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Discover the history of feminism for Muslim women, take part in our Monthly Book Group, and More!





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Library Events for Adults




Muslim Women [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14788402 ]

ONLINE: Muslim Women and Global Feminism*

*Tuesday, August 19, 7 to 8 p.m.*

Western feminists, pundits and policymakers tend to portray the Muslim world as the last and most difficult frontier of global feminism. In this online talk, Elora Shehabuddin presents the unique and engaging history of Muslim women who, like other women around the world, have engaged in their own struggles for generations, in ways that include but also extend beyond their religious identity and religious practices. Shehabuddin will discuss the roles of colonialism, religion and Western feminism in relation to feminism for Muslim women.

 

Elora Shehabuddin is Professor of Global Studies and Gender & Women's Studies at UC Berkeley. Her book "Sisters in the Mirror: A History of Muslim Women and the Global Politics of Feminism" [ https://linkencore.iii.com/iii/encore/record/C__Rb48802654__SSisters%20in%20the%20Mirror__Orightresult__U__X6?lang=eng&suite=def ] was selected as a 2022 Choice Outstanding Academic Title by the American Library Association and awarded the 2023 Coomaraswamy Book Prize from the Association for Asian Studies.

 

This event will be held online. Registration [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14788402 ] is required.

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Bright Creatures [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14661758 ]
ONLINE: Monthly Book Group*

*Wednesday, August 20, 7 to 8 p.m.*

Engage in stimulating conversation about books and exchange perspectives about characters and plot while getting to know your neighbors.

 

This month's selection is Remarkably Bright Creatures [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1924011 ] by Shelby Van Pelt. Call the library at 408-730-7300, Chat [ https://sunnyvale.libanswers.com/ ] with a librarian, or visit the library Information Desk to ask about borrowing a reserve copy of the book.

 

Registration [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14661758 ] is required.

 

Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.

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Chinese Exclusion [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14779358 ]
ONLINE: The Chinese Exclusion Act*

*Thursday, August 21, 7 to 8:30 p.m.*

In 1882, the U.S. government passed the Chinese Exclusion Act, banning the immigration of Chinese laborers to the United States. The law also denied Chinese people the right to become U.S. citizens. In this online talk, Hidetaka Hirota will discuss the background and impacts of the Chinese Exclusion Act. What led lawmakers to enact the law? How was it implemented? How did Chinese immigrants respond to the law? How did it affect subsequent federal immigration policy and shape discussions of immigration and naturalization today?

 

Hidetaka Hirota is an Associate Professor of History at UC Berkeley specializing in U.S. immigration. His book, "Expelling the Poor: Atlantic Seaboard States and the Nineteenth-Century Origins of American Immigration Policy" [ https://linkencore.iii.com/iii/encore/record/C__Rb41255521__Sexpelling%20the%20poor%20hirota__Orightresult__U__X2?lang=eng&suite=def ], explores the origins of immigration restriction in the United States.

 

Registration [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14779358 ] is required.

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Book Repair [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14946506 ]
IN-PERSON: Book Repair Clinic

*Friday, August 22, Noon to 1 p.m.*

Level Up your books with a book repair clinic!

 

Book repair and preservation is not just for historical books but for the beloved books in your home library. Our tech services staff will work to increase the life of the books from your home library by providing simple repairs. Maximum 3 books per household.

 

This event will take place in the Library Program Room. Registration is not required. Repairs will be first come, first served. Not all damage may be repairable.

 

This year's Summer Reading theme is "Level Up at Your Library". Sign up on Beanstack [ https://sunnyvale.beanstack.org/reader365 ] or pick up a paper reading log at the Library to join the challenge. Summer Reading runs June 1 to August 31.

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Spanish Book club [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14980772 ]
IN-PERSON: Club de Lectura en Español

*Friday, August 22, 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 sexto 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 "Mi país inventado "de Isabel Allendede. Tenemos copias disponibles y podemos ayudarte a pedir una copia de la biblioteca, si es necesario. Hablaremos sobre este libro el 8/22/2025 en la sala de programas de la biblioteca.

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EasyTech [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14651437 ]
IN-PERSON: EasyTech Seniors: Medisafe Medication Reminder

*Saturday, August 23, 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 daily lives.

 

In this month's class, Malhar will demonstrate how to use Medisafe, a free app for Apple and Android devices that helps you keep track of your medication schedules.

 

For the best experience we recommend bringing your own mobile device, but you can also follow the demonstration on the projector 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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Save the Date: End of Summer Celebration!

*Sunday, August 24, Noon to 4 p.m.*

We're sending out the season on a high note with our End of Summer Celebration!

 

Make sure to check back in with next week's 'Events' newsletter for more details about activities across the day. 

 

Do not miss your last chance to Level Up at Your Library! 






Sustainability Corner





*Welcome to Our New Sustainability Corner! *

To emphasize Sunnyvale's commitment to sustainability, we've added a new section to our weekly newsletter. "Sustainability Corner" showcases tips, local events, and programs focused on climate action, aiming to raise community awareness and engage residents in building a healthier city.

 

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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Baywise Dog [ https://baywise.org/ ]

A Clean Pet Means a Clean Bay!

We all love our pets and caring for them the right way also means protecting the environment. Pet waste and flea medicine can harm both stormwater and wastewater systems. Dog waste contains harmful bacteria that can wash into storm drains and pollute creeks and the Bay. Never put pet waste in your backyard compost, FoodCycle bin or yard trimmings cart. Many people think pet waste can be composted, but it can’t! The germs in pet waste can stay in soil for years and are dangerous to wildlife. Carry extra plastic bags on walks and always pick up after your dog.

 

If you need free doggy bags, look for the Environmental Services team at your next community event.  

 

Visit Baywise.org [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fbaywise.org%2F/1/01010198663a7e60-6f4f76cb-47d9-44fb-b7bc-7682043145c4-000000/cj5EaYJ2ENz4LUhVJ_8wyjkWT51rdM3rEN0abWbpQGw=416 ] for more information for you and your vet. You can also find resources on how to safely dispose of expired pet medications.






Ongoing Programs






* *ESL Conversation Group In-Person:* Monday, Aug. 25
* *ESL Conversation Group Online: *Monday, Aug. 18 - Register [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/13781717 ]
* *Sewing Lab**:* Tuesday, Aug. 19 & Wednesday, Aug. 20
* *Get Connected:* Wednesday, Aug. 20
* *Friends Book Sale*: Saturday, Sept. 20 & Sunday, Sept. 21
* *Bike Safety Information and Repair Workshop:* Saturday, Sept. 13

 

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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We're Hiring!





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