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Saratoga Library Commission
Regular Meeting
Agenda
Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Saratoga Library/Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
Call to Order
Roll Call
Oral Communications on Non-Agendized Items
Any member of the public may address the Library Commission for up to three (3) minutes on matters not on the
Agenda. The law generally prohibits the Library Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. The
Library Commission may choose to place the topic on a future agenda.
Approval of Minutes
Draft minutes for the April 25, 2017 Regular Meeting
Agenda Items
1. Library Commission Support for Library Goals/Efforts
Summary: The Santa Clara County Library District conducted a district-wide survey.
The results were presented at the December 2016 Library Commission Meeting.
Subsequently, the Commission agreed to schedule discussion of the results specific to
Saratoga Library at a future meeting.
Action: Receive and consider survey results.
2. Library Interior Space Improvement Funding
Summary: The Santa Clara County Library District is expected to allocate $200,000 for
interior space improvements at Saratoga Library in the Fiscal Year 2017/18 budget.
Action: Receive information about the funding for interior space improvements.
3. Library Commission Group Photo
Summary: Discuss taking a group photo of the Library Commission.
Action: Finalize plan for group photo.
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4. Proposed Meeting with Cupertino Library Commission
Summary: Consider a proposal to hold a joint meeting with the Cupertino Library
Commission.
Action: Discuss proposed meeting with Cupertino Library Commission.
5. Collaboration with Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
Summary: Brainstorm ways that the Saratoga Library Commission and Friends of the
Saratoga Libraries can work together.
Action: Identify opportunities to collaborate with the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries.
6. Boy Scout and Girl Scout Project List
Summary: Brainstorm project ideas for Boy Scout and Girl Scout volunteer projects at
the Library, such as Eagle Scout or Gold Award projects.
Action: Create list of prospective projects for Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts interested in
volunteering at Saratoga Library.
7. Community News & Trends
Summary: Share news and trends within the community.
Reports
1. Nancy Howe, Santa Clara County Librarian
2. Michael Eitner, Saratoga Community Librarian
3. Lisa Finley, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
4. Karen Burley, Library Commission Vice Chair
5. Crystal Bothelio, City of Saratoga
Summarize Action Items
Agenda Items for Next Meeting – August 22, 2017
Adjournment
Certificate of Posting of the Agenda, Distribution of Agenda Packet, & Compliance with Americans
with Disabilities Act
I, Crystal Bothelio, City Clerk for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the
Library Commission was posted and available for review on June 22, 2017 at the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale
Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us.
Signed this 22nd day of June 2017 at Saratoga, California.
Crystal Bothelio, City Clerk
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 Clerk at 13777
Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070. Any materials distributed by staff after the posting of the agenda are made
available for public review at the office of the City Clerk at the time they are distributed to the City Council.
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contact the City Clerk at 408.868.1269. Notification 24 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make
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LIBRARY COMMISSION AGENDA PLANNER
MEETING AGENDA ITEMS REPORTS
February 23, 2016 New Library Commissioner Welcome – Flora Hoffman
Selection of Chair & Vice Chair
Work Plan & Objectives
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Allison Lew, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Robert Gulino, Vice Chair
Adam Henig, Liaison
April 26, 2016 New Library Commissioner Welcome – Carol Barmeier
Work Plan & Objectives Sharing Community News & Trends
Sharing Community News & Trends
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Allison Lew, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Robert Gulino, Chair
Adam Henig, Liaison
June 28, 2016 Update on Friends Nominee to Commission
Update on Partnering with West Valley College
Library Survey & Interior Space Review
Sharing Community News & Trends
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Rose Koury, Acting Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Robert Gulino, Chair
Adam Henig, Liaison
August 23, 2016 West Valley College Partnership Update
Community News & Trends
Parking Lot Speeding Concerns
Rescheduling of December 2016 Meeting
Commission Recruitment Update
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Rose Koury, Acting Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Robert Gulino, Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
October 25, 2016 Selection of Chair & Vice Chair
Library Survey Results
West Valley College Partnership Update
Community News & Trends
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Rose Koury, Acting Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Claire Campodonico, Vice Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
December 13, 2016 2017 Work Plan
Introduction of Santa Clara County Library District Foundation
(Terrie Creamer)
Library Survey Results
Community News & Trends
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Rose Koury, Acting Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Claire Campodonico, Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
February 28, 2017 West Valley College Partnership Update
Technology Events/3D Printing
Library District Survey Results for Saratoga Library
Community News & Trends
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Michael Eitner, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Claire Campodonico, Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
April 25, 2017 Library District Survey Results for Saratoga Library
Community News & Trends
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Michael Eitner, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Claire Campodonico, Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
May 31, 2017
6:00 p.m.
