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Throwing a big fancy 'do, but in a pickle as to what to create for dessert? Never fear! Twinkies to the rescue! Here you have The Twinkies Cookbook: An Inventive and Unexpected Recipe Collection. Tired of the same old bean and cheese burrito? Have a Twinkie burrito instead! Maybe you like a crispy-crunchy sensation? Mmmm, let's go for Deep-Fried Twinkies with Raspberry Syrup! Have trouble getting your kids to eat a filling, nutritious breakfast? Twinkie Pancakes are sure to please! Mama-mia, what about my pasta? Hey, give Twinkie Lasagna a go! You've heard of Pigs in a Blanket? Try Pigs in a Twinkie instead! Julia Child has had her fifteen minutes of fame; now give in to your inner Roseanne Barr! Yay, Twinkies!
We try to anticipate the sorts of books, movies, and other materials you would like us to provide, but if we haven't bought something you think we should have, you can let us know. From the library's homepage you can click on "contact us" (on the upper right), then select the "tell us what to buy" link (second from the last choice). Or from the catalog search screen you can click on the "suggest a purchase" link (one of the gray choices at the bottom), then tell us whether you are a public library user or a university library user by choosing one of the "select a title for" options. Either way, once you're at the light green "tell us what we should buy" screen, only a few info boxes are required (those with red stars), but the more information you can give us the easier it will be for us to find the item you want. We can't promise that we will buy everything you suggest, but a librarian will consider your request, and most of the purchase requests we receive are granted. We are your library, so tell us how we can serve you!
Willow Glen Library is offering a variety of fun events for kids and families as part of our Summer Reading Celebration, "One World, Many Stories." Our special events are scheduled for Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m. Already we've enjoyed the magic and puppetry of Tony Borders and Latin American music from Colibri, shown in the video clip. If you missed these, don't despair; there are several more exciting events coming up! Mark your calendars for:
World Craft Day, Saturday July 2 at 2 p.m. Make a paper flower, an origami rabbit, a Chinese fan, and other crafts from around the world!
Monsters of the World craft and story, Saturday, July 9, at 2 p.m. Hear a folktale, make a paper collage monster, and learn how monsters can be found in folktales throughout the world.
Puppet Show, Saturday, July 16, at 2 p.m. Enjoy Caterpillar Puppets' new bilingual show, "Aztec Pinocchio."
Family Concert with Peter Apel, Saturday, July 23, at 2 p.m. Singer-songwriter Peter Apel will delight even the youngest children with his quirky original songs and magic tricks.
All events are free. See you there!
Do you like to knit and/or crochet? Do you want to learn? You are welcome to attend the Knit and Crochet Club that meets Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:00 PM in Meeting Room B at the Edenvale Branch Library. Learn, mentor, or just come to work on your own projects in good company. Adults, teens and children are welcome.
The San José Public Library carries a lot of books about knitting and crocheting. Here are a few you may enjoy:
Check out other blog posts about knitting and crocheting.
Have you ever read a book and wondered, "There has to be another side to this story." Many authors solve that mystery for you by giving you two, three, and even more voices and narrators in one novel in order to give you multiple perspectives of the same situation. In Dash and Lily's Book of Dares, Rachel Cohn and David Levithan co-write the story of two teens on a holiday scavenger hunt in New York City. A sweet romance blossoms with Dash and Lily through the clues in a red notebook passed between each other. The alternating chapters of each character creates the real feeling of how paths cross and misunderstandings occur in a relationship.
Told through letters between a couple over the course of ten years, Upstate by Kalisha Buckhanon is a story of raw emotion about Antonio, in jail as a sixteen year old for a horrendous crime, and Natasha, his girlfriend still in the outside world, and trying to sustain this strained relationship.
Check out some other books that use multiple narrators:
We hit the road in last week's installment of our "You Are Here" summer reading lists. It was a long drive, but we've finally arrived at the Atlantic. These books below take place along the East Coast. Get your passport ready, because next week we're crossing the pond.
Also, don't forget to enter your five book reviews online to score your free book and to get entered into our gift card raffles. If you create a video review, you'll also be entered to win a Nook Color. Keep up the great reading!
The Daughters by Joanna Philbin
In New York City, three fourteen-year-old best friends who are all daughters of celebrities watch out for each other as they try to strike a balance between ordinary high school events, such as finding a date for the homecoming dance, and family functions like walking the red carpet with their famous parents.
Delirium by Lauren Oliver
In this dystopian sci-fi tale, Lena looks forward to receiving the government-mandated cure that prevents the delirium of love and leads to a safe, predictable, and happy life in her hometown of Portland, Maine, until ninety-five days before her eighteenth birthday and her treatment, when she falls in love.
Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist by Rachel Cohn & David Levithan
It's the night of Nick, Norah and NYC. Their chance meeting turns into a crusade to find a legendary rock band's secret show, which somehow ends up as a first date, and ultimately becomes a night that will change their lives forever.
Summer of the Geek by Piper Banks
Fifteen-year-old Miranda's summer job in Florida as au pair to a ten-year-old piano prodigy proves to be as challenging as keeping out of her stepmother's way, passing her driving test, and holding her boyfriend's interest when his former girlfriend returns.
Surface Tension: A Novel in Four Summers by Brent Runyon
During the summer vacations of his thirteenth through his sixteenth year at the family's lake cottage in upstate New York, Luke realizes that although some things stay the same over the years that many more change.
Tell Us We're Home by Marina Budhos
Three immigrant girls from different parts of the world meet and become close friends in a small New Jersey town where their mothers have found domestic work, but their relationships are tested when one girl's mother is accused of stealing a precious heirloom.
Vampire High by Douglas Rees
When his family moves from California to New Sodom, Massachusetts, and Cody enters Vlad Dracul Magnet School, many things seem strange, from the dark-haired, pale-skinned, supernaturally strong students to Charon, the wolf who guides him around campus onthe first day.
If you are thinking about starting a business or have a business idea, the first thing people will tell you is to write a business plan. Some things you might be thinking are: Do I really need to do this? I know what I am doing. I don't have time to write this thing that I will never use.
It does take time to get your business plan together but it is usually necessary if you want to get financing or looking for partners/ investors. Plus, the business plan is not only to sell your business idea to others but it really is a roadmap and guide for yourself. It helps keep you on track with spending, profit goals, and so you don't lose sight of the "big picture". To get you started on your business plan the library has a few resources:
How to Write a Business Plan by Mike McKeever
Anatomy of a Business Plan by Linda Pinson
And if you can't get to the library, we have resources available online:
Business Plans for Dummies by Paul Tiffany
Small Business Reference Center: Full-text of the Nolo title How to Write a Business Plan and business plan samples.
In addition SCORE has great business plan templates available online.
Our Independence Day will be on Monday, July 4th. The library has several books and resources to help your child learn more about this special holiday and discover fun and memorable ways to celebrate it! Here are some recommended titles:
Independence Day: Birthday of the United States by Elaine Landau
Learn about the meaning and history of Independence Day, the day when the United States declared its independence from England in 1776. This is a substantial book that contains historical facts about this holiday, information on how it is celebrated and two fun projects that you and your child can work on to celebrate: "Glitter Sparklers" and "Celebration Ice Cream Sundae."
Fourth of July Fireworks by Patrick Merrick
Ever wonder how Fourth of July fireworks are used and made? This book contains intriguing information about the Independence Day holiday and the fireworks that are used to make this holiday exciting, festive and memorable.
Star Spangled Crafts by Kathy Ross
Have a fun Independence Day by creating something special! This book will teach you and your child how to make a variety of Independence Day themed crafts, such as a firecracker lapel pin, a flag mosaic, an American eagle magnet and much more!
Here are fun ways to celebrate Independence Day:
Please see a librarian at your library for more recommendations.
Okay for Now, by Gary Schmidt. It's 1968 and fourteen year old Doug Swieteck and his family have just moved to "stupid Marysville," a small town in New York where he doesn't think anything interesting or good will ever happen for him. Some things, though, are still the same: his brother's "twisted criminal mind," his father's cruelty, and his mother's beautiful smile. Doug tells the story of his family and of his gradual discovery that life in a small town, even one so far from Yankee stadium, can be pretty wonderful. He becomes good friends with feisty Lillian Spicer. A caring librarian, Mr. Powell, teaches Doug about drawing and painting. A couple teachers at his school take an interest in Doug and help him to see possibilities for himself. Sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking, this book makes you care deeply for Doug and wonder how it's going to turn out for him.
