focus on great customer service, she is a great addition to our Clerk team.
While working with us she is continuing her education at San Jose State
working on her MLIS.
Pages
Grace Yee
We are pleased to announce the promotion of extra help page Grace Yee to
Coded Page effective August 31, 2015. Grace has been with us for almost a
year now and has been a pleasure to work with. Energetic, positive and a
great team player, she has contributed to the success of our circulation
department. We are very happy to keep her here as a member of the
Saratoga team.
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August Programs
Adult Events
August 1 at 2:00 p.m.- To Hell and Back The story of Audie Murphy.
A true American Hero if there ever was one
Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson performs this 45 minute
one man performance. It showcases the WWII Adventures of Audie
Murphy, his life and his crusade to help Veterans with PTSD.
(Attendance: 32)
August 6, 13, 20,and 27 at 11:00 a.m.- English Conversation Club
The English Conversation Club is offered every Thursday morning in the Community Room at 11:00 a.m.
The Club is open to all levels of English language learners. Meetings are fun social events that help
participants improve their English listening and speaking skills. Participants practice speaking English,
make friends, and learn about other cultures in a supportive environment. Participation is on a drop-in
basis. Native English-speakers are welcome to help facilitate conversations.
August 7 at 1:30 p.m.—Road Scholar—Adventures in Lifelong Learning
Discover Road Scholar offering over 5,500 educational programs in all 50 states, Canada and 150 other
countries.
Presented by ardent travelers, speakers, and ambassadors
Larry&Jill Fine and Karen Boyle. (Attendance: 39)
August 8 at 1:00 p.m.-An Afternoon at Downton Abbey
Dr. DiAnn Ellis discussed the world of Downton Abbey within the social and t ,
historical context of the era. Attendees learned about Worth gowns, WW I, a
Spanish Flu, Suffragettes and daily lives of servants and landowners. Tea and
biscuits will be served and vintage dress is welcome. (Attendance: 70)
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August 13 at 10:15 a.m.—Chinese Book Club
Participants read and discussedLee
Kuan Yew) in Mandarin. (Attendance: 22)
August 18 at 7:00 p.m.- Exploring the Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge
The Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge (DENWR) is the West Coast's largest wetlands restoration
project in U.S. history.This 30,000-acre oasis for millions of migratory birds and endangered species is in
the heart of Silicon Valley.
Eric Norris, Sloughkeepers President, will give us a multi-media tour through this largely unknown gem
of the South Bay. Learn how you can explore it by kayak,foot, or bicycle.
Teen Events
August 15, 10 a.m.—Teen Laser Etching Puzzle Workshop
Create your own design and have it cut into puzzle pieces with a laser cutter. Get information about 3D
printing: Watch a presentation of 3D printing techniques and purposes with a demonstration of multiple
prints. Register at the library. (Attendance: 23)
Children's Events:
August 5 @ 2:30 p.m. —Heroes of Greek Mythology—crafts and activities
Children, grades K—6,will participate in a variety of crafts and activities focusing on the theme of Greek
mythology. (Attendance: 75 children and 56 adults).
August 12 @ 2:30 p.m.—Summer Challenge Celebration with the Fratello Marionettes
Children who participated in the Summer Challenge program will enjoy this program celebrating their
accomplishments.The Fratello Marionettes will perform their Vaudeville Follies program. (Attendance:
52 children and 35 adults)
Class visits:
August 3 @ 1:15 p.m.—the "Wild Coyotes", a city camp class will visit the library to hear stories, enjoy
non-fiction and see a short movie. (Attendance: 19 children and 5 adults).
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Outreach
August 13- Foothill Club Winnie Simpson Lunch
Roslyn Donald gave the presentation "Library Surprises: 30 Tips in 30 Minutes"to the annual joint
meeting of the Foothill Club book clubs. 42 attendees.
Adult Events
September 1 at 7:00 p.m.-Exploring Elkhorn Slough
Elkhorn Slough is an ecological gem of Monterey Bay. It provides much-needed habitat for hundreds of
plant and animal species including sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, and more than 300 species of
birds. Slough keepers President Eric Norris will show the best places to spot the various wildlife of the
slough with a multimedia presentation. He will describe how to explore the slough by kayak,foot, or
boat, and even from a wheelchair!
September 2 at 10:00 a.m.-Friends Author Series
Lynn Rogers will discuss her book Born in Berkeley.
September 15 at 7:00 p.m.- No Mow Native Lawn
Jodie Sheffield is a Seed Specialist in charge of Research and Development for a Northern California sod
farm and has worked with plant breeders, seed producers and research facilities throughout California
for over 25 years.Jodie will talk about a variety of native plants and grasses for lawns that can save
water. She will describe how these sturdy plants and sods create beautiful, natural spaces and what the
best care options are for them.
September 3, 10, 17,and 24 at 11:00 a.m.- English Conversation Club
The English Conversation Club is offered every Thursday morning in the Community Room at 11:00 a.m.
The Club is open to all levels of English language learners. Meetings are fun social events that help
participants improve their English listening and speaking skills. Participants practice speaking English,
make friends, and learn about other cultures in a supportive environment. Participation is on a drop-in
basis. Native English-speakers are welcome to help facilitate conversations.
Teen Events
September 8 at 7:00 p.m.-PSAT Results Seminar
Results seminar for participants of the Aug. 29th PSAT Practice Test.