Commission Recognition Dinner
Hakone Gardens
June 27, 2017 Community News & Trends
Library Commission Support for Library Goals/Efforts
Library Interior Space Improvement Funding
Library Commission Group Photo
Proposed Meeting with Cupertino Library Commission
Collaboration with Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
Boy Scout and Girl Scout Project List
Summarize Action Items
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Michael Eitner, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Karen Burley, Vice Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
August 22, 2017 Community News & Trends
Summarize Action Items
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Michael Eitner, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Karen Burley, Vice Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
October 24, 2017 Community News & Trends
Selection of Chair & Vice Chair
Review 2017 Work Plan, Consider 2018 Work Plan
Rescheduling December Meeting Date
Summarize Action Items
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Michael Eitner, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
December 26, 2017* Community News & Trends
Finalize 2018 Work Plan
Summarize Action Items
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Michael Eitner, Community Librarian
Lisa Finley, Friends
Chair
Crystal Bothelio, Liaison
Unscheduled Future
Items
Interior Space Review Recommendations
West Valley College Collaboration & Next Steps
* Meeting will be canceled or rescheduled
LIBRARY COMMISSION WORK PLAN & MEMBERSHIP
KEY POINTS OF WORK PLAN
1. Plan and promote library events and programs
2. Consider data of countywide survey relating to Saratoga Library and make recommendations
3. Provide recommendation on interior space review
4. Engage in information sharing with library and public
5. identify opportunities to partner with West Valley College
6. Help increase the number of residents with library cards
TOPICS IN DETAIL
Information Sharing with the Library
a. Hold technology events, such as a 3D printing
b. Support and promote Trivia events
c. Provide recommendations to Library Staff at meetings. This would include upcoming events
to promote the library, new trends, interests, etc.
d. Provide additional items to the Local Government Resource Center (e.g., including a photo
of Library Commission)
Information sharing with the public
a. Assist with tabling at city-wide events (e.g., Heritage Day)
b. Create email campaigns to reach specific populations (such as parents, youth, seniors, etc.)
to tout Library and its programs
Survey
a. Analyze survey result data for Saratoga Library and provide recommendations to the Library
District as appropriate
Interior Space Budget
a. Provide recommendations based on survey results regarding the $200,000 interior space
budget; (i.e., What’s a great fit for the community?)
Library Card Membership
a. Recommend opportunities to reach the goal to issue library cards to at least 85 percent of
Saratoga and Monte Sereno’s population
Other Topics
a. Serve as contest judges
b. Procedure review (e.g., revising the Community Room sign-up policy)
c. Visit other County library commissions & JPA meetings
d. Attend annual Friends and Commissioner forum
CURRENT MEMBERSHIP
Name Term End City Email
Vacant, Monte Sereno Representative 9/30/2017
Carol Barmeier 9/30/2017 cbarmeier@saratoga.ca.us
Anandi Krishnamurthy 9/30/2018 akrishnamurthy@saratoga.ca.us
Flora Hoffman 9/30/2019 fhoffman@saratoga.ca.us
Karen Burley 9/30/2020 kburley@saratoga.ca.us
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Minutes
Saratoga Library Commission
Regular Meeting
April 25, 2017
Call to Order: Vice Chair Karen Burley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Saratoga
Library Community Room at 13650 Saratoga Avenue in Saratoga.
Roll Call
Present: Vice Chair Karen Burley, Commissioner Carol Barmeier, Anandi
Krishnamurthy, Flora Hoffman
Absent: None
Also Present: Nancy Howe, Michael Eitner, Lisa Finley, Crystal Bothelio, Elicia Ye
Oral Communications on Non-Agendized Items: None
Approval of Minutes: Draft minutes for the February 28, 2017 Regular Meeting
BARMEIER/HOFFMAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FOR THE FEBRUARY 28,
2017 REGULAR MEETING WITH A CORRECTION TO COMMISSIONER BARMEIER’S
TITLE ON PAGE 3. MOTION PASSED. AYES: BURLEY, BARMEIER, KRISHNAMURTHY,
HOFFMAN. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
Agenda Items
1. Library District Survey Results
Summary: The Santa Clara County Library District conducted a district-wide survey.
The results were presented at the December 2016 Library Commission Meeting.
Subsequently, the Commission agreed to schedule discussion of the results specific to
Saratoga Library at a future meeting.
Action: Receive and consider survey results.
Michael Eitner, Saratoga Community Librarian, provided an overview of the survey
findings and efforts currently underway to address some of the concerns identified in the
survey.
Vice Chair Burley suggested tracking program attendance numbers to monitor their
appeal.
