Library Services Survey April 28th through June 21st

The Buena Park Library District will be conducting a library services survey beginning Monday, April 28th and running through June 21st. 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."

Author Gayle Brandeis to Speak at The Library -- Monday, June 16th

Author Gayle Brandeis will be sharing her latest book Self Storage on Monday, June 16th at 6:30p.m. in the Library’s auditorium. Gayle's poetry, fiction, and essays have appeared in numerous magazines and anthologies and have received several awards, including Barbara Kingsolver's Bellwether Prize for her fiction book The Book of Dead Birds. In Self Storage, Flan Parker supports her family by going to self-storage auctions and selling the contents of the storage units. Flan embarks on a life-changing odyssey of self-discovery and awareness after bidding on a mysterious box that is empty except for the word "yes." Books will be available for purchase and can be signed by the author. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125.

Becoming a Money Wise Teen Workshop -- Saturday, May 31st

On Saturday, May 31st, 2008 at 2:00p.m., teens and their parents are invited to attend Becoming a Money Wise Teen. A professional investment counselor from FFS First Financial will instruct teens on how to invest, save, and make financially responsible decisions. This free workshop covers the proper use of credit cards and the importance and proper use of a checking and savings account.

Please pre-register for this workshop at the Library’s Information/Reference desk or by calling 714-826-4100 ext. 125.

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.

Financial Workshop Cancelled -- Tuesday, June 10th

The financial workshop titled "The Ins-and-Outs of Reverse Mortgages" scheduled for 6pm on Tuesday, June 10th, has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Author Janet Lynn Mitchell to Speak at the Library -- Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Author Janet Lynn Mitchell will be sharing her own personal story of determination, courage, and faith as a victim of medical malpractice on Tuesday, May 27th, 2008 at 6:30pm in the Library’s auditorium. Her newest book, Taking a Stand, recounts the events following a botched surgery in which Janet lost the use of her legs. Ten surgeries and fifteen years later, she was shocked to learn that her unfortunate surgical outcome was due to medical negligence and concealment. Janet has since become the voice for others who have suffered medical malpractice, and new California laws have been unanimously passed as a result of her story. Books will be available for purchase and can be signed by the author. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125.

Holiday Closure -- Memorial Day on Monday, May 26th, 2008

The Buena Park Library District will be closed on Monday, May 26th, 2008, in observation of the Memorial Day holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 27th.

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.

Free Business Marketing Program at the Library -- Wednesday, May 21, 2008

The Buena Park Library District and National Merchant Center are sponsoring a free marketing workshop to be presented by Tom Patty of SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Business. The workshop, entitled Marketing: How to Get and Keep More Customers, will be held on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the Buena Park Library’s 2nd floor Board Room, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park, California.

In this workshop you will learn:

• How to identify your target audience and learn how to move it through the six steps of the "purchase process" – from "awareness" to "buy."
• How to implement the two critical ways to grow your business.
• Why all customers are NOT equal and how you can focus your business on those customers who provides the "highest yield" to your revenue and profit.
• How to calculate and how to improve the "value equation" of your product or service.

This workshop is a must for all entrepreneurs who want to "win" the "marketing battle."

The program is free of charge and the public is invited to attend. Seating is limited and reservations are required. You may register online only through the Orange County SCORE Web site at www.score114.org.