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Issue No. 15 May - June 2018www.camarillolibrary.org
Wonderful Wacky Wednesdays are Here Again! PAGE 8
Summer Reading Program Begins!May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month
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4 MEMBERS OF AMBROSIA PERFORM LIVE! 5 CAMARILLO BUSINESS EXPO
6 TEEN STORYTELLERS WANTED!
Summer Reading Program Begins!
Come visit the new Veterans Resource Center! Located off of the library lobby. Benefits Coaches are here to assist veterans and
RECURRING PROGRAMS
Basic Tech Help Saturdays, from 2 to 3pmNeed help with your device? Library staff will provide basic technology assistance. Held in the 2nd floor computer lab. Reservations required at the Reference Desk, or call (805) 388-5811 on the day of.
Camarillo Camera Club Wednesday, May 9 and June 13 from 6:30 - 8pm, Community RoomPhotographers of all ages and experiences meet to share their photos, ideas, and learn techniques. This club meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of every month.
Thursday Evening Book Club Meets in the Conference Room May 24 at 7pm: Elmer Gantry by Sinclair Lewis June 28 at 7pm: TBD
Tuesday Morning Book Club Meets in the Conference Room May 8 at 11am: An American Childhood by Annie Dillard June 12 at 11am: TBD
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Visit the Veterans Resource Center! Located in the library lobby. Benefits Coaches are here to assist veterans and their family members with getting connected to their benefits. For more information call 805-388-5884 or email: [email protected] Benefits Coaches hours:Tuesdays: 12-2pm Wednesdays: 10am-12pm and 2-4pm Thursdays: 6-8pm Fridays: 10am-12pm
*Times are subject to change
Adult Programs
Access the Library with our on-the-go AppGoogle Play.iTunes App Store
Support Our Friends They Support Us!
Be sure to stop by the Friends’ Bookstore; they’re open Monday through Saturday and have an amazing collection of lightly used books, DVDs and more for sale!
ADULTLITERACYCENTER
Camarillo Public Library
We are looking to connect adult reading learners with enthusiastic tutors! Free tutoring to English learners and native speaking adults aged 18 and up.Do you know a learner? Would you like to volunteer as a tutor? Walk-ins welcome:
Tues-Thurs from 5-6pm. Contact Peter: [email protected] or call (805) 388-5580.
ESL & Citizenship Classes Presented at the library by the Oxnard Adult School. Contact Jill: [email protected] or call (805) 383-5689 for details.
Camarillo Public Library |May - June 2018
Volunteer Information Night Tuesday, May 8 from 6:30pm, Conference RoomCurious about volunteering at the librar y? Come hear about the various volunteer opportunities we have for teens and adults. Contact us for more information or to RSVP at: [email protected] or call (805) 383-5583.
VISIT YOUR SEED LIBRARY Check out seeds at the seed library located near the self check-out station in the lobby. Open daily during library hours. Find us in the iTunes and GooglePlay App Stores. The app is free and you can check out seeds from our catalog! Would you like to volunteer at the Seed Library? For more info contact: SEED LENDING @ THE CAMARILLO LIBRARY or call (805) 388 -5580.
VCGS Technology Special Interest Group Wednesday, May 9 from 1 to 2pm, Tech Lab Meetings are open to the public. Contact Don Worth, [email protected], if you would like to join us. VCGS Mexican American Special Interest Group
Saturday, May 12 & June 9 from 10:30 to 11:30am, Tech Lab VCGS DNA Special Interest Group: Presentation “Ancestry DNA Tips & Tricks.” Saturday, May 19 from 10:30 to 11:30am, Community Room Learn how to maximize your matches at Ancestry DNA, presented by Don and Carley Worth. VCGS Free Lecture: “Ten Skills Every Genealogist Needs” - Nancy Loe Saturday, May 19 from 1 to 2:30pm, Community Room “Deep Web” research and information management techniques, presented by Nancy Loe. VCGS Free Workshop: “Using the New Find a Grave” Saturday, May 19 from 2:30 to 4pm, Community Room Learn how to use this online database of cemetery records, presented by Pam and Shannon. VCGS German Special Interest Group Wednesday, May 30 from 1 to 2pm, Tech Lab VCGS DNA Special Interest Group Saturday, June 16, from10:30 to 11:30am, Community Room VCGS Free Lecture: “Ships of Our Ancestors” Saturday, June 16, from1 to 2:30pm, Community Room Learn about Ellis Island recorded ship arrivals between 1880 and 1914, by Hal Bookbinder. VCGS Free Workshop: “Treasures of the VCGS Website” Saturday, June 16, from 2:30 to 4pm, Community Room Learn to use the VCGS website, presentation by Jim Knapp. VCGS Genealogy Computer Lab Workshop: Wednesdays, from 10:30 to 11:30am, Tech Lab
Ventura County Genealogical Society Series
Must See MoviesThursdays at 6:30pm (doors open at 6:15pm)
May 3Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle [PG-13] May 10 Wonder [PG] May17 Thor: Ragnarok [PG-13] May 24 The Post [PG-13]May 31 The Shape of Water [R] June 7 [No Movie] June 14 The Greatest Showman [PG] June 21 Phantom Thread [R] June 28 Hostiles [R]
All screenings start at 2pm in the Community Room.Librarian Bob, our resident film buff, will share interesting film facts, plus host a Q&A after the film.