This book is also available as a book on cd and as a downloadable electronic audio book, wonderfully narrated by Lincoln Hoppe. For those of you who like to read on your computer or other eReading device, we also have an EPUB format of this book.
The Wednesday Wars, Schmidt's Newberry Honor winning book is a companion book to Okay for Now and also features Doug and his friends.
No, no, no. You can't come to the library looking for a date. Well, actually, I suppose you can. After all, they do say "Check out a librarian!" But what I mean is that in this modern world where most of us are sitting at computers for most of the day, you can turn that screen time to productive use in finding that special someone. Oh, there are lots of online dating sites out there. And you may even have been brave enough to try out one (or two...). But here is how hip your library is: You can find materials on how to (and how NOT to) do it at the library!
Backgammon has a long history, starting in ancient times and evolving to modern online play. It is a game of both luck and strategy. According to the website Gammoned.com, the term "backgammon" is likely to have derived in 1645 from the Saxon words "baec" (back) and "gamen" (game). But the game is believed to have begun in Mesopotamia in the Persian empire (present day Iran, Iraq, and Syria) and is the oldest known recorded board game in history. You can take part in this ancient tradition by joining the Backgammon Club at the Vineland Branch Library on Thursdays from 11am to 1pm. And, of course, you can brush up on its history and strategy by checking out these books at your library!
Save the date of Saturday, July 23, 2011 for the upcoming Friends of the Edenvale Branch Library Book Sale in the library's Community Room. This awesome sale will begin at 10:00 AM and will end at 6:00 PM. Choose from thousands of gently used books and media for kids, teens and adults. All purchases will go to help support programs and events at the Edenvale Branch Library.
You are welcome to visit and like the Friends of the Edenvale Library's Facebook page. There are many different Friends Groups throughout San José Public Library that support programs for kids, teens and adults.
Squish is an amoeba who first appears in Babymouse: Mad Scientist, written by sister and brother team Jennifer L. Holm & Matthew Holm. Squish also appears in his own series, starting with volume one, Squish, Super Amoeba. These kid friendly graphic novels are great for readers of all ages, especially elementary school students.
Do you want to learn more? Please visit the following websites:
In addition to reading graphic novels, do you like to create your own graphic novels? If so, please check out our Graphic Novel Making Contest. Happy reading, writing and drawing!
The 1949-1959 VW Beetle by Bob Wilson is the authority source for anyone looking to restore a Type 1 (Beetle) Volkswagen. The author documents, through both text and photo-illustrations, annual changes/modifications to the car. Since many of these changes were subtle, his research is invaluable and very difficult to locate in other sources. As my son & I restored our 1958 Beetle, we looked to this book many times as a guide in choosing a color, part, or material.
Tony Borders recently brought his unique brand of puppetry, ventriloquism and magic to Willow Glen Library as we kicked off our Summer Reading Celebration. Tony entertained children and families with his "Critter Continents" show about animals from around the world. Missed it? You can catch Tony's show at Joyce Ellington Branch Library on July 12 or at the Evergreen Branch Library on July 28. Check the library calendar for more events throughout the summer.
All PDF versions of books published by the National Academies Press are now free to download. This includes more than 4000 titles, and various future reports. Visit http://www.nap.edu to access these free eBooks.
From the beginning of this book, readers are quickly drawn into the world of post-Taliban Afghanistan as they follow the life of a young girl named Jameela. Mor, which means Mother in Pushto, taught Jameela how to care for a house and to observe Muslim traditions. She wears her porani, a shawl type head covering, and always performs her prayers. When Mor dies Jameela is left in the care of her father. Unfortunately he is not the typical caring father; he doesn't have a job and has other bad habits.
Jameela and her father, whom she calls Baba, travel to Kabul from their very small village; there he hopes to find a job. Rather than a job, Baba finds another family. Jameela tries her best to be helpful to her new stepmother, but nothing she does satisfies her. Jameela hears her father and stepmother arguing about her. What happens next between Jameela and her father is almost unbelievable, but since this story is based on real life it reminds us that things like this happen.
It was difficult for me to put this book down; I was anxious to find out what happened to Jameela. As I followed her through all her ups and downs I was cheering her on, wishing I could help her as she adjusts to her new life. I enthusiastically recommend Wanting Mor by Rukhsana Khan.
This book is based on real events which took place after the 2001 American invasion of Afghanistan.
Learn a language online with Mango Languages! You are invited to see a demonstration at the Edenavle Branch Library on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 11:00 am.
Mango Languages can teach you conversation skills for a great variety of languages, including Spanish, French, and Vietnamese. ESL courses are also available with Mango Languages. This useful service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week from the library's website.
You can find Mango Languages by visiting our Databases Page, then click on "Learn A Language" found under "Subject Specific Resources." Click on "Mango Languages" then create a profile. If you are using a computer outside of the library, you will need to enter your library card and pin number.
Happy learning!
Yesterday was the first official day of summer, (as if you couldn't tell by the heat, right?) . I hope you all have signed up for the Summer Reading Celebration by now! As I promised last week in my first installment of my "You Are Here" reading lists for the summer, I'm back for another adventure. This week we are hitting the open road before we arrive at our next destination. This list is all about road trips across these great fifty states of ours. Some of them are wild, some are fun, and some are a bit sad, depending on your mood. So grab your convenience store snacks, put together an awesome playlist, round up your friends, and let's go!
You Are Here: American Road Trips
Amy & Roger's Epic Detour by Morgan Matson
After the death of her father, Amy sets out with Roger on a carefully planned road trip from California to Connecticut, but they wind up taking many detours, forcing Amy to face her worst fears and come to terms with her grief and guilt. Like a scrapbook, there are photos, receipts, drawings, and playlists throughout the novel, which enhance the story.
An Abundance of Katherines by John Green
Colin Singleton always falls for girls named Katherine--and he's been dumped by a Katherine 19 times, to be exact. Letting expectations go and allowing love are at the heart of his hilarious quest to find his missing piece and avenge dumpees everywhere.
As Easy as Falling Off the Face of the Earth by Lynne Rae Perkins
A teenaged boy encounters one comedic calamity after another when his train strands him in the middle of nowhere. Meanwhile, his parents, grandfather, and even the family dogs encounter adventures of their own as they all try to make their way back home.
Hit the Road by Caroline Cooney
Brit has had her driver's license only 11 days when her parents drop her off to stay at her grandmother's house for two weeks while they go on vacation. Little do they know Brit is headed for a three-state road trip with Nannie to pick up her college roommates and bring them to their alma mater for their 65th--and most likely final--reunion.
Night Road by A.M. Jenkins
Turns out vampires can take road trips, too. Battling his own memories and fears, Cole, an extraordinarily conscientious vampire, and his friend, impulsive Sandor, spend a few months on the road, trying to train a young man who recently joined their ranks.
Rules of the Road by Joan Bauer
Hired by Madeline Gladstone, the president of a shoe company, to help her prevent a corporate takeover, 16-year-old Jenna Boller embarks on an eye-opening adventure that teaches both of them the rules of the road--and the rules of life.
I read this book initially to compare with the movie that will be in theatres November of this year. I enjoyed how there was a good amount of detail put in the book. She describes how the characters feel, what they are thinking, and so much more.
Starting Monday, June 27, 2011 the following operating days and hours will be observed at all 18 branches of the San José Public Library system. Branches will be on a four day schedule.
Monday-Thursday Branches and Schedule
Monday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday Branches and Schedule
Wednesday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday -Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library remains open seven days a week. The following schedule for the King Library is in effect through August 23, at which time the new schedule for the academic year will be announced.
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
There are extended hours during summer school for San José State University and students of National Hispanic University, Evergreen and San José City College only from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., Monday through Wednesday.
For information about San José Public Library Branches and the King Library, visit: www.sjpl.org/locations or call (408) 808-2000.
