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July at Sunnyvale Public Library

We hope you are enjoying your summer. Saturday is the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. All Sunnyvale City offices and facilities, including the Library, will be closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4. However, you'll find many of our City staff at the 4th of July Celebration in Downtown Sunnyvale. Remember: Fireworks are illegal in Sunnyvale. Protect yourself, your neighborhood pets and the environment by leaving the pyrotechnics to the professionals.

 

We're a third of the way through Summer Reading [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/reading-programs ]! Complete the reading challenge for your age group to enter our prize drawings.

 

Ready for another challenge? Commit to a Plastic Free July. Sign up for our Plastic Free July Challenge [ https://sunnyvale.beanstack.org/reader365 ] and complete activities to earn tickets toward prizes.

 

This month, we are also hosting a screening of "Looney Tunes" classics [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16536041 ], a tree walk around the Library [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16925221 ], a BioBlitz at Baylands Park [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16867564 ], and a Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library book sale [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/12014/74 ].

 

Finally, save the date for our Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center Grand Opening [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/12332/74 ]. The all-day grand opening celebration on Saturday, Aug. 29 will feature live performances, a maker lab showcase, crafts and giveaways. We hope to see you there!

 

Scroll down or visit our calendar [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] to view more programs happening in July.

 

See you soon,

"Your Librarians"

 

*P.S. The Library will be closed or have modified hours on the following days:*


* Thursday, July 2 - Early close at 6 p.m.
* Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4 - Closed for Independence Day Holiday





Celebrate the 4th of July in Downtown Sunnyvale!





Fourth of July America's 250th Anniversary

*Date:* Saturday, July 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
*Location:* Downtown Sunnyvale – Murphy Avenue

 

Join us for a fun-filled day with free activities:


* Enjoy amusement rides, including the 72 ft. Ferris wheel on Sunnyvale Avenue 
* Play carnival games and win toy prizes 
* Ride the 100 ft. Slide on McKinley Avenue 
* Watch performances at the Kids and Main Stages 
* View City fire trucks on display 
* Visit informational booths and pick up giveaways

Learn more about the 4th of July Festival [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/recreation-and-community/special-events/4th-of-july-festival ]






Plastic Free July





PlasticFreeJuly.org 2026 Join the Challenge

Plastic Free July® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution, so we can have cleaner streets, oceans and communities.

 

Join us at the Library by taking the pledge and participating in our own Plastic Free July Challenge. Discover simple, impactful activities to live more sustainably. Each step towards a plastic-free lifestyle earns you entries into our special prize drawing, where you have a chance to win eco-friendly prizes!

 

The Beanstack challenge consists of 20+ activity badges. Each badge reflects an individual step towards reducing plastic waste. Users acquire badges through completing activities and are awarded tickets to put toward their chosen prize(s). Users are not required to earn each individual activity badge in order to enter in the drawings.

 

Accept the challenge on Beanstack [ https://sunnyvale.beanstack.org/reader365 ] and discover sustainable alternatives that can become new habits forever!






Unearth a Story





Miniature dino library

Installation by Winnie Lam

Visit the Library lobby to see this year's Summer Reading-themed art installation by Winnie Lam. This excavation site reveals an underground society of dinosaurs at their favorite community hub—their local library! You can see dinosaurs reading and browsing books, lining up for an author signing, attending a cooking demo, watching a movie and enjoying other library activities.

 

Winnie Lam is a Sunnyvale artist and a member of the Board of Library Trustees. This is her fourth time creating Summer Reading art installations for the Library.

 

This year's Summer Reading theme is "Unearth a Story". Readers of all ages can read to earn prizes. Sign up on Beanstack [ https://sunnyvale.beanstack.com/reader365 ] to join the challenge. Summer Reading runs June 1 to August 31.

 

"Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library."






Friends of the Library Book Sale





Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library [ https://fotsvl.org/ ]

*Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.*

*Sunday, July 19, noon to 3 p.m.*

Library Program Room

 

The Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library's bi-monthly book sale will take place in our Program Room, to the right from the Library entrance. All sales help sponsor Library programs and promote literacy.

