July 2016 Events at the Arden-Dimick Library

Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento

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

July 1, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Candy Sushi (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Hang out with other tweens ages 9-13 on Friday afternoons! This week we will be making candy sushi! Mmmm. We will provide the candy. You can bring a playlist to listen to if you'd like. Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading!

July 5, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
Knitting, Nattering (& Crocheting!) (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Do you have knitting projects you need to finish? Do you enjoy a little conversation with your knitting? Join our knitting group, learn some new tricks and share your knowledge with others. We welcome all ages and skill levels.

July 5, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Coloring Club Plus for Adults (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Think you're too old to color? Adult coloring is all the rage! It's fun and a great way to combat stress. Come to Arden-Dimick Library to experience this relaxing yet creative pastime. We'll supply age-appropriate coloring sheets and colored pencils. If you'd rather draw, please do, but bring your own supplies.

July 6, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 7, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 7, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Juggling, Sports and Chocolate (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Join Izzi Tooinsky, The Wild Man, on his great journey searching for the origins of juggling, sports and chocolate. This is a "Read for the Win!" Summer Reading Program.

July 7, Thursday, 5:30 p.m.
Movie Night: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (Teen)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Come enjoy free popcorn and see Scott Pilgrim slaughter his adversaries!

July 8, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Painting Class (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Hang out with other tweens ages 9-13 on Friday afternoons! This week have a painting class with an instructor and materials provided. Feel free to follow along or paint something of your own. Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading!

July 9, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Yoga Class (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Yoga is increasingly popular for its physical and mental benefits. Come to the library for a free yoga lesson and experience its grounding, calming effects, while increasing your strength, flexibility and balance. All skill levels, beginner to advanced, are welcome. Please wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat. Instructor Joan Howell has been teaching yoga for 20 years.

July 12, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
Knitting, Nattering (& Crocheting!) (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Do you have knitting projects you need to finish? Do you enjoy a little conversation with your knitting? Join our knitting group, learn some new tricks and share your knowledge with others. We welcome all ages and skill levels.

July 12, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Coloring Club Plus for Adults (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Think you're too old to color? Adult coloring is all the rage! It's fun and a great way to combat stress. Come to Arden-Dimick Library to experience this relaxing yet creative pastime. We'll supply age-appropriate coloring sheets and colored pencils. If you'd rather draw, please do, but bring your own supplies.

July 13, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 14, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 14, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Olympics Art Lab with Art Beast (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
It's arts and craft hour at the library! We'll make Olympic games inspired jewelry, charms and accessories. This is a "Read for the Win!" Summer Reading program.

July 14, Thursday, 7:00 p.m.
Arden-Dimick Branch Friends Board Meeting (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Arden-Dimick Friends of the Sacramento Public Library raise money for materials, programming and furnishings for the Arden-Dimick Branch Library. They also represent the branch at community events and advocate for the library. The Arden-Dimick Friends welcome members of the public to attend their bimonthly meetings.

July 15, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Harry Potter Party (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Harry Potter's birthday is around the corner. Come celebrate with all things Hogwarts! Tweens ages 9-13 welcome. Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading.

July 16, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Grand Reopening and 70th Anniversary Celebration (Family/All Ages)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
This year marks the 70th Anniversary of Arden-Dimick Library. Come help us celebrate in our beautifully refurbished library! Treats, surprises and entertainment await!

July 19, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
Knitting, Nattering (& Crocheting!) (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Do you have knitting projects you need to finish? Do you enjoy a little conversation with your knitting? Join our knitting group, learn some new tricks and share your knowledge with others. We welcome all ages and skill levels.

July 19, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Coloring Club Plus for Adults (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Think you're too old to color? Adult coloring is all the rage! It's fun and a great way to combat stress. Come to Arden-Dimick Library to experience this relaxing yet creative pastime. We'll supply age-appropriate coloring sheets and colored pencils. If you'd rather draw, please do, but bring your own supplies.

July 20, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 21, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 21, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Go Forward with Ohana Dance Group (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
The Ohana Dance Group presents the music and dances of the Hawaiian Islands. This is an interactive show so be sure to wear your dancing shoes! Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading.

July 22, Friday, 3:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Pizza and a Movie (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Hang out with other tweens ages 9-13 on Friday afternoons. For our last tween meet-up we're having pizza and a movie! We will provide the pizza and the movie. Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading. (Please note the earlier start time).

July 23, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Yoga Class (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Yoga is increasingly popular for its physical and mental benefits. Come to the library for a free yoga lesson and experience its grounding, calming effects, while increasing your strength, flexibility and balance. All skill levels, beginner to advanced, are welcome. Please wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat. Instructor Joan Howell has been teaching yoga for 20 years.

July 26, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
Knitting, Nattering (& Crocheting!) (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Do you have knitting projects you need to finish? Do you enjoy a little conversation with your knitting? Join our knitting group, learn some new tricks and share your knowledge with others. We welcome all ages and skill levels.

July 26, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Coloring Club Plus for Adults (Adult)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Think you're too old to color? Adult coloring is all the rage! It's fun and a great way to combat stress. Come to Arden-Dimick Library to experience this relaxing yet creative pastime. We'll supply age-appropriate coloring sheets and colored pencils. If you'd rather draw, please do, but bring your own supplies.

July 27, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 27, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Movie Madness (Family/All Ages)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
It's family movie night at the library! Free film, free popcorn!

July 28, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or "stay and play" time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don't miss it!

July 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Tortoise and the Hare with Puppet Art Theater (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
This production begins with the classic race of the Tortoise and the Hare. Hare, super speedy; Tortoise, slow and steady. Who will win? The tortoise, the hare, or... the billy goat? What?! Come find out in this "Read for the Win!" Summer Reading program.

July 28, Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Henna Party! (Teen)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Come to a henna party at the library. Learn about the ancient art of henna (mehndi), get a henna tattoo, enjoy some Bollywood music and sample some Indian snacks.

July 30, Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
Between the Lines Book Club
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Come enjoy a lively discussion! Refreshments served. This month's book is The Wright Brothers, by David McCullough. The book will be available for check-out at Arden-Dimick Library's service desk for four weeks before the meeting.