In Stitches: A Knitting and Crocheting Group

The next meeting of In Stitches will be on Thursday, July 9, 2009 from 2-4 pm in the 2nd floor Board Room at the Buena Park Library District.

Please join us as we knit or crochet items for charity. The group has already made afghans and lap robes to give to some of the residents of the Knott Avenue Care Center in Buena Park. They have also been knitting and crocheting blankets and baby items for Project Linus and Newborns in Need.

New attendees are always welcome. Please bring your own yarn and knitting needles or crochet hooks. If you have any questions about this event, please call the Library at 714-826-4100 x 125 and ask for Chris or Phyllis.

Wii Bowling at the Library (for Adults)

The Wii Bowling Alley at the Buena Park Library will reopen on Monday, July 13th for 4 weeks of virtual bowling fun. The lanes in the 2nd floor Board Room will be open from 2:00-3:00 pm for all adults to try their hand at virtual bowling.

Be sure to mark your calendar for the following Wii Bowling dates:

• Monday, July 13th: 2-3pm
• Monday, July 20th: 2-3 pm
• Monday, July 27th: 2-3 pm
• Monday, August 3rd; 2-3 pm

The Wii interactive video game is a fun and easy way to get some light exercise and socialize with friends. Wii bowling is easy to learn and the motions are quite similar to real bowling. Players stand or sit in front of a screen and manipulate a remote control to "throw a virtual ball." Join us for a little exercise and fun! ADULTS only -- no children please.

Independence Day Closure

The Buena Park Library District will be closed Friday and Saturday, July 3rd and 4th, 2009, in recognition of the Independence Day holiday, resuming normal hours Monday, July 6, 2009, opening at 10 a.m. and closing at 8 p.m.

Summer Reading Clubs for All Ages at the Buena Park Library District

The Buena Park Library District will be hosting three Summer Reading Programs for children, teens, and adults this summer. Children, ages 2 to 12, are invited to join the Home Run Readers Summer Reading Club for a summer filled with reading, prizes, entertainment, and fun. Teens can participate in the Grand-Slam--Summer Reading Club, for a summer of reading, prizes, game tournaments and more. Adults, 18 and over, have their own summer reading program, Slide into Summer Reading, where they have a chance to win one of many great thematic gift baskets.

Sign-ups for the Teen Summer Reading Club begin June 19th with a kick-off celebration from 2:00-4:00 p.m. that will include Wii games such as Super Smash Bros. Brawl and Guitar Hero, as well as, caricaturist Dave Boatman and food.

The Children's and Adult Summer Reading Clubs begin June 20th with a kick-off celebration for the children from 2:00-4:00 p.m. that will include a petting zoo, balloon animals, face painting, games, and more. On Monday evenings all summer long, the Library will host special entertainment programs for families including magicians, jugglers, storytellers, and more.

Teens will have a chance to participate in a variety of video and board game tournaments, as well as, a special after-hours Amazing Race on August 15th.

Adults will be able to enjoy an author talk by Gustavo Arellano in June, a harp and flute concert in July, and learn how handwriting is used in Cracking the Case with graphologist Paula Sassi in August. All reading clubs continue through August 22nd, 2009.

Gustavo Arellano to Speak at the Buena Park Library

Popular author and columnist, Gustavo Arellano, will be speaking on Thursday, June 25, 2009 from 6:00-7:30 pm in the Downstairs Meeting Room at the Buena Park Library District.

Arellano is an Orange County native, a nationally bestselling author, syndicated columnist, and voice of the Mexican-American community. He is a staff writer with the OC Weekly and a contributing editor to the Los Angeles Times Op/Ed pages.

His writing credits include: a nationally syndicated column, ¡Ask a Mexican!, author of two books, ¡Ask a Mexican!, based on the writings in his column, and Orange County: A Personal History, part personal narrative, part cultural history.

During this program, Gustavo Arellano will be talking about his books. Books will be available for sale and Arellano will be signing them after the discussion.

Injury Prevention Seminar at the Buena Park Library

The Buena Park Library District will present a program entitled: Injury Prevention Seminar at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 in the 2nd floor Library Board Room. This program, emphasizing work injury prevention, covers all aspects of work that require standing, lifting, bending, and sitting. The information presented will be particularly helpful for heavy labor jobs. Home care, including sleep positioning, stretching, and strengthening exercises, will also be covered.

The program will be presented by Dr. Steve Smith. Dr. Smith is a magna cum laude graduate of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, and has been a post graduate extension faculty member of two chiropractic colleges, training extern doctors.

Developing an Unforgettable Image : A Program for Women at the Buena Park Library

The Buena Park Library District will present a program entitled: Developing an Unforgettable Image: A Program for Women, at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 in the 2nd floor Library Board Room. During the program, you will learn to reinvent your image and wardrobe through the use of accessories and make-up, keeping you in line with the latest trends and styles.

In today's market you must make a statement in order to excel, and it starts with developing your image. You have 30 seconds to make a first impression. Remember, it's all about the WOW factor!!! If you are interested in entering or re-entering the work force or working your way up the corporate ladder, this program is for you.

Holiday Closure -- Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th, 2009

The Buena Park Library District will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2009 in observation of the Memorial Day holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26th.