Thursday, September 23, 2010

BOGO Sale at the Volunteer Guild Bookstore at the Buena Park Library

The Volunteer Guild Bookstore is having a large BOGO sale of ALL items beginning Tuesday, October 5th and ending on Saturday, October 9th. The Guild Bookstore is located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library District, 7150 La Palma Ave., between Knott and Western Avenues.

Here's your chance to stock up on GREAT books, CDs, and DVDs to entertain you as fall approaches. EVERYTHING in the Bookstore will be on SALE this week--BUY ONE GET ONE FREE. You will be able to “buy one at regular price, get one free of equal or lesser value.” Items may be mixed. Come early for the best selection. Cash only please.

The Guild Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. The Bookstore is elevator-accessible. For further information about other upcoming sales, please call the Guild Bookstore at 714-826-4100 ext. 123.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Phil Brigandi presents A Discussion of the History of Scouting in Orange County at the Buena Park Library


Noted local historian and former Orange County archivist, Phil Brigandi, will discuss the history of scouting in Orange County on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 2:00 pm at the Buena Park Library. As an historian, his emphasis has always been on telling the story. He says that: "Orange County has always been fertile ground for Scouting. Our first troop was founded in Anaheim in 1910, the same year the Boy Scouts of America was founded." Brigandi is a third generation scout and over the years he has also been an historical society volunteer, a museum curator, an archivist, and an author, just to name a few. He will also be available after the talk to sell and sign his excellent new book, On My Honor, a Century of Scouting in Orange County.

This program is being presented by the Buena Park Historical Society and the Buena Park Library District. Light refreshments will be served. Scouts (past and present), their families, and the general public are welcome.

The Library is located at 7150 La Palma Avenue (between Western & Knott) in Buena Park.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Learn How to Create an Email Account at the Buena Park Library

This class is for you if you have ever tried to apply for a job online and find that you need an email or if you just want to catch up with family news online. Join us to learn how to create a Yahoo! Mail account at the Buena Park Library on Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 9:00 to 9:45 am. We will walk you through the steps to create your own email account. Please call the Library to register at 714.826.4100 x125. The only requirement is that you must know how to use a mouse and keyboard.

The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park, California. For more information, please call the library at 714-826-4100, ext. 125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Halo Reach Event for Teens at the Buena Park Library


Teens, be one of the first to play the NEWLY RELEASED Halo Reach on Saturday, September 18th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Buena Park Library’s community room. The game will be system linked for 8 players. Other video and board games will be available to play.

For more information, please call the Library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA. The Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

99 Cent Back to School Sale in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore of the Buena Park Library

Get all your “Back to School” tools at the Volunteer Guild Bookstore’s 99¢ SALE! The Volunteer Guild Bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library at 7150 La Palma Ave., will have EVERYTHING ON SALE FOR 99¢ or less for ONE DAY ONLY between noon and 4:30 pm on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

This is a great time to stock up on books, DVDs, videos, audiobooks and much more to help you succeed in school! Don’t wait until the last minute to get the best bargains ever! Come early for the best selection! Cash will be the only accepted method of payment. All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections.

The Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. For further information, please contact Luann O’Hara, Bookstore Manager and President of the Volunteer Guild at 714.826.4100 x123.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Show Us Your Library Card, Buena Park!

September is National Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Buena Park Library District wants to make sure that you and your child carry the most valuable card of all – a library card.

In honor of National Library Card Sign-Up Month, some local businesses are offering discounts and other perks if you show your library card during the month of September. “This is a great way to promote library card sign-up month and give local businesses an opportunity to partner with us to show their support for reading,” said Library Director, Patti Hanley. Visit the Buena Park Library or the Library website for a list of the discounts or special offers you will receive from the following businesses:
  • Auntie Anne's Pretzels
  • Avon
  • Bags & Bling
  • Benny the DJ
  • Bella Dia Salon & Day Spa
  • Buena Park Library Volunteer Guild Bookstore
  • Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
  • Granny's Flowers
  • Quiznos
  • Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt
There’s a lot happening at the Buena Park Library for everyone in our community, and the best part is that in these tough economic times, it’s all free with a library card. The Buena Park Library has books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, Audiobooks, computers, and a variety of helpful, informative databases that can be accessed using your Buena Park Library card. The Library also offers several free programs for all ages to stimulate the joy of reading. Librarians are available to help recommend material suitable for various ages and interests.

Getting a library card is easy. For information on how you can sign up for your library card, visit the Buena Park Library at 7150 La Palma Avenue, call 714-826-4100 or see the library’s Web site at www.buenaparklibrary.org. Library hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sign-up for your free Buena Park Library Card today and then Show us Your Library Card, Buena Park!

Gardening: A Family Affair at the Buena Park Library

Sherry, and her grandson, in the garden

Did you know that Fall is the best time to plant a garden in Southern California? Two of our local gardeners, Sherry Jones & Rosalyn Strickler, are going to show you the many fun ways to create a garden in any space. Rosalyn said that some of the best gardens she has seen have been planted in children's wading pools. They will talk about how to create butterfly, pizza, salsa and stir fry gardens. Or if you like the idea of having fresh tomatoes for the holidays -- they will show you how to make it happen. There will be many more great ideas, information, and fun!!!

Join us on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 2:30 pm in the Downstairs Auditorium of the Buena Park Library District at 7150 La Palma Avenue.

This program is for ALL gardeners or want-to-be gardeners (young and old). Everyone will go home with a starter kit to plant their very own vegetable or flower in their garden. There will also be a drawing for a door prize. So, come one, come all, to find out fun ways to create your very own garden.

