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Pleasanton Public Library Newsletter - August 2023

Schools and Libraries

August 1, 2023

From: Pleasanton Public Library
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Featured Programs

SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2023

Thanks for a wonderful summer! We'd like your feedback! 

Click here to take the Summer Reading Program Survey

ART IN THE PARK

Drop in for art, games, and more!
Located at Kottinger Village ParkAugust 1 from 12-2 p.m.
For all ages
Click here for more Art in the Park Information
LITERACY NEW VOLUNTEER TRAINING AND ORIENATIONWednesday, August 23 from 5-8:30 p.m.Library Meeting RoomRegister for the Literacy New Volunteer Training and Orientation here

ADULT BOOKLIST

Check out this month's staff curated booklist:

Books for Your Beach Bag

CHILDREN'S BOOKLIST

Check out this month's staff curated booklist: 

Back to School for Kids

Honor Collection

If you stop by the Library's Young Adult area, you will discover a brand new collection of books known as our "Honor Collection."

This collection consists of books on various important and sensitive topics that can be borrowed and taken home without having to be checked out. These books are available now! 

Monthly Events Calendar

Click here to view the library calendar for all events this month

Newsletter Poll Results

Last month we asked is a hotdog a sandwich and this is what you said:

There was also a comment that stated, "Hot dogs are actually not food at all."

Check back every month for a new poll and to see how your response compares to the rest of the community!

Take this month's poll

Programs for Kids

FAMILY STORYTIMERhymes, songs, bounces, and books just right for the whole family!August 3 from 11-11:30 a.m.For ages 0-5 yearsClick here for more Family Storytime information

STEAM SATURDAYS

Drop-in, interactive stations for families.Saturday, August 26 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
For ages 6-10 years
Click here for more STEAM Saturdays information

Programs for Teens

TEEN BOOKLIST 

Check out this month's staff curated booklist:

Back to School and I'm Feeling...

Programs for Adults

VA MOBILE OUTREACH

Veterans can receive care and referrals Monday, August 28 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Click here to view more Veterans Assistance information

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS PASS PROGRAM
 
In partnership with First Partner’s Office and the California State Library, the Pleasanton Public Library now has four (4) State Parks passes in circulation! 

Click here for the State Parks Pass Program details

Digital Resources

THE ECONOMIST ON PRESSREADER

We’re excited to share that The Economist is now available on PressReader!

Library card holders also have unlimited access to thousands of newspapers and magazines in over 60 languages.

Click here to access PressReader

KANOPY

Watch movies, documentaries, TV series, and kids shows on Kanopy! Library card holders can use 10 credits (checkouts) per month.

Download Kanopy to your smart TV or mobile device!

Click here to access Kanopy

HOOPLA CHECKOUT INCREASE

Hoopla users will now be able to check out up to 10 items per month.

Access Hoopla on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. 

Click here to access Hoopla

LIBBY APP

Read and listen to digital titles from anywhere you and your personal device are located!
 
DIGITAL NAVIGATORS

This free program offers one-on-one help by phone to:

Find low-cost internet service and devices

Learn foundational computer skills

Find and use online resources to improve your life

Click here to contact a Digital Navigator