Commissioner Barmeier requested information about peak use hours of rooms and
wondered if the Community Room or Orchard Room could be made available for groups.
Vice Chair Burley suggested patrons looking for quiet space may not be aware of the
quiet reading room.
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Commissioner Hoffman suggested giving program participants a survey to provide
feedback on programming.
Commissioner Barmeier noted that many people who do not have a library card may not
be aware of all the services available through the Library.
Commissioner Hoffman suggested sending a press release to the Saratoga News with
information about the services available at the Library or writing a guest column
periodically about what is happening at the Library.
Commissioner Krishnamurthy noted that even existing Library patrons may not be fully
aware of the available services and outreach to card holders may also be helpful.
Vice Chair Burley suggested an informational flyer in the lobby to help bring awareness
to existing patrons.
2. Community News & Trends
Summary: Share news and trends within the community.
Vice Chair Burley provided an update on the Thinking Money exhibit collaboration with
West Valley College and shared that the Committee’s next step will be to discuss
potential collaboration opportunities for the fall or next spring.
Commissioner Barmeier recalled ideas raised at past meetings about collaborative
programing on the August solar eclipse.
Vice Chair Burley also noted past discussions about a collaborative robotics program.
She agreed to raise the programing ideas with the College to see if there is interest in
partnering.
Reports
1. Nancy Howe, Santa Clara County Librarian
Nancy Howe updated the Commission on the installation of new computers, the
District’s budget, a proposal to provide passport services at the District libraries, and the
new Bookmobile.
Commissioner Barmeier inquired about the collaboration between the County Library
District and Second Harvest Foodbank using the Bookmobile to give children food and
access to books over the summer.
Nancy Howe suggested that she could invite the staff member who worked on the effort
to a future meeting to describe the collaboration.
2. Michael Eitner, Saratoga Community Librarian
Michael Eitner reported that there is an increase in circulation of children’s materials,
the outcome of the Thinking Money exhibit, and upcoming events.
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3. Lisa Finley, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
Lisa Finley shared that the Friends made a donation for wayfinding within the Library
and provided information about upcoming Friends events.
4. Claire Campodonico, Library Commission Chair
No report.
5. Crystal Bothelio, City of Saratoga
Crystal Bothelio provided an update on City activities, including the website redesign,
Commission Recognition Dinner, Living Room Conversations, the formation of the
Public Safety Task Force, Silicon Valley Clean Energy, Arbor Day, and the resignation of
Claire Campodonico from the Library Commission.
Agenda Items for Next Meeting – June 27, 2017
- West Valley College Collaboration & Next Steps
- Library Commission Support for Library Goals
Adjournment
Vice Chair Burley adjourned the meeting at 8:41 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted:
Crystal Bothelio, City Clerk/Asst. to the City Manager
City of Saratoga
June 2017
Commission Report
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Summer Reading
Reading by Design, the 2017 summer reading and learning program, kicked off June 1 st at all
SCCLD libraries.
Promoting the love of reading, creativity and scientific discovery, Reading by Design encourages
everyone to discover their creative side as they incorporate reading into their lives. Reading is
succeeding for all ages, and most especially for young people who need to keep reading skills
sharp. Research shows that by reading at least 5 books, students can avoid the learning loss
known as the “summer slide” and start school in the fall ready to learn.
Sign up online or at the library for Reading by Design, then complete new activities and read 5
books. Adults and Teens get a tote for signing up, and kids who read at least 5 books this
summer receive a free museum pass to either the Discovery Museum (ages 1-9) or The Tech
Museum (ages 10-12) and a book prize! Libraries will also feature bi-weekly drawings for cool
prizes like movie tickets or treat coupons.
SCCLD is partnering with VTA as well so look out for the summer message at VTA stations and
on vehicles. In 2016, almost 24,000 adults, teens and kid s participated in summer reading – a
25% increase over the last year. Reading by Design offers hundreds of events throughout the
county to engage even more of our residents in summer reading success.
Lunch at the Library
This summer SCCLD will be hosting Lunch at the Library programs in 3 locations in South County
to serve the children in our county when they need it most. Summer is a time when many
supports are missing for youth. Without the academics, free lunch and opportunities to play
outside that students get throughout the school year, many of our youth lose important skills.
SCCLD libraries want to support children and their families is a safe and positive environment.
This year, in addition to our excellent summer reading program Reading by Design that
promotes reading and literacy for all ages, Gilroy and Morgan Hill Libraries and our Bookmobile
service in collaboration with the San Martin Lion’s Club will have Lunch at the Library programs
all summer. SCCLD is partnering with YMCA to provide a free lunch and educational activities
for children ages 0-18. These positive differences in children’s summer learning experiences
during their elementary school years can ultimately impact whether they earn a high school
diploma and continue to college.