Would you like to learn how to juggle? Would you like to watch a professional juggler as he balances watermelons and raw eggs? Would you like to see him do his tricks while riding a six-foot-high unicycle?
Just a brief message to inform any knitters out there that our Knitting Group will be on vacation for a couple of weeks, thus cancelling the June 22nd and June 29th meeting dates. Beginning in July our superb knitting volunteer will be back, but for now Maria está de vacaciones!
Like most parents, I have already signed up my children for the summer reading program. My soon to be second grader wants to know "what else is going on at the library where you work, Mom." While I jot down a list of fun things for her and her little sister to do at the Tully Library, I thought I'd share it with the rest of the parents in this community.
At the top of my list is the For Goodness Snakes program. I hosted this program last year and everyone was absolutely fascinated with these amazing creatures. It was wonderful to see both children and adults interacting with these fearsome looking, but quite gentle animals. This is one program that Natalie will not miss this year!
There are four more items on that list of mine. For my youngest daugher, I have the Music & Movement program to keep her entertained. I also include Monsters of the World just in case Natalie likes to be scared a little. For the family, the Kids in the Kitchen and the Spectacular Smoothie programs will be fun and educational at the same time. Hopefully, everyone will learn to make healthier snacks after these workshops.
If you haven't signed up for tons of activities for your children already this summer, please check out these fun and free programs at your local library.
I love maps. In school we always had maps to look at. At home we always had an atlas in the cupborar and a road atlas in the car, in addition to several sets of road maps carefully folded for use when we were planning trips. Maps are every where, we use them in many aspects of our lives. When giving someone directions, or describing how some place is situated, how often do we make a small map to aid in our descriptions. Humans have been making maps for centuries and those maps usually give us an insight into how we understood the physical nature of the world. In the 16th century, when the European expansion started, along with the reniassance learning in Europe, sailors had a problem--how do you correctly represent your current position and chart your course on a two-dimensional, flat map when you are actually positioned on a sphere ? How could the three dimensional globe be translated into a two dimensional map and allow the navigators to maintain true compass bearings? Enter Gerhard Mercator, who developed the cartographical idea of projection. This innovation, used mainly by mariners, allowed for ship's navigators to plot their courses and show their location on a map more accurately. But this technique is something we have all seen. Many of those maps our teachers used in school, or, those maps we have on the wall may be using Mercator's projection. We still use Mercator's projection on maps frequently. This innovation, combined with the means to accurately calculate longitude (see Dava Sobel's book "Longitude" about John Harrison, who won the greatest of the Longitude Prizes for his invention of a timepiece that kept consistent accurate time and thereby made it possible to calculate latitude and longitude more accurately) made transoceanic travel far safer in suceeding centuries. If you want to know more about Gerhard Mercator, and the many developments and advances in geospatial sciences, come to the library. We will be happy to direct you to materials on geography, cartography, as well as many other subjects.
The Watery Part of the World by Michael Parker – This beautifully-written story takes place in two separate time periods which sometimes, like water, seem to blend together--the early 1800's and the 1970's--on storm-beaten Yaupon Island off the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The historical portion of the novel deals with the mystery of the missing daughter of disgraced Vice-President Aaron Burr, Theodosia, who disappeared at sea in 1813. For purposes of this story, she was saved from death by pirates by feigning insanity and survived, barely, on Yaupon, forever cut off from the mainland and her former life. She is the ancestress of two older sisters, Maggie and Whaley, who struggle to remain on the island of their births, now down to a population of three, in the 70's. Woodrow Thornton, the only other modern inhabitant and himself a descendant of a freed slave who worked for Theodosia, is the sisters' only support system; together they cling to their intermingled yet solitary island lives.
The Silent Land by Graham Joyce – I really had a hard time putting this book down! I found myself wanting to finish it quickly without detouring to read other books as I often do. Essentially it is a love story about a married couple on a ski holiday who get caught in an avalanche but manage to rescue themselves, only to find themselves in an evacuated mountain village still being threatened. An impending sense of doom permeates, while at the same time the story is moving and uplifting. The novel can only be described as compelling because although the reader suspects where the story is going, it is necessary to find out the meaning of the trip!
Miss Timmin's School for Girls by Nayana Currimbhoy – This atmospheric fiction debut is set in a girl's boarding school in 1974 India where world societal changes that started in the sixties have filtered into even this closed society. In a bit of a switch, scandals are brought by the adults in charge rather than the students themselves. Stories and rumors swirl around the proper headmistress and her teachers, including Charu Apte, the new teacher from a respectable family with secrets of its own, and the wild English woman teacher, Moira Prince, who sets her sights on Charu. Moira seduces sheltered 21-year-old Charu and introduces her to characters in the community offering the glamor of casual drugs and vice; then one night during the monsoon season the conflicted Charu quarrels with Moira who then falls - or is pushed - to her death in a mountainous area known as "table-land." These plot lines are woven together as part cultural lesson and part 70's history lesson, with portrayals of terrific student characters who turn into sleuths to attempt to solve all the mysteries.
Sister by Rosamund Lupton – This is another compelling read which is a psychological thriller/mystery but is also a moving family story about an older sister's love for her younger sister. Beatrice rushes to London from her home in New York when she learns her free-spirited younger sister Tess is missing; when Tess is found dead and Beatrice learns that she died shortly after giving birth to a stillborn child, she refuses to believe that Tess took her own life. Soon she is virtually inhabiting her sister's life, living where she lived, working where she worked, in an effort to solve the mystery of her untimely death. The story is written in the form of letter to her sister; the reader knows that somehow Beatrice has proved her theory and that Tess was actually murdered, but the search for the killer continues until the final twist ending. There is a lot of buzz about this book!
Play is a great way for children to learn about the world around them. On Saturday, June 11, 2011, the Tully Community Branch Library hosted Play and Learn Textures, an event that allows children and their parents/caregivers to try out a variety of hands-on activities that stimulate a child's brain and teach sensory awareness.
Missed this program at Tully? It will be held at the following libraries throughout the month of June:
The Summer Reading Celebration begins tomorrow, June 18th, and in honor of this year's theme for teens, I've put together some fun reading lists of recommended reads for teens that will take you around the world. I will be sharing these lists with you throughout the summer, with each list containing a set of books featuring a new location. Since all of travels start at home, I'm kicking it off with a set of books that take place right here in the Bay Area. Read and enjoy, and don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Celebration!
The Alchemyst by Michael Scott
While working at summer jobs in San Francisco, twins Sophie and Josh find themselves caught up in the deadly, centuries-old struggle between rival alchemists.
American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang
This graphic novel features three intertwining stories about Chinese Americans, including Jin Wang, a boy raised in San Francisco's Chinatown who moves with his family to the suburbs.
Estrella's Quinceañera by Malín Alegría
San Jose teen Estrella is turning 15, and her mother and aunt are planning a gaudy, traditional quinceañera for her, even though it is the last thing she wants.
Little Brother by Cory Doctorow
After being wrongly imprisoned by the Department of Homeland Security in the aftermath of a major terrorist attack on San Francisco, seventeen-year-old Marcus must use his computer hacking skills to set things right in this action-packed techno-thriller.
The Wild Girls by Pat Murphy
When thirteen-year-old Joan moves to the Bay Area in 1972, she becomes friends with Sarah, who shares her passion for creative writing, and after winning a writing contest together, they are recruited for an exclusive summer writing class that gives them new insights into themselves and others.
Wish: A Novel by Alexandra Bullen
After her vivacious twin sister dies, a shy teenage girl moves with her parents to San Francisco, where she meets a magical seamstress who grants her one wish.
Want a fun way to introduce important scientific concepts such as the elements, evolution and astronomy to your young child? Do you and your child enjoy poetry? If your answer to these questions is "YES" then you should read Science Verse by Jon Scieszka. Our hero falls asleep in science class and dreams that his teacher has zapped him with a curse of Science Verse. Every concept is explained in poetic verse that will remind the reader of famous poems. There is even a poem about dinosaurs titled "Dino-Sore" that will remind you of "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe! The illustrations by Lane Smith are top notch and add to the reading and learning fun.
If your child loves Science Verse check out Math Curse by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith.
Update: the winner of the booktrailer contest is Nathan Verdonk from the Willow Glen Branch. Congratulations Nathan!