Saturday, August 14, 2010

A Free Practice ACT/SAT to be Held At The Buena Park Library District

The Buena Park Library District, located at 7150 La Palma Ave., will be hosting a free practice ACT/SAT combo test on Saturday, August 28th from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This practice test is perfect for the student who is trying to decide whether he/she wants to take the ACT or the SAT test. This combo test includes a condensed version of both the SAT and ACT.

High School age students are welcome to participate. Registration is required for this event. Students can register in person at the Information/Reference desk at the Library or by calling 714-826-4100 ext.125. Participating students need to bring a calculator and two #2 pencils to the practice test.

For all participating students and their parents, there will be a combo test results and ACT & SAT Workshop on September 1st from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Any questions call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext.125 and ask for Phyllis.

Buena Park Library District Offers Free Bilingual Beginning Computer Classes

The Buena Park Library District will be offering a bilingual beginning computer class (computación para principiantes) on Saturday, September 11, 2010, from 10 am to 11:30 am in the Library’s Boardroom. This class is designed for those who have little or no experience with computers. Attendees will learn basic mouse and keyboard skills. Participants are asked to call the Information/Reference Desk at 714.826.4100 x125 to sign up since space is limited.

The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, CA. The Library has over 5,000 visitors per week and lends out 500,000 books, DVDs, audiobooks and music CDs per year. For more information, please call the library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
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Monday, August 02, 2010

Healthy Body, Happy Heart and Power Brain Workshop at the Buena Park Library

Please join us for a free training clinic with Master Amy Ko of Dahn Yoga in Buena Park. She will teach ancient meditation techniques and healthy yoga postures that will help you deal with the modern stresses of society. This class is beneficial for all age groups, so bring the whole family!!

The workshop will be on Saturday, August 14, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm in the downstairs community room at the Library.

Some of the highlights of the class will be:
Water Up, Fire Down
This is the core principle for Dahn Yoga. It is the complete cycle of energy circulation and by repeating this cycle, life maintains its balance and continuity.

Ki Gong Exercises
These energy martial arts help practitioners completely rebalance their body. Practitioners of Ki Gong learn to keep a peaceful, confident mind even in the face of stress.

Brain Wave Vibration
This is the signature exercise of Dahn Yoga. It is a simple, easy-to-follow brain fitness and holistic healing method that helps bring your body and mind back into balance.

Energy Meditation
Serenity, clarity, and creativity are unleashed through this subtle free-form energy meditation.

There will be books about these techniques available for sale after the class. In addition, there will be a 20% discount off a one month membership at Dahn Yoga for those who sign up after the class.

Free Summer Concert at the Buena Park Library

Please join us as we present a free summer concert for all ages by talented local pianist, Paul Kosmala. The performance will be on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 7:00 pm in the 2nd floor Board Room.

Kosmala will be performing his most requested tunes on the keyboard. There will be everything from Gershwin to Broadway and he'll also take requests. He has been playing professionally since the age of 16 and is also an experienced piano teacher.

Every adult attending will get one free entry slip for a chance to win one of the end-of-summer gift baskets from the Adult Summer Reading Program and a raffle ticket for a chance to win a bucket of cool merchandise donated by Hooters of Costa Mesa. (The gift bucket includes: 2 T-shirts, a certificate for a VIP Wing Party, plus much more.)

The joint will be jumpin' -- come for the music and fun!

Friday, July 30, 2010

Buena Park Library Volunteer Guild Book Sale

A large BOGO sale of ALL items will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2010, from noon to 4:30 pm in the Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library’s Bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library District, 7150 La Palma Ave., between Knott and Western Avenues. You will be able to “buy one at regular price, get one free of equal or lesser value.” Items may be mixed. This is a great time to stock up on all your summer and leisure reading. Stop by on August 7 for a really great selection of books, videos, DVDs, audiobooks and much more!

All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections. The Guild Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. The Bookstore is elevator-accessible. For further information about other upcoming sales, please call the Guild Bookstore at 714-826-4100 ext. 123.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Thank you to the Sponsors of the 2010 Summer Reading Clubs at the Buena Park Library

A BIG Thank You to all of our 2010 Summer Reading Sponsors
Please give them your support


Knott's Berry Farm
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  • Camelot Golfland
  • Concourse Bowling
  • COSTCO La Habra
  • Del Taco
  • Festival of the Arts Laguna Beach
  • Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
  • Hof's Hut
  • In-N-Out Burger
  • Krikorian Premiere Theatres
  • LEGOLAND
  • McDonald's
  • Nika Water
  • Papa John's Pizza
  • Rainforest Cafe
  • Renaker-Klockgether Mortuary
  • Speed Zone
  • Salts' Family
  • Santa Ana Zoo
  • Scholastic Books
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain
  • Taco Bell
  • Yamaha Music
And a Special Thank You to
The Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Book Discussion Groups at the Buena Park Library

Join the monthly meetings of the two book discussion groups at the Library and enjoy a pleasurable conversation about the book of the month.

The Afternoon Group meets the fourth Thursday of the each month (except Nov & Dec) from 1:00 to 2:30 pm in the downstairs meeting room. On July 22nd they will be discussing The Secret Between Us by Barbara Delinsky.

The Evening Group also meets the fourth Thursday of each month (except Nov. & Dec.) from 6:30 to 7:45 pm in the 2nd floor board room. On July 22nd they will be discussing The American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House by Jon Meacham.

New members are always welcome.

Friday, July 09, 2010

Free Cartooning Class at the Buena Park Library

On Saturday, July 17th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm the Buena Park Library will present a free cartooning class for children and teens. Dave Boatman will be teaching students how to draw cartoons based on a Pirate theme. This class is designed to inspire and motivate the students to improve their drawing skills. It’s a fun interactive drawing experience. Students will also learn a little history on the historic Pirates of the Caribbean.

