Schools and Libraries
October 3, 2023
From: City of PleasantonCheck out the Hispanic Heritage Month booklist here
Click here for more Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration information
FAMILY STORYTIME
Join us for an evening storytime to end your day!
Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
October 4
October 11
October 25
For all ages
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FREE ONLINE TUTORING
Connect with a Brainfuse HelpNow online tutor for free help on your homework. Tutors are available 24/7.
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SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES
Get your free eclipse viewing glasses from the Pleasanton Library or Alviso Adobe Community Park.
September 30-October 13 while supplies last.
Click here for more Solar Eclipse information
LITERACY NEW VOLUNTEER TRAINING AND ORIENTATION
Wednesday, October 18 from 5-8:30 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Register for the Literacy New Volunteer Training and Orientation here
ADULT BOOKLIST
Check out this month's staff curated booklist:
Banned Books Week 2023: Let Freedom Read
CHILDREN'S BOOKLIST
Check out this month's staff curated booklist:
Trick or Treat: I've got something good to read!
Library Closures
The library will be closed:
Monday, October 9, for Building Maintenance and Staff Development
The library will have an early 5 p.m. closure on Tuesday, October 31, for Halloween.
Monthly Calendar
Click here to view the library calendar for all events this month
Newsletter Poll Results
Last month we asked how you feel about pumpkin spice season and this is what you said:
Check back every month for a new poll and to see how your response compares to the rest of the community!
Programs for Kids
BABY STORYTIME
A gentle introduction to stories, songs, and playtime for infants!
Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
October 4
October 11
October 18
October 25
For ages 0-24 months
Click here for more Baby Storytime information
TODDLER STORYTIME
Rhymes, songs, bounces, and books just right for the whole family!
Thursdays at 11 a.m.
October 5
October 12
October 19
October 26
For ages 2-4 years
Click here for more Toddler Storytime information
SENSORY STORYTIME
An inclusive and relaxed storytime for kids with sensory needs.
October 8 from 10-10:30 a.m.
Registration is required
For ages 2-5 years
Click here for more Sensory Storytime information
CODING CLUB
An interactive, introductory club for students learning the Python language.
Fridays from 4-5 p.m.
Starting October 6
Online via Zoom
Registration is required
For ages 9-13 years, grades 4-8
Click here for more Coding Club information
STEAM SATURDAYS
Drop-in, interactive stations for families.
Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Registration is required
For ages 6-10 years
Click here for more STEAM Saturdays information
PAWS TO READ
Registration is full. To see if there are any available spots, drop in at 6:30 p.m. on program evenings.
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24 - Celebrate for Halloween by dressing up!
For students, grades 1-5
Click here for more Paws to Read information
TEEN POET LAUREATE POEMS
Welcome the start of the fall season with an original poem from the Pleasanton Teen Poet Laureate entitled "Here Comes Autumn."
Click here to read the Teen Poet Laureate poem
Programs for Adults
GENEALOGY ASSISTANCE
The Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society (L-AGS) docent is available at the Pleasanton City Library by appointment, e-mail: mailto:[email protected].
The Pleasanton Genealogy Center, jointly supported by L-AGS, the Friends of the Pleasanton Library, and the Pleasanton Public Library, contains the largest collection of genealogy books, CDs and online databases in the Tri-Valley.
VA MOBILE OUTREACH
Veterans can receive care and referrals Monday, October 23 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Click here to view more Veterans Assistance information
CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS PASS PROGRAM
Click here for the State Parks Pass Program details
O'REILLY LEARNING
Access expert-created and curated information and courses with your library card including:
Artificial intelligence
Operations
UX design
Leadership and more!
Click here to access O'Reilly Learning
WEISS FINANCIAL RATINGS
All your financial literacy tools in one place:
Download planning ebooks
Compare Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans
Check values and ratings of stocks, banks, and more!
Click here to access Weiss Financial Ratings
THE ECONOMIST ON PRESSREADER
We’re excited to share that The Economist is now available on PressReader!
Library card holders also have unlimited access to thousands of newspapers and magazines in over 60 languages.
Click here to access PressReader
KANOPY
The Brainfuse VetNow Writing Lab is here to support you every step of the way, whether you're crafting an email, working on essays, or simply honing your communication skills.
Click here to access Brainfuse VetNow Writing Lab
DIGITAL NAVIGATORS
This free program offers one-on-one help by phone to:
Find low-cost internet service and devices
Learn foundational computer skills
Find and use online resources to improve your life
Click here to contact a Digital Navigator
Friends of the Pleasanton Library
Donations are back by appointment only!
To make a special arrangement for your donation of books or other materials:
Contact Friends of the Pleasanton Library President Nancy Bering at 925-462-4368
Or contact Friends of the Pleasanton Library Book Sale Manager Kate Roush at 913-481-8302 Or fill out a Donation Scheduling Form
Become a Friend of the Library
Recreation Class and Event Registration
Activities Guide
FALL/WINTER ACTIVITIES GUIDE
Looking for a fun program, camp, or class to take? Check out the Fall/Winter Activities Guide to view all our Library and Recreation activities!
View the Fall/Winter Activities Guide here
Inclusion Services
The Library and Recreation department invites people with and without disabilities to enjoy our sites, facilities, and programs.
Click here for more Inclusion Services information