Watch the winning video here:
Teens: are you tired of just writing book reviews for Summer Reading?
How about a book trailer instead?
Tape a short clip, upload it to YouTube or a similar website, share the link with us and be entered into the contest to win a NOOK color.
You can be as creative as you want - just don't give away the ending!
Here are the details:
Tape a short clip, upload it to YouTube or a similiar website
Sign up for Summer Reading by creating your account here
Enter the title of the book you are reviewing
In the box where you would usually type your book review, post the link to your video
That's it!
Don't have a digital camera? Need help uploading the clip? Come to the taping session at the Cambrian Branch on July 19th from 3pm to 5pm.
Of course this will also count towards your Summer Reading goal and will enter you in the bi-weekly drawings.
Entries for the contest will be accepted from June 18th until July 30th. The winner will be announced in August.
The City of San Jose will hold an event at City Hall to offer services to homeless people in our community. The event will be on July 1, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to helping homeless people, the Department of Housing is looking for volunteers to help during the event. Please visit Project Homeless Connect to find out more.
Meriwest Credit Union has partnered with us to provide 2 seminars on Access to Capital for Small Business. These seminars will explain what financial institutions are looking for when underwriting small business loans and what entrepreneurs can do to improve their chances of approval of their loan request. If you are starting up a business and need funding these seminars should be very informative. The Tully Community Branch Library and the Rosegarden Branch Library will be hosting the seminars on Wednesday, June 22 and June 29 respectively from 6:30 pm- 7:30 pm.
Are you a business owner looking to grow your business with social media? Or maybe you just want to know what all this social media hype is about and what it means to your business? Then please join us at San José City Hall, Thursday, June 23 for the Social Media Conference. The library and Business Owner Space have partnered to put on this huge event that will feature speakers from social media leaders like Yelp, Facebook, Living Social, among others. It will be informative, fun, and a great opportunity for networking. Registration is recommended.
SAN JOSE, Calif. ---San José Public Library's Summer Reading Celebration kicks off on Saturday, June 18 at all 19 locations. This year's theme allows participants to travel to a foreign destination through their neighborhood library.
All are welcome to enrich their minds through reading and learning this summer. Signing up for the reading celebration is quick, easy and free. Teens and adults will have the opportunity to register online starting June 18 and create a personal account to record reading accomplishments. Children are invited to stop by their local branch library with a parent or guardian to sign up and pickup a reading passport to track their progress.
Once the sign-up is completed, every eBook, audio book and/or book the participant reads or listens to from June 18 through July 30 will count toward program prize requirements. Full prize details are available at www.sjpl.org/SRC2011. Prizes can be claimed at a local library.
The library will also host a variety of multicultural events for all ages that include live performances, activities and programs. Check the library's online Calendar page at www.sjpl.org/calendar for event details and listings at all 19 locations.
This year's Summer Reading Celebration is made possible with additional support from the Friends of the King Library and branch library Friends groups.
For more information on the Summer Reading Celebration contact your local branch library or visit www.sjpl.org/SRC2011.
About San José Public Library
San José Public Library system (SJPL) is the largest public library system between San Francisco and Los Angeles, serving a culturally diverse population of approximately 946,000 in the nation's 10th largest city. SJPL is recognized across the country for its innovation and leadership in the field and is one of the busiest library systems nationwide, with an annual checkout rate of nearly 14 million items.
BookFlix is a new digital collection of animated books and games for kids grades K through 3. You can watch animated storybooks, read books online, and play fun educational games. Both classic fictional video storybooks from Weston Woods and non-fiction eBooks are available. Try it out and let us know what you think in a comment!
I don't know about you, but I like too cook. I, like many people, have a standard battery of receipes that I know basically from memory that I can throw together without too much effort and make/prepare quickly. Some of my culinary arsenal are: chicken in tarragon-mustard sauce; Hungarian goulash; chicken a l'orange; grilled asparagus with truffle oil and chopped pistachios, braised pork chops or pork loin in apple cider, roast beef with carrots and potatoes. However I struggle with some dishes that don't always turn out right. One of my challenges is to make the perfect creme brulee that doesn't curdle and has the creamiest texture. Cooking for geeks
What's that and how do you play? At least once or twice a year, the Family Learning Center at Tully Library offers these fun opportunities for parents to fine-tune their parenting skills and enjoy the whole experience while they are doing it. This year, the program will take place on Thursday, June 23 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. How often do you have the opportunity to share your woes with total strangers and have the support and advice from people who may have the same experiences as you?
So, don't miss out on this opportunity! Come and join in the fun! We have prizes waiting to be won, courtesy of the Friends of the Tully Library.
Chơi Bingo Để Biết Thêm về Cách Giáo Dục Con Cái. Chúng ta vừa học hỏi, vừa chơi và vừa có thể thắng được quà!
¡Ven a aprender abilidades de crianza mientras que usted juega! Los premios serán proporcionados por los Amigos de la Biblioteca.
The Edenvale Branch Library is happy to present the "Critters & Continents Puppet Show" by Tony Borders on Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 11:00 am.
Families will learn about different continents and hear from the special animals who live there! Tony Borders, puppeteer, magician and ventriloquist, will present this fun show for the entire family in the Edenvale Branch Library Community Room.
Check out Tony Borders' website to see pictures of some awesome puppets!
This delightful show will also be presented at the following locations:
I know there has been quite a bit of confusion lately about whether library cards are still free.
The Santa Clara County Library District recently decided to begin charging non-District residents an annual fee of $80 for a library card. Residents of the Library District will receive cards at no charge.
The Library District includes the cities of Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Milpitas, Campbell, Saratoga, Monte Sereno, Cupertino, Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, as well as unincorporated areas. The other cities in the County, including San Jose, operate municipal libraries.
The District Library has experienced such a high amount of use by non-residents that its ability to meet the needs of its own residents was compromised.
As San Jose reduced its hours and services in recent years, many San Jose residents began to use nearby District Libraries and also the Santa Clara City Library as their primary library.
The District Library is the only one that is charging for a non-resident card. All the municipal libraries in the County (Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto and San Jose) continue at this time to issue a library card to non-residents.
QR codes are 2D barcodes that are used to contain information on URLs, addresses, text messages etc. They can be read (scanned) using QR code reader software, if it is downloaded to your mobile device or computer. Recently they are used by the libraries to direct patrons with mobile devices to certain URLs with information on virtual tours, catalog pages, to text messages on policies or interlibrary loan information.
You can generate your own QR code by going to QR code generators pages (just type in "QR code generator" using Google). Easy to use sites that generate QR codes for you: qrcode.kaywa.com and delivr.com/qr-code-generator.
The QR Codes site describes very well the usage of QR coding in the libraries.
The setting: A radio station in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, 1975. In Late Nights on Air, Elizabeth Hay depicts the frozen Canadian north on the verge of major changes: the arrival of television, oil and gas exploration, and heightened tensions between natives and outsiders.
For anyone who has a romantic yearning to go to or return to the northern wilderness, this book evokes all the lonely beauty of the land (and sky). And the author is absolutely on target in her portrayal of the misfits, dreamers, emotional refugees and native peoples who create lives for themselves on the edge of the tundra- just the way you would find them if you traveled to a remote, icy frontier. The plot leads in a meandering way to unexpected twists of fortune, romantic pairings, and tragedy; my interest in these (for the most part) sympathetic, complex characters kept me hooked throughout.
I loved Ann Patchett's Bel Canto and Run is just as good. Race relations, politics, faith, family loyalty and death are just some of the major themes. Every character is so well drawn - from the emotionally spent former mayor of Boston to the young girl who stalks the mayor and his two adopted sons. A couple of passages are so memorable and full of meaning, that I've read them over and over: the inner thoughts of the old priest in the retirement home ("It would be possible to overlook just about anything if you were trained to constantly strain forward to see the power and the glory that way waiting up ahead. What a shame it would have been to miss God while waiting for Him."), and of the poor young black girl sprinting around the track at Harvard ("She no longer felt like touching all the dirt and the muck she had so patiently submitted herself to so that people would think she was a very nice girl. She was not such a very nice girl. Nobody who was very, very nice would ever work this hard to take something they wanted only for themselves.").
