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Adult Monthly Newsletter, Oct. 3 - Día de Muertos, Halloween Costume Swap, Register to Vote

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Adult Monthly Newsletter, Oct. 3

Spooky season is upon us! This October, we are continuing to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. At the end of the month, we are also celebrating Día de Muertos. Read on to find out what activities we have planned.

 

Until Oct. 15, we are collecting gently used Halloween costumes. Read on to find out how to donate. Also, keep an eye out in the Library for our TENTH Staff Pumpkin Decorating Contest, with the winner decided by you!

 

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

 

See you soon,

"Your Librarians"






Día de Muertos





[ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/seasonal-library-programs ]
Celebrate the Day of the Dead

Join us in celebrating Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), the Latin American holiday that celebrates the lives of our loved ones who have passed.

 

*Bay Area LEGO User Group (BayLUG) Exhibit*

Until Saturday, Oct. 12

View spectacular Día de Muertos LEGO creations by a non-profit LEGO group.

In the display case in the lobby.

 

View BayLUG's Hispanic Heritage Month/Día de los Muertos exhibit [ https://baylug.org/sunnyvale-public-library-september-refresh/ ]

 

*Adults Create: Day of the Dead Decorations*

Sunday, Oct. 13, 3 to 5 p.m.

Paint sugar skulls and make papel picado while learning about Día de Muertos.

For adults only.

 

Learn more about Adults Create: Day of the Dead Decorations [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12968919 ]

 

*Community Ofrenda*

Friday, Oct. 18 to Sunday, Nov. 3

Add photos of loved ones to our community altar.

Everyone is welcome to participate.

 

Learn more about Community Ofrenda [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12879173 ]

 

Our Hispanic Heritage Month activities also continue with a game of Lotería [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12901775 ] and a performance by Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/13222474 ].

 

Find more programs for Day of the Dead and Hispanic Heritage Month [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/seasonal-library-programs ]






Halloween Costume Swap





Seeking costume donations!

Contribute to our Halloween Costume Swap event. We are accepting donations for clean, gently used children’s costumes and accessories until Oct. 15.

 

Drop-off locations and times:


* Sunnyvale Public Library [ https://maps.app.goo.gl/ruq74pwNqQDPBY467 ]
* Lobby, near the Children's Room. Anytime we're open.

* Columbia Neighborhood Center [ https://maps.app.goo.gl/S3PME6NGMJKwLXtT8 ]
* Front Lobby, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
* Fitness Room, Monday to Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon

* Community Center [ https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunnyvale+Community+Center/@37.3581209,-122.0280218,871m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x808fb67776c47651:0x1ef0b6b8e447d3f5!8m2!3d37.3581167!4d-122.0254469!16s%2Fg%2F1tfly3l9?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDkyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D ]
* Main Recreation Building, Monday to Friday,  8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

* Sunnyvale Community Services [ https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunnyvale+Community+Services/@37.3820824,-122.0006243,871m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x808fb614d5958a2f:0x7225ee8d3dcab88!8m2!3d37.3820782!4d-121.9980494!16s%2Fg%2F1tfr0n_0?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDkyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D ]
* Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 4 p.m.
* Donation Center is in the back of the building.

Donated costumes will be distributed for free at our Costume Swap Event.

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Costume Swap Event

Tuesday, Oct. 22

3:30 to 5 p.m.

Columbia Middle School (739 Morse Ave.)

 

Donate a costume, swap a costume or take a costume for free. The Costume Swap Event will take place at the front of the school, to the left of main office. Children's costumes only. Costumes are first come, first served while supplies last. Limit one costume per child.

 

*Questions?* Call Rene Huerta at 408-730-7355.






Election Day





Check your voter registration now

[ https://vote.santaclaracounty.gov/home ]

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Planning to vote? Make sure you're registered! Check your voter registration status [ https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/ ] and make sure your information is up to date.

 

Need to register? Apply online [ https://registertovote.ca.gov/ ] or pick up a paper registration form at the Library.