Participants and their parents will pick up the test results and learn more about test taking strategies.
Open to everyone interested in learning more about the PSAT.
September 19 at 1:00 p.m.-ACT/SAT Practice Test
Get experience with either the ACT or the SAT— without the pressure! Take the practice test at the
library and choose which test to take.
Results Seminar to pick up test results and learn what the results mean on Monday, September 28th at
7pm. Space is limited! Sign up online. Grades 9 and up only.
September 26 at 2:00 p.m.-College Essay Workshop
Workshop for the class of 2016.This workshop has two parts:
1st hour: parents and students attend a seminar about the nuances of college application essays.
2nd hour: students work with essay specialists and start brain storming/writing their essays.
Attendance is limited. Please sign up online.
September 28 at 7:00 p.m.-ACT/SAT Results Seminar
Results seminar for participants of theSept. 19th ACT/SAT Practice Test.
Participants and their parents will pick up the test results and learn more about test taking strategies.
Open to everyone interested in learning more about these tests.
Children's Events
September 2 at 2:30 p.m.—Ready,Set, READ! Early Literacy Storytime. Children, ages 3-5, will enjoy a
fun, interactive storytime and their grown-ups will learn early literacy tips at this afternoon storytime.
The early literacy theme for this week is: Talking.
September 9 at 2:30 p.m.—Ready,Set, READ! Early Literacy Storytime. In this second week of a five
part early literacy storytime series, children (ages 3-5) and grown-ups alike,will enjoy stories, music and
literacy tips all set in our Orchard Room of the library. "Music Together" is the special guest and will
provide the music to the singing theme of this week.
September 16 at 2:30 p.m.—Ready, Set, READ! Early Literacy Storytime. The early literacy theme for
this storytime is "reading". Children, ages 3-5, and their grown-ups will enjoy a lively storytime in this
third session of a five week series.
September 22 at 3:45 p.m.—LEGO Play! Families may come and free play with LEGO pieces during this
hour of fun and creativity. Pre-K through early elementary grades.
September 23 at 2:30 p.m.—Ready, Set, READ! Early Literacy Storytime. Week four of this five week
early literacy storytime series will consist of stories, rhymes and songs all focusing on the early literacy
theme of"writing". Children, ages 3-5, and their grown-ups will have fun interacting with each other
and the storytime librarian.
September 30 at 2:30 p.m.—Ready,Set, READ! Early Literacy Storytime. The theme of"playing" winds
up this five week storytime series for children, ages 3-5, and their grown-ups.The children will enjoy the
lively storytime and the adults will gain literacy tips.
Other Children's events and news:
The popular Baby Storytimes will be moving to Thursday mornings at 11:30 a.m. (formerly on
Wednesday mornings) beginning Thursday, September 3. Ages: Birth to 18 months- non-walkers—no
older siblings, if possible. Bring a blanket to put on the floor for your baby.
September is Library Card Month! From September 1 through September 30, children who receive a
new library card will also receive a LEGO piece to add to a "construction" in the Children's Room and
also LEGO stickers. Adults may participate as well. Children and your parents, please show your new
library card at the Children's Desk to participate.
Class visits:
September 18 at 10:30 a.m. The 1ST grade at Sacred Heart School will visit the library to start off the
new school year. They will hear stories, see great non-fiction books, hear jokes and watch a movie.
After the presentation,the children will have the opportunity to check out books using their new library
cards.
September 25 at 10:30 a.m. Sacred Heart's 2nd grade class will visit the library to start off their new
school as well. The students will enjoy stories,facts, participation tales and a movie. After the
presentation, they will check out books.
Virtual Library Resource of the Month: Opposing Viewpoints
Opposing Viewpoints is a wonderful database for middle school and high school students. It offers
varying perspectives on hundreds of contentious issues,from abortion to gun control to domestic
terrorism and same-sex marriage. Students can use OV to write persuasive essays, prepare for debates,
or to write a speech. It offers one-stop shopping for articles, essays, statistics, images and AV resources.
OV essays cover all sides of social issues and offer a wide range of perspectives.
Friends of the Saratoga Libraries Report-August 26, 2015
Through Membership donations, donations of books, volunteering and purchasing books from
the BOOK-GO-ROUND the Friends assist the library in maintaining and improving its current
high level of library services.
The author series will resume on September 2 at 10 am with author Lynn Rogers. Lynn is
from Berkeley and has written 12 books. Her series with Carolyn Ryder deals with coming
of age in the 60, and continues by decade.
Design of wayfinding signs continues.
one of the oldest Japanese estate and gardens in the Western Hemisphere
SAVE THE DATE!
You are cordially invited to
HAKONE CENTENNIAL GALA
Sunday, September 27, 2015
5:00pm
$200 per person
At the,beautiful gardens of Hakone,you will enjoy
Welcome Reception - hors d'oeuvres, sake, wine
Intimate Garden Dinner
Entertainment
Centennial Awards Ceremoney
Silent Auction
Hakone members may purchase tickets now
Tckets open to non-members on August 1st
Visit www.Hakone.com to become a member
Support,Attend, Donate
For sponsorship and ticket infomation, email
events@hakone.com
Become a proud Centennial sponsor and
help enrich the culture of Silicon Valley
Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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