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Explore the many depictions of goddesses throughout Asia and join us in celebrating the Persian New Year!





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Library Events for Adults




Asian Art [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15474756 ]

The Hindu deity Durga worshipped by Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, 1850–1900. India or Pakistan; Kashmir region. Opaque watercolors on paper. Asian Art Museum, Gift of George Hopper Fitch, B86D14. Photograph © Asian Art Museum.

ONLINE: Asian Art Museum: Goddesses in Asian Art

*Monday, Mar. 9, 7 to 8 p.m.*

Goddesses are central figures in many Asian religions: from fertile earth maidens to nurturing mothers, wrathful avengers and wise advisors, female deities play important roles in the lives of their supplicants and followers. This program explores the many depictions of goddesses throughout Asia, using examples drawn from the Asian Art Museum’s permanent collection.

 

This one-hour online lecture by Asian Art Museum community speaker docent Mary Mead is followed by a Q&A.

 

Registration [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15474756 ] is required. Please arrive on time to ensure your spot. Waitlisted registrants will receive the Zoom link a couple minutes after the program begins.

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Zen Coloring [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15744319 ]
IN-PERSON: Zen Coloring for Adults - Silicon Valley Reads

*Wednesday, Mar. 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m.*

Come connect with your neighbors and spend time coloring. Coloring pages, pencils and markers are provided. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This program is for adults and will take place in our Program Room. Registration is not required.

 

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

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Butch Cassidy [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15093184 ]
IN-PERSON: Classic Film Club: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)

*Thursday, Mar. 12, 1 to 3 p.m.*

Rediscover time-honored treasures and underappreciated productions from across cinematic history as part of our Classic Film Club! Make sure to arrive on time for an introduction to the selected film and get to know your neighbors with a post-screening discussion.

 

This month's selection represents an essential Western from the American New Wave movement, anchored by an iconic breakout performance from the late Robert Redford — it is 1969's "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid".

 

Can't make it to the program? Check out the film [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1862725 ] with your library card!

 

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

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Kate Quinn [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/114569 ]
ONLINE: Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic with Kate Quinn

*Thursday, Mar. 12, 4 to 5 p.m.*

You’re invited to join us for a conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, "The Astral Library" [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C2198403 ], which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.

 

Register and ask questions of the author here. [ https://libraryc.org/sunnyvalelibrary/114569 ]

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Sewing [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15583750 ]
IN-PERSON: Adults Create: Sewing By Hand

*Thursday, Mar. 12, 6 to 7 p.m.*

Join us for a 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 March we are making bean bag chickens.

 

This program is for adults only. It will take place in the Fiction Room. Registration is not required but supplies are limited (first come first served). Register [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15583750 ] for an email reminder.

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Paula [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15625318 ]
IN-PERSON: Club de Lectura en Español

*Friday, Mar. 13, 4 to 5 p.m.*

¡Únete a nuestro Club de lectura en español! Nos reuniremos una vez al mes y tendremos copias del libro para el siguiente mes. En nuestra sesión, nos pondremos de acuerdo sobre como será el Club de lectura y también discutiremos temas y autores para futuras sesiones.

 

Nuestro libro este mes es "Paula [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1934773 ]" de Isabel Allende. Discutiremos el libro en el 13 de marzo. Tenemos copias disponibles y podemos ayudarte a pedir una copia de la biblioteca, si es necesario. 

 

En la sala de la programas de la biblioteca.

 

This program will take place in the Program Room

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Zoom [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16284853 ]
IN-PERSON: EasyTech Seniors: Intro to Zoom

*Saturday, Mar. 14, 2 to 3 p.m.*

Learn new skills in a relaxed and interactive group setting! EasyTech Seniors is led by Malhar D., a local high school student with a passion for helping senior citizens embrace technology to enrich their lives.

 

In this month's class, Malhar will give a hands-on demonstration on the basics of Zoom, from creating a free Zoom account to attending and hosting meetings. There will also be time for other tech questions you may have and to request topics for our next class.

 

For the best experience we recommend bringing your own mobile device or laptop, but you can also follow the demonstration on the screen and take notes.

 

This program is for adults and will take place in the Library Program Room. Registration is not required.

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PEP [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16160497 ]
IN-PERSON: Personal Emergency Preparedness

*Sunday, Mar. 15, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.*

Earthquakes, fires, floods, pandemics, power outages, chemical spills. These are just some of the disasters than can strike our area without warning. 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?

 

Our Personal Emergency Preparedness class can help you prepare for disasters. It will teach you about the various disasters you might face, what preparations you can make for them and how to prioritize.

 

This class is presented by Sunnyvale Emergency Response Volunteers (SERV), the volunteer arm of the Sunnyvale Office of Emergency Services.