Naming a baby is sometimes quite a dilemma for parents. Bring Back Beatrice! (by Jennifer Griffin) is a handy tool for you to pick that beautiful but sometimes unpopular name for your newborn. With a subtitle that reads, "1,108 Baby Names with Meaning, Character, and A Little bit of Attitude," this book brings back names that went out of fashion or have been forgotten such as Ursula, Miriam, Leah, Kendrick, Everett, Philippa, and many more. Each entry has a short historical note, variations, nicknames, and alternatives. In booklet format Bring Back Beatrice! will help you browse and pick with ease that special name that makes your child stand out from the crowd, and hopefully be inspired for future greatness.
This year's theme is Travel and World Culture. Come to the library to see fun performers like Caterpillar Puppets performing 'Aztec Pinocchio'; pick up a stamp and mailing label so you can send us a postcard from wherever the summer takes you (from Milpitas to Miami to Madrid); and, of course, read books to earn prizes! For more information, please visit our Summer Reading 2011 page.
If you'd like to start reading books that are related to the theme, try these book lists created by librarians at other libraries:
One World, Many Stories (for children)
You Are Here (for teens)
Novel Destinations (for adults)
Or, of course, visit your local library and ask a librarian for recommendations.
Father's Day is on Sunday, June 19th! The library has a great collection of books and resources for your child to make Father's Day special and memorable! Here are a few recommended titles:
Father's Day by Laura Alden For Father's Day, Steven and Sara decide to surprise their dad by inviting him to go fishing with them. However, the rainy weather spoiled their fishing plans. As a result, Steven and Sara used their imaginations to create an alternative plan to have a fun and memorable Father's Day celebration. |
Happy Father's Day by Mercer Mayer Little Critter and Little Sister plans a big surprise celebration for Dad and Grandpa on Father's Day through a variety of amusing activities, such as making cards, doing a magic show, cooking a special breakfast and much more. |
Papa and Me by Arthur Dorros |
It's Father's Day, Charlie Brown! by Judy Katschke |
Father's Day Crafts by Fay Robinson |
All New Crafts for Mother's Day and Father's Day by Kathy Ross |
Here are other ways to celebrate Father's Day:
For more recommendations, please see a Youth Services Librarian at your library.
Several weeks ago I went to the Bay Area Maker Faire, an annual event for inventors and do-it-yourself enthusiasts. A combination county fair with side shows of steam punk vehicle rides, the Maker Faire has been described as a playground for geeks. In the building featuring O'Reilly Publications (a sponsor), I found Cooking for Geeks: Real Science, Great Hacks and Good Food. This is a cookbook for those wanting to know how food works: there are sections on the chemical reactions that occur when heating and cooling food, the role of air in baking, food additives (make your own liquid smoke), and kitchen hardware as well as ways to organize your equipment and ingredients. Interspersed are recipes and interviews with innovative cooks, scientists and foodies. Writer Jeff Potter has his own blog and you can sign up for email, Facebook and Twitter updates.
By the way, another Maker Faire sponsor TechShop will open up a site this month in downtown San Jose a few blocks from King Library.
Coming this summer to a branch near you: Chess Classes tought by Rob Soul from Kids & Chess!
These six week long classes are a fun way to learn the basics and will create a solid foundation for future master chess players.
Rob has a great website to acccompany the classes, so even if you miss a session or two, you can follow along online.
Join us for this fun summer activity at one of these locations:
Joyce Ellington Branch: Mondays @ 5pm
Rose Garden Branch: Wednesdays @ 6pm
Almaden Branch: Thursdays @ 2pm
Santa Teresa Branch: Fridays @ 2pm
Hillview Branch: Saturdays @ 2pm
All classes will start in the first week of July except for Joyce Ellington Branch, where classes will start on 07/11.
Please sign up for the classes in person or by phone at the branch where the classes will be held.
And while you are waiting for the classes to start, check out one of our new chess books:
Checkmate for children : mastering the most important skill in chess
After months of debating which eReader to buy, I finally decided to go with the new Simple Touch Reader Nook from Barnes & Noble. The reviews so far have been overwhelmingly positive, with sites like CNET & PC Magazine naming it a top pick. It features a featherweight ergonomic design, amazing battery life, and e-ink technology. I personally prefer it to the Nook Color because I find the Nook Color's LCD screen a bit harder on the eyes for extended reading. The new Simple Touch Nook doesn't have the bells and whistles of an iPad or other tablet computer, but if you're looking for something simple, fairly affordable, and hassle-free to use just for reading books, then this Nook might be for you.
Check out some great Nook-specific instructions on how to get started with SJPL's OverDrive eBook collection, or visit OverDrive's help page. I'm having a great time so far with the many titles available for download. It's exciting to be able to continue to use the many great (and free!) resources that the library has to offer, but in a brand new way.
Ever wonder what other libraries are like? Now you can explore the San José Public Library's Tully Community Branch from home by taking a virtual tour, discovering why customers visit the library and what services are provided with these informative and fun videos. Then, once you've completed your virtual visit, be sure to stop by for a real visit!
Tully Community Branch Library Virtual Tour - Explore the Tully Community Branch Library from the comfort of your own home with this narated tour.
Why Do You Come to the Library? - Find out different reasons why customers just like you come to the library.
A Day in the Life of Tully Community Branch Library - Follow a typical day in the life of the Tully Community Branch Library, including a glimps of what goes on "behind the scenes."
It's All at Your Local Library! - Check out this quick video showing off what the library has to offer.
See a program on Tully's Event Calendar that you're curious about? Check out some of these fun videos for programs that have been offered at the Tully Library:
Novels don't get any better than this. The GoodLife is expertly written by former Stanford creative writing instructor Keith Scribner. A married couple decides to kidnap a local executive and demand ransom money to fix their outsized money problems for good. Delusional amateur criminals, they think their plan is foolproof. Only a novel based on a real event could have the ring of veracity this story conveys. Read this book and have access to the writing chops of a master author. Additional copies are available through Link+ by using your San José Public Library card.
Mass Mutual provided Free Child ID cards for emergency identification at the Tully Community Branch Library on Saturday, June 11. All the child's information, including weight, height, fingerprints and a photo were printed onto identification paperwork and ID cards for emergencies such as a child going missing.
This free service will be held at the following libraries throughout the month:
Tuesday, June 14: Alviso Branch
Wednesday, June 15: Hillview Branch
Thursday, June 16: Pearl Avenue Branch
Thursday, June 23: Evergreen Branch
Saturday, June 25: Berryessa Branch
Wednesday, June 29: Joyce Ellington Branch
Also, safety is an important part of childhood. Here are some books about safety that parents may wish to share with their children:
Keeping Safe by Cath Senker
Say No and Go: Stranger Safety by Jill L. Donahue
I Can Be Safe: A First Look at Safety by Pat Thomas, also available in Spanish
Barrio Bushido is destined to become a local classic in the mold of East Side Dreams. No less a literary luminary than Earl Shorris describes author Benjamin Bac Sierra as a "Latino Elmore Leonard" so don't expect flowery prose in this gritty urban novel. The author is a native San Franciscan, former homeboy (not homebody) and U.S. Marine. Along the way he earned a law degree and a master's degree in creative writing. He currently teaches at City College of San Francisco. His worldview is informed by the streets of the Mission District. Check out his blog, but mostly check out his novel. It is already on the reading lists for many college students.
Who likes ice cream?
Who likes both?
Kids who like both should get to Santa Teresa Library early on Saturday, June 18 (we open at 10 am). That is the first day of our Summer Reading Celebration and we are offering free ice cream to the first 100 kids who sign up for Summer Reading. And that's just the beginning of the fun day we have planned.
There will be Story Time at 11:00 am; a surprise entertainment 11:30 am-1:00 pm and at 2:00 pm you are invited to enjoy the comedy and antics of the Corny Crow Show. We hope kids will join us for as much of the day as they can. And while all of that is going on we will also be having a Mini-Book Sale. The Friends of the Santa Teresa Library and our TeensReach volunteers will be offering a handpicked selection of our best gently used books—stop by and pick up something for your summer reading pleasure. All proceeds will be used to benefit the library.