Monday, May 7 North by Northwest (1959 - NR)
Monday, May 14 Strangers on a Train (1951 - NR)
Monday, May 21 Suspicion (1941 - NR)
Classic Movies with Librarian Bob presents: The Alfred Hitchcock Film Festival
All events are free and open to the public.
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Adult ProgramsCSUCI LECTURE SERIESTALKS AT THE LIBRARY
Meet the Author
CSUCI Lecture - CSUCI Computer Science Students to Defend Medal in NASA Robotics Competition - Kevin Scrivnor Monday, May 7, 6:30pm, Community Room This presentation discusses the CSUCI NASA Swarmathon Robotics team and their trip back to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida to defend their 2016 3rd place victory. The challenge is to collect as many objects as possible and return them to a centralized location using autonomous robots. Come to this talk to learn about the competition details, our approach, and the results of this experience.
Master Gardeners Lecture Wednesday, May 2 and 23, from 6 to 7:30pm, Community RoomLearn from the Master Gardeners of Ventura County: May 2: Starting a Vegetable Garden May 23: All About Seeds
Islands of Deception by Constance HoodSaturday, May 12, 2pm, Community Room Constance Hood brings us back to the time of World War II with impending war and darkness. Constance found a sheaf of papers of her father’s Counter Intelligence Corps notes and found a battle for light and truth that she never knew was fought… until now.
Constance Hood
Asian Pacific Heritage Month
AMBROSIA: Burleigh Drummond and Mary Harris Saturday, June 23, 2 to 3:30pm, Community Room Enjoy a special opportunity to be upclose & personal with the husband & wife members of the five-time nominated multi-platinum selling
band AMBROSIA. Burleigh & Mary will share with you in words & music their California Dream of achieving great success as musicians & parents.
Moana [PG] (2016) Sunday, May 6, 3 to 5pm An adventurous teenager sails out on a daring mission to save her people.
During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demigod Maui, who guides her in her quest to become a master way-finder. Along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient quest of her ancestors and discovers the one thing she always sought: her own identity.
Island Mana Dancers Sunday, May 6, from 2 - 3pm, Community Room Island Mana Dancers are a group of Polynesian dancers who have performed for people all over the world sharing the cultures of Tahiti, Hawaii, New Zealand and Samoa. The creative director, Rika, has been dancing her entire life, and has worked on several cruise ships as a Polynesian Ambassador (teacher, dancer), and has toured with a group from Tahiti to France in a musical called “Le Sauvage Blanc.” She was a Costume Design and Dance Consultant for Disney’s movie, Moana, where she designed and made costumes and did some choreography for reference. Rika and her dancers will tell stories through song and dances of Polynesia to better educate the world about the oral traditions of the island people and their connections to the land and water.
May 2018 Maker Mondays Craft projects for Teens and Adults! Monday, May 14 and June 11 from 6:30 - 8pm Community Room
Join us every 2nd Monday for a new series of events! Crafty teens and adults can join us for a new craft each month! Try all those cool ideas you see on social media!
May 14: Hawaiian Leis Create your very own Hawaiian Lei.
June 11: Felties Create your own little friend for yourself or someone you love!