 

On Saturdays, Friends members enter an hour early at 9 a.m. Membership is $10 for individuals per year, or $200 for a lifetime membership. Membership fees are tax-deductible.

 

Sunday is the $5 Bag Sale. Buy a bag for $5 and fill it with what fits.

 

Visit the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fvmm0dj30.r.us-west-2.awstrack.me%2FL0%2Fhttps:%252F%252Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%252FCL0%252Fhttps:%25252F%25252F66mehcp7.r.us-west-2.awstrack.me%25252FL0%25252Fhttps:%2525252F%2525252Ffotsvl.org%2525252F%25252F1%25252F0101018f411dbfdf-0bab68cd-b204-45ce-be86-2292d3a798e0-000000%25252Frj1ZcAwh0pPBFpcVDmNwn179Qks=373%252F1%252F010101908e34271d-d415f72d-d0f4-4c37-a062-3fe26aff8533-000000%252FK5EgxVjbRr37QW9xV47caj22Er85ubTt3_xzlExSc1k=360%2F1%2F01010191c4f199f8-fba31d38-e81b-442a-9b35-52298eab92f0-000000%2FFwFrZff1h6GaqPtPNePguA5p-8s=391/1/0101019309501300-0ba91ded-51da-48c6-badf-0d61f39de80b-000000/EL_eIwMqmYkB_AopgPP9L7ND5TSOwlbVShFGTeb0WLs=378 ] for more information. Become a volunteer [ https://fotsvl.org/volunteer/ ] to help the Friends help us!







Upcoming Programs





*IN PERSON: Board Games!*

Sundays, July 5 & Aug. 2, 1 to 4 p.m.

Adult Fiction Room

 

Join us for drop-in, free play board games. Bring a group, or come alone and make new friends. We'll have strategy games, family friendly games and card games, including "Ticket to Ride", "Settlers of Catan", "Clue" and more. All games are first come, first served.

 

*IN PERSON: Mindfulness Practice*

Sunday, July 5, 2 to 3 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Join us for an hour of guided internal awareness practice to connect with our body, breath, thoughts, and emotions. The event is led by Dr. Lee, a practitioner of Chinese medicine at South Bay Internal Healing. Adults only. Registration is not required.

 

*ONLINE: The Problem with Plastic with Susan Keefe*

Monday, July 6, 6 to 7 p.m.

 

Join us for a conversation with Susan Keefe, Beyond Plastics' Southern California Director, on the new book, "The Problem with Plastic" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C2210785 ]. We'll discuss the paradox of this material, first celebrated for its innovations and now recognized for its devastating environmental and public health impacts; further highlighting the pervasive presence of microplastics in the environment and the human body, challenging the belief that recycling can solve the crisis. This program will take place over Zoom. Registration is required.

 

Register for The Problem with Plastic with Susan Keefe [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16620513 ]

 

*ONLINE: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are*

Tuesday, July 7, 11 a.m. to noon

 

How do the experiences of our ancestors influence our thoughts and behaviors today? In his award-winning book, "It Didn’t Start with You" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1679184 ], author Mark Wolynn shares compelling evidence that the roots of our anxiety, phobias and chronic pain may not reside in our immediate life experience or in chemical imbalances in our brains but in the lives of our parents, grandparents and even great-grandparents.

 

Register for this program and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/175786 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Zen Coloring for Adults*

Wednesday, July 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Spend time relaxing and coloring. Coloring pages, pencils and markers are provided. Supplies are first come, first served. Adults only. Registration is not required.

 

"Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library."

 

*IN PERSON: Get Connected*

Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 & Aug. 5, 2 to 3 p.m.

Adult Fiction Room

 

Improve your technology skills! Meet one-on-one with a tutor and learn to use your personal computer, tablet or smartphone. Attach a file to your email, move app icons around on your device, take photos and more. Come with a task you want to learn how to do. Registration is not required.

 

*IN PERSON: Adults Create: Sewing by Hand*

Thursday, July 9, 6 to 7 p.m.

Adult Fiction Room

 

Join us for Sewing by Hand. Each month will feature a different hand sewing project that can be completed in about an hour even if you’ve never sewn before. For July we are making butterflies. Adults only. Supplies are first come, first served. Register for an email reminder.