This class is free, but registration is required. Be sure to sign-up right away because class size is limited. This class was generously sponsored by the Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library District.

For more information, please call the library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA. The Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 06, 2010

New Passport Fees Effective July 13, 2010

The Buena Park Library District is your United States Passport Acceptance Facility. Take advantage of this convenient service and help support library programs at the same time. Our service hours for walk-in service are Tuesday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Saturday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

New passport fees for the U.S. Passport Book, the U.S. Passport Card, and other passport services will be in effect on Tuesday, July 13, 2010. The schedule of new fees for passport books and passport cards are as follows:

U.S. Passport Book
Adults (Age 16 and older): Passport fee-$110
Minors (Under age 16): Passport fee-$80

U.S. Passport Card
Adults (Age 16 and older:) Passport fee-$30
Minors (Under age 16): Passport fee-$15

For further details please visit the U.S. Department of State website or call the Library at 714-826-4100.

Family Game Afternoon at the Buena Park Library District

The Buena Park Library District will be holding a Family Game Afternoon on Saturday, July 10th from 2:30-4:00 pm, in the Library's downstairs community room.

Families will be able to participate in a variety of video, board, and table games. There will be Wii games: MarioKart and Super Smash Bros.; plus board and table games: Monopoly, Sorry, Uno, Scrabble, Boggle, Candyland, Chess, Checkers, and more. This will be a fun-filled afternoon for toddlers, children, teens, and adults. Children under 10 years-old must be accompanied by their grown-up.

Thursday, July 01, 2010

The Fairy God Mother Show at the Buena Park Library

On Thursday, July 8th at 6:30 pm the Fairy God Mothers will entertain children and their grown-ups at the Buena Park Library with their fun-filled musical show. The Fairy God Mother Show is an enchanting magical musical theatre show that promotes literacy, diversity, self esteem and team work. Children will be dancing along, singing the songs and amazed by the magic. This show is free, but seating is limited to the first 250 people. This performance was generously sponsored by the Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library District.

For more information, please call the library at 714.826.4100 x126, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA. The Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

BOGO Sale at the Volunteer Guild Bookstore at the Buena Park Library

A large BOGO sale of ALL items will be held on Saturday, July 10, 2010, from noon to 4:30 pm in the Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library’s Bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library District, 7150 La Palma Ave., between Knott and Western Avenues. You will be able to “buy one at regular price, get one free of equal or lesser value.” Items may be mixed. This is a great time to stock up on all your summer and leisure reading. Stop by on July 10 for a really great selection of books, videos, DVDs, audiobooks and much more!

All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections. The Guild Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. The Bookstore is elevator-accessible. For further information about membership and other upcoming sales, please call the Guild Bookstore at 714-826-4100 ext. 123.

Robert P. Williams is newest recipient of Buena Park Library “Wall of Stars” award

From left to right: Louise Mazerov (Library Director), Robert P. Williams

The Buena Park Library District announced its newest recipient for the "Jerry Guthrie Wall of Stars" award. Robert P. Williams, a long time Buena Park resident and a strong supporter of the Buena Park Library was awarded with his Star on Thursday, June 10, 2010. Mr. Williams is being honored for his generous donations to the Buena Park Library.

Robert Williams, who turns 93 this month, has been supporting the Buena Park Library with an annual donation he makes to the Library on his birthday each year. In addition, he generously donates recently purchased books, magazines, CDs and DVDs from his own collection. “I love my Library. I can see you folks are doing all kinds of wonderful things here, and I want to help out by giving you money to buy books!” Williams exclaims.

“The Library staff looks forward to his weekly visits and appreciates his donations to the Library. It is a pleasure to award him with a Star”, added Library Director Louise Mazerov.
The Jerry Guthrie Wall of Stars was started when Jerry Guthrie, a library volunteer received the “Spirit of Volunteerism” award from J.C. Penney for his dedicated service to the Library. Jerry wanted to be sure that all volunteers who supported the Library were acknowledged and so the Wall of Stars was created. Since that time many organizations and individuals who have provided support to the Library have been added to the Wall. The Wall of Stars is a permanent display in the lobby of the Library.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Buena Park Library Announces Patti Hanley as New Director

From Left to Right, Patti Hanley, Louise Mazerov

The Buena Park Library District is proud to announce that Patricia (Patti) Hanley has been named the new Director for the Library. The Library began recruiting for a new director following the announcement that current Library Director Louise Mazerov will retire at the end of June 2010.

Ms. Hanley has been a director or manager for 3 libraries and has over 20 years of library experience. Her most recent experience was working in a special district library as Banning Library District’s director from 2007-2009. She earned her Master’s in Library Science (MLS) from the University of Oregon and her law degree from Northwestern School of Law (Lewis and Clark) in Oregon. She has worked in private practice and as a district attorney, and although she enjoyed law, she loves libraries and library work more!

"I grew up in and attended school in Orange County, so for me, this is like coming home. I am looking forward to working with the wonderful staff and to becoming reacquainted with the community to learn how we can continue to provide top notch library services to the district."

Monday, June 21, 2010

Keeping Cool in Summer Dishcloth Exchange at the Buena Park Library District

The In Stitches Knitting & Crocheting Group at the Buena Park Library District will be having a "Keeping Cool in Summer Dishcloth Exchange". Members of the group will be knitting or crocheting dishcloths or washcloths over the summer and then exchanging them with other members at our September meeting.

The In Stitches group is open to anyone interested in knitting or crocheting. Beginning instruction is available. Teens are also welcome to the group for this special summer event.