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SPECIAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE
RUSSELL FISCHER BUSINESS COLLECTION RFBC
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Decision-Making Mastery: How to Deliver Stunning Bottom-Line Results Wednesday, June 6 from 6 - 7pmIn this presentation Michael Veltri draws on his background as a battle-hardened business executive and decorated U.S. Marine veteran to teach CEOs and senior executives better decision-making skills that deliver stunning results. As a professional-level Japanese martial arts instructor, Veltri blends the fluid and flexible qualities of the martial arts with bleeding-edge business savvy to bring a completely fresh perspective on decision-making skills. Some of the strategies you’ll learn:• Master the 5 most powerful decision-making solutions that you’ve never heard of.• Build a culture that celebrates fresh thinking and embraces new decision-making ideas.• Implement better decision-making skills on a daily basis across all business activities and roles.Register online: bit.ly/decisionmastery
Brand Leadership in an Age of Disruption Tuesday, May 29 from 12 - 1pmBrand strategist Derrick Daye shares the requirements of building leading brands in today’s over-communicated, over-competitive marketplace. Attendees will learn how products and services leap ahead to become leading brands in their business categories as well as keys to accelerating growth through differentiation and emotional connection. Brands in all stages of development will benefit. Register online: bit.ly/rfbcbrand
The Power of Public Speaking Tuesday, June 26 from 6 - 8pmThere is not a more powerful way to build confidence than to practice speaking in public. Join us to learn the fundamentals of public speaking. This session will be facilitated by professional speakers from the National Speakers Association and Toastmasters International and will include demonstrations, education and some practice! Register online: bit.ly/speakpower
The 5 Critical Keys to Success Mastery Tuesday, May 8 from 6 - 7:30pmEach one of us has a question to ask ourselves, “Do I want to be who I am now, or who I’m capable of becoming?” In order to transform yourself into the person you’re capable of becoming, you have to master 5 Critical Keys. If you do that, if you’re willing to put in the time, work, and energy that are required, Rory will give you the roadmap, and you will be absolutely blown away by what you’re capable of accomplishing. Register online: bit.ly/5criticalkeysRory Peters
ALL RFBC EVENTS ARE
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
CAMARILLO BUSINESS EXPO Tuesday, June 19 from 4 - 6:30pmEnjoy an evening out and make great new business connections during the Camarillo Chamber of Commerce Annual Summer Business Expo. Local businesses will be showcasing their products and services, and restaurants will be sampling items off their menus. This event features food, a prize drawing and fun. FREE to attend, no registration required. After the expo, come inside to explore the many unique features of our library, including the Russell Fischer Business Collection on the second floor.
Derrick Daye
Michael Veltri
rfbusinesscollection@rfbcollection
Teen Storytime Workshop Saturday, June 2 from 10am to 12pm, Community Room Learn how to be an amazing
storyteller! In this workshop you’ll learn to create and present stories. You must attend this workshop in order to be a Summer storyteller.
Sign-up in person at the Children’s Desk or by calling 805-388-5755.
SAVE THE DATE: The Great Game is Coming!
Saturday, July 28 from 1 to 4pm Register July 1st at the
Children’s Desk!
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TEEN PROGRAMSYOUTH PROGRAMS
The library will be closed on Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day.
PJ’s & Pillow Pets StorytimeTuesdays at 7pm in the Pirate Ship
(runs May 8 - June 12) Our talented storytellers present stories, songs & crafts. Come wear your favorite PJ’s and join the fun!
PAWS for ReadingMondays and Wednesdays at 3:30pm in the Prirate Ship (runs May 8 - June 13)
Kids read stories to Fila and the rest of the PAWS for reading dogs, who enjoy listening. Sponsored by Sage Publications.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library
Origami and Mother’s Day Cards Saturday, May 12 from 1 to 3pm, Children’s Area To celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month we’ll learn origami, and then use your origami creations to create Mother’s Day cards!
Toddler Time Mondays at 10am in the Story Corner(runs May 7 - June 11) Join us for a special time of
stories and songs for your wiggly toddlers.
Preschool Storytime Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am
in the Pirate Ship (runs May 8- June 13) Our storytellers encourage preschoolers & their families to participate in
interactive stories and songs, followed by a quick craft project!
Guards of ReadingThursdays from 4 to 5pm Children’s Room (runs May 8 - June 14) Welcome kids ages 8-12 to our reading club. We’ll
read some books, do some crafts and let our imagination run wild.
Raspberry Event Saturday, May 5 from 11am to 12pm, Community Room (for tweens ages 8 -12) A Raspberry Pi is a computer, which can be used for anything from coding to video gaming.
The Raspberry Pi can be used and created by children as well as adults. Scratch, the primary programming language used with it, can be used to program interactive stories, animations, and even games.
Saturdays, May 19 and June 16
from 1 to 2:30pm, Conference Room Get a free book each month and come to discuss it the following month. Our meetings are fun, casual and not quiet!
Saturdays, May 19 and June 16 from 2:30 to
4:30pm, Conference Room
Teen Advisory Board plans, prepares, and runs special events. A great group that has fun while earning community service hours.