 

[ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15498744 ]Register for Adults Create: Sewing by Hand [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16463333 ]

 

*ONLINE: The Unfinished Business of 1776: Author Talk with Thomas Richards Jr.*

Thursday, July 9, 6 to 7 p.m.

 

Join us for a conversation with Thomas Richards Jr., historian and author of the new book "The Unfinished Business of 1776: Why the American Revolution Never Ended" [ https://linkencore.iii.com/iii/encore/record/C__Rb52248241__SThe%20Unfinished%20Business%20of%201776%20%20__Orightresult__X6;jsessionid=A7D6D5A1560949022536D26CB9E2461D?lang=eng&suite=def ]. We'll discuss the enduring legacies of the nation's founding moment, why the Revolution did not conclude in 250 years ago, and how it continues as an ongoing struggle for equality, justice, and social and political independence for all Americans. This program will take place online over Zoom. Registration is required.

 

Register for The Unfinished Business of 1776 [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16461504 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Yarn Lab*

Fridays, July 10 & Aug. 7, 10 a.m. to noon

Adult Fiction Room

 

Work on your knit or crocheted projects at the Library with other yarn crafters in a relaxed social setting. Bring your own yarn, needles and hooks, and ideas. Basic assistance and troubleshooting will be available. This is not a knitting or crocheting class; there will be no formal instruction. Adults only. Registration is not required. Tables and supplies will be first come, first served.

 

*IN PERSON: Bike Safety Information and Repair Workshop*

Saturdays, July 11 & Aug. 8, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Library Plaza

 

Is your bike in need of a repair or tune-up? Not sure how to tell if your bike is safe to ride? Bring your bike to the Library Plaza! Volunteers from Bike Sunnyvale will be onsite to share safety tips and answer bike-related questions. Professional bike mechanic Ryan Murphy will be available for advice and help with issues like changing a tire or adjusting gears or brakes. Assistance from Ryan will be first come, first served.

 

"Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library."

 

*IN PERSON: The Plastic Detox: Film Screening*

Saturday, July 11, 1 to 3 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

As part of Plastic Free July, join us for a screening and discussion of the eye-opening documentary film "The Plastic Detox". This eye-opening documentary reframes the global plastic problem—a core driver of fossil fuel demand—as an urgent public health issue. Learn the startling effects plastics and toxic chemicals are having on our bodies and health. Registration is recommended to receive email reminders.

 

Register for The Plastic Detox: Film Screening [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16812793 ]

 

*ESL Conversation Group*

Online: Mondays, July 6, 20 & Aug. 3, 2 to 3 p.m.

In Person: Mondays, July 13 & 27, 2 to 3 p.m.

 

Do you want to improve your English? Practice speaking English with other adults in a friendly group setting. All levels are welcome. *In-person meetings this month will take place in the Adult Fiction Room.* Adults only. Registration is not required.

 

*ONLINE: Asian Art Museum: Luxurious Lacquerware*

Monday, July 13, 7 to 8 p.m.

 

Long regarded as a valuable luxury item lacquerware holds a special place in the realm of decorative arts across all of Asia. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful art form. This one-hour online lecture by Asian Art Museum community speaker docent Jane Dalisay is followed by a Q&A.

 

Register for Asian Art Museum: Luxurious Lacquerware [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15474760 ]

 

*ONLINE: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter*

Tuesday, July 14, 4 to 5 p.m.

 

Join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of "We Are All Guilty Here" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C2167036 ], in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, "The Secrets We Hide". Karin Slaughter is one of the world’s most popular storytellers. She is the #1 "New York Times" bestselling author of more than twenty-five novels, including the Edgar nominated "Cop Town [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1474830 ]" and standalone novels "Pretty Girls" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1556916 ] and "False Witness" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1905470 ].

 

Register and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/177080 ]

 

*ONLINE:** Monthly Book Group*

Wednesday, July 15, 7 to 8 p.m.