SCCLD Bookmobile in partnership with the San Martin Lion’s Club
San Martin Lion’s Club 12415 Murphy Avenue, San Martin
Tuesdays and Thursdays June 20 – August 10, 2017 10:30am – 12:30pm
Morgan Hill Library
Monday through Saturday June 12 - August 16, 2017 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Gilroy Library
Monday through Friday June 19 – July 28, 2017 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Leading with Technology at Your Library
In March 2017, SCCLD’s eight libraries began installing 500 new computers, replacing slower,
less powerful full-service and catalog computers. Featuring faster processors, larger screens
and equipped with Blu-ray disc players, the new computer systems offer some of the most
popular software available and provide three different browsers instead of one.
With this massive computer upgrade, the Library created a superior user experience worthy of
Silicon Valley. We provide a state-of-the-art experience for students who rely on free library
computer sessions as well as to engineers who don’t have home access to such a variety of
software.
Applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Animate
(for creative design) are among the more than 20 new software packages now available.
Patrons can also utilize Microsoft Visual Studio (for programming), WinWay Resume Deluxe,
Ultimate Phonics (adult literacy educational lessons), and Camtasia (for creating online tutorials
and videos) for free. From photography projects, filmmaking, and software programming to
creating animations, designing websites and more, the opportunity to learn, build or develop
innovative creations has never been greater.
Three-hour free Adobe Photoshop training classes will be offered at all library locations. The
classes will be taught by Master Adobe Instructor Josh Samos who won his first photography
contest at age 11. He has been teaching photoshop for two decades. Online registration is
being offered through our website.
Charging Stations
For your convenience the Library now offers courtesy charging stations at each library location.
Keep your mobile devices charged at all time. A power strip and charging station all in one,
these charging stations feature six interchangeable retractable ca bles, two USB ports and two
international AC wall outlets. These universal multi-device charging station work with any
Apple, Android, Samsung, Blackberry and thousands of other devices.
May 2017
Commission Report
Nancy Howe, County Librarian
Reading by Design 2017
Get ready to be
inspired! The 2017
SCCLD Summer
Reading program
Reading by Design
kicks off June 1st.
There is something
for everyone with programs and resources at the library that explore the creativity of everyone
who makes our world a more interesting, livable, accessible, and beautiful place.
Reading is succeeding in so many ways - students who read over the summer keep skills sharp
while teens can find greater understanding and adults develop critical thinking skills and
enhanced vocabulary. Reading by Design challenges everyone to read at least 5 books this
summer. Adults and teens get a free tote for signing up and kids earn a free museum pass.
This summer SCCLD will also be using PLA outcome surveys at several of our events to learn
more about how the community benefits from programs at the library. The Public Library
Association has developed key points and questions to help identify what is working best for
our patrons.
SCCLD is partnering with VTA, The Tech Museum and The Children’s Discovery Museum. Stay
tuned for more information on all the exciting events happening this summer at the library.
Market Segmentation: Library Outreach
The Library District wants to see every life in your community transformed by learning and
culture through the power of the library. To reach persons not currently benefitting from library
service, the Library District completed a market segmentation study in 2016 to develop a
deeper understanding about who we serve and what they value.
Based on what we have learned, the Library has developed outreach plans that we hope will
increase the library’s relevance and value. Part of these plans will be a renewed focus on
outreach service where we hope to connect with non-library users and let them know about
what library service matches their needs. Our Service Plans, which will be presented to
commissions in May and June will aim to reach new audiences.
Mobile Circ
In order to facilitate outreach efforts, each library has received two mobile circ kits that include
an iPad, Bluetooth scanner, and Bluetooth printer. The iPad has a library app that allows staff
to quickly and easily issue library cards and check out library materials outside the library
walls. Hopefully, you’ll see your local library staff out and about at events in your community
equipped with their mobile circ kits.
Virtual Reality Experience Project at Morgan Hill Library
We’re pleased to announce that we were awarded the Virtual Reality Experience Project grant
made available by the California State Library with the support of Facebook/Oculus.
We will pilot this innovative project at Morgan Hill Library before rolling it out to the remaining
library locations within our district. This project will provide patrons that are not familiar with
this new immersive technology a chance to get first-hand experience with virtual reality and
related educational programs.
