Wood Carvings on Display at the Buena Park Library District

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The members of the Orange County Chapter #2 of the California Carver’s Guild display their artistic creations carved from wood at the Buena Park Library District. The display is on exhibit in the Library lobby and runs now through June 27, 2008. The Library is located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues.

The works range from animals (both lifelike and stylized) to humorous figures, including a collection of carved Santa Clauses. In addition, the display features a finely detailed pair of mallard ducks carved by Richard Otsubo. Otsubo has carved many extinct Hawaiian birds and has recently been commissioned to carve one for a museum in Hawaii. Several bears carved by Gary Batterton have been included which illustrate the steps involved in carving a figure. The carvers have employed a variety of woods and a wide range of techniques, including pyrography (the burning of wood). Several intricate knots and cubes have been carved from a single piece of wood. The members have displayed their artwork at the Orange County Fair and several other shows. The Orange County Carvers Show will be held October 18-19, 2008 at the Tustin Senior Center.

There are more than fifty chapters of the California Carver’s Guild in the state, with three chapters located in Orange County. The organization’s goals are to teach, share and promote the art of woodcarving. The Orange County Chapter #2 Woodcarvers meet at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday night at the Tustin Senior Center.

The Buena Park Library is open Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. For information, please call the Reference Desk at 714-826-4100, ext. 125.

Library Services Survey April 28th through May 30th

The Buena Park Library District will be conducting a library services survey beginning Monday, April 28th and running through May 30th. The survey is available in English and Spanish as a link on the Library’s website at http://www.buenaparklibrary.org/. Copies of the survey are also available at the Library. The Library is located at 7150 La Palma Ave., between Knott and Western.

"We want to hear from our many customers, as well as those who live and work in Buena Park and don’t currently use the Library," said Director Louise Mazerov. "The information collected from the survey will be used to improve the Library’s services to the community."

Special Discount Sale at the Buena Park Library District -- Come Early, Get Great Stuff!

Beginning Monday, May 12, the Volunteer Guild Bookstore located in the Buena Park Library will be having a 20% off sale on all items $1.00 and over. Now is the time to stop by and take advantage of special offers throughout the bookstore. You can apply the discount to our large selection of books, audio books, music CDs and much more! This sale lasts until Saturday, May 24, but don’t wait until the last minute to get the best bargains ever! Come early for the best selection!

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library (elevator access is available), located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. Sale proceeds benefit the Volunteer Guild, which supports all the Library’s programs and collections.

For further information about this and other upcoming sales, please call the Guild Bookstore at 714-826-4100 ext. 123.

Free Financial Planning Program at the Buena Park Library District

The Buena Park Library District is sponsoring a free financial planning program presented by Javier Rodriguez and Alfredo Garcia, Jr. with FFSI Insurance Services. The program, entitled The Real Secrets of Money, will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in the Buena Park Library’s 2nd floor Board Room, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park, California.

Topics to be covered during the program include: How Money Works; How to Save for Retirement; How to Plan for Your Children's Education; and Many Other Important Facts About Money.

This program is free of charge and the public is invited to attend. No reservations are necessary. For more information, please call the Buena Park Library District Reference Desk at 714-826-4100, extension 125.

Jewelry Making Workshop at the Buena Park Library District

On Saturday, May 10th from 2:00-4:00pm, as part of the Orange County Imagination Celebration at the Buena Park Library District, Allyson Daniels will be conducting a jewelry making workshop for teens. Teens will be able to create wonderful jewelry using handmade paper beads for themselves or for a special gift for mom on Mother’s Day. All supplies needed for the workshop will be available at the library. Space is limited so please register in person at the Library’s Information/Reference desk or by calling 714-826-4100 ext. 125.

One World Rhythm at the Buena Park Library District

On Saturday, May 3rd from 2:00-4:00pm, as part of the Orange County Imagination Celebration at the Buena Park Library District, One World Rhythm will provide an interactive music entertainment program. The unique One World Rhythm combines multimedia with live performance and places an instrument into the hands of all guests. For more information, call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 126.

Mariachi Magic Show at the Buena Park Library District

April 30th marks a special day in the lives of children. It is a day to celebrate children and books. Known as El dia de los ninos/El dia de los libros, or Children’s Day/Book Day, this is a day to celebrate the joys and wonders of childhood and the importance of books in our lives.

Mariachi Magicians Rafael & Katia will present the “Magic of Reading,” an hour of magic and entertainment that will surprise and delight everyone in the family on Wednesday, April 30th from 7:00-8:00pm. For more information, call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 126.

Buena Park Library District to Host Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament for Teens

The Buena Park Library District, located at 7150 La Palma Ave., between Knott and Western Avenues, will be hosting a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament for teens on Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 2:00-4:00pm in the library’s downstairs auditorium. Pre-registration for this event is recommended to ensure a spot in the tournament. Teens can register at the Information/Reference Desk at the Library. For more information, call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125.