April 2016 Events at the Sylvan Oaks Library

Sylvan Oaks Library, 6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights

Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at (916) 264-2920 or visit www.saclibrary.org.

April 2, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Teen Volunteer Training (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Want to help out at Sylvan Oaks Library? Let us show you the ropes! Teens between the ages 13-17 are required to undergo training before volunteering at the library. Trainings are held on the first Saturday of every month of the school year (except November and December). Those attending the training will get 2 logged volunteer hours. We request volunteers schedule their shifts with their coordinator in advance, not to exceed 2 hours a day, Tuesday-Saturday. Please remember to visit our Volunteer page and fill out an application: http://www.saclibrary.org/FAQ/Volunteer/. Thank you for your volunteer service!

April 2, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Friends of Sylvan Oaks Book Sale (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Plenty of bargains on these gently-used books, movies, music, puzzles and more!

April 5, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Poetry Workshop (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Celebrate National Poetry Month by learning how to write your own poetry. Ages 13-19. Community college instructor will provide lessons in writing. Submissions to the annual published anthology of teen writing will be optional. Funded by Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.
Registration is required.

April 5, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 5, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday Night Movie Madness (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fantastic family movie on the first Tuesday of each month. We'll have refreshments and a lot of fun! , This month, it's "Hotel Transylvania 2" (2015, PG, 89 min, Columbia Pictures). Hotel owner Dracula (voice of Adam Sandler) is concerned that his half-human grandson Dennis isn't embracing his vampire heritage. He and his fellow ghouls put Dennis through a "monster-in-training" boot camp, but their efforts are complicated by the arrival of Dracula's dad, a traditionalist vampire named Vlad (Mel Brooks). For more information, call 264-2920 or contact Janet at jwininger@saclibrary.org.

April 5, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 6, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 6, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 6, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Science Club: Shocking Electricity (School Age (6-12))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Kids ages 12 and under are invited to explore science concepts and create original projects with a variety of tools. New project every month, all materials provided. Learn about science and technology while creating cool things you can take home. This month: Electricity! Jordan the Science Wizard will be putting on a show with cutting-edge technology to demonstrate electricity in its most shocking and awesome forms.

April 7, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Sensory Storytime (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a special storytime for kids with autism and/or sensory disorders featuring books, music, fidget toys, crafts and more! The presenter is the parent of a young man with autism and there will lots of time for parents to network with others. Noise and/or behaviors are never a problem at the library! For more information, contact Janet at jwininger@saclibrary.org or call 264-2920.

April 7, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations.
Registration is required.

April 7, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Altered Fashion (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Did you pick up something at the Prom Giveaway or thrift store that could use a few improvements? Want to rework some articles from your wardrobe? Come experiment and pick up some alteration ideas. Funded by Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.

April 7, Thursday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 8, Friday, 1:30 p.m.
Coffee, Donuts and a Movie (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Bring a friend and join us for a classic movie, fresh donuts and coffee or tea. There will be a drawing at the end of the program and a lucky winner gets to take home a new DVD of the movie. This month's film is: "Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House" (94 min, 1948, Warner Bros.), Fed up with crowded big-city living, advertising executive Mr. Blandings (Cary Grant) decides to seek out a big, roomy house in the country. Armed with more enthusiasm than common sense, Blandings causes many a headache for his lawyer/business manager Melvyn Douglas, who tries to keep the costs within a reasonable amount. Attempting to keep a level head throughout the proceedings is Mrs. Blandings (Myrna Loy). One of the best bits comes near the end, when Louise Beavers, the Blandings' cook, saves the day for everyone by ad libbing "If you ain't eating Wham, you ain't eating Ham."

April 9, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Book Club
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
This book club for adults will meet to discuss book selections determined by club members. Copies of the books are available by request at the Service Desk. For more information or titles selected, please call 916-264-2920. Registration is required.

April 9, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
2nd Saturday Art for Adults: Acrylic (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Adults (ages 18+) are invited to explore the use of various supplies to make an art project that they can keep. No instruction, but all materials provided. Funded by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library. This month: Acrylic painting; learn to paint with acrylic, basic painting techniques covered, make art you can take home. Registration is required.

