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MARCH – APRIL 2018

March 2018

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSChildren’s Bookmark & Essay Contest Bookmark contest for grades K-­3, Essay contest for grades 4 -­ 5.Deadline for entries: March 31 @ all libraries

Read Across America/Dr. Seuss’ Birthday CelebrationDr. Seuss’ Birthday CelebrationThursday, March 1, 6 p.m. @ Bristow Library

Mommy & Me Yoga StorytimesFun storytime with yoga poses for children ages 2 -­ 5 and their parents. Dress comfortably;; no experience necessary!Tuesday, March 6, 1 p.m. @ Bristow LibraryThursday, March 8, 1 p.m. @ Bandini Library

FitivitiesFitivitiesCome have fun with this game that moves you! Team up and chal-­lenge your friends, family or staff. Fun for all ages.Wednesday, March 7, 4-­6 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Reading Movement Programs @ Bristow Library (*Registration required)An innovative program with reading, writing, and physical activity for children ages 4 to 12. Children will listen to a story, then write about it and interpret the story into movement outside in the park. Space is limited. Pre-­register at any library.Participants are expected to attend all eight sessions: Mondays, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 5 -­ 6:00 p.m.

TEEN PROGRAMSTEEN PROGRAMSTeen Tech Week Celebrate the importance of technology, as we learn about the raspberry pi-­a small, single-­board computer!Monday, March 5, 4 p.m. @ Bandini LibraryTuesday, March 6, 4 p.m. @ Bristow LibraryWednesday, March 7, 4 p.m. @ Veterans LibraryFriday, March 9, 4 p.m. @ Rosewood Library Friday, March 9, 4 p.m. @ Rosewood Library

Commerce Loves Reading Book FestivalMeet authors of teen fiction, attend author discussion panels, get your books signed, and purchase your own copies.Saturday, March 10, 10 a.m. -­ 3 p.m. @ Rosewood Library

Essay ContestShare your story! “If I could travel anywhere, I would go to…” Write an essay about your journey and destination. Write an essay about your journey and destination. Why would you want to go there? What would you do on your trip? Essay contest for grades 6 -­ 12.Due March 31, 2 p.m. @ all libraries

Video GamesTeens, come join us to enjoy video games! Wednesdays, March 7, 21 at 3:30 p.m. @ Bandini LibraryWednesdays, March 7, 21 at 3:30 p.m. @ Bandini LibraryWednesday, March 7, 3:30 p.m. @ Bristow LibraryFridays March 2, 16, 30 at 3:30 p.m. @ Rosewood LibraryWednesday, March 14 and Tuesday, March 27, 4 p.m. @ Veterans Library

Advisory Group (TAG)Teens, join us to help plan, promote and host events! Fridays at Rosewood Library.Fridays at Rosewood Library.January 5, 12, 19, 26 at 3 p.m.

Book ClubTeens, join us for our monthly book club which meets every Friday of the month for book discussions and reading related activities. Fridays at Rosewood Library. January 5, 12, 19, 26 at 4 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMS Blossoming into Spring (*Registration required) Join us for a special spring time art program for adults! Bandini Library. Thursday, March 8, 5:30 p.m.

Hecho a ManoAdults, come make a beautiful mini beaded sun catcher to hang Adults, come make a beautiful mini beaded sun catcher to hang in the yard or in your window! All supplies will be provided.Thursday, March 1, 5:30 p.m. @ Veterans LibraryTuesday, March 6, 11 a.m. @ Rosewood LibraryWednesday, March 7, 6 p.m. @ Rosewood LibraryWednesday, March 14, 6 p.m. @ Bristow LibraryThursday, March 15, 5:30 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Container Gardening Program en EspañolContainer Gardening Program en EspañolNo space? No problem! Come learn how to start a small container garden and you’ll always have fresh vegetables available to you. You’ll even receive a small vegetable plug to start your own garden (while supplies last).Thursday, March 29, 6 p.m. @ Bristow Library

Beginner Computer Classes5 week session (*Registration required)5 week session (*Registration required)Sign up for a five week session of beginning computer classes. Tuesdays at Rosewood Library. March 13, 20, 27 and April 3 and 10 at 6 p.m.

TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMSVirtual Reality (ages 13 and older Come try virtual reality with us!)Monday, March 26, 5 p.m. @ Rosewood LibraryMonday, March 26, 5 p.m. @ Rosewood LibraryWednesday, March 28, 5 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Recurring ProgramsFamily Storytimes6 p.m.Mondays: Rosewood Library Tuesdays: Bandini LibraryWednesdays: Veterans Library Thursdays: Bristow LibraryNo storytimes the weeks of March 26 and April 2No storytimes the weeks of March 26 and April 2

Toddler TimesSongs, stories and a craft for ages 2 -­ 4 yearsWednesdays at 11:30 a.m. @ Rosewood LibraryFridays at 11 a.m. @ Veterans LibraryNo Toddler Times the weeks of March 26 and April 2

English Book ClubJoin us for a monthly book discussion. Join us for a monthly book discussion. Please call 323-­780-­1176 for more information. Monday, March 5, 6 p.m. @ The Coffee Bean 6320 E. Washington Blvd. Commerce, CA 90040Monday, April 2, 6 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Club de Lectura en EspañolÚnete al club de lectura en español. Es divertido, educativo y gratis. Para más información, llama al (323) 722-­6660, ext 2825. gratis. Para más información, llama al (323) 722-­6660, ext 2825. Rosewood Library. Thursdays, March 29 and April 26, 6 p.m.

Veterans Coffee NightEvery 2nd Tuesday of the month, the Veterans Resource Center invites all Veterans to join us for refreshments and great conversation with your military brothers and sisters. Rosewood Library. Tuesdays, March 13 and April 10, 5 p.m.

Crochet CircleCrochet CircleBeginners welcome! Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a project you’re already working on or for a $2.00 donation, you will receive a starter kit. Every Tuesday, 6 p.m. @ Veterans Library.

April 2018

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSThe Wild Lives of Wolves & CoyotesWhat is the difference between wolves, coyotes, and dogs?

Come learn all about the fascinating lives of wolves and coyotes.

Rosewood Library. Saturday, April 20, 12 p.m.

Children’s Art Workshop Children’s Art Workshop Art facilitators from Casa Cultural Saybrook will lead children in a

painting workshop. Space is limited;; pre-­register at any library.

Workshop at Rosewood Library.

Ages 6 -­ 11: Friday, April 27, 2 -­ 4 p.m.

Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros ProgramSpecial program to celebrate children and books.

Rosewood Library. Monday, April 30, 6 p.m.Rosewood Library. Monday, April 30, 6 p.m.

TEEN PROGRAMSCraft HourTeens, come join us to make a cool craft!

All supplies will be provided. Tuesdays at 4 p.m.

April 3 @ Veterans Library April 10 @ Rosewood Library

April 17 @ Bristow Library April 24 @ Bandini Library

Video GamesVideo GamesTeens, come join us to enjoy video games!

Wednesdays, April 4 & 28 at 3:30 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Wednesday, April 4, 3:30 p.m. @ Bristow Library

Fridays April 6, 13, & 27 at 3:30 p.m. @ Rosewood Library

Wednesday, April 11 & Tuesday, April 24, 4 p.m. @ Veterans Library

Project Management for TeensLearn to use business tools for academic success. Learn to use business tools for academic success.

Rosewood Library. Friday, April 20, 4 -­ 6 p.m.

Commerce Going Green Celebrates Mother EarthIn partnership with the Parks and Recreation and Community

Services Departments.

Saturday, April 21, 12 -­ 4 p.m. @ Rosewood Library & Park

Advisory Group (TAG)Teens, join us to help plan, promote and host events! Teens, join us to help plan, promote and host events!

Fridays at Rosewood Library. January 5, 12, 19, 26 at 3 p.m.

Teen Art Workshop(*Registration required) Art facilitators from Casa Cultural Saybrook

will lead teens in a painting workshop. Space is limited;; pre-­register at

any library. Workshop at Rosewood Library.