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SARATOGA LIBRARY REPORT
May 2017
Mike Eitner, Community Librarian
STATISTICS
March 2016 March 2017 April 2016 April 2017
Total Circulation 90,905 93,011 92,387 92,328
Adult/Teen Circulation 48,917 48,293 49,470 47,880
Children’s Circulation 41,988 44,718 42,917 44,448
Use of E-Book Collection
(OverDrive Vendor) 2,401 2,228 2,399
Use of Downloadable Audio
Books (OverDrive Vendor) 1,122 873 1,232
Total Number of Programs 87 77 73 62
Programs Total Attendance 2,342 2,902 2,099 2,415
New Library Cards Issued 261 213 239 198
Gate Count: Library Use 35,394 36,814 35,051 33,770
Outreach Events 4 3 5 2
Outreach Total Attendance 141 376 298 139
Volunteer Hours 1,378 1,458 1,516 1,503
SUMMER READING
June 1-July 31, 2017
Summer Reading begins June 1, 2017, and is for all ages. Participants are encouraged to register online
at www.sccl.org, but may also register at the library. After registering, patrons are encouraged to visit
Saratoga Library to receive a prize for participating. There will also be periodic raffles throughout the
summer.
Saratoga Library will offer a variety of programs during Summer Reading. A complete list of program
will be available online. Below are selected programs from June.
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Children’s Programs
The Puppet Company presents: Puff the Magic Dragon, Tuesday, June 13, 7:30 p.m.
This popular puppet company presents the magical story of Puff the Magic Dragon. All ages welcome.
The event will take place in the Community Room.
Onye Onyemaechi, Wednesday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.
Onye will present an upbeat, active African Drum program that encourages audience participation.
Grades K – 6.
The Happy Bright Kids present: The Three Little Engineers, Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.
A fun puppet show based on the Three Little Pigs but incorporating the 2017 Summer Reading theme.
Ages 2 – 6. Grown-ups and older kids welcome as well.
Music Without Borders, Wednesday, June 21, 2:30 p.m.
Juan Sanchez incorporates both music and storytelling in an audience participatory event with a Latin
American flare. Grades K – 6.
Dreamhouses, Wednesday, June 28, 2:30 p.m.
Children, grades K – 6, are invited to come decorate large cardboard houses and individual small
cardboard homes.
Teen Programs
Teen Lock In, Friday, June 9, 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
To kick off the 2017 teen summer reading club, join us for an after-hours party in the library!
There will be games, karaoke, a scavenger hunt and more. Lots of snacks and food too.
Available for ages 12—17, no adults allowed. Advanced registration at the reference desk is required
and space is very limited.
Summer Movie Screening, Monday, June 12, 6 p.m.
Join us for a fun movie evening. We will be watching “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.”
Popcorn provided. This movie is rated PG13, teens age 13-18 only.
Paint Nite (During the Day!) for Teens, Saturday, June 24, 2 p.m.
Come paint a summer scene at our paint nite event just for teens. All supplies will be provided. Spots
are limited and registration is required. There will be light refreshments.
Adult Programs
Better Sleep Habits, Better Engagement, Better Aging with Dr. Mehrdad Ayati, Friday, June 9, 10:30
a.m.
Summer of Love, Friday, June 30, 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a flashback to the Summer of Love. The year was 1967 and more than 100,000 young people
from all across America made their way to San Francisco in search of freedom, enlightenment and
social change. Docent Dr. Jim Kohn will highlight the current exhibit (through August 20) at the
deYoung Museum.
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SPOTLIGHT ON ADDITIONAL JUNE PROGRAMS
Teens
College Essay Workshop with UC Focus, Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.
Applying to College? A great college essay communicates all the necessary information about you as a
person. Learn what colleges are looking for and get help writing the essays that best showcase you.
Under the supervision of an essay specialist, students will learn what should and should not go in the
essay, study a sample essay, brainstorm potential topics and find their unique writing voice for their UC
Application. Seating is limited. Please register for this event.
CoderDojo Coding Club, Sunday, June 18, 1:30 p.m.
CoderDojo Silicon Valley @ Saratoga Library is part of the CoderDojo global collaboration providing
free and open learning environments to students. Events are open to students from 11 - 17 years of
age. Bring your own laptop or borrow one from the library. Seating is limited, so please register. No
walk-ins.
Adults
Trivia Contest, Saturday, June 10, 3:00 p.m.
Gather your friends and join us for a trivia contest every second Saturday of the month at the Saratoga
Library. Teams of 3 or more people will answer questions about famous and maybe not so famous
facts and figures. Teams are registered or assembled at the event and spectators are welcome. For
more information and rules call the adult reference desk or visit www.sccl.org/saratoga.
For additional details about events, click on “Events” at www.sccl.org.
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PHOTOS FROM RECENT PROGRAMS
Thank you Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
for generously funding library programs and events!
