Bike to Work Day on May 9!

Posted on Friday, May 3, 2013 by Missgina

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 . . . more »

Remembering Deftones Bassist, Chi Cheng

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2013 by Missgina

One of the ways I cope with a musician’s death is to listen to their albums nonstop, which is what I did all day on Sunday after learning of Chi’s passing. I played Around the Fur first and drove around listening to "Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away)" because not only is this my favorite song off this album, but it had the right mood. . . . more »

Good Rap Albums to Play in Good Weather

Posted on Friday, April 5, 2013 by Missgina

Ill Communication Ill Communication These Rap artists will be a great choice to get you in a good mood while we are having some nice spring weather. Time to drive around with the top down! Beastie Boys- "Sabotage" video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5rRZdiu1UE Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City Kendrick Lamar- "Swimming Pools (Drank)" video: The Chronic It Takes A Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back Timeless Get Rich or Die . . . more »

Earth Day Festival on April 6th!

Posted on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 by Missgina

Interested in learning about how to grow organic fruits and vegetables? Want to sample tasty treats from Food Trucks? Get ready for spring break this year by learning, exploring, and tasting at Cupertino's Earth Day Festival on April 6th! With over 100 environmental partners offering FREE giveaways, you can bring the whole family! Also, be sure to stop by the Cupertino Library booth! . . . more »

Get into the Groove- with Food!

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2013 by Missgina

Tasty Tasty Have you ever gotten hungry just looking at the music titles on your iPod? I know I get extra thirsty just listening to Kelis's "Milkshake" song. Or how about feeling a rumblin' in my tummy with Weird Al's "Eat It"? I made a list of the Library's tastiest music albums and artist names that will get you into the groove! The Food Album Hard . . . more »

Hot Winter Night with R&B Music!

Posted on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 by Missgina

The Bay Area's R&B radio station, KBLX-FM 102.9 presented the Hot Winter Night concert this December. Oakland's own Goapele was later added to the list of R&B and soul performing artists. Did you know that all these artists are available at your library? Featured artists are listed below, along with a video link to one of my favorite songs from each artist. Change It All . . . more »

Comedies That Will Warm Up Your Cold Friday Night!

Posted on Thursday, November 29, 2012 by Missgina

Anchorman Anchorman If you enjoy Scotch on a Friday night, then you might enjoy Will Ferrell playing as Ron Burgundy in Anchorman. He is all class. Believe me, if there's one thing Ron Burgundy knows, it's women. Another one of my all-time favorite Will Ferrell comedies is Step Brothers. I never knew Will had such a voice of an angel. Step Brothers Bridesmaids The competition gets . . . more »

Casual Gamer Gina Reviews Mario Games!

Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2012 by Missgina

Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games Mario Party 9 Wii Game I have played Mario Party games ever since they were on the N64, and now for the Wii you get 80 all-new minigames! Play the minigames solo or in a group. Whomever collects the most MiniStars on the board game is the Superstar! I would say the boss battles were more fun when you played with friends. Mario & Sonic . . . more »

Wonderful World of Disney Games

Posted on Thursday, September 13, 2012 by Missgina

Game review from a casual gamer. Disney Epic Mickey Wii game Mickey has gotten into a painting mess, and now has his magic brush to make everything right. The first thing I noticed was how dark this Disney game was. It had a darker mood and was a little bit more challenging than another Disney character filled game- Kingdom Hearts. The controls were a little . . .