In the weeks to come there will be more Summer Reading fun in store. On Tuesday, June 21 at 3:00 pm we will be having a World Craft Day where kids can experiment with traditional crafts from other countries; and on Saturday, June 25 Mark Sanders will be here at 3:00 pm with his exciting show of Magic, Comedy and Illusion.
Summer Reading continues through July and we will be having more special events in the coming month. Be sure to pick up a calendar in the library or check online.
Summer Reading is open to all ages from Toddlers to Adults. Find out how to participate.
Happy Summer Reading to All!
I like beautiful beads and crystals. But how do I string those freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystal beads together to make wearable jewelry? I found a lot of beading books and instructional DVDs in the library and I made some bracelets (yes, I made those in the right photo) for myself. Other than jewelry, there are books showing that beads can be wonderful decoration in the house, such as this book: Beading: 20 Great Weekend Projects. You will be so proud of yourself wearing your handmade necklace or giving a gift to a friend. Happy beading!
The Rose Garden Branch Knitting Circle will donate their finished blanket to Project Linus.
The Knitting Circle volunteer group meets twice a month and is always looking for new members. The next meeting will be June 21st at 6:30pm downstairs in the Rose Garden Branch Library's Community Room. Beginners are welcome!
Meriwest Credit Union offers a series of free personal finance workshops for San José Public Library customers througout the month of June. Learn more about credit issues, identity theft, and financing a small business.
Workshops will be offered in the following topics:
All workshops are FREE and open to the public. No registration required.
Here is the schedule of workshops for June 2011:
Date |
Time |
Library Site |
Subject |
June 1 |
Credit Myths |
June 7 |
ID Theft |
June 10 |
Credit Myths |
June 14 |
Credit Myths |
June 15 |
ID Theft |
June 21 |
ID Theft |
June 22 |
Access to Capital for Small Businesses |
June 29 |
Access to Capital for Small Businesses |
On Thursday, June 9, 2011 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm, representatives from Mass Mutual will be available at the Edenvale Branch Library in order to create free child ID cards for emergency identification.
Safety is an important part of childhood. Here are some books about safety that parents may wish to share with their children.
Keeping Safe by Cath Senker
Say No and Go: Stranger Safety by Jill L. Donahue
I Can Be Safe: A First Look at Safety by Pat Thomas, also available in Spanish
In the first book of this series we were introduced to King. He's a dog, and a detective, who solved mysteries with his human, Kayla. When his family didn't return as planned from a trip to Springtown to visit Grandma, King ended up in the P-O-U-N-D. By being friendly, King, now known as Buddy, was adopted.
In the second book, The Case of the Mixed-Up Mutts, Buddy is adjusting to living with his new family, a boy named Connor and his mother. They live in his old neighborhood. As the book begins, Buddy is once again thinking about looking for his first family. But before he can begin his search, he becomes involved in a new mystery, two dogs have been switched! Can Buddy help them both get back to their real owners? While Buddy is helping these two dogs find their homes, he uses the (dog) Network to help the dogs who were switched. Buddy's plan to help the two dogs also helps him. He learns more about Springtown, where Kayla and her Dad went. Maybe something really did happen to them while they were there.
In the third book, The Case of the Missing Family, Buddy notices people moving furniture out of the house where he lived with Kayla and her family. He decides he must investigate and try to find out what happened to Kayla and her family. By now, thanks to the Network, Buddy has learned that there was a tornado in Springtown. Who are the people taking furniture from Kayla's house and where are they taking the furniture – to Kayla and her family? Is Kayla's Mom still away with the National Guard? Are they all OK?
When Buddy realizes he knows the people who are taking things away from his old house he decides to take action. He will stowaway in the van and see if it takes him to Kayla. Read book three to find out if Buddy finds Kayla and finally solves his most difficult mystery. A fun to read series about dogs and their people by Dori Hillestad Butler.
Updated April 2012
There are two additional books available in our collection as part of The Buddy Files series: The Case of the Fire Alarm and The Case of the Library Monster.
Are you learning English? If you wish to practice your conversational skills, you can come to the Edenvale Conversation Club. The next meeting is Friday, June 10 from 1:30 to 2:30 pm at Edenvale Branch Library.
The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives by Nigerian writer Lola Shoneyin, was an impulse title, one of those books that caught my eye demanding to be read. Not all is well in the household of the Alao family consisting of businessman Baba Segi, his four wives and seven children. After two years of marriage, Baba Segi's newest wife, Bolanle has not conceived and Baba Segi takes her to the hospital to find out why. The other wives, Iya Segi, Iya Tope and Iya Femi, all mothers of children, are jealous of Bolanle's college education and plot to make her leave. As Baba Segi and his wives take turns telling what happens in subsequent weeks, we learn more of the dynamics of this polygamist household, how Baba Segi acquired his wives and how the women have adapted and why they continue to remain in this plural marriage.
To find novels and short stories set in Nigeria, by Nigerian authors and other writers, do a keyword search in the library catalog using the words Nigeria fiction.
In The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse by Bruce Hale it all started like this: "It was a hot day in September. The kind of day when kindergarteners wake up cranky from their naps. The kind of day when teachers pull their hair and dream of moving to Antarctica. In other words, a normal school day." Chet Gecko, 4th grade lizard and private eye, is on the case again. This time, looking into Billy Chameleon's disappearance and as Chet sets about unraveling the mystery of Billy's whereabouts, he encounters a very large, very angry football player - Gila Monster, grouchy teachers, and the treacherous Rat Sisters.
Even though things get a little dicey for Chet, he figures it's worth it. He's been promised a pie from Billy's sister, Shirley if he can locate her missing brother. But not just any pie – stinkbug pie! Mmmmm. This scaly tale is full of fun and interesting characters, wacky humor and even some fascinating reptile facts.
If you want to follow Chet on his further adventures, he has a whole series of cases. Chet also has his own website where you can learn more about him and even learn how to draw him.
Welcome to our Summer Reading Celebration!!! This is a time when we can indulge our love of books and reading and encourage people to join in this "indulgence." This year's celebration begins June 18 and runs through the end of July. Our celebration is for EVERYONE! Everyone can take part! How can you participate? READ that book that you have wanted to read for sometime. Are there any reasons you have for not being able to read something you have wanted to read for some time? We would like you encourage you to take the time to read whatever it is you have wanted to read. Do you have a commute to work in the morning? Consider audio books, we have dozens of titles to choose from. You can get many in CD format for your morning and evening commute, many others you can get in downloadable format to listen to on your computer and transfer to a portable media device.
It's 1935 and 12-year-old Moose Flanagan has moved with his family to Alcatraz Island – home to such notorious criminals as Machine Gun Kelly and Al Capone. Moose's father has taken a job on the island as an electrician and prison guard while his mother focuses on getting his sister Natalie, who isn't like other kids, into a special school in San Francisco. Al Capone Does My Shirts is alternately funny and poignant as Moose tries to fit in at his new school, protect his sister, and stay out of trouble created by the warden's scheming daughter. Author Gennifer Choldenko researched civilian life on Alcatraz in the 1930s and has produced a believable tale that, besides being a fun read, makes a good choice for a historical fiction assignment for students in grades 5-8. Choldenko also draws upon her own experience as a family member of someone with special needs; children who have a sibling with autism or another developmental disability will especially relate to the story. For more of Moose's adventures on Alcatraz, check out the sequel, Al Capone Shines My Shoes.
In July, NetLibrary will become part of the Ebscohost platform. What does this mean? Your current NetLibrary account information; checkout/download history; current checkouts, downloads and any information on holds you may have placed on eBooks/Audiobooks; and any notes that you have created will not be migrated to the new system, and will no longer be available to you. So, if any of this account information is important to you, please make sure to save this information somewhere safe prior to July 16, 2011!