 

All California voters are mailed a vote-by-mail ballot. You can return a completed vote-by-mail ballot by mail, to any ballot drop off [ https://rovservices.sccgov.org/Home/IndexPost?selected=do&electionId=137&distance=5&navtab=vc&asm=simple ] or to the county elections office. There will be an official ballot box on the Library Plaza from Tuesday, Oct. 8 to Tuesday, Nov. 5. You may also visit a Vote Center to cast your vote. Locate your nearest Vote Center. [ https://rovservices.sccgov.org/Home/IndexPost?selected=vc ]

 

More information:


* Who can vote in California? [ https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voting-resources/voting-california/who-can-vote-california ]
* County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters [ https://vote.santaclaracounty.gov/home ] - Voting information available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Hindi, Khmer, Japanese and Korean.
* League of Women Voters' Easy Voter Guide [ https://cavotes.org/easy-voter-guide/ ] - Information about state propositions and voting instructions in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese.
* More voting resources [ https://sccld.org/voting_resources/ ] - Compiled by librarians at the Santa Clara County Library District.






We Recommend





Read This

Silver Nitrate by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1962858 ]

"Silver Nitrate [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1962858 ]", by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

 

This dark thriller follows Montserrat, a sound editor in the film industry in '90s Mexico City. She has trouble breaking into the industry's boys' club, and her childhood friend Tristán's soap opera career isn't faring much better. Then the cult horror director Abel Urueta promises to change their lives—if they will help lift the Nazi curse that left his last film unfinished.

 

"Silver Nitrate" is available in print [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1962858 ], Large Print [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1965126 ], eBook [ https://libbyapp.com/search/sunnyvale/search/query-Silver%20Nitrate/page-1/9322957 ] and eAudiobook [ https://libbyapp.com/search/sunnyvale/search/query-Silver%20Nitrate/page-1/9383068 ]. Ask a librarian [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/about-us/contact-us ] for help with Libby.

 

Browse more horror fiction for adults [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1629367999/2625954869 ] in our catalog.

 

Liked the book? The Santa Clara County Library District will be hosting a Virtual Author Talk with Silvia Moreno-Garcia [ https://sccl.bibliocommons.com/events/66e0af826023b72f00c02d3e ] on Wednesday, Oct. 9.



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Cook This

Achari paneer pizza by Khushbu Shah [ https://www.foodandwine.com/achari-paneer-pizza-8609056 ]

Make Indian pizza at home! In this recipe for Achari Paneer Pizza [ https://www.foodandwine.com/achari-paneer-pizza-8609056 ], former "Food & Wine" Restaurant Editor Khushbu Shah combines paneer, yogurt and achar (spicy pickles) with a tomato sauce spiced with garam masala and Kashmiri chile powder. Make it on pizza dough or on naan.

 

For more recipes by Khushbu Shah, including more variations on Indian pizza, place a hold on "Amrikan: 125 Recipes from the Indian American Diaspora [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1977762 ]".







Upcoming Programs





*IN-PERSON: The Chinese Computer*

Monday, Oct. 7, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Join us for the fascinating story of how the Chinese language overcame unparalleled challenges and revolutionized the world of computing. In his new book "The Chinese Computer: A Global History of the Information Age [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1989422 ]", Stanford University professor Thomas S. Mullaney explores the many iterations of Chinese language computing technology from the wake of World War II to today. Q&A, book sale and signing to follow. Registration is not required.

 

*IN-PERSON: Silent Book Club*
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Take a moment to unwind with some quiet reading time. 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. Registration is not required.

 

*IN-PERSON: Parenting Program: Discipline Styles*
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

The session is designed to share and discuss the effects of different discipline styles, including time-out. Please note that this program is for adults only, and is not intended for children. Registration is recommended. Walk-ins are welcome.

 

Register for Parenting Program: Discipline Styles [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/11872314 ]

 

*IN-PERSON: Movie: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)*

Thursday, Oct. 10, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Join us in the Library Program Room on World Mental Health Day for a screening of the 2004 movie "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". In this drama starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet, a man has all memories of his girlfriend erased after they break up.

