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"In many ways, September feels like the busiest time of the year: The kids go back to school, work piles up after the summer's dog days, and Thanksgiving is suddenly upon us."
–Brene Brown
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September marks a shift in energy at the library. With the start of a new academic year:
- students are coming in to get library cards and materials for school assignments
- families with young children and home schooled children are enjoying the resources available during school hours
- and many others are stopping in to read, study, and use the computers or WiFi in an air-conditioned environment.
Another shift in energy are new "rush hours" here at the library based on the school schedule. Friday afternoons are especially busy as families stock up on books, movies, games, and more for the weekend.
There are many other library users whom we never see–those patrons who prefer to read, listen, and watch, using the online library resources on their personal devices. We are happy to announce that we have added the Libby digital library to our collection! Even if you use the Libby app with another library, you can easily add the Loomis Library to your account and expand the eResources available to you.
We will continue to offer the Hoopla digital library so you can enjoy the best of all online resources with a vast collection of materials to choose from. With limited shelf space inside the library, the digital libraries expand our walls well beyond our physical limitations.
And of course, The library isn't just about books and other materials. True to our mission of being a "community learning center" we are rolling out the Fall Semester of programs and events. Please see the Events listings below to learn what's happening in September.
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Whatever drives your learning needs, your curiosity or your desire for entertainment–let us help you get everything you want from the library! Wishing you a productive and promising start to the fall season!
~Sarah Comstock
Library Director
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Libby and Hoopla Digital Library
Information and Account Set-up
Thursday, September 8, 10:30 - 11:30 am
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Thursday, September 22, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Instantly read, listen, and watch, all of your favorite eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies by accessing our 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.
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Sat. September 10th
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Sat. September 24th
Dust off your ukulele and join us for an hour of strumming together. We will 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.
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Sat. September17
10:30 am-12 pm
We will learn basic origami folds making easy and fun projects. This month we will make the classic origami crane!
All materials are provided and this event is FREE. Just bring your curiosity and willingness to follow directions!
Ages 6-106
Space is limited and reservations are required.
Please call (916) 824-2905 to reserve your place.
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Tuesday, September 13, 6-6:45 pm
The Greek style of cooking reflects Mediterranean and Balkan influences and emphasizes the country’s outstanding local ingredients and fresh herbs. We will celebrate Greek culture, Greek cuisine, and spotlight Greek oregano as the guest of honor. Reservations are required. Please join us!
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What is Spice Club?
Each month, we explore a different region of the world through the lens of spices–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!
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Saturday, Sep 17, 10:30 - 11:30 am
From blah to beautiful...Learn the best way to get rid of your high maintenance lawn and create a pollinator paradise! Save water too!
This is an in-person FREE presentation and registration is not required.
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TEEN Mad About Manga Club |
Tuesday, September 20
4:30-5:30 pm
Come and share your passion for Manga 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 13-18
Please RSVP to reserve you place. 916-824-2905
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Wednesday, Sep 21 - Wed, Dec 14, 3:30-4:45
What is Girls Who Code?
Girls Who Code is a non-profit organization on a mission to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. The club values diversity, equity, and inclusion, as essential to its mission. The curriculum fosters bravery, sisterhood, and activism, and teaches coding skills using SCRATCH programming language.
The Loomis Library Girls Who Code Club for grades 3-6 is
starting Wed, September 21, and will run through December 14, from 3:30-4:45 pm.
NOTE: We will not meet Oct. 5th, 26th, and Nov 23rd.
This club requires a weekly commitment and drop-in attendance is not available.
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Read to a Dog!
Saturday, Sep 24
10:30 -11:30 am
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Did you know children are less hesitant reading out loud to a dog than their peers?
At Read to a Dog, each child has the chance to read out loud to a friendly and quiet therapy dog from Lend a Heart, Lend a Hand Animal-Assisted Therapy Group.
Reservations are not required.
Drop-in OK.
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Preschool Storytime, Fridays 10:30 am | |
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Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30 am. We will meet outdoors under the oaks. Bring a blanket and 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.
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September Highlights on HOOPLA! | |
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?
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BingePass is the newest format on hoopla. It gives you unlimited access to collections of great online content for 7 days...all with just a single borrow!
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.
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Get the BEST of Both Worlds with Hoopla and
Libby Digital Libraries.
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September is Spanish Heritage Month! | |
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September 20th is National Voter Registration Day.
National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday celebrating our democracy. First observed in 2012, it has quickly gained momentum ever since. Nearly 4.7 million voters have registered to vote on the holiday to date.
Celebrated every September, National Voter Registration Day involves volunteers and organizations from all over the country hitting the streets in a single day of coordinated field, technology and media efforts. National Voter Registration Day seeks to create broad awareness of voter registration opportunities to reach tens of thousands of voters who may not register otherwise.
According to U.S. Census data from 2020, as many as 1 in 4 eligible Americans are not registered to vote. Every year, millions of Americans find themselves unable to vote because they miss a registration deadline, don’t update their registration, or aren’t sure how to register. National Voter Registration Day wants to make sure everyone has the opportunity to vote.
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Free | Confidential | Multilingual
Available 24/7
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Connect to resources for housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and more. Your source for non-emergency disaster information.
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Dial 2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211 | TTY: 1-844-521-6697
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Text your zip code to 898211 (your plan's text rates will apply)
- Online 211Placer.org
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Challenge! | |
Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little ones! Log reading, earn badges, and unlock prizes along the way. Reading and storytelling with your child promotes brain development and imagination, teaches your child about language and emotions, and strengthens your relationship. Anytime is a good time for a book or story! Try to share at least one book or story each day.
Here’s how it works:
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Read to your child and log the books that you read. You can read anything you'd like, including books you have at home, from the library using curbside delivery, or that you find online. You can borrow eBooks and downloadable audio books from our Hoopla site too!
- Earn badges for reading and logging the books you read. Prizes will be awarded at every 100 book milestone up to 1,000.
- Prizes can be picked up within the library or by scheduling a curbside pickup by calling the library in advance!
Ready, set, take the challenge! If you have questions about the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge, please email us: collection@loomislibrary.org.
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Become a Member of the Friends of the Loomis Library! | |
Your Membership Contribution Supports Library Programs, Events, the Summer Reading Challenges, Book and Material Purchases, plus all the Little Extras that Mean so much!
Basic membership is only $15 a year or $25 for your whole family.
Higher levels are always welcome. All memberships are tax deductible per IRS 501(c)3 charitable rules.
Donations can be mailed to:
Friends of the Loomis Library
PO Box 610
Loomis, CA 95650
Thanks in advance! You are helping to support the library and our community for today and the future.
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Shop Amazon Smile and Support the Library - at no cost to you! | |
When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the exact same low prices, vast selection, and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization- That's US!
Simply go to: Smile Amazon and select Friends of the Library Loomis as your recipient and then shop as you normally would!
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