Special Storytimes with Visiting Storytellers Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, May 7, 8 & 9 at 10am, Pirate Ship
City officials and City staff will read their favorite books to preschoolers and their families. Monday, May 7Councilmember
and City staff member TBD.Tuesday, May 8Councilmember and City staff member TBD.Wednesday, May 9Councilmember and City staff member TBD.
Teen Volunteer Orientation Saturday, June 2 from 2 to 3pm, Community Room Teens receive training for summer volunteering in the library. Returning volunteers are welcome to attend, but are not required to do so. All teen summer volunteers will have access to the online schedule on June 8. For more information call 805-388-5755 or email: volunteer@camarillolibrary
2018 Summer Reading ProgramReading Takes You EVERYWHERE!
MondaysSummer Storytimes Mondays and Tuesdays, June 18 through August 21 10 - 11am in the Pirate Ship Our teen storytellers encourage particpation in stories, songs, and crafts!
Crazy Crafts Mondays June 18 through August 20 2 - 3pm in the Children’s Area
Create crafts of all kinds such as noise makers, bookmarks and more!
PAWS For Reading Mondays June 18 through August 20 2 - 3pm in the Pirate Ship Kids practice their reading skills
to gentle therapy dogs who love to listen.
From June 18 through August 31, children and teens are encouraged to sign up for our annual Summer Reading Program in the Children’s Area. Record the wonderful stories you read, listen to, download and share, earning prizes along the way!
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Comic Book Design for Beginners! Thursdays, July 12 through August 9 2 - 3pm in the Homework Center Come and learn how to make your very own mini comic from a local author.
Thursdays
WednesdaysWONDERFUL WACKY WEDNESDAYS!!! Wednesdays, June 20 through August 22 Two Showtimes: 10am and 2pm in the Community Room Join us for a variety of fun and wacky shows! (see back of newsletter for more details)
Guards of Reading Wednesdays, June 20 through August 22 3 to 4pm, Children’s Area Ages 8 - 12. Welcome to the
reading club. We do fun crafts and read fun books. If you love reading, come join us!
Esper A. Petersen Homework Center Mondays through Wednesdays from 3 to 6pm; Thursdays from 2 to 6pm.
(Runs until June 14 - closed for Summer Break) Students in K-8th grade can get help with homework and school projects from library staff and our volunteer Homework Coaches. For information call 805-383-5686.
SaturdaysRocketship Run and Crafts Saturday, July 14, 11am - 1pm in the Children’s Room Travel off to space with some fun crafts and out of this world obstacle course.
Family Karaoke Saturday, August 11, 10am - 12pm in the Community Room All are welcome for a fun time of singing along with your favorite songs.
TuesdaysPillow Pets & PJ’s Storytime Tuesdays June 19 through August 21 7pm in the Pirate Ship Our talented teen storytellers present stories, songs and crafts. Wear your favorite PJ’s and join the fun. Game Time Tuesdays Tuesdays June 19 through August 21 2 - 3pm in the Children’s Room Games galore will be available. We’ll have Minute-to-Win-It competitions, board games and supplies to create your own games!
Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles Tuesday, July 10 2 - 3pm in the Children’s Area Learn about bubbles, and play with them. Make GIANT bubbles -- even make a bubble wand to take home.
Bricks 4 Kidz Tuesdays, July 17 and August 7 2 - 3pm in the Community Room Let’s build a rocket or a motorized car with LEGO bricks! Come early, space is limited.
Please note that the Library will be closed on Monday, May 28
for Memorial Day.
Shawn McMaster June 27(Ages 6+) Our favorite magician returns with his wacky, silly show where you might learn a few tricks of the trade.
Sciencetellers: Wild WestJuly 11Howdy partner! Join us on a “Wild West” adventure with “The Legend of the Player Piano.” We will be using science to tell the story.
Flights of Fantasy July 25Come join our story theater in “From the Page to the Stage” where these two ladies will tell some fun folktales!
Musician Craig Newton August 15Come listen to “Craig Newton’s Musical Journey” with a variety of musical instruments.
California Joe July 18Come on a magical adventure with California Joe and his amazing tricks from around the world!
Annie Banannie August 8Join Annie Banannie for stories, balloons, and fun -oh my!
TWO SHOWTIMES! 10am and 2pm
in the Community RoomEvery Wednesday
June 20 through August 22
These wonderful progams are sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library
One World Rhythm June 20High energy program where EVERYONE makes music!
David Cousin August 22This five time world record juggler will amaze you! Come and find out what he will juggle this time!
Noteworthy Puppets “Kid Zorro: Bilingual Puppet Musical” August 1Come watch this amazing puppet show with Kid Zorro, a bilingual puppet!
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