April 12, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Poetry Workshop (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Celebrate National Poetry Month by learning how to write your own poetry. Ages 13-19. Community college instructor will provide lessons in writing. Submissions to the annual published anthology of teen writing will be optional. Funded by Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.
Registration is required.

April 12, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 12, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 13, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 13, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 13, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Family Craft (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
A different project will be featured every month. All materials provided, free of charge. Make something to keep! Children under the age of 8 require adult supervision. Materials funded by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.

April 14, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime Music & Movement (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun program using music and movement activities to wake up your body, improve your literacy skills and play. Designed for kids ages 1-6, no registration required. See you there!

April 14, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 14, Thursday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 16, Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
Sensory Storytime (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a special storytime for kids with autism and/or sensory disorders featuring books, music, fidget toys, crafts and more! The presenter is the parent of a young man with autism and there will lots of time for parents to network with others. Noise and/or behaviors are never a problem at the library! For more information, contact Janet at jwininger@saclibrary.org or call 264-2920.

April 19, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Poetry Workshop (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Celebrate National Poetry Month by learning how to write your own poetry. Ages 13-19. Community college instructor will provide lessons in writing. Submissions to the annual published anthology of teen writing will be optional. Funded by Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.
Registration is required.

April 19, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 19, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 20, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 20, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 20, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Fenix Drum and Dance Company (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
In "Africa to the Americas", Fenix Drum and Dance Company present a special program to celebrate Black History Month. It's history with a twist - travel from Africa to the United States and to the Caribbean through interactive music, dance, and storytelling.

April 21, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime Music & Movement (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun program using music and movement activities to wake up your body, improve your literacy skills and play. Designed for kids ages 1-6, no registration required. See you there!

April 21, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Book Club (School Age (6-12))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Young readers (Ages 9-12) are invited to come talk about books! We meet every third Thursday to discuss the book, enjoy snacks and win prizes at trivia. Participants can borrow copies of the next month's book at this meeting. Registration recommended to receive an email reminder one week before the meeting. April selection: Rain Reign by Ann M. Martin. Registration is required.

April 21, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 21, Thursday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 23, Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
Autism Family Friendly Movie (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a special family movie event for kids with autism and/or sensory disorders. "Typical" toddlers and Preschoolers are welcome too! This month: "Hotel Transylvania 2" (2015, PG, 89 min, Columbia Pictures). We'll have healthy snacks, the lights will be slightly up, the sound will be slightly down and kids don't need to remain seated while enjoying the movie. There will also be lots of fidget toys! For more information, call the library at 264-2920.

April 26, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Poetry Workshop (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Celebrate National Poetry Month by learning how to write your own poetry. Ages 13-19. Community college instructor will provide lessons in writing. Submissions to the annual published anthology of teen writing will be optional. Funded by Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.
Registration is required.

April 26, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 26, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 27, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 27, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun "Mother Goose on the Loose" storytime especially designed for kids ages 1-3. We'll have rhymes, books, music, fingerplays and more! Registration is not required and two sessions are available each Wednesday, at 10 am or 11 am. See you there!

April 28, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime Music & Movement (Early Childhood (0-5))
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Join us for a fun program using music and movement activities to wake up your body, improve your literacy skills and play. Designed for kids ages 1-6, no registration required. See you there!

April 28, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
LEGO Mania (Family/All Ages)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Use our LEGOs and build to your heart's content at the library. There will be plenty of bricks for everyone, so don't be shy. Come join the fun!

April 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Advisory Board (Teen)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Meeting in Teen area this month. Interested in community service, leadership opportunities and fun? TAB is all about teens creating their own service projects -- whether that means organizing fun programs for teens or other community outreach projects. Join us for an informal meeting as we plan out our future ventures. Participants get credit for two hours of volunteering. Bonus: TAB looks *great* on your college applications.

April 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.

April 28, Thursday, 5:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights
Looking for a job? Need help? Come meet one-on-one with a trained job coach who will help you spruce up your resume, build better job searching techniques, learn how to ace the interview and more! Walk-ins are welcome when there are no prior reservations. Registration is required.