Yarn is being provided for the dishcloths & washcloths through a generous donation from the Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library. The yarn is available to pick up at the next 2 meetings on July 8, 2010 or August 12, 2010 and then the dishcloths will be exchanged at our September 9, 2010 meeting.

Be cool and join us for this fun summer activity!!

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Summer Reading Clubs for All Ages at the Buena Park Library

The Buena Park Library District will be hosting three Summer Reading Programs for children, teens, and adults this summer.

Children, ages 2-12, are invited to Make a Splash...Read by joining the Summer reading club for a summer filled with reading, prizes, entertainment, and fun. The Children's Summer Reading Club begins June 19th with a kick-off celebration from 2:00-4:00 pm that will include a petting zoo, face painting, games, and more. On Thursday evenings all summer long, the Library will host special entertainment programs for families including magicians, jugglers, storytellers, and more.


Teens, grades 7-12, can Make Waves--READ for a summer of reading, prizes, game tournaments and more. Sign-ups for the Teen Summer Reading Club begin on June 18, 2010 with a kick-off celebration from 2:30-4:00 pm that will include Wii and board games, food and prizes. Teens will have a chance to participate in a variety of video and board game tournaments during the summer, as well as, a special after-hours Amazing Race on August 14th.



Adults, 18 and over, have their own summer reading program, Water Your Mind--READ, where they have a chance to win one of many great end-of-summer gift baskets. The Adult Summer Reading Program begins on June 19th.



All reading programs continue through August 14, 2010. This summer you will also be able to sign up and track your reading progress online. Just go to the Library's web page at www.buenaparklibrary.org for all of the details.

Tuesday, June 01, 2010

Stock Up On All Your Summer Reading With Our 99 Cent Sale in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore of the Buena Park Library

The Volunteer Guild Bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library at 7150 La Palma Ave., will have EVERYTHING ON SALE FOR 99¢ or less for TWO DAYS ONLY on Saturday, June 5 and Saturday, June 19, 2010. This is a great time to stock up on books, movies, music and much more to keep you busy during the summer! Don’t wait until the last minute to get the best bargains ever! Come early for the best selection! Cash will be the only accepted method of payment. All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections.

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. The Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. For further information, please contact Luann O’Hara, Bookstore Manager and President of the Volunteer Guild, 714.826.4100 x123.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Buena Park Library District Offers Free Bilingual Spanish Internet Classes

The Buena Park Library District, located at 7150 La Palma Ave. in Buena Park, will be offering a bilingual Spanish Introduction to the Internet class (Introducción a la Red) on Saturday, June 5, 2010, from 9 am to 10:30 am in the Library’s Boardroom. The class will be repeated on June 12, 2010. This class will cover the basics of the Internet. Attendees should have basic mouse and keyboard skills. Participants are asked to call the Information/Reference Desk at 714.826.4100 x125 to sign up since space is limited.

The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA. The Library has over 6,000 visitors per week and lends out 500,000 books, DVDs, audiobooks and music CDs per year. For more information, please call the Library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Memorial Day Weekend Sale in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore of the Buena Park Library

Join us for the Volunteer Guild Bookstore’s Special Memorial Day Weekend Sale where all paperbacks, audiobooks and VHS movies will be on sale for 50 cents. This special sale will be held on Friday, May 28, and Saturday, May 29, 2010. Come support the Library while stocking up on your summer reads. Cash will be the only accepted method of payment. The Volunteer Guild Bookstore is located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library at 7150 La Palma Ave. All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections.

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. The Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. For further information, please contact Luann O’Hara, Bookstore Manager and President of the Volunteer Guild, 714.826.4100 x123.

Free Practice SAT at the Buena Park Library for High School Students

Kaplan is sponsoring a free practice SAT at the Buena Park Library on Saturday, May 22nd from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. High School age students will have the opportunity to take a full-length SAT test under realistic testing conditions without affecting their college record. Registration is required for this event. Students can register in person at the Information and Reference desk at the Library, by calling 714-826-4100 ext. 125, or online at kaptest.com/practicetest. Participating students need to bring a calculator and two #2 pencils to the practice test.

For all participating students and their parents, there will be a SAT scoreback and SAT Test Strategies 101 Workshop on Wednesday, May 26th from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

For more information, please call the library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library is located at 7150 La Palma Ave. The Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 05, 2010

Buena Park Library Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

On Saturday, May 15th from 2:30 to 4:00 pm, the Buena Park Library will be a celebrating Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month. This special celebration for children and their grown-ups will feature Asian folktales and the Hiya Papaya dance group performing Hawaiian and Tahitian dances. After the entertainment we will be having an opportunity drawing for four Knott’s Berry Farm tickets.

There will then be crafts for the whole family. Children are invited to make a Japanese carp kite and a Chinese lantern. Teens and adults will be learning how to make origami cranes. In keeping with this special celebration we will be serving Asian inspired refreshments.

All refreshments and craft supplies were purchased with the generous support of the Buena Park Library’s Volunteer Guild. Also, a special thank you to Knott’s Berry Farm for their donation of the tickets.

Don’t miss the fun, join us for a fun-filled afternoon.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Volunteer Guild Bookstore's Members Only Double Discount Sale at the Buena Park Library

The Volunteer Guild's Members Only Double Discount Sale was rained out in December so we are holding a SPECIAL DOUBLE DISCOUNT SALE for all our members from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM on Saturday, May 8, 2010, in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore locate on the 2nd level of the Buena Park Library.

