BOOK TALK: A MAP OF THE WORLD - With All Faults

BOOK TALK:
A MAP OF THE WORLD

 
Author Edward Weingold will read from his new historical novel, A Map of the World (With All Faults). A bloodstained map published in the very first atlas of the world (1570) comes up for sale at a San Francisco auction house in 2016. The novel charts the map's journey through four centuries.

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

7:00pm - 8:30pm


Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Patience Munjeri - The Role of Elders in Zimbabwean Music and Traditions

Patience Munjeri:

The Role of Elders in Zimbabwean Music and Traditions, plus mbira playing.

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.


Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Group Show & Gala Reception

13 artists who work or volunteer at our local libraries.

October 12. 5:00pm-7pm. 

Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Writer’s Open Mic

Writers of all kinds and ages plus friends, fans, and readers who want to hear something new--are all welcome! 4th Wednesday of the month, 6:30 to 8pm. Scotts Valley Library. Signups start at 6pm.

How you can help: If you’d like to help out with the event (set up, sign up readers, act as timekeeper), contact: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/5309149


Wednesday, July 24. 6:30-8pm. Signups at 6pm.
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Special Storytime with Joyce Oroz

Local author and illustrator, Joyce Oroz, will read from her children’s books Annie Gets Her Bounce and Annie Gets a Brother. She will also talk about writing and illustrating books. This is a special program for families with children preschool through second grade.

How you can help:
1) Help get the word out. Print a copy of the flyer and post at preschools or other places where parents of young children might see them.
2) Help with book sales. If you’d like to help us sell the author’s books, please email me. (junelanghoff@gmail.com)


When: Friday, August 2. 11am – noon
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Wild Africa - Engaging Stories & Amazing Images

Wild Africa
Engaging Stories & Amazing Images

Why you should do an African safari

Presentation by safari leader and pro photographer Shem Compian and local image maker Mark Overgaard


When: June 21, 7pm
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.
Coffee, Wine & Dessert

Exhibit from June 21 – July 2

Wool Spinning Workshop

Wool Spinning Workshop

When: June 1 at 2–4pm
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Ham Radio Technician Course

Ham Radio Technician Course

Enroll in this FREE six-week class to get your HAM radio technician license. Participants must attend the final test on July 6th to receive their license.

No experience Necessary

When: Wednesdays - May 29–July 3 at 7-9pm
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Writers Open Mic Night

Writers Open Mic Night

Poets, novelists, short story writers, scriptwriters, essayists, writers of memoir, nonfiction, and more!

When: May 22 at 6:30pm
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

The Make Lab

The MAKE Lab

Santa Cruz Public Libraries'
very own drop-in marketplace!

When: every other Friday 11:00am-4:00pm
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Board in the Library - Adult Gaming Group

Board in the Library

Adult gaming group - No experience necessary.

When:
1st and 3rd Wednesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm2nd and 4th Saturday, 12:00pm-5:00pm

Sponsored by:
Friends of the Scotts Valley Library,
Epic Adventure Games and Lancelot's Merry Band of Gamers
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Yin Yoga for All

Yin Yoga for All - Ongoing Workshop

Who says wellness has to cost an arm and a leg?
Join us the 2nd and 4th Saturday morning of each month for some gentle yin yoga and stretches. Whether you've been practicing for decades or you don't know the difference between cat pose and cow pose, this class is for you.

Bring your own yoga mat or towel.
All ages and abilities welcome.
Always FREE!

When: 2nd and 4th Saturdays • 10:00–11:00am
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.

Nature's Song - Paintings by Bev Martin

 

Etched Glass - Adults Art Workshop

Etched Glass - Adults Art Workshop




Learn the simple but elegant art of glass etching. Use tape and a knife for a free-hand design or use the Silhouette vinyl cutter for a more intricate design. Bring your own glass or use one provided. Register online at santacruzpl.org as spots are limited.

Adults only please.

When: Saturday • February 2, 2019  2-4PM
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Rd.