 

This program is for adults and will take place in the Library Program Room. This program takes place before the Library opens. Meet on the Library Plaza at 10:30 a.m. to be admitted to the program. Ple

 

Registration [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16160497 ] is required.

 

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Afternoon Mindfulness [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15655551 ]
IN-PERSON: Mindfulness Practice

*Sunday, Mar. 15, 1 to 2 p.m.*

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.

 

This program is for adults and will take place in the Library Program Room.

Registration is not required.

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NORWUZ [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15141472 ]
IN-PERSON: Nowruz Celebration

*Sunday, Mar. 15, 2 to 5 p.m.*

Happy Nowruz! Join us for an afternoon of dance, music, and crafts as we celebrate the Persian New Year!

 

This program is recommended for all ages. Registration is not required, but space and supplies are limited.






Sustainability Corner





*Welcome to Our Sustainability Corner! *

The programs and information featured in "Sustainability Corner" are provided by or in partnership with the City of Sunnyvale's Environmental Services Department.

 

To learn more about a program, please follow the instructions in the event description.

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Citizen Science
Citizen Science at Sunnyvale Public Library!

Sunnyvale Public Library wants YOU as a citizen scientist! In citizen science, the public helps scientists by collecting and analyzing data. Anyone can be a citizen scientist regardless of their background or expertise.

 

Learn more about how you can get involved with citizen science at the following programs:

 


* Thursday, Mar. 19 - Local Pollinators and Citizen Science [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15973219 ]
* Saturday, Apr. 4 - Pollinator Count at Charles Street Garden [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15696749 ]
* Saturday, Apr. 11 - Sunnyvale Earth Day Festival: BioBlitz [ https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/bioblitz-sunnyvale-earth-day-festival-2026 ] 

 

Select the program title above or visit our online public calendar [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] for more details on each event.

 

C&C Spring [ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnJnmWj8DBtFnsoVPgvoCM9pIZxRH1ics ]

Community & Climate: A Library Lecture Series

"Community & Climate "is an adult lecture series focused on global climate action. Our speakers will discuss innovative technology helping us build a healthier and more just world. We will learn about the real-world solutions coming directly from our neighborhoods and how we can implement them in our own lives. Learn more about the series with the following talks:

 


* Monday, Mar. 23 - Shelter from the Storm: Author Talk with Julian Hattem [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16412661 ]
* Thursday, May 14 - Living Roots: Author Talk with Liz Carlisle [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16457486 ]
* Thursday, May 21 - Charging Forward: Author Talk with Chris Benner [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16470975 ]

 

All lectures require registration. Select the lecture title above or visit our online public calendar [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] for more details on each talk.

 

Please visit the Library's YouTube page [ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnJnmWj8DBtFnsoVPgvoCM9pIZxRH1ics ] to view previously recorded installments from "Community & Climate".

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EV Ride [ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-ride-and-drive-tickets-1712180119829?aff=Library ]
IN-PERSON: EV Ride and Drive

*Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.*

*Sunnyvale Baylands Park*

*999 E. Caribbean Dr.*

Charge up your weekend and experience electric vehicles (EVs). Join us for this free event at Sunnyvale Bayland Park and test drive a lineup of various electric vehicles, learn from local EV owners and experts and discover how to save on your next car purchase!

 

Following your test drive, complete the post-survey and receive a taco or burrito voucher for the on-site complimentary food truck.

 

Sign up to reserve your spot today! [ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ev-ride-and-drive-tickets-1712180119829?aff=Library ]

 

For additional questions email green@sunnyvale.ca.gov or call 408-730-7717.

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* *ESL Conversation Group In-Person:* Monday, Mar. 9
* *ESL Conversation Group Online: *Monday, March 16 - Register [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/15910621 ]
* *Sewing Lab**:* Monday, Mar. 9 & Wednesday, Mar. 11
* *Get Connected:* Wednesday, Mar. 11
* *Friends of the Library Book Sale: *Saturday, Mar. 21 & Sunday, Mar. 22

 

Check our Events Calendar [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2F66mehcp7.r.us-west-2.awstrack.me%2FL0%2Fhttps:%252F%252Fwww.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov%252Fevents%252Fcalendar-month-view%2F1%2F0101018f5ffaa88f-5f3e6592-d7e7-4d30-a645-d53672939123-000000%2Frb3i3xUOvG7IDnqtp6FxQZ_bCh8=374/1/01010191478b1984-8246849d-e2d8-4662-8d52-fa33bf16402f-000000/JUnzJnjrEiWydh5zsehZlZT9UadJ9wuAMB0KaofU-yg=365 ] for times and descriptions of each program.






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Mark Your Calendars

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Don't miss our programs. Check the Library's online calendar [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] to stay up-to-date.

 

See you soon,

"Your Librarians"



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Accessibility

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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