"A champion is defined not by their wins but by how they can recover when they fall."

— Serena Williams

Librarian's Corner

May is a dynamic month as people take advantage of the comfortable temperatures and sunny days—before it gets too hot to be outside.

We experience fluctuations in patronage as people dash into the library to stock up on essentials, then rush from one event to another. There are frenzied moments of activity before and after library programs—followed by periods of relative quiet. And it is in those quiet moments that the staff and I feverishly work to finalize the plans for the Summer Reading Challenges.

This year, the theme is Find Your Voice, and we are ready to help you do just that! We have programs for adults, teens, kids, and toddlers, so the whole family can get in on the fun. Please mark your calendar and plan to join us for the Kickoff Party on June 17, 11 am-1 pm. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and is a highlight of the Summer Reading Program.

Inside the library—May is filled with endless possibilities!

Here's a brief summary of what's happening:

• "Color Celebrations" Watercolor Art Exhibit by Ralph Wilson
• Placer County Genealogy Society DNA workshop
• UC Master Gardeners of Placer County Presents: Spice it up! Growing Herbs
• Master Builders Challenge: Engineering Escapes
• Manga Club for Teens and Tweens
• Digital Library Information and Support
• Spice Club: Cooking with Fresh Herbs!
• Read-to-a-Dog
• Japanese Storytime
• Preschool Storytime

Please check out the Events section below for more details.

We've restocked our inventory of seeds! Please stop by and choose vegetable, herb or flower seeds for your summer garden. With the help of Tora Rocha, we have received a generous donation of flower and veggie seed packets from the Pollinator Posse organization. You can find these seeds in the "Flowers" and "Community Seed Donation" drawers of the seed library.

— your seed library volunteers,

Joanne, Juanita, and Peggy

May Events

"Color Celebration" Art Show

Wilson is active in the Sacramento Fine Arts Center and WASH (Watercolor Artists of Sacramento Horizons), the largest art association in the California’s Central Valley focused on water-based fine arts. He served as WASH program chair (2014-2018) and president (2019-2021).

“I really enjoy color,” says Dr. Wilson, “so when spring comes, I can’t help but try to capture the glories of the flowers emerging all around us.” 

Other watercolors by Dr. Wilson can be seen at Ralph Wilson Water Color

Hoopla/Libby Digital Library Info Hour

Thursday, May 11th, 10:30 - 12:00 pm

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 RSVP to reserve your place by calling (916) 824-2905.

Placer County Genealogical Society - DNA Workshop

Thursday, May 4th, 10 am - 12 pm

Ancestry workshops presented by the Placer County Genealogical Society.

Advanced registration required. Please contact DNAteacherZ@gmail for information and registration.

Master Builders Challenge:

Engineering Escapes

Saturday, May 20, 10:30 -11:30 am

HELP!

A LEGO person gets stuck at the bottom of a canyon. Can you devise a solution using LEGO bricks to get the person out of the canyon?

Engineering Goals:

• Learning to design a product to solve a specific problem.
• Learning that there is no one "correct" solution, but rather infinite ways to successfully solve the problem.

This is a family-friendly activity, so parents with children ages 4+ are welcome to join in the fun. All building materials will be supplied.

Please RSVP to reserve your place by calling (916) 824-2905.

Spice It Up! Growing Herbs

Saturday, May 13, 10:30-11:30 am

Consider spicing up your garden with fresh herbs! Culinary herbs make food taste fantastic, and there is no better way to spice up your garden, than to add a few herbs to your planting list. In this class, learn growing techniques for traditional favorites and a few unusual herbs that are fun,

fascinating plants to try on your herb gardening adventures.

This FREE workshop is offered by the UC Master Gardeners of Placer County.

Registration is preferred and Drop-in is OK. Please call 916-824-2905 to reserve your place.

Spice Club

Tuesday, May 23rd, 6-6:45 pm

With special guest, UC Master Gardener, Heidi Peacock-Morrow. Consider spicing up your meals with fresh herbs! Heidi will share her favorite herbs for cooking and answer questions about growing and harvesting herbs for home cooking. We will share recipes and sample some of her favorite herbs.

What is Spice Club?

Each month, we explore a different region of the world through the lens of spices, spice blends and ancient grains–learning how individual spices and ancient grains have shaped the culture and cuisine for the region.

We will provide recipes, edible samples and spice packets.

Spice up your learning and your life by joining the Spice Club!

Reservations are required and space is limited.

Please click the link below or call the library at (916) 824-2905.

If you love anime and manga books, then this club is for you!

Each month, we talk about our favorite manga books and learn about the latest trends in this genre. We play games, watch anime movies, make art, and definitely laugh a lot!

Join us and bring a friend - the more the merrier. Snacks are provided.

Ages 11-15



Please RSVP to reserve your place by calling (916) 824-2905.

Lend a Hand, Lend a Heart, Read to a Dog!

Saturday, May 27th, 10:30-11:30 am

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 don't make judgments if any mistakes are made. Bring a favorite book from home or select one from our collection and join us for an hour of reading fun!



Reservations are not required. Drop-In OK

Japanese Storytime with Malie-San

Wednesdays, 10:30 am

Please join our guest reader Malie-san for stories, songs, games, and fun! This session is aimed for children 2-5, and all are welcome. 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.

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！

Preschool Storytime, Fridays, 10:30 am

Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30 am.We sing, dance, recite fingerplays, and listen to stories! Stay after for craft and free playtime and time to talk with other parents, grandparents, and caregivers. 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.

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Don't have a card?

You can get one here.

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