April 2014 Events at the Rancho Cordova Library

Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento

Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at (916) 264-2920 or visit www.saclibrary.org.

 

ADULT
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AARP DOES TAXES FOR SENIORS AND LOW INCOME AT RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Other dates:  4/2/2014, 4/8/2014, 4/9/2014
12:30 PM
AARP does free Income Tax Preparation for Seniors and Low Income Patrons. Must sign up for appointments by calling 211. Each person must bring last year's tax return, ID and social security cards for all members on the form and all documentation for current year tax preparation. Appontments are given for SENIORS (over 60 yr.) and LOW INCOME. Sponsored by AARP.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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HOMEWORK ZONE @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Other dates: Tuesdays  4/8/2014, 4/15/2014, 4/22/2014, 4/29/2014

3:30 PM
Drop-in homework help for school-age students is available on Tuesdays from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Volunteer homework coaches will be available to assist students in grades 1-8 with homework assignments.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
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READ TO A DOG @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
6:30 PM
Bring your own book or read one of ours to a furry pal from the Lend-a-Heart Association. A fun way to practice your reading! When the library is a Voting Polling place every June and November, the program will be held inside the library instead.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (0-5)
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STORYTIME WITH ALAN CANDEE @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, April 02, 2014
10:30 AM
Young children will enjoy singing and laughing with folk songs and original tunes.

Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
HOMEWORK ZONE @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, April 02, 2014
Other dates: Wednesdays 4/9/2014, 4/16/2014, 4/23/2014, 4/30/2014

3:30 PM
Drop-in homework help for school-age students is available on Wednesdays from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Volunteer homework coaches will be available to assist students in grades 1-8 with homework assignments.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
HOMEWORK ZONE @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 03, 2014
Other dates: Thursdays  4/10/2014, 4/17/2014, 4/24/2014

3:30 PM
Drop-in homework help for school-age students is available on Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Volunteer homework coaches will be available to assist students in grades 1-8 with homework assignments.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
KENDAMA @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 03, 2014
5:00 PM
Become a "dama" enthusiast! Learn new tricks, showcase your skills, and have fun with this popular Japanese skill toy! Bring your own kendama or use one of ours. Beginners are welcome! Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL - OASIS CONNECTIONS
Friday, April 04, 2014
9:30 AM
This course teaches Microsoft Excel 2010 basics. Learn how to use this popular spreadsheet such as creating a personal budget sheet, and keep track of your investments. You can also use Excel to follow loan repayments, create invoices and more. Prior experience with the computer is required. Class consists of three two-hour and 30 minute sessions. You must be willing to commit to ALL three sessions! Classes will start on Friday April 4 @ 9:30 a.m. Following classes are Friday April 11 @ 9:30 a.m., and Friday April 25 @ 9:30 a.m. Registration is required. This is an OASIS Connections class.

ADULT
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GARDEN CLUB OF RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, April 04, 2014
1:00 PM
Learn what you can be doing in your garden now, take an armchair garden tour, or share tips and information with other gardeners. Special guest gardeners at many of our meetings! We may plan field trips to gardens as well. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group.

ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION AT THE RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH (RECURRING)
Friday, April 04, 2014
4:00 PM
Learn to be a library Volunteer. Primarily, we need volunteers to shelve books. Thank you for thinking of the library.
Please note: NO MEETING JULY 5 2013, Library CLOSED.

ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
COFFEE, TEA AND CONVERSATION FOR SENIORS AT RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, April 05, 2014
10:00 AM
Share what your favorite books are, your favorite memories: let the conversation flow! Light refreshments will be served. First Saturday every month except July 5 2014, Furlough Day. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group.

ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
SAKURAMENTO ANIME SOCIETY @ RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH (RECURRING)
Sunday, April 06, 2014
Other dates: Sundays 4/13/2014, 4/20/2014, 4/27/2014

3:00 PM
Attend the Sakuramento Anime society weekly event and watch old and new Anime and Anime Music Videos (AMVs). Come play CCGs, practice your art skills and make AMVs. All adults welcome. NOT HELD Sunday March 23 2014 due to Maintenance Work Scheduled.

ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
SYSTEM FRIENDS RENEWAL MEMBERSHIP MAILINGS (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 08, 2014
10:00 AM
System Friends Renewal Membership Mailings.

ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
SOCIAL SECURITY: UNDERSTANDING YOUR BENEFITS
Tuesday, April 08, 2014
6:00 PM
Have questions regarding your Social Security benefits? Come to this seminar with your questions, and find out all about your benefits.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
KIDS' SNACKS PROGRAM @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 10, 2014
3:30 PM
The Junior League of Sacramento's After School Snack Program provides activities that promote the health and well-being of children and youth in our communities. This program provides students with a tasty nutritional boost and encourages participation in supervised snack preparation using local and seasonal produce. We provide activities that are safe, fun and filled with learning opportunities. Co-sponsored by Sacramento Public Library. Free program for school age children ages 6 - 12 years old.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
KIDS IN THE GARDEN: PLANT FLOWERS AND VEGETABLES@THE RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Friday, April 11, 2014
1:00 PM
Kids ages 6 to 16 are needed to plant new flowers and vegetables in the garden, do harvesting and some clean up! Come garden with us! We have trowels and glo

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
KIDS' FUN PROGRAM @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Saturday, April 12, 2014
1:30 PM
The Junior League of Sacramento's Kids' Fun Program focuses on building healthy lifestyles based on nutrition and fun activities. We will explore different fruits and vegetables by incorporating them into snacks, activities and games. Free program for children ages 6-12 years old.

BOOK CLUB
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RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY MYSTERY LOVERS BOOK CLUB (RECURRING)
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
3:00 PM
This library book club is for lovers of mysteries. We are a friendly, informal group that meets the third Tuesday of each month from 3 pm to 4:30 pm in our Community Room. Please join us for exciting discussions.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
KIDS' CHESS CLUB @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
4:00 PM
Here's a chance for school-age chess players of all skill levels to play against each other free. Beginning chess lessons provided. Challengers and visitors are welcome to gather around, watch and learn from games in progress. Come any time between 4 and 6 p.m., sign in and find out how much fun chess can be!

FAMILY/ALL AGES
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MAKE YOUR OWN BIRDFEEDER @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Thursday, April 17, 2014
4:00 PM
Let's celebrate Earth Day coming up on April 22nd! Join us in our Read & Feed Garden to make a simple bird feeder. All ages are welcome!  Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

ADULT
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RANCHO CORDOVA THIRD THURSDAYS WRITING GROUP AND LITERARY READINGS (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 17, 2014
6:00 PM
Rancho Cordova Library Adult Writing Group: If you are just starting to write, want feedback on your writing, or need a helpful push to write more, this group is for you! We will provide gentle advice in a supportive writing environment.



ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
CAPITOL CRIMES SISTERS IN CRIME @ RANCHO CORDOVA BRANCH LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Saturday, April 19, 2014
1:00 PM
Mystery authors and fans gather to hear speakers and read and discuss mystery books and the writing mysteries.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
SUNFLOWER POWER @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
4:00 PM
Why do plants produce seeds? In this action-packed California Food Literacy program, kids will learn how to remove sunflower seeds from the flower, create their own seed packet to take home, and discover how the seeds can also be turned into a spread called Sun Butter that's similar to peanut butter. For kids with nut allergies, this spread made from seeds is a safe alternative. We'll eat the homemade sun butter on graham crackers. We'll read Sunflower House. Program made possible by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

BOOK CLUB
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
FANTASY & SCIENCE FICTION TEEN BOOK GROUP (RECURRING)
Thursday, April 24, 2014
4:00 PM
Teens! Do you enjoy reading books about fantasy, ghosts, other galaxies, and life forms? Join our book discussion group once a month for fun talks about other worldly books that conjure the imagination.

ADULT
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
JOB SEARCHING ONLINE @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, April 25, 2014
10:00 AM
This free Oasis class will help you look for a job by using the Internet. Learn to search for jobs online and communicate with prospective employers. Register via our website, by calling 916-264-2920, or by visiting a library service desk. Class is held during closed hours, so please enter through the staff entrance.

FAMILY/ALL AGES
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
LEGO MANIA! @ RANCHO CORODVA LIBRARY (RECURRING)
Friday, April 25, 2014
3:30 PM
Build cool things with LEGOs - racers, space ships, bridges, inventions, whatever you choose. Our LEGOs, your creativity!

FAMILY/ALL AGES
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
FIESTA AT THE RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Saturday, April 26, 2014
2:30 PM
Come join a Mexican Fiesta in the Rancho Cordova Library! Fun for all ages. Sing Spanish songs, hear music, eat deliciious Mexican food, try some crafts and games.

SCHOOL AGE (6-12)
RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
ANCIENT TALES FROM INDIA @ RANCHO CORDOVA LIBRARY
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
4:00 PM
Let's celebrate Dia de los Ninos!
This program consists of stories from ancient India that include Panchatantra - stories with moral lessons. Use of Indian musical instruments enhance the stories.