Thinking Money: Piggy Bank Decorating
Teen Earth Day Program: Containers from Plastic Bottles
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Thinking Money: Seek and Find
OUTREACH
Saratoga Library staff attended two outreach events, including the State of the City. At these
events, Saratoga Library reached 139 people.
NEWSLETTER
Subscribe to the Library Newsletter: http://www.sccl.org/About/Library-News/Newsletter
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SARATOGA LIBRARY REPORT
June 2017
Mike Eitner, Community Librarian
STATISTICS
April 2016 April 2017 May 2016 May 2017
Total Circulation 92,387 92,328 92,414 85,554
Adult/Teen Circulation 49,470 47,880 49,434 45,411
Children’s Circulation 42,917 44,448 42,980 40,143
Use of E-Book Collection
(OverDrive Vendor) 2,228 2,399 2,273 2,394
Use of Downloadable Audio
Books (OverDrive Vendor) 873 1,232 855 1,181
Total Number of Programs 73 62 78 75
Programs Total Attendance 2,099 2,415 2,594 2,514
New Library Cards Issued 239 198 241 178
Gate Count: Library Use 35,051 33,770 34,860 34,546
Outreach Events 5 2 38 7
Outreach Total Attendance 298 139 2,238 1,676
Volunteer Hours 1,516 1,503 1,445 1,530
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
Saratoga Library volunteers logged 17,541 hours in 2016. To put that number in perspective, there are
8,760 hours in a year. To honor the men and women who contributed to this truly remarkable total,
the Saratoga Library hosted a volunteer appreciation luncheon on May 22, 2017.
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SUMMER READING CLUB
Continues through July 31, 2017
Summer Reading ends July 31, 2017, and is for all ages. Participants are encouraged to register online
at www.sccl.org, but may also register at the library. There will also be periodic raffles throughout the
summer.
Children’s Programs
Free Building Fun!, Wednesday July 5, 2:30 p.m.
Children, grades K — 6, are invited to come construct a bridge, a house, a stadium, and a rocket with
paper tubes. Also, see the water jug igloo!
The Happy Birds, Saturday, July 8, 11:00 a.m.
Macaws perform their very amusing act, which includes riding a mini bicycle.
Wildlife Associates Present: Creepy, Crawly Critters, Wednesday, July 12, 2:30 p.m.
Several live critters will visit the library including an alligator, lizard, snake, and tarantula.
Ventriloquist Steve Chaney and Cornelius Crow, Wednesday, July 26, 2:30 p.m.
Join in the laughs with Steve and Cornelius. Plus learn all about ventriloquism!
Do it Yourself Toys, Wednesday, July 26, 2:30 p.m.
Children, grades K-6, are invited to come and make a paper plate pinball game and other toys.
Teen Programs
Introduction to Java Workshop for Teens, Friday July 14 and July 21, 3:30 p.m.
In this 2 week workshop, learn the basics of Java programming: develop, compile and run simple
programs. This workshop is taught by DeAnza College Faculty Member Lalitha Krishnamurthy.
Space is limited to 20 participants: sign up at the library. Ages 14-18 only. Bring your own laptop or use
a library laptop in class. The workshop has a 2-week curriculum, you need to attend both sessions.
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Adult Programs
Work-Life Balance: Life Style Tips for High Performers, Saturday, July 15, 3:00 p.m.
Vidyangi Patel, author of Vertical Living: Find Your Inner Guru, Be a High Performer with Purpose, will
give you simple techniques to achieve work-life balance, and increase personal power and self-
confidence.
Literary Soiree: From Blog to Book One Sip at a Time; a Self-Publishing Journey, Monday, July 17,
7:00 p.m.
Finance executive Keith VanSickle and his wife now split their time between Silicon Valley and
Provence. His witty observations on life in France started as a blog but are now collected in One Sip at
a Time: Learning to Live in Provence. Keith will share the process of publishing and marketing his
memoir.
Rightsizing for the Right Life, Friday, July 28, 11:00 a.m.
Are you surrounded by stuff and wish you could streamline but don't know how to begin? Cindy Hofen,
CEO of Managing Moves & More, a member of Senior Move Managers will offer practical tips and
advice to start rightsizing.
Home Organization 101, Saturday, July 29, 3:00 p.m.
Overview of basic principles of organization and how to apply them in the home. Learn what it means
to be organized, go through a step-by-step process for tracking an organization project and discuss tips
to dealing with procrastination.
SPOTLIGHT ON ADDITIONAL JULY PROGRAMS
Teens
CoderDojo Coding Club, Sunday, July 16, 1:30 p.m.