* Hike in a rain forest, swim in a bioluminescent bay
* Collect waterfalls
* Follow the mission trail
* Pitch a tent by the sea
These are some of 100s of activities you could do this summer - listed in The 100 Best Affordable Vacations by Jane Woolridge and Larry Bleiberg (published by National Geographic Society, 2011.) Unique among travel books, 100 Best is arranged by activities rather than locations, with a focus on North America. Under each activity, ideal places, geographical and historical details are listed. While most activities have their own localities, some are marked as nationwide with place recommendations, such as Celebrate American Folk Arts, Check Out "Unknown" Parks, Ride Historic Rails, etc. Each entry ends with "How To Get In Touch" section for more information gathering by address, phone, or email/Web. 100 Best is one of the few travel books that you could read without being overwhelmed by maps and other information. With 100 Best you will discover a world of adventures this summer without emptying your bank account.
Iris and Walter and the Field Trip by Elissa Guest is a story about friendship and lost children. When the teacher, Miss Cherry decided to take her class on a field trip to the aquarium, her students got very excited. One of the rules was students have to hang onto their partner. If one gets lost, one has to stay where he/she is and the teacher will find him/her. When Iris was observing the penguins, she discovered that she lost Walter, her partner. She panicked and reported it to her teacher immediately. Together, they went to search for Walter and finally found him in front of the coral reef. This is a story with happy ending because Walter didn't run around; he just stayed where he was.
Another book about lost children is Around Town by Claire Llewellyn. This book teaches children ways to keep safe in stores, on the street, or in the park.
Rafi and Rosi: Carnival! by Lulu Delacre is a touching story about brothers and sisters. Rafi the frog is willing to work exceptionally hard to make his younger sister Rosi happy. After he made a mask to prepare for the Carnival in Ponce, he also made her a wagon-turned-float to take her up and down their street in her own parade. I love this book because of the surprises at the end: A bit of history of the Carnival in Ponce, Puerto Rico, instructions on how to make a wagon float, how to make a periscope, and how to make a vejigante mask.
Another cute book about brothers and sisters worth checking out is by Laura Numeroff, What Sisters Do Best; What Brothers Do Best.
AnewAmerica assists low income "new Americans" become entrepreneurs by providing business training, coaching, support, and access to credit. They offer a unique 3 year comprehensive business program and offer programs in Spanish or Vietnamese. Another great local resource for those looking to start a business. San José really does offer a wealth of support for new business owners.
Having insomnia or other sleep problems? Want to find out what losing sleep does to our bodies? Join John Mitscha and learn about sleep disorders and how to get help in this Wake Up to a Better Life workshop at the Santa Teresa Branch Library on Saturday, June 11, 2011 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.
Santa Teresa Branch Library invites you to join a Women's Health Care Forum with Dr. Karen Garcia OB/GYN from Kaiser San Jose on Friday, June 10, 2011 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Discussion will follow a short instructional presentation and will include the subjects of midlife and menopause, bone health, and bioidentical hormones. Pre-registration is not required. Free of charge.
Biblioburro by Jeanette Winter is a true story about a young teacher, Luis Soriano, who has a passion for reading. He travels into the remote villages of rural Colombia with his biblioburro to bring books to children and spread knowledge. Luis Soriano is a true inspiration to all librarians and teachers.
Father's Day is coming up on Sunday, June 19. Want to make dad feel really special? Why not surprise him with a homemade gift? Check out Father's Day Crafts by Fay Robinson which offers ideas for crafts young kids can make for Father's Day.
A representative from the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) will present A Consumer's Guide to Auto Repair. The presentation will include an overview of:
1. What is BAR and what does it do?
2. How to choose an automotive repair shop
3. What to look for and what to avoid
4. Consumer rights when taking vehicles to a repair shops
This presentation will take place in the Community Room of the Edenvale Branch Library on Saturday, June 4 at 1:00 PM.
Check out the Bureau of Automotive Repair's website where you will find a lot of useful information.
Like most Americans, I knew little about the Mexican-American War (1846 -1848), and so I sought Eagles and Empire to learn more about this important but frequently overlooked chapter of American history. If proof of impartiality is that you offend everyone equally, David A. Clary must be one of the most impartial historians around. From the duplicitous American government to the Mexican government's callousness towards its own citizens, from comic-opera figure Santa Ana to the American volunteer army's refusal to be disciplined, this is a tale in which everybody comes out looking deplorable. And no one receives a less flattering portrayal than the Texas Rangers, who, if even half of Clary's indictments are true, did not start out as honorable lawmen, and who might well prefer that this chapter of history should remain obscure. The one faction that does come out of Clary's account with their reputation largely intact is the American officer corps, many of whom went on to become household names in the Civil War. Clary's Eagles and Empire is an important read, but not always a pleasant one.
I try to mix up my recreational reading and challenge myself with a variety of genres and themes, but I have to admit that every now and then, it feels good to curl up with a nice piece of well-written chick lit. After having read a few of her books now, I must agree with the masses that YA author Sarah Dessen has truly mastered this art: real characters, a good story with all the right amounts of drama and romance, and a slightly surprising yet happy ending.
I just finished listening to the audiobook Lock and Key via the Overdrive app on my mobile phone. While it's not my favorite Dessen novel thus far, (that award goes to This Lullaby), it's a great story of redemption and second chances. 17-year-old Ruby is reunited with her estranged older sister Cora after her neglectful mother finally takes off for good. Cora and her husband Jamie (founder of a successful Facebook-esque social networking site) are able to offer Ruby all of the things she never dreamed she would have: a beautiful house, new clothes, a good high school, hopes for college, and above all, a real family. Nate, the charming boy-next-door that reaches out to her, is also too good to be true. But despite this amazing new life, Ruby still can't seem to take off the old key around her neck that belongs to the crumbling house where her mom left her. As the story progresses, we begin to see Ruby's transformation, as well as the characters around her. Things aren't always what they seem, family can be a flexible term, and it's never too late to give up hope. Eventually we'll find the right keys to the doors we're looking for.
Sarah Dessen's latest novel, What Happened to Goodbye, is another story about reclaiming identity and coming to terms with not-so-perfect family. Be one of the first to read it, and let us know what you think!
Here is another source for summer camps! The City of San Jose's Parks and Recreation Department provides year-round activities for our citizens. You can find many diverse activities for adults, teens, and children. Many parents, however, eagerly look forward to the summer guide for their school-aged children! Of special interest are the weekly summer camps.
If you have a child who is interested in athletics, check out the Skyhawks camps. These camps include not only the perennial favorites like soccer, basketball, and baseball, but you may also find some unique sports like archery! If you have a child who is interested in art, you may find classes in cartooning, sculpture, painting, etc. There are dance classes, too (ballet, jazz, hip hop, hula, etc.). I even found a class combining dance and martial arts called capoeira!
Sixth Cousin, also known as Bandit, of the House of Wong, lived halfway around the world from New York City. Her father has been travelling for a very long time, while Bandit and her mother remained in China with her father's family. One day a letter arrives. While this letter makes her mother very happy, it makes her grandmother cry and her grandfather angry. No one tells Bandit anything. What is going on?
Finally, Bandit is told that she and her mother are going to America to join her father. Bandit selects her American name, Shirley Temple Wong, and so begins their journey. It is a difficult transition from China to America; at times Shirley feels happy and other times sad. But after she makes her first new school friend, and discovers baseball, her transition into everyday American life truly begins.
In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson is not a new book, but with many children in our local community who recently arrived from other countries, there is a perfect audience for this thoughtful and relevant book. New arrivals will identify with Shirley's struggles, and successes, as she learns to adapt to her new life. Anyone who has felt different or lonely can identify and sympathize with Shirley when she finds herself the only Chinese speaking student in her school. The language used and emotions discussed by Bette Bao Lord are suitable for ages 8 and up.
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Having problems with mobclix and the ectra plugin playing together nicely.
Is complaining that one config file is missing (depending on which unitypackage I import last), so think it's overwriting each one?
Any ideas on how I can quickly fix it ?
Cheers dude,
Adam G
@kenlem, good to hear that update fixed things. I can't see any difference between 2 and 4x sampling either on the iPhone 4.
Having just bought my second Prime31 plugin, I was looking at the features of the Etcetera plugin and realised I only want a small subset of them for my next project.
I wondered why you bundled so much together, making it one of your more expensive plugins, when you could have made 3 or 4 smaller ones that would be on a level price-wise with your cheaper ones.
The other things is having 1 big file bloats game file sizes with unused features.