 

Engage in stimulating conversation about books and while getting to know your neighbors. This month's selection is "The Anxious Generation" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1989492 ] by Jonathan Haidt. Social psychologist Haidt investigates the epidemic of teen mental illness and issues a call to action to restore a more humane childhood. Call the library at 408-730-7300, chat [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FCL0%2Fhttps:%252F%252Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%252FCL0%252Fhttps:%25252F%25252Fsunnyvale.libanswers.com%25252F%252F1%252F010101991b5217b0-7bfbfb55-b0cf-482b-8504-77bf94cd9bb0-000000%252F3iodz0tf6Y4rkiS-HJiBNPNitpg0NGu9sk84USwJfD0=421%2F1%2F01010199ac129c33-e8204acd-598f-4cc8-8027-67d1d7154cb6-000000%2FPFlZ6mSMtk4QhByhpJUp60KNdjRja70_MCnND0pE15w=425/1/0101019aea7621e1-156d7f25-774e-47fb-81ac-c34e0b7b46f4-000000/seI9GEqE9so1SZYk28uyxrK1dhHYGqF3LCklvKRaLh8=434 ] with a librarian, or visit the Library Information Desk to ask about borrowing a reserve copy of the book. This program will take place over Zoom. Adults only. Registration is required.

 

Register for Monthly Book Group [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16859110 ] [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15691962 ]

 

"Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library."

 

*ONLINE: Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande*

Thursday, July 16, 11 a.m. to noon

 

What is the true power of stories? Can they heal the jagged edges of a traumatic childhood? Is the cost of telling the story worth the price of the cure? In her ambitious new memoir, "Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget", beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival.

 

Register and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/177727 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Looney Tunes & Classic Cartoons on 16mm*

Thursday, July 16, 6 to 7 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Take a nostalgic trip back to the golden age of animation. We’re unearthing the projector to bring you a curated selection of "Looney Tunes" classics exactly how they were meant to be seen: on 16mm film. Watch Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and other rare animated shorts. Learn how these physical reels have aged and decayed over the decades, and how keeping these artifacts alive is a race against biology and chemistry. Adults only. Registration is not required. Register for an email reminder.

 

Register for Looney Tunes & Classic Cartoons on 16mm [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16536041 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Senior Center Book Group*

Friday, July 17, 11 a.m. to noon

Sunnyvale Senior Center, Laurel Room

550 E Remington Drive

 

Join us for a monthly book group at the Senior Center. This month's selection is "Ordinary Grace" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1410554 ] by William Kent Krueger. In this coming-of-age mystery, Frank Drum looks back at a tragic event that occurred during his thirteenth year, and explores how a complicated web of secrets shattered his small Minnesota community. Everyone 50 and older is welcome! No fee or membership required.

 

"Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library."

 

*IN PERSON: Club de lectura en español / Spanish Book Club*

Friday, July 17, 4 to 5 p.m.

Adult Fiction Room

 

¡Únete a nuestro Club de lectura en español! Nos reuniremos una vez al mes y tendremos copias del libro para el siguiente mes. Nuestro libro este mes es "Diferente" [ https://linkencore.iii.com/iii/encore/record/C__Rb48963033__S978-8466670456__Orightresult__U__X3?lang=eng&suite=def ] de Eloy Moreno. Discutiremos la primera parte en el 12 de junio y todo el libro en el 17 de julio. Tenemos copias disponibles y podemos ayudarte a pedir una copia de la biblioteca, si es necesario. En la sala de la ficción de la biblioteca.

 

"Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library."

 

*IN PERSON: Sunnyvale Urban Forest Advocates: Neighborhood Tree Walk*

Saturday, July 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Library Plaza

 

Discover the magic of our local trees with a tree walk around the Library. The Sunnyvale Urban Forest Advocates (SUFA) will guide us through the natural beauty that brings life and color to our community year‑round. Learn the fascinating differences between species and discover why our urban canopy is so special. The program will meet outdoors on the Library Plaza. Please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. Registration is required.

 

Register for Sunnyvale Urban Forest Advocates: Neighborhood Tree Walk [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16925221 ]

 

*ONLINE: Unearthing Mycorrhizal Networks*

Thursday, July 23, 6 to 7 p.m.