CoderDojo Silicon Valley @ Saratoga Library is part of the CoderDojo global collaboration providing
free and open learning environments to students. Events are open to students from 11 - 17 years of
age. Bring your own laptop or borrow one from the library. Seating is limited, so please register. No
walk-ins.
Adults
English Conversation Club, Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, and 27, 11:00 a.m.
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.
For additional details about events, click on “Events” at www.sccl.org.
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PHOTOS FROM RECENT PROGRAMS
Pinwheels
Colorful Native Plants
Make Your Own Sock Puppet
Thank you Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for generously funding library programs and events!
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OUTREACH
Saratoga Library staff attended numerous outreach events during May. Staff book talked titles
for the students at Redwood Middle School. Additionally, they presented information about the
Summer Reading Club to children at Argonaut, Blue Hills, Foothill, and Saratoga Elementary
Schools. Finally, Saratoga Library staff visited the Saratoga Farmers’ Market at West Valley
College.
NEWSLETTER
Subscribe to the Library Newsletter: http://www.sccl.org/About/Library-News/Newsletter
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Saratoga Action Items Program Next Steps
Pilot student ID cards as
library cards
Provide library cards to school-age children in Saratoga in
collaboration with local school districts.
• Train circulation staff on the new library cards generated
for students in Saratoga elementary schools, Redwood
Middle School, and Saratoga High School
• Open and close surveys for Saratoga High School students
who want a library card
• Issue full cards to students when they come into the
library
Plan large-scale programs
emphasizing cultural
programs; author programs;
business and investing
Grand Tour: India
1. Dance
2. Music
3. Travel
4. Food
5. History
Planning Your Future
1. Gift Planning
2. Angel Investing
3. Becoming an Adult -- What Happens When I Turn 18?
4. Shark Tank for Kids
Saratoga Library’s World Fashion Celebration
1. Traditional Dress from Around the World Fashion Show
2. Ready to Wear: Try on Traditional Clothing from Around
the World
3. Quilting Using Traditional Patterns from Around the
World
4. Clothes Swap
5. Henna Tattoos
• Find community groups with which to partner for multi-
part program series
• Programs will occur on weekend afternoons or weekday
evenings during September and October 2017
• Annapurna Dandu will coordinate the food program; Betsy
White will coordinate the history, music and travel
programs; together, they will coordinate the dance
program with assistance from children’s staff
• Contact community members to secure presenters for this
programing series that will occur in October
• Lisa Liu will coordinate the Gift Planning and Angel
Investing programs
• Birgit Spring will coordinate the teen program
• Children’s staff will plan the Shark Tank event
• Events to occur in late October and early November, with
the fashion show occurring on November 4, 2017
• Ask Library Commissioners to identify people or groups
who might participate in the fashion show
• Children’s staff will coordinate the Ready to Wear aspect
of the programing series including whether to have it on
the same day as the fashion show
• Children’s staff will coordinate the library quilt program
• Lisa Liu and Betsy White will coordinate the clothes swap
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• Birgit Spring will coordinate the henna tattoo program
Focus children’s programing
on STEAM
STEAM Saturdays
Weekday STEAM Programing
Lego Club
Coding for Kids
Reading Buddies
• Starting in September, offer a large-scale STEAM focused
program on the fourth Saturday of the month
• The programs will be a combination of those offered by
outside performers and Saratoga staff created
• Starting in September, Saratoga staff will offer one STEAM
program per month during a weekday afternoon
• Beginning in September or October, initiate a Lego Club
• The club will meet two times per month on weekday
afternoons
• Purchase legos for all age groups
• Confer with other Community Libraries to determine best
practices
• Target start date is October
• Age range: 8-10 years old
• Discuss logistics with other Community Libraries
• Secure a qualified presenter for the ongoing program
• Target start date is October
• Down payment for program will be sent by the end of May
• A site visit then will occur, followed by a scheduling
discussion
Implement Chinese language
story times
Work with staff at other libraries who have the language skills
to offer Chinese language storytime.
