Senior Librarian: Yvonne Wong

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Adult

• Jul 13 - Nutrition, Chinese Medicine & You
  6:30 PM
  Michael Gonzalez, expert in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine, will share his knowledge of the use of food as medicine according to Chinese practices. He’ll show you how to use this knowledge to improve your health and well-being.


• Jul 14 - Family Caregiver Series: Medication Management
  1:30 PM
  Taking medications can be more complicated if you take several kinds. Learn practical ways to avoid adverse reactions and accidents. This series is designed to help older adults and their caregivers.If you consistently help an older adult you are a caregiver. All seniors and caregivers are welcome to join us for this informative meeting.


• Jul 18 - Friends' Book Sale
  10:00 AM
  Friends of the Mid Valley Regional Branch Library will host a used book sale. Come early to get the best bargains from among a wide selection of items.


• Aug 22 - Friends of the Library
  10:30 AM
  Please join the Friends of the Mid-Valley Regional Branch library for their monthly meeting. Newcomers are welcome.


• Aug 25 - Family Caregiving Series: Fall & Injury Prevention
  1:30 PM
  Falls and injuries are preventable. Learn how to keep your home safe. This series is designed to help older adults and their caregivers. If you consistently help an older adult you are a caregiver. All seniors and caregivers are welcome to join us for this informative meeting.

Teen

• Jul 15 - World Dance with Kimberly Miguel Mullen
  4:00 PM
  World Dance with Kimberly Miguel Mullen
  Move to the beat. Join Kimberly in her Summer Afro-Caribbean dance workshop. Please sign up at the Information Desk or call for reservations, 818-895-3650.


• Aug 26 - Candi Sushi & Games
  4:00 PM
  Candi Sushi & Games
  Make easy, tasty candy sushi and choose from an array of board games for an hour of fun. Please sign up.

Children

• Jul 09 - Summer Reading Club
  4:00 PM
  Summer Reading Club
  Explore the Treasured Islands of LAPL with stories, crafts, games and activities.


• Jul 16 - Summer Reading Club
  4:00 PM
  Summer Reading Club
  Explore the Treasured Islands of LAPL with stories, crafts, games and activities.


• Jul 23 - Summer Reading Club
  4:00 PM
  Summer Reading Club
  Explore the Treasured Islands of LAPL with stories, crafts, games and activities.


• Jul 25 - Fun Folk Songs for Families
  2:00 PM
  Fun Folk Songs for Families
  Bring the family and be entertained, as the folk group “Somestimes in Tune” sings the sunny side of folk songs, bluegrass and old-time favorites.


• Jul 30 - Summer Reading Club
  4:00 PM
  Summer Reading Club
  Explore the Treasured Islands of LAPL with stories, crafts, games and activities.


• Aug 06 - Summer Reading Club
  4:00 PM
  Summer Reading Club
  Explore the Treasured Islands of LAPL with stories, crafts, games and activities.


• Aug 13 - Margo's Art Workshop
  4:00 PM
  Margo's Art Workshop
  Join Margo of Margo's Artworks and our children's librarian for a special art project and stories. All ages welcome, if you are younger than four please bring your mother or father.


• Aug 15 - Summer Reading Club
  2:00 PM
  Summer Reading Club
  Summer Reading Club 2009 ends with special guest Tony Daniels! Join us for an afternoon of magic, comedy and audience participation. Parents, join your kids - a great show for the whole family.

GAB

• Jul 07 - GAB
  2:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Jul 14 - GAB
  2:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Jul 21 - GAB
  2:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Jul 28 - GAB
  2:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Aug 04 - GAB
  2:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.

Computer Class

• Jul 15 - Introduction to LAPL Health Databases
  10:00 AM
  Introduction to LAPL Health Databases
  Our hands-on-class, limited to 10 participants, will teach basic searching in the LAPL Health Databases. Learn how to research drugs, diseases and more. Some typing experience is welcomed. Call 818-895-3650 for reservations.


• Aug 19 - Introduction to LAPL Health Databases
  10:00 AM
  Introduction to LAPL Health Databases
  Our hands-on-class, limited to 10 participants, will teach basic searching in the LAPL Health Databases. Learn how to research drugs, diseases and more. Some typing experience is welcomed. Call 818-895-3650 for reservations.

Exhibition

• Jul 01 to Jul 31 - Ceramic Figurines
   
  Ceramic Figurines
  Jeannette, one of our Mid Valley Friends of the Library members, will display her collection of ceramic figurines this month.


• Aug 01 to Aug 31 - San Fernando Valley Memorabilia
   
  San Fernando Valley Memorabilia
  Fred Berk with the Museum of the San Fernando Valley will display a collection of postcards and other ephemera from the San Fernando Valley. Step back in time for a nostalgic look at our Valley.

Resources:

Electronic Resources – All branch libraries provide free access to computer workstations which are connected to the Library's information network. In addition to providing Internet access, these workstations enable the public to search LAPL's many electronic resources including the online catalog, over 100 subscription databases, word processing, language learning, literacy and a large historic document and photograph collection. Specially designed Web sites are provided for children, teens and Spanish speakers.

Member of the Cooperating Collection Network of the Foundation Center - Providing access to the databases Foundation Directory Online and Foundation Grants to Individuals Online, and a core collection of Foundation Center publications useful to grantseekers.

Services:

Reserve A Computer
Free Public Wireless Internet Access Available
Meeting Room Rental Available
Adult Literacy Center
Friends of Library Group

Nearby Branches:

Located in the Twelfth District, represented by Councilmember Greig Smith.