 

Join us for an online talk with Jacob Beauregard, PhD candidate from University of Alberta’s Karst Lab. Karst Lab is one of the leading research labs on the mycorrhizal ecology of forests. Jacob will unearth the mystery of mycorrhizal networks, sometimes called the Wood Wide Web, that span the underground and connect between tree root systems. This program will take place online over Zoom. Registration is required.

 

Register for Unearthing Mycorrhizal Networks [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16537458 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Level Up Literacy Info Session*

Friday, July 24, 4 to 5 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Do you need help reading or writing in English? Would you like to help other adults who struggle with literacy? Join us for an information session about Level Up Literacy [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/other-services/adult-literacy ]. Level Up Literacy is a free reading and writing program for adults. This session will help you get started as a learner or a tutor. Level Up Literacy is for adults 18 years and older. Registration is not required to attend the info session.

 

*IN PERSON: BioBlitz at Baylands Park*

Saturday, July 25, 9 to 11 a.m.

Sunnyvale Baylands Park

999 E. Caribbean Dr.

 

A BioBlitz is a collaborative nature observation event where participants of all ages help document the living world right in our own backyard. Explore the trails and habitats of Sunnyvale Baylands Park and log plants, birds, insects, fungi and other wildlife in the free iNaturalist app. This program will take place at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. We will meet at the park's Eucalyptus Hollow. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Registration is not required but recommended to receive email reminders.

 

Register for BioBlitz at Baylands Park [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16867564 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Personal Emergency Preparedness*

Monday, July 27, 6 to 8 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

After a disaster strikes, professional emergency services may not be available to help you for several days. Are you fully prepared to take care of yourself and your family if the need arises? Learn to prepare for disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, pandemics, power outages and chemical spills. This program is for adults. Registration is required.

 

Register for Personal Emergency Preparedness [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16353011 ]

 

*ONLINE: Creating Lasting Friendships in an Increasingly Lonely World*

Tuesday, July 28, 11 a.m. to noon

 

How do we make and keep friends in an era of distraction, burnout and chaos, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships? In "Platonic" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1935489 ], Dr. Marisa G. Franco unpacks the latest, often counterintuitive findings about the bonds between us. Topics include why your friends aren’t texting you back and the myth of friendships happening organically. An enlightening psychologist, "New York Times "bestselling author and TED speaker, Dr. Marisa G. Franco is known for digesting and communicating science in ways that resonate deeply enough with people to change their lives.

 

Register and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/178374 ]

 

*ONLINE: Make Protein Goals Easy with Dietitian Rachael DeVaux*

Wednesday, July 29, 11 a.m. to noon

 

Getting enough protein is essential. It’s needed for health and strength at every stage of life. The more protein you eat, the more satisfied, energized and resilient you’ll feel. It builds muscle, fuels hormones, and supports every organ. Join us for an energizing virtual conversation with Rachael DeVaux, "New York Times" bestselling author of "Rachael’s Good Eats" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1949366 ]. Her newest book, "The High Protein Plate" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C2207195 ], shows how anyone at any stage of life can easily incorporate protein into their diet.

 

Register and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/176433 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Adults Create: No-Sew Kinusaiga Quilting*

Monday, Aug. 3, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Come learn the basics of Kinusaiga, a no-sew quilting technique derived from the Japanese process of ‘painting’ with silk fabric on wood. Participants will make a small fabric 'painting' using upcycled fabric scraps and foam board. Adults only. Registration is not required but supplies are limited (first come first served). Register for an email reminder.

 

Register for Adults Create: No-Sew Kinusaiga Quilting [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16868186 ]

 

*ONLINE: The Legacy of Julia Child's Kitchen*

Tuesday, Aug. 4, 11 a.m. to noon

 

Delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of "Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space" [ https://linkencore.iii.com/iii/encore/record/C__Rb51710788__Sjulia%20child%27s%20kitchen__Orightresult__X6?lang=eng&suite=def ]. The book includes interviews with chefs who knew Julia well, commentary on her favorite culinary tools and kitchen gadgets, and a stunning array of photos.