This is a great time to stock up on your summer or vacation reading. There will be tables full of donations, including a large selection of audio books, music CDs and cassettes, music LPs, VHS movies, magazines, and plenty of fiction and non-fiction titles will be on display for perusal and purchase. Come early for the best selection! Cash only, please.

You may purchase or renew a membership before or at the sale for only $5.00 for a year's worth of savings! If you remain a non-member, though, you will pay regular bookstore prices ... which are still the best in town.

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. The Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 PM, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 PM, Fridays from noon to 3 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 PM. For further information, please contact Luann O'Hara, Bookstore Manager and President of the Volunteer Guild, 714-826-4100 x123.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Day of the Child, Day of the Book Celebration at Buena Park Library

On Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 2:30-4:00 pm the Buena Park Library is celebrating The Day of the Child/Day of the Book, El Dia de los Ninos/El Dia de los Libros. This will be a multicultural celebration of children and reading. Children & their grown-ups are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of stories, puppets, crafts, and refreshments.

For more information please call the Children's Room at the Library at 714-826-4100 x126.

Gustavo Arellano Will Talk About The History of Organic Foods in Orange County at the Buena Park Library

Gustavo Arellano, bestselling author and local columnist, will discuss the history of organic foods in Orange County. He will provide information on everything agricultural: from orange groves to peppers to the new restaurants to eat at. This program will be at the Buena Park Library District on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 2:00 pm.

Gustavo Arellano is a staff writer with OC Weekly, an alternative newspaper in Orange County, California, and a contributing editor to the Los Angeles Times Op/Ed pages. He is a familiar presence in Southern California radio as a frequent guest on liberal and conservative talk shows, where he discusses local and national issues.

Copies of his books Ask A Mexican and Orange County: A Personal History will be available for sale. Light refreshments will be served. There is no charge for this program.

Thursday, April 08, 2010

Halo 3 Tournament for Teens at the Buena Park Library

On Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 2:00-4:00 pm in the Buena Park Library's auditorium there will be a Halo 3 Tournament for teens. It will be a team competition using a system link with multiple X-Box systems. A prize will be awarded to the winning team.

For more information, please call the Library at 714-826-4100 x125. The Buena Park Library is located at 7150 La Palma Ave., Buena Park. The Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10 am-8pm and Friday and Saturday, 10am-5pm.

Thursday, April 01, 2010

April is Turn-off the TV Month at the Buena Park Library

The Buena Park Library District will have a Special Reading Program for children ages 5-12 to celebrate Turn-off the TV Month. The reading program will begin April 1st and will continue until April 30th. The Turn-off the TV Reading Program stresses the importance of reading and is encouraging all children to turn off the TV and read. All children who complete the program may choose a prize from the reading prize box. Stop by the Children's Room for your reading log and to see the prizes you can earn by reading.

Stock up on your Summer Reading with the 50 cent Paperback Sale in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore of the Buena Park Library

For ONE DAY ONLY on Saturday, April 10, 2010, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM, all mass media paperbacks will be on sale for 50 cents in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Library. Selections range from thrillers to romance to science fiction. There will be something to whet everyone's appetite for reading. Come early for the best selection! Cash will be the only accepted method of payment. All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Dean Dixon will talk about the Hidden Buena Park at the Buena Park Library

Dean Dixon, curator of the Buena Park Historical Society, will present an insider's view of Buena Park history through real stories. His talk will be accompanied by a slide presentation. Dixon has been involved in historic preservation since the 1970s and will share his "warts and all" approach to local history. He believes in "giving our past a future" -- stop by and find out about the hidden Buena Park. The program will be on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Library Board Room.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Annual St. Patrick's Day Media Madness Sale Returns to the Buena Park Library District

Starting Tuesday, March 16, 2010, the Volunteer Guild celebrates the return of its ever popular St. Patrick's Media Madness Sale. The sale runs through Saturday, March 20, 2010, at 4:30 p.m., but don't wait until then to get the best bargains ever! It is a BOGO Event -- Buy One, Get One Free of Equal or Lesser Value -- of all audio items such as DVDs, VHS, and all kinds of audio music in CDs, Cassettes and LPs. Come see for yourself the treasures you can find! Come early--come often to help the Guild help the Library.

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library, 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 x123.

Saturday, March 06, 2010

Buena Park Library District Offers Free Bilingual Beginning Computer Classes

The Buena Park Library District will be offering a bilingual beginning computer class (computación para principiantes) on Saturday, March 13, 2010, from 9 am to 10:30 am in the Library’s Boardroom. The class will be repeated on March 27 and April 3, 2010. This class is designed for those who have little or no experience with computers. Attendees will learn basic mouse and keyboard skills. Participants are asked to call the Information/Reference Desk at 714.826.4100 x125 to sign up since space is limited.

Friday, March 05, 2010

Fan Exhibit Opens at the Buena Park Library District

The Buena Park Library District hosts an exhibit of hand-held fans from the collection of Tracy Winkler. The hand fans have been collected from around the world and cover a time period from the 1850’s to the present day. The display is located in the Library lobby and runs now through March 31, 2010. The Library is located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. The Buena Park Library is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The exhibition includes a wide variety of fans from Asia, Spain, Europe and the Americas. On display are examples of fixed, folding, cockade and brise fans. Fans can be made of a wide variety of materials besides the more common wood and paper. Materials include feathers, fabric, lace, plastic, shell and bone. Ms. Winkler, a long-time Cerritos resident, was encouraged by an aunt to start a hobby and has been collecting fans since the age of nine. Ms. Winkler is a member of FANA (Fan Association of North America) and FCI (Fan Circle International), organizations dedicated to promoting, exhibiting, conserving, and educating the public about fans.

