Friday, January 30, 2009

Great Things Are Happening at the Rancho Cucamonga Libraries!

February means a month of great programs and events at the Rancho Cucamonga Libraries. Here's just a sample:

February 11 (Biane Library)/February 12 (Archibald Library): Fall In Love with
Valentine's Day
Come join the fun decorating valentine's, get prizes playing Valentine's
Day bingo and hear some great stories from the season.
Contact the Library for time and ticket information.


February 20 (Biane Library): Cultural Arts Night: Celebrate Black History
In this most historic year, we'll gather to celebrate the
accomplishments of African Americans with songs, stories, music and
more.
Tickets available at both libraries beginning February 9.

Both libraries also offer regular storytimes, computer instruction classes, and other programs for families, children and teens. And don't forget the best part -- Library programs are always FREE!

Thursday, January 08, 2009

Chinese New Year activities

Join us Friday, Janurary 23rd from 7pm -9pm at the Paul A. Biane Library for our first annual Chinese New Year celebration. The celebration of the Chinese New Year will feature dancing, musicians, crafts for children and refreshments. Free tickets for this event will be available at our libraries starting on January 12. Call 477-2720 ext. 5076 or 5077 for further information.


Make Chinese Dragons


Using brightly colored paper, pens, glue and lots of imagination, you can help us create beautiful dragons! Afterschool Cool storytimes on January 14th at the Biane Library and January 15th at the Archibald Library will be dedicated to making Chinese Dragons. Afterschool Cool storytimes are on Wednesday afternoons at Biane and Thursday afternoons at Archibald at 4pm for kids ages 6 - 11. No registration is necessary, but space is limited. Call 477-2720 ext. 5025 or ext. 5075 for further information.
Interested in learning about the history and traditions of Chinese New Year? Check out these books :