 

Register and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/103921 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Silent Book Club*

Wednesday, Aug. 5, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Silent Book Clubs are catching on around the world as a way to meet other book lovers in your area and read together in quiet camaraderie. Bring a book of your choice, or choose one from the Library's shelves. After an hour of silent reading together, you'll have time to socialize with your neighbors about what you're reading or anything else. Adults only. Registration is not required.

 

*ONLINE: The Art of Canning and Jamming with Holly Capelle*

Thursday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m. to noon

 

Join us online and connect with your food like never before by diving into the art of preserving. In her new book, "Preserving the Seasons" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C2207317 ], author and cook Holly Capelle offers a comprehensive guide to canning, jamming, infusing, drying, dehydrating, pickling and more!

 

Register and ask questions of the author [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/184383 ]

 

*IN PERSON: Sunnyvale Art Club Juried Show*

Saturday, Aug. 8, noon to 5 p.m. with an Opening Reception at noon

Sunday, Aug. 9, 1 to 5 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Celebrate local art with the Sunnyvale Art Club Juried Show! Admire original artwork by local artists and vote on your favorite piece for the Viewer's Choice Award. Come to the Opening Reception to meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. Registration is not required.

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Ongoing Programs

* *ESL Conversation Group In-Person:* Monday, July 13
* *ESL Conversation Group Online: *Monday, July 6 - Register for ESL [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15910629 ]
* *Sewing Lab**:* Tuesday, July 7  & Wednesday, July 8
* *Get Connected:* Wednesday, July 8
* *Yarn Lab: *Friday, July 10
* *Bike Safety Information and Repair Workshop:* Saturday, July 11
* *Friends of the Library Book Sale: *Saturday, July 18 & Sunday, July 19

Check our Events Calendar [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] for times and descriptions of each program.






Got Kids?





Old school video game Highway Rush Pro

*IN PERSON: Intro to Game Development*

Thursday, July 16, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Learn the basics of programming through this fun introductory workshop! Students will use block code to explore key coding concepts which are applicable in the real world while to building their very own video game.

 

This program is hosted by the FHS Hack Club, a high school coding club based out of Fremont High School in Sunnyvale. FHS Hack Club believe that computer science education should be available to all, and work to encourage young people to discover the joy of code.

 

This program is for grades 4 to 8. Participants should bring a laptop if possible. Registration is recommended but not required. Register to request a Library Chromebook for use during the program.

 

Register for Intro to Game Development [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16698074 ]



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Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Sunnyvale will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you require special accommodation, please contact the library at 408-730-7300 or chat with a librarian [ https://sunnyvale.libanswers.com/ ] at least three days in advance of the program.






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Volunteer at the Library





Want to make an impact at the Library? Teens can apply to join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Plan programs, improve teen services and learn new skills. TAB meets the first Wednesday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. throughout the school year. Apply for TAB online [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/for-teens/teen-volunteer ] starting July 15.

 

The Library is currently recruiting tutors for our adult literacy program Level Up Literacy [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/other-services/adult-literacy ]. Work one-on-one with a learner on English reading and writing skills. You and your paired learner will decide on a schedule that works for you both, whether in person or online.

 

Interested in working the bimonthly book sales? Volunteer through the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library [ https://fotsvl.org/volunteer-opportunities/ ]. Note: The Friends are an independent organization that supports the Library; volunteers are not managed by the Library or the City of Sunnyvale.






Adopt-a-Storm Drain





Do you want to make a big difference in Sunnyvale by helping to prevent street flooding and keep pollution from entering the San Francisco Bay? Then adopt a storm drain near you today! The City of Sunnyvale's Environmental Services Department is excited to introduce new a community initiative to help keep local waterways clean and streets flood-free.

 

Storm drains flow straight to local waterways, so keeping them clear of leaves and trash makes a big difference. Adopt a storm drain and help keep your neighborhood safe and clean all year. The City provides the cleanup tools and safety vests, and you name your storm drain and keep it clean.

 



*Learn how to Adopt-a-Storm Drain* [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/homes-streets-and-property/streets-and-trees/storm-drains/adopt-a-storm-drain ]






Quick Links





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