@Moonjump, a lot of the functionality was shared for the Etcetera Plugin (such as alerts, prompts, ask for review, web and mail, screenshot and resize, etc). By grouping the features into a single plugin it saved a lot of development time which in turn makes the plugin cost less as a bundle. It will then require less time to support and update and result in time savings all around. The code size is next to nothing. There are no external assets so the fully compiled code is very minimal.
The way I see it, if your time is worth $50 per hour (being a game developer it most certainly is) and it would take more than an hour to make any single one of the features including with the plugin it makes it a no brainer to purchase it and get all the features. That was the thought process on this end at least and the way I evaluate purchasing things.
Thanks Prime31, I hope I make back $50 for each hour invested in my game. However, cash flow means I have to consider each purchase very carefully at the moment.
$50 is a steal for this tbh. Although still battling to get this and the mobclix plugin playing together niceley .
@Hilm, let me help you with your battle. Download the latest version of the Etcetera Plugin and the Mobclix Plugin. Add the Etcetera unitypackage last. The Etcetera Plugin has a slightly newer build script than the other plugins. I will get them all updated to the latest version but it will take a few days. Too much stuff to test!
Cool, will give it a go! Ta dude!
Ok, I've re-downloaded them all (social network, mobclix and Etcetera). Imported the social one first, then Moblix, then etcetera.
I run xcode and it states all have been imported correctaly and no longer whines about missing config files. However upon building I get 3 mobclix errors as shown below:
Any thoughts?Build Unity-iPhone of project Unity-iPhone with configuration Release
Ld build/DAD.app/DAD normal armv6
cd /Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006
setenv IPHONEOS_DEPLOYMENT_TARGET 3.0
setenv PATH "/Developer/Platforms/iPhoneOS.platform/Developer/usr/bin:/Developer/usr/bin:/usr/bin:/bin:/usr/sbin:/sbin"
/Developer/Platforms/iPhoneOS.platform/Developer/usr/bin/g++-4.2 -arch armv6 -isysroot /Developer/Platforms/iPhoneOS.platform/Developer/SDKs/iPhoneOS4.0.sdk -L/Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006/build -L/Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006 -L/Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006/Libraries -F/Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006/build -filelist /Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006/build/Unity-iPhone.build/Release-iphoneos/Unity-iPhone.build/Objects-normal/armv6/DAD.LinkFileList -dead_strip -Wl,-S,-x -weak_framework iAd -ObjC -miphoneos-version-min=3.0 -framework Foundation -framework UIKit -framework OpenGLES -framework QuartzCore -framework OpenAL -liconv.2 -liPhone-lib -framework AudioToolbox -framework CFNetwork -framework MediaPlayer -framework CoreLocation -framework SystemConfiguration -liPhoneNetwork -framework CoreGraphics -framework MessageUI -lz.1.2.3 -framework QuartzCore -framework SystemConfiguration -framework MediaPlayer -framework iAd -o /Users/adamgreen/Documents/DailyAppDreamFB/Test006/build/DAD.app/DAD
Undefined symbols:
"_OBJC_CLASS_$_MobclixAdViewiPhone_320x50", referenced from:
objc-class-ref-to-MobclixAdViewiPhone_320x50 in MobclixManager.o
"_OBJC_CLASS_$_Mobclix", referenced from:
objc-class-ref-to-Mobclix in MobclixBinding.o
(maybe you meant: _OBJC_CLASS_$_MobclixManager)
"_OBJC_CLASS_$_MobclixAdViewiPad_468x60", referenced from:
objc-class-ref-to-MobclixAdViewiPad_468x60 in MobclixManager.o
ld: symbol(s) not found
collect2: ld returned 1 exit status
@Hilm, can you check to make sure the libMobclix_nonthumb.a file and about 8 other Mobclix* files were copied into your Xcode project? It looks like they are based on the fact that MobclixManager.o was compiled but something seems a bit odd in there. Maybe if you can screenshot your Xcode project with the Mobclix folder expanded it will have some clues.
@Hilm, can you check to make sure the libMobclix_nonthumb.a file and about 8 other Mobclix* files were copied into your Xcode project? It looks like they are based on the fact that MobclixManager.o was compiled but something seems a bit odd in there. Maybe if you can screenshot your Xcode project with the Mobclix folder expanded it will have some clues.
While the post process script seemed to copy in all the Mobclix files... It didn't copy in the lib file... I've imported it manually and seems to be working, so assume just something up with the post-process script and maybe missing the addittion of that lib?
Last edited by Hilm; 10-19-2010 at 07:52 PM.
Ok, got ratings working after importing the lib...
Working on push notifications now - so I have EtceteraBinding.setUrbanAirshipCredentials("App ID", "Secret");
Is the secret in urban airship the "Application Secret" or "Application Master Secret"?
It appears to register the device token with either, however when I send out a test push notification it fails to appear on my device?
Current code I'm using is:
Any idea what I'm doing wrong?using UnityEngine;
using System.Collections;
public class PushNotifications : MonoBehaviour {
// Use this for initialization
void Start () {
EtceteraBinding.setUrbanAirshipCredentials("my app ID", "my master app secret");
EtceteraBinding.registerForRemoteNotifcations( RemoteNotificationType.Alert | RemoteNotificationType.Badge | RemoteNotificationType.Sound );
RemoteNotificationType types = EtceteraBinding.getEnabledRemoteNotificationTypes( );
if( ( types & RemoteNotificationType.Alert ) != RemoteNotificationType.None )
Debug.Log( "registered for alerts" );
if( ( types & RemoteNotificationType.Sound ) != RemoteNotificationType.None )
Debug.Log( "registered for sounds" );
if( ( types & RemoteNotificationType.Badge ) != RemoteNotificationType.None )
Debug.Log( "registered for badges" );
- Adam G
@Hilm, first off, make sure your using an bundle identifier and provisioning profile combo that is enabled for push notifications. The secret is the Application Secret from UA. Your code looks fine except for one tidbit: you cant call EtceteraBinding.getEnabledRemoteNotificationTypes until after EtceteraBinding.registerForRemoteNotifications returns which could be a few seconds of never if the user doesn't allow remote notifications. Listen to the EtceteraManager.remoteRegistrationSucceeded and EtceteraManager.remoteRegistrationFailed events to know what the user has done.
The bundle identifier and provisioning profile are setup for both the developer and production push notification services . The device ID's are registering on Urban Airship under "device tokens", however when I then go to send the push notification (via the push notification test interface) the notification fails to reach my device.@Hilm, first off, make sure your using an bundle identifier and provisioning profile combo that is enabled for push notifications. The secret is the Application Secret from UA. Your code looks fine except for one tidbit: you cant call EtceteraBinding.getEnabledRemoteNotificationTypes until after EtceteraBinding.registerForRemoteNotifications returns which could be a few seconds of never if the user doesn't allow remote notifications. Listen to the EtceteraManager.remoteRegistrationSucceeded and EtceteraManager.remoteRegistrationFailed events to know what the user has done.
My settings do state me as having push notifications enabled, there's no errors on the UA panel on their site. I'm assuming the listener stuff is more a case of not registering the device with UA if the user dosen't approve for push notification to come thru? But it wouldn't be preventing the notifications I'm currently sending from reaching the device?
Adam G
Ok, I did nothing but it magically works now.... .
Guess a server side thing with UA
Nothing is the best kind of fix! Glad it's working now.
Hello Prime31,
I have problems to build your test examples on the iPad (iOS 3.2)
i have sent you an email with Xcode screenshots errors.
Thank you
@Andrea, I sent you an email with the fix but I'll post here so everyone else can have the information as well. You MUST set your Base SDK setting to 4.1 when building the plugin. You can then set your Deployment Target to anything you want (3.2 in your case). That will take care of it for you.
Hi there,
I want to thanks Prime31 for his excellent work and support. Etcetera Plugin is now working fine with the last update.
Thanks for it Prime.
Sorry to keep asking soo many questions :S!
I'm trying to get the result of a text field input. I presume the following is called once the prompt is filled in:
public delegate void EceteraStringDelegate( string text );
What I'm unsure of however is how within my javascript how I
1) Figure out it has been called
2) Gain access to the entered value.
Any help/ a quick example of it's use would be really appreciated.
- Adam G

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