Fans have been used for thousands of years. Folding fans were invented in Japan over 1500 years ago. Dutch and Portuguese traders brought these fans to Europe during the 1500’s. From the 1600’s to the early 1900’s, fans were an important fashion accessory. Through the years, fans have been used as a token of love, as an advertising medium, as a signal across battlefields, as well as a cooling device.

For more photos visit www.flickr.com/photos/buenaparklibrary

Wednesday, March 03, 2010

Get Down & Dirty at the Buena Park Library

Photo courtesy of Jonathan Davis

Two experts from the Fullerton arboretum will discuss different green gardening topics during a program at the Buena Park Library on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 2:00 pm.

Jonathan Davis is a biologist/ethnobotanist at the Fullerton Arboretum and cares for the Arboretum's rare fruit collection. He has also developed an 11,000 square foot organic vegetable garden. He will present a talk called Garden Alchemy: How to Turn Your Turf Into Organic Vegetables.

Chris Barnhill is the living collections curator at The Arboretum. His presentation will be on Drought Tolerant Gardening.

Join us to find out how to make your garden "green" -- just in time for spring. Light refreshments will be served. There is no charge for this program.

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Recyclable Crafts for Teens at the Buena Park Library

Teens can Go Green at the Buena Park Library on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 2:00--4:00 p.m. and participate in the Recyclable Craft Workshop. Teens will learn to make fashionable jewelry by first creating handmade paper beads out of old magazines. Beads will be used to create bracelets. Teens can also make a useful wallet out of duct tape. All supplies needed for the workshop will be available at the Library.

Friday, February 19, 2010

Paper Flower Making class at the Buena Park Library

Handmade crepe paper flowers are elegant, delicate and easy to make. Join instructor Rosa Armendariz to learn the basics of paper flower making from start to finish. Instruction will be given on making five different styles of flowers so that you will finish with a completed bouquet. This program will be for older teens and adults. This craft program will be held at the Buena Park Library District on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 2:00 pm in the Downstairs Community Room.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Christiane Salts, Local Author, Will Give a Presentation at the Buena Park Library

Local author, Christiane Salts, will be giving an author talk at the Buena Park Library on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 6:30 pm in the 2nd floor Board Room. She is the author of a book on a Buena Park icon, Mrs. Knott. Her book is an entertaining and informative biography called Cordelia Knott: Pioneering Business Woman. The book tells the story of Cordelia and how she developed a world-class food business and helped her family not only survive, but thrive during the worst of times.

Mrs. Salts will be talking about her book and also about how she came to write and publish it. She will be an inspiration to budding authors when she talks about why she thinks that everyone should not be shy about writing down their memoirs for their children and grandchildren to enjoy. Her talk called “Capturing History – How I Came to Write the Biography of an Unsung Buena Park Heroine: Cordelia Knottwill be enjoyable to Buena Park history buffs and those wanting to write their own book.

Light refreshments will be served. Books will be available for purchase after the presentation.

Tuesday, February 02, 2010

Romance is in the Air at the Volunteer Guild Bookstore of the Buena Park Library District

In recognition of February as Library Lover's Month, the annual Volunteer Guild's Romance Paperback sale is here! Starting Friday, February 12th and ending Saturday, February 20th, all Romance Paperbacks and all mass media-sized paperbacks are priced at 25 cents each! Drop by and spend some time and money. As always, come early for the best selection! Anyone purchasing 100 paperbacks at one time will receive an additional 20 paperbacks for FREE.

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. All Guild proceeds are used to generously fund and support Library programs and collections.

For further information about this and other upcoming sales, please call the Guild Bookstore at 714-826-4100 x123.

Saturday, January 30, 2010

A Free Practice SAT (for High School Students) to be Held at the Buena Park Library District

The Buena Park Library District, located at 7150 La Palma Ave., will be hosting a free practice SAT test on Saturday, February 6th from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. High School students will have the opportunity to take a full-length SAT test under realistic testing conditions without affecting their college record.

Registration is required for this event. Students can register in person at the Information/Reference desk at the Library or by calling 714-826-4100 x125. Participating students will need to bring a calculator and two #2 pencils to the practice test.

Parents, while your student takes the SAT practice test, join us in the Boardroom at 10:00 am on Saturday, February 6th for a College Fund Seminar sponsored by Epi-Digm. This seminar will provide resources to help families plan financially for their student's college education.

For all participating students (and their parents), there will be a SAT test results and SAT Test Strategies 101 Workshop on Tuesday, February 16th from 6:30-7:30 pm.

Congratulations to the Winners of the "Keep Warm This Winter' Opportunity Drawing at the Buena Park Library District

The Winners
(from left to right)
Zeny Martinek won the Stained Glass Afghan
Erlanna Lohayza won the Cheerful Squares Afghan

The Buena Park Library recently had the drawing for the two afghans that were made and generously donated by the "In Stitches" knit & crochet group. The opportunity drawing raised $208 which will be used by The Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library to support children's programs.

Thank you to everyone that participated in this fund raising effort!

The Buena Park Library District's group of knitters and crocheters, "In Stitches", continues to meet from 2-4 pm the second Thursday of each month in the board room on the second floor of the library. New attendees are always welcome. Come and enjoy the company and inspiration of other knitters and crocheters. Please bring your own yarn and knitting needles or crochet hooks.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Play Rock Band at The Buena Park Library (for the Whole Family)


Come Together and join the fun!

Tweens, teens and adults from 10 to 99 will enjoy spending time together after a Hard Day's Night competing in the popular Beatles version of Rock Band. Teams can come ready to compete or be randomly selected. Remember, All You Need is Love and to Act Naturally to have a great time! In The Beatles: Rock Band you won't just watch and listen as The Beatles make rock history, create landmark records and conquer the world-for the first time, you'll be part of the band.

