“Appreciation is a wonderful thing. It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.” 

—Voltaire

Librarian's Corner

It's that time of year when we slow down the pace and make time for reflection. When I contemplate all that we have accomplished in this past year, what strikes me the most is the tremendous support that we have received—from the countless hours put in by our volunteers, the generous assistance from the Friends of the Library, the dedication and commitment to service from our staff, and the overwhelming appreciation from our community. It truly is time to give thanks to all of you for making our little library such a welcoming space.

What's New in November?

• Zip Books are here! Funding for this service is provided by the State of California. What are Zip Books? See below for details.



• You're invited to march with us in the Loomis Day Before Thanksgiving Parade! Show your support for our library by marching with us on November 23rd. Please call the library at 916-824-2905 for more details.

What are Zip Books? 

Books (print or audio) delivered to you free and directly from Amazon, which you return to the Loomis Library when you are done.

Wow, Sounds Cool. Who Sponsors This?

This is a grant program funded by the California State Library. 

What’s the Catch?

None! But this service is for books the library does not own, and there are some parameters:

• You must have a library card in good standing with the Loomis Library.
• You are limited to 1 Zip Book at a time.
• Titles must be available from Amazon Prime
• Print books must be valued under $50. Audio books and foreign language books can be valued up to $75. Large print books can also be ordered.
• Books should not be available at our library (no prepublication orders, brand new releases, or best sellers, please).
• Please do not order text books or work books meant to be written in.

How Do I Order Zip Books?

Come to the front desk and ask a staff member for a Zip Book request form.

You will receive an email when the book has been ordered and the library will receive notification when the book is delivered to you.

What Do I Do After My Zip Book is Delivered?

• Enjoy your book!
• After six weeks, return the book to the Loomis Library and hand it to staff please. Put the Amazon receipt in the book so we know it was a Zip Book (or put a note inside the book).

What Happens to the Book After I Return It?

If the book meets our Collection Development Criteria, we will put it in our collection. 

More Questions? 

Please call, email, or ask a staff member. We're happy to help!

916-824-2905 | collection@loomislibrary.org

Come and share your passion for Manga and anime, and help keep our library assistant, Chris, up to speed by sharing your favorite manga books or anime films. Chris will have the latest Manga editions on display and he will dive into aspects of Japanese culture–discussing how this genre is shaping contemporary literature. Manga related activities will be provided and refreshments are included!

Ages 11-15

Please RSVP to reserve you place. 916-824-2905

This month the Manga Club will be working on the banner for the parade!

Spice Club!

Tuesday, November 8th, 6-6:45 pm

It’s sometimes said that Argentinians see themselves not as part of Latin America, but as heirs of more European traditions. When it comes to cooking and food culture, this may certainly be true. Argentinian cooking is more strongly influenced by European cuisines than indigenous South American, as the country has held tight to the foodways of its original Spanish and Italian settlers.

This month, Argentinian chimichurri sauce is the star of the show with fresh, tangy, and delicious flavors, it's the perfect sauce to serve with seared steak tips or empanadas, to use as a marinade, or to liven up a vegetable dish.

Space is limited and reservations are required. 

Hoopla/Libby Digital Library Information Hour

Thursday, November 10th, 10:30 - 11:30 am

Instantly read, listen, and watch, all of your favorite eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies, using the Libby and Hoopla digital libraries. Supercharge your library card and access these resources 24/7 via Apple, Google Play, Roku, Amazon Prime, and Chromecast.

Come to our workshop and learn how to make the most of these free subscriptions. We will help you set up your accounts and guide you through the basic steps. You  will need to bring your phones and tablets and know your app store passwords to set up an account.

Please call the library to reserve your place at 916-824-2905. Drop-in OK.

The UC Master Gardeners of Placer County Presents

Soil Amendments: Friend or Foe?

Saturday, November 12th, 10:30 - 11:30 am

Are you confused about what to add and when to add it to your soil? This presentation will review organic fertilizers and the actions micro and macro nutrients have on your soil. Learn about soil testing and what it takes to have healthy soil. Fall is a great time to amend your soil.

Reservations are not required. Drop-in OK

Origami for Beginners

Sat. Nov 12th

10:30 am-12 pm

We will learn basic origami folds by making easy and fun projects. This month, we will make turkey table decorations!

All materials are provided and this event is FREE. Just bring your curiosity and willingness to follow directions!

Ages 6-106

Reservations are required.

Please call (916) 824-2905 to reserve your place. 

Ukulele Strum Along

Sat. Nov 12th

3:30-4:30 pm

Let's get together, learn new songs and teach each other what we know! We're hoping to get a solid core of ukulele enthusiasts who

will meet bi-weekly for music and merrymaking!

Ages Teen-Adult

Please call the library at

(916) 824-2905 to reserve your place! Drop-in OK.

Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, the Read-to-a-Dog program will be on the third Saturday of this month.

Why read to a dog?

• Reading to a dog builds confidence in emerging readers.
• Reading to a dog builds public speaking skills.
• Reading to a dog reduces stress.

And it's downright fun! Our furry friends love to hear stories and they are a non-judgmental audience. Bring a favorite book from home or select one from our collection and join us for an hour of reading fun!

Japanese Storytime with Mali-San

Wednesdays 10:30 am

All are welcome to join us! Japanese Storytime for ages 2-5 with our guest reader Malie. After the story, there will be time for children to craft and play.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to get yourself settled before the story starts.

If weather permits, the event will be held outside, so we recommend that you bundle up and bring your own blanket. We look forward to seeing you!

Reservations are not required. Drop-in OK.

ルーミス図書館にて日本語ストーリータイムが開催されます。

みなさんにお会い出来るのを楽しみにしています！

Malie-san leading a song in Japanese.

Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30 am. We will meet outdoors under the oaks. Bundle up and bring a blanket to enjoy stories, singing, movement, finger plays, and more. Please arrive 10-minutes early to get yourself settled before the story starts.

Browse the library after storytime and bring home a take-and-make craft kit to extend the fun at home.

Reservations are not required. Drop-in OK.

Let the library come to you 24/7 with a HOOPLA Digital account. Go to HooplaDigital.com and look for the Loomis Library. You will need a Loomis Library card to sign up for an account.

Don't have a card?

You can get one here.

Accessing great titles has never been easier. Take hoopla to the big screen with...

Hoopla Binge Pass. Unlimited streaming with a single borrow! You can browse hoopla BingePass just like you would browse audiobooks, eBooks, movies, etc. You'll find it with the "More" button in hoopla's bottom navigation on a mobile device. Watch the info video for more details.

Take advantage of Bonus Borrows in November! Access books, audiobooks, magazines, the Great Courses, Sci-fi and Fantasy, and more without using your patron borrows.

Get the BEST of Both Worlds with Hoopla and

Libby Digital Libraries. 

Watch the intro video to learn more about Libby. If you would like help setting up your account please attend the digital library information workshop on Nov. 10th or bring your phones and tablets to the library and ask a staff member for assistance.