This movie is rated R by the MPAA. Registration not required.

 

*IN-PERSON: UC Master Gardeners: Backyard Orchard Management*

Saturday, Oct. 12, 1 to 3 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

It’s that time of year to begin thinking about which new fruit trees to add to your garden orchard and how to successfully manage existing trees. Topics include selection, pruning, disease and pest management. Our speaker will be Sharon McCray, who has been a UCCE Master Gardener since 1992. Registration is not required.

 

*IN-PERSON: Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí Mexican Dance Performance*

Sunday, Oct. 13, 1:15 to 2 p.m.

Library Plaza

 

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a special performance by Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí (EFC)! EFC is a Mexican folklore dance group that promotes pride in LGBTQ Latinx identity through the art of Mexican Folklórico dance. They preserve costumes and tradition through cultural and educational projects, as well as staged performances. This program is for all ages. Registration is not required.

 

*IN-PERSON: Adults Create: Day of the Dead Decorations*

Sunday, Oct. 13, 3 to 5 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Create decorations for Día de Muertos! Local artist group Pink Brushes will guide you in making a variety of crafts in preparation for the Mexican Day of the Dead. Learn about the holiday's colorful traditions at this craft program. Registration is not required.

 

*ONLINE: Monthly Book Group**
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 7 to 8 p.m.

Online via Zoom – you will receive the link after registering

 

Engage in stimulating conversation about books and exchange perspectives about characters and plot while getting to know your neighbors. This month's selection is "Transcendent Kingdom [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1883651 ]", by Yaa Gyasi. Gifty is a fifth-year candidate in neuroscience at Stanford School of Medicine. Her brother, Nana, was a gifted high school athlete who died of a heroin overdose. Her suicidal mother is living in her bed. Gifty is determined to discover the scientific basis for the suffering she sees all around her. Registration is required.

 

Register for Monthly Book Group [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/11248530 ]

 

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

 

*IN-PERSON: Senior Center Book Group*

Friday, Oct. 18, 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 "Trust [ https://sunnyvale.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S173C1922504 ]", by Hernan Diaz. Even through the roar and effervescence of the 1920s, everyone in New York has heard of Benjamin and Helen Rask. He is a legendary Wall Street tycoon; she is the daughter of eccentric aristocrats. But at what cost have they acquired their immense fortune? This is the mystery at the center of "Bonds", a successful 1937 novel that all of New York seems to have read. Yet there are other versions of this tale of privilege and deceit. Registration is not required.

 

Learn more about Senior Center Book Group [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12169135 ]

 

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

 

*IN-PERSON: Charitable Giving and Your Financial Strategy*

Sunday, Oct. 20, 2 to 3 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Giving season is around the corner! Join Shane Jacksteit, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones, for a presentation and Q&A on charitable giving. Whether you've been philanthropic for decades, or you're ready to start donating to a meaningful cause, there's likely a giving solution that fits your goals. Learn how and when to give, potential tax implications and an overview of giving strategies. Registration is not required. [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12916437 ]

 

*ONLINE: Hidden Union: Art of the Himalayas**

Monday, Oct. 21, 7 to 8 p.m.

Online via Zoom – you will receive the link after registering

 

Delve into the complex and fascinating spiritually inspired art from the “Land of the Snow” as illustrated by protective and supportive deities in a myriad of forms and media. This one-hour online lecture by Asian Art Museum community speaker docent Mary Mead is followed by a Q&A. Registration is required.

 

Register for Hidden Union: Art of the Himalayas [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12936593 ]

 

*IN-PERSON: Death Café*

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Join us  for a lightly moderated discussion of death over tea and snacks, led by local end-of-life doulas Ka Yun and Annie. At a Death Café, people—often strangers—gather to discuss death. We invite people in all phases of life to come talk about death and dying in a supportive, unstructured way. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session. This program is for adults only. Registration is not required.