You will have the opportunity to sing, play the drums or the guitar to one of the Beatles' tunes on the extensive track list that covers the length of The Beatles’ career, from the opening blast of I Saw Her Standing There to the earthshaking later albums. You will be playing in classic Beatles settings like the Cavern Club, Abbey Road, or Shea Stadium.

Do You Want to Know a Secret? --- Prizes will be awarded to the winning band.

Join us on Saturday, January 30th at 2 pm in the Downstairs Community Room. For more information, please call the Library at 714-826-4100 x125.

Tax Forms Available at the Buena Park Library (or online)

Did you know that you can get all your tax forms and publications online? If you need federal forms and publications they can be found at the IRS website. If you need California state forms and publications they can be found at the Franchise Tax Board website.

You can also find them at the Buena Park Library District from now until the end of April. All basic forms and instructions are free, including the IRS 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ, and some of the most popular schedules. California booklets, which include forms and instructions, are also free of charge. Taxpayers who need specialized forms can seek help at the Library's reference desk, where documents can be printed for 15 cents per page.

Visitors will find tax forms in the reference area on the first floor of the Library at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park. Library staff members will be happy to help with finding forms, but they cannot give tax advice or instructions on completing them.

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Learning a new language is free and easy at the Buena Park Library

[Buena Park, CA] – The Buena Park Library has recently added Mango Languages, a language-learning system, to its online information resources for Library patrons. With Mango Languages, Library users now have access to 22 Mango Basic language courses and 14 ESL courses at their fingertips just by logging in to the Library’s website at www.buenaparklibrary.org –all they need is a Buena Park library card.

“We are very excited to offer this new online language-learning system for free to our community,” said Louise Mazerov, Library Director. “Many library users are interested in learning a new language—whether it is for work, travel, or for personal enrichment, and the Library is here to help them achieve their goals.”

The 22 Mango Basic language courses include Mandarin Chinese, French, Spanish, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Pashto, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Spanish (Latin America), Tagalog, Thai, Turkish, Urdu and Vietnamese. The 14 ESL courses are for native speakers of Spanish, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese Chinese, French, German, Italian, Vietnamese, Russian, Arabic, Greek, Japanese, Polish, and Portuguese.

For more information about the library’s online information resources or other services, please call the library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org.

Friday, January 15, 2010

Buena Park Library District Celebrates Cordelia Knott's 120th Birthday

On Saturday, January 23rd at 3:00 p.m. there will be a special storytime at the Buena Park Library celebrating the life of Cordelia Knott. This special storytime will feature Christiane Salts, author of Cordelia Knott: Pioneering Business Woman. Mrs. Salts will be performing the life story of Mrs. Knott in a way that children can fully appreciate the profound influence Mrs. Knott has had on Buena Park.

In celebration of Mrs. Knott's 120th birthday we will be serving birthday cake and punch. There will also be a drawing for a door prize for adults and 2 prizes will be awarded to children who are the winners of the Mrs. Knott coloring contest. Refreshments and prizes are being supplied by Knott's Berry Farm and the Salts family.

Children ages 2 through 12 may participate in the coloring contest by picking up a coloring sheet in the children's room of the Buena Park Library. Coloring sheets must be turned in to the Library before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 22nd.

Fore more information, please call the Children's Room at the Buena Park Library at 714-826-4100 x126.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

In Stitches Group will meet at the Buena Park Library

The next meeting of "In Stitches" will be on Thursday, January 14, 2010 from 2-4 pm in the 2nd floor Board Room at the Buena Park Library.

Bring your knit or crochet project to work on and get inspired by projects from other group members. Please feel free to work on your charity project or your personal project. The group has made items for the following charities: Knott Avenue Care Center in Buena Park, items for Buena Park residents distributed by the volunteer group Citizens Assisting Police (CAP), Newborns in Need, and Project Linus. Or if you have other charities that you would like to add to the list -- please bring those ideas along!!

New attendees are always welcome. Please bring your own yarn and knitting needles or crochet hooks. If you have any questions please call 714-826-4100 x125.

Saturday, January 09, 2010

The Buena Park Library has IRS and California Tax Forms

Taxpayers who need state or federal tax forms can find them at the Buena Park Library District from now until the end of April. All basic forms and instructions are free, including the IRS 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ, and some of the most popular schedules. California booklets, which include forms and instructions, are also free of charge. Taxpayers who need specialized forms can seek help at the Library's reference desk, where documents can be printed for 15 cents per page.

Visitors will find tax forms in the reference area on the first floor of the Library at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park. Library staff members will be happy to help with finding forms, but they cannot give tax advice or instructions on completing them.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010

The Buena Park Library District Offers Open Lanes for Wii Bowling (for adults)

Every Friday in January there will be an opportunity to bowl a frame or two using Wii Bowling. Join others for some fun and a little exercise. The lanes will be open at 10 am on the following Fridays: January 8th, January 15th, January 22nd, and January 29th in the 2nd floor Boardroom.

Wii is a video console from Nintendo and Wii Bowling is a virtual bowling experience. It can be approached with all the gusto of being on a real alley or you can sit down and just swing your arm to "throw the ball". It is an ideal game for all skill levels.

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Read-to-Me Reading Program at the Buena Park Library

The Buena Park Library District's Read-to-Me Reading Program will begin January 2nd and will continue until February 6th, 2010. The Read-to-Me Reading Program, for children through age 5, stresses the importance of reading to young children. Parents who read 25 picture books to their child will be entered into a drawing and may win four Knott's Berry Farm tickets. All children who complete the program may choose a prize from the reading prize box.