• Implementation: Fall 2017
• Roster of staff members who can present in non-English
languages will be discussed at the May CSL meeting
• Saratoga staff will offer a program at the library of the staff
member who does the Chinese language storytime in
exchange
Senior-focused programing Brand and Develop Programing Series Mornings at Saratoga
• Weekday mornings have become a successful time to
reach Saratoga seniors
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• Building on this momentum, staff will continue to offer
senior-focused programs during this time period
• Better Sleep Habits, Better Engagement, Better Aging on
June 9
• Rightsizing for the Right Life on July 11
• Your Golden Years? Caregiving and the Longevity boom on
August 11
• Learn to Play Bridge: A Four Week Session to occur in
September or October
Computer training classes for
patrons
Provide a variety of training classes centered on the new
software on the public computers
• Schedule district-wide sessions in computer lab
• Explore expanding upon district-wide offerings by using in-
house expertise and outside presenters
Include Saratoga Library
information in welcome
packets realtors provide to
new homeowners
Contact new Saratoga residents soon after moving to the city • Develop one-sheet with library information for realtors to
include in their welcome packets
• Attend Rotary and other community groups to meet local
realtors and discuss including information about Saratoga
Library
• Confer with Library Commission about realtors with large
presence in Saratoga
Align program times with
patron preferences
Offer more programs during weekend afternoons, weekday
afternoons, and weekday evenings
• STEAM Saturdays, Coding for Kids, and the Lego Club will
align with patron preferences as expressed in the survey
• Continue to offer additional afternoon programs for
school-age children
• World Fashion Celebration, most of the Grand Tour: India
and Planning Your Future will align with patron
preferences
• Maintain weekday mornings for senior-focused
programming as strong attendance by this group during
morning events indicates it is an ideal time to reach them
Include Saratoga Library
events on community
calendars and bulletin boards
Reach more residents by including library programs and
events in community calendars
• Expand Community Loop project by creating non-expiring
library information to be displayed on the televisions at
the Chamber of Commerce, Saratoga Area Senior
Coordinating Council, and the City of Saratoga
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• Work with Library Commissioners to identify community
calendars and bulletin boards where programs and general
information should be posted
• Continue to post information on Nextdoor
Friends report for the June 27, 2017 Library Commission meeting:
1. The Board approved a $60,000 grant request from the Saratoga Library for an electric Pop-Up library
vehicle that will enable interaction with the community at local events and sites. Hundreds of library
materials and supplies can be conveyed on the vehicle, and library card applications can also be
processed. The Friends are excited about the outreach opportunities the vehicle can provide.
2. Hakone Gardens will hold a ceremony in June and reveal the contents of a 25-year-old time capsule
containing documents submitted by numerous Saratoga organizations, including the Friends.
3. Friends book store celebrations in May were very successful. Thank you to all who attended and
supported the events. In particular, Saratoga Elementary and Village Preschool field trips to the BGR
were very well-received, and we may expand this program.
4. The annual general meeting of the Friends will take place on June 28th, and the 2017-2018 board of
directors will be elected at that time. Alice Patrick is slated to become Friends president effective
July 1st, vote pending.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Finley
CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To: Library Commission
From: Crystal Bothelio, City Clerk/Assistant to the City Manager
Date: June 27, 2017
Subject: Commission Report
Silicon Valley Clean Energy
In April 2017, energy customers in Saratoga started enrolling in Silicon Valley Clean Energy
(SVCE). Through SVCE, energy customers will have the option to buy energy that is 100% carbon
free. Additionally, customers can select between energy sourced from 50% renewable energy
and 100% renewable energy. Enrollment in Saratoga will be complete in July 2017.
SVCE is a non-profit public agency that works in partnership with PG&E. SVCE buys clean
electricity direct from the source – encouraging the kind of market growth and competition
that results in more renewable energy sources and lower energy generation rates. PG&E
delivers the electricity over existing power
lines, and continues to maintain the lines and
provide customer service as they always
have. Bills will continue to come from PG&E,
with SVCE generation charges replacing
those from PG&E.
For more information:
https://www.svcleanenergy.org/
Electric Vehicle Fast Charge Station at
Saratoga Library
On June 22, the City held a ribbon cutting for
the new electric vehicle fast charge station at
Saratoga Library. The new station will charge
properly equipped vehicles in 30 minutes.
Saratoga’s July 4th Celebration
Celebrate the Fourth of July at Kevin Moran
Park from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with a parade,
patriotic tunes, historical characters, activities,
and free popsicles and flags! For more
information, visit www.saratogajuly4.com.
Parks Make Life Better Month
July is Parks Make Life Better Month! In
celebration, the City will share photos of
residents enjoying Saratoga’s many parks and
their amenities on its social media channels
throughout the month of July. For your chance
to be featured, email a photo of you, your
family, or friends in one of Saratoga’s parks to
Lauren Pettipiece at lpettipiece@saratoga.ca.us.
Spring/Summer Saratogan
Saratoga is in a green routine! Read about
Saratoga’s efforts to be environmentally-
friendly in The Saratogan. Sign up now to have this issue, and future City newsletters, emailed
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Saratoga Summer Movie Nights
On June 16, the City held its first free Movie
night of the summer. Events are scheduled the
third Friday of June, July, and August at El
Quito Park. In July, The Secret Life of Pets will
be shown.