 

*IN-PERSON: Bird Walking Tour at Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge*

Sunday, Oct. 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge

1751 Grand Blvd, San Jose, CA 95002

 

Join us for a Bird Walk with Interpretive Guides from the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society. There will be a short presentation, followed by a small birding stroll along the New Chicago Marsh Trail at the Alviso Unit of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The trail is ADA Accessible and suitable for anyone with mobility limitations. This event is geared toward all ages but will be most enjoyable for those ages eight and up. Registration is required.

 

Learn more and register for Bird Walking Tour at Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge. [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12652918 ]

 

*IN-PERSON: Lotería Game Night!*

Monday, Oct. 28, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Lotería is a traditional Mexican board game in the style of Bingo. Players match images from a deck of cards to the images on their "tabla", or board. The first player to have all the images on their "tabla" matched wins the round. Winners will receive a prize! Both seasoned Lotería players and beginners are welcome. The game will be presented in English and is adults only. Registration is not required but is encouraged.

 

Register for Lotería Game Night! [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12901775 ]

 

*IN-PERSON: Adult Paint Night - Halloween!*

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6 to 8 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Come and paint a spooky scene to celebrate Halloween. Don't be scared—Instructor Allie will show you how to create it step-by-step! Registration is required.

 

Register for Adult Paint Night - Halloween! [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/13174256 ]

 

*IN-PERSON: Being With What Is: A Practical Introduction to Mindfulness*

Sunday, Nov. 3, 2 to 3 p.m.

Library Program Room

 

Discuss and practice ways that mindfulness of our body, breath and mind help us to make better decisions, improve our health and more successfully navigate stress and conflict. Learn about factors to be aware of when integrating these practices into your daily lives. This program is for adults. Registration is not required.

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Ongoing Programs

* *Next ESL Conversation Group Online: *Monday, Oct. 14 - Register [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/11746001 ]
* *Next ESL Conversation Group In-Person:* Monday, Oct. 7
* *Next Sewing Lab:* Tuesday, Oct. 8
* *Next Get Connected:* Wednesday, Oct. 9
* *Next Bike Safety Information & Repair Workshop**:* Saturday, Oct. 26
* *Next Friends of the Library Book Sale:* Saturday, Nov. 16

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






Got Teens?





[ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/11626945 ]
Teens Create: Day of the Dead Wreaths

In preparation for Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), create your own wreath with some of the most important symbols of the festival. Keep it up all month long!

 

This program is for grades 6 to 12.

 

This program will be in the Library Program Room. Registration is recommended. Walk-ins are welcome while supplies last.

 

Register for Teens Create: Day of the Dead Wreaths [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/11626945 ]

 

*Got kids or teens? Don't miss the Kids' or Teen Newsletters.*

Subscribe to our Kids' Newsletter. [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CASUNNYVALE/subscriber/new?topic_id=CASUNNYVALE_8 ]
Subscribe to our Teen Newsletter. [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CASUNNYVALE/subscriber/new?topic_id=CASUNNYVALE_9 ]







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*Program Disclaimer

This program uses a third-party website link. By attending this program, you may be using a website not operated by the Sunnyvale Public Library. For privacy concerns or questions, review Zoom's privacy policies [ https://zoom.us/privacy ]. View YouTube's privacy policies [ https://www.youtube.com/static?template=terms ]. View Facebook's privacy policies [ https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/ ].

 

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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Library sponsorship of a program does not constitute an endorsement of the content of the programs or views expressed at the program.






We're Hiring!





Want to serve the community and bridge information gaps? The Library is hiring Temporary Part-Time Librarians [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FCL0%2Fhttps:%252F%252Fwww.governmentjobs.com%252Fcareers%252Fsunnyvale%252Fjobs%252F4575570%252Fpart-time-librarian-temporary%2F1%2F0101019101960a74-e4f39acd-50e8-4c88-9c9c-e088c718923c-000000%2Fj0GRROBBth95oCsR2YBQjRxbMWG0_h00drPDSzSlM9s=363/1/01010191bec67b1d-93fa8504-c3bf-4340-825e-b1c521ff0acf-000000/NoOiiJUb3NnI570-MLldqOJ0opddDTemBCkw-cEZ8t8=369 ]. Librarian positions require a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program.






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