For more information, please call the Children's Room at 714-826-4100 x126.

Buena Park Library Offers Free Beginning Computer Class

The Buena Park Library District will be offering their "Beginning Computer Class" on the following dates:
  • Saturday, January 9, 2010
  • Saturday, February 20, 2010

The class will be from 9 am to 10:30 am in the Library's Boardroom.

The class is designed for those who have little or no experience with computers. Attendees will learn basic mouse and keyboard skills.

The class is limited to an enrollment of 10 people. If you would like to register for one of the classes, please visit the Library or call the Information/Reference Desk at 714-826-4100 x 125 to sign up.

Ring in the New Year with the 99 cent Sale in the Volunteer Guild Bookstore of the Buena Park Library

To welcome you back after closing for the holidays, the Volunteer Guild Bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library at 7150 La Palma Ave., will have EVERYTHING ON SALE FOR 99 CENTS or less beginning Tuesday, January 5 through Saturday, January 9. You can apply the discount to EVERYTHING in the store! This includes the large selection of books, audio books, music CDs and much more! Come early for the best selection! Cash will be the only accepted method of payment. Sale proceeds will benefit the Volunteer Guild, which generously funds Buena Park Library programs and services.

The Guild Bookstore is on the 2nd floor of the Library, located at 7150 La Palma Avenue in Buena Park, between Knott and Western Avenues. The Bookstore hours are Tuesday thru Wednesday from noon to 6 pm, Thursdays from noon to 7:30 pm, Fridays from noon to 3 pm, and Saturdays from noon to 4:30 pm. The Bookstore is elevator accessible. For further information, please contact Luann O'Hara, Bookstore Manager and President of the Volunteer Guild, 714-826-4100 x123.

The Orange County DREAM team to Present "Access to Higher Education" at the Buena Park Library

The Orange County DREAM Team (OCDT) will present "Access to Higher Education" at 2pm on Saturday, January 9, 2010, at the Buena Park Library, located at 7150 La Palma Ave., in Buena Park. The OC DREAM Team will discuss AB 540, which allows undocumented students of all nationalities (that meet specific requirements) to pay in-state tuition fees if they wish to attend California's public community colleges and universities. They will also provide information on the DREAM ACT.
This program is aimed at helping students complete high school and prepare for college or the workforce. It is made possible through a generous AT&T Foundation grant.


About the Orange County DREAM Team (OCDT)
The Orange County Dream Team (OCDT) was born out of a community's profound need to help its talented undocumented youth obtain access to higher education. Established in 2004, the OCDT began with a small but diverse group of high school, college and university students united under a common goal of passing the DREAM and Student Adjustment Acts.
At present time, the OCDT has grown into a dedicated Organization and has gained support from several community organizations such as Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles, League of United Latin American Citizens, and Los Amigos de Orange County. We will continue to grow and strongly believe that all sectors of the Orange County Community will ultimately benefit from our accomplishments.

Monday, December 14, 2009

Christmas and New Year's Holiday Closure Dates

The Buena Park Library District will be closed on Thursday and Friday, December 24th and 25th, in recognition of Christmas and will be resuming normal hours on Saturday, December 26th, opening at 10 a.m. and closing at 5 p.m. The Library will also be closed on Thursday and Friday, December 31st and January 1st for New Year's, reopening on Saturday, January 2nd for normal hours.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Win an afghan!! Support children's programming!!

The Volunteer Guild of the Buena Park Library is sponsoring the "Keep Warm This Winter" Opportunity Drawing. Take a chance on winning one of two hand knitted and crocheted afghans. The two afghans are the "Cheerful Squares" afghan (made of multicolored knitted or crocheted squares) and the "Stained Glass" afghan (made to resemble a stained glass window). Both afghans were made and generously donated by the members of the "In Stitches" Knitting and Crocheting Group of the Buena Park Library.

All proceeds from this opportunity drawing will be used to support children's programs at the Library. The chances are $1.00 each, 6 for $5.00, or 12 for $10.00. Tickets are available at the Library in 3 locations: the Check Out desk, the Reference desk, and the Volunteer Guild Bookstore.

The afghans will be on display in the Library and the last day to purchase tickets is January 22, 2010. The drawing will be held Saturday, January 23, 2010. The winner need not be present.

Tuesday, December 01, 2009

Volunteer Guild Bookstore Holds Members Only Double Discount Sale

The always popular Double Discount Sale of the Volunteer Guild Bookstore will be held Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the Guild's bookstore, located on the 2nd floor of the Buena Park Library. Just in time for the holiday gift shopping, tables full of donations, including a large selection of audio books, music CDs and cassettes, music LPs, VHS movies, magazines, Christmas themed books of all kinds, and a ton of fiction and non-fiction titles will be on display for perusal and purchase. Come early for best selection! Cash only, please.

Non-members can take this opportunity to purchase a membership for only $5.00 for a year's worth of savings! If you remain a non-member, though, you will pay regular bookstore prices ... which are still the best in town.

For further information, please contact the Bookstore at 714-826-4100 x123.

The Buena Park Library District Presents an Identity Theft Workshop

Learn what the thieves don't want you to know about identity theft. This program will be presented by Detectives Pimentel and Tewell, specialists in Economic Crimes at the Buena Park Police Department. The program will be on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 2pm to 3pm in the Downstairs Community Room at the Library.

Identity theft (also knows as identity fraud) is one of today's fastest growing crimes. Learn what to do if you ever find that your personal identifying information is being used by someone else for fraudulent or criminal purposes. Join us for this informative program that you can't afford to miss.