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Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 by LibraryAdministration
Please see our Funding page for more information. There is an important issue facing our libraries. As you may know, special taxpayer funding for local libraries has been in place for the past 20 years and helps our libraries to: Buy needed books and up-to-date research materials Maintain children's reading programs Maintain library hours and services Keep qualified librarians Provide an award-winning bookmobile program However, . . . more »
The Santa Clara County Library District Bookmobiles will be on the road this summer driving our regular routes and participating in numerous outreach activities and special events in all our communities. Twice a month, the Bookmobiles serve senior living facilities, schools, and neighborhood stops with a variety of library materials, including books, movies, talking books and music CDs for adults, teens and children. Our newest . . . 
On Thursday, May 9th join hundreds of Bay Area residents biking to work or school for Bike to Work Day! For the first time, the Cupertino Library will set up an Energizer Station with fresh baked goods, refreshments, and tote bags filled with more goodies from our library and local sponsors (Pizza My Heart, Coffee Society, and Whole Foods). Stop by our station in Cali . . . 
Heart of the Community Celebrate with us Saturday, May 18th, 2013 12:00 - 4:00 PM Fun, Free Family Event Sponsored by the Friends of Saratoga Libraries and a City of Saratoga event grant. Enjoy live music Meet local authors and poets Play free carnival games Tour the Library and Bookmobile Visit with local firefighters Join a scavenger hunt Learn about eBooks Learn about the history . . . 
Just out! See the latest issue of our library newsletter! IN THIS ISSUE: Play Here! Scenic Cycling in Santa Clara County Get Pumped: Music Playlist to Travel to Outdoor Artists Money Smart Week is for Everyone: April 20-30, 2013 Sneezin' and Wheezin' Season Bird-watching and Birding in Santa Clara County Teen Pick of the Month Kids Pick of the Month Staff Pick of the Month . . . 
Attention Silicon Valley cyclists! If you’re riding your bike to work on the morning of Thursday, May 9th, please be sure to stop by our Energizer Stations. Cupertino Library (Stevens Creek Blvd. & South De Anza Blvd / 7:00 a.m -10:00 a.m.) Saratoga Library (13650 Saratoga Ave / 6:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.) We will have light refreshments, goodies, and lots of good cheer for you! Riding . . . 
Money Smart Week is for Everyone: Begins April 22, 2013! Have you taken stock of your own personal economy? Whether you’re a student or ready to retire, managing your finances effectively is important to reach your goals in life. Personal financial planning is not just for those with a job and money, it’s even more essential if you’re barely getting by or in debt. During . . . 
Communities Matter @ Your Library Libraries transform lives. It was at the public library as a young girl that I first glimpsed a larger, culturally rich world. I roamed the aisles of books. I explored and dreamed. One reason we value our public libraries is they are timeless places of imagination. Public libraries enrich our community life and conversations. Public libraries help our youngest children . . . 
Check out BookFlix, which pairs classic video storybooks with related nonfiction eBooks to build a love of reading and learning. This resource is geared towards kids, grades PreK-3 and is available both inside the library and at home (requires a library card)! In it, you’ll find: Fiction-Nonfiction Pairs Videos and eBooks Spanish translations Interactive games and activities Web links Author biographies Educator, librarian, and parent . . .