Ages 12 -­ 17: Saturday, April 28, 10 a.m. -­ 12 p.m

Book ClubBook ClubTeens, join us for our monthly book club which meets every Friday

of the month for book discussions and reading related activities.

Fridays at Rosewood Library. January 5, 12, 19, 26 at 4 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMSBeginner Computer Classes5 week session (*Registration required): Sign up for a five week

session of beginning computer classes. Tuesdays at Rosewood session of beginning computer classes. Tuesdays at Rosewood

Library. April 3 and 10 at 6 p.m. (5 week session begins in March)

Hecho a ManoAdults, join us to decorate a plastic flower pot for your spring garden!

All supplies will be provided.

Tuesday, April 3, 11 a.m. @ Rosewood Library

Wednesday, April 4, 6 p.m. @ Rosewood Library

Thursday, April 5, 5:30 p.m. @ Veterans LibraryThursday, April 5, 5:30 p.m. @ Veterans Library

Wednesday, April 18, 6 p.m. @ Bristow Library

Thursday, April 19, 5:30 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Money Smart Week Series (Programs will be in Spanish)Good Credit: The importance of having good credit: Buying a home

and how to manage it. Monday, April 23, 6-­7:30pm

@ Rosewood Library (READS Center)

First Time Home Buyers: Information and programs for first time home

buyers. Monday, April 30, 6-­7:30pm @ Rosewood Library (READS Center)

TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMSVirtual Reality (ages 13 and older: Come try virtual reality with us!)

Monday, April 23, 5 p.m. @ Veterans LibraryMonday, April 23, 5 p.m. @ Veterans Library

Wednesday, April 25, 5 p.m. @ Bristow Library

COMMERCE READS CENTERCommerce Scholarship DueThursday, April 19, 5 p.m. @ Commerce READs Center

Become a Volunteer TutorDo you love Reading and Helping others? You can become a volunteer Do you love Reading and Helping others? You can become a volunteer

tutor! It is a great way to give back to your community and a great addition

to your resume or any scholarship applications you pursue. Give us a call

for more information! READs Center 323-­722-­6660 ext. 2823

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEKApril 8 -­ April 14

Dinner with the DirectorCome enjoy a meal with the Director of the City of Commerce Public Come enjoy a meal with the Director of the City of Commerce Public

Library. Rosewood Library. Monday, April 9, 5:30 p.m.

ART-­O-­MATIC ArtTake a chance, roll the creative dice, and make an accidental

masterpiece! Ages 7 and up. All programs 3:00 p.m.

Monday, April 9 @ Rosewood Library

Tuesday, April 10 @ Bandini Library

Wednesday, April 11 @ Veterans LibraryWednesday, April 11 @ Veterans Library

Thursday, April 12 @ Bristow Library

Snack and Chat with the DirectorCome enjoy a snack and spend some time with the Director of the City of

Commerce Public Library.

Tuesday, April 10, 3 p.m. @ Veterans Library

Tuesday, April 10, 4:30 p.m. @ Bristow Library

Thursday, April 12, 3 p.m. @ Bandini LibraryThursday, April 12, 3 p.m. @ Bandini Library

Database PartyStop by and learn about all the amazing apps and resources available to

you with your library card. Read eBooks, eMagazines, get access to brain

training apps and much more. All library locations.

Wednesday, April 11, 2 -­ 6 p.m.

VIP Behind the Scenes Library Tour (*Registration required) Get to know your library a little better! Come (*Registration required) Get to know your library a little better! Come

see of the back offices of the Rosewood Library for a special behind the

scenes tour. Rosewood Library. Thursday, April 12, 5:30 p.m.

Poop & Fart Storytime (*Registration required) Funny stories, a craft, and an activity featuring

plenty of potty humor for ages 4 and up. Costumes, t-­shirts or brown

clothes encouraged. Space is limited;; pre-­register at any library.

Friday, April 13, 2 p.m. @ Rosewood LibraryFriday, April 13, 2 p.m. @ Rosewood Library

“Frightening Friday” For Children & Teens (*Registration required) Prepare to be scared on Friday the 13th! Scary

stories, hot dogs, and s’mores around the library “campfire” for ages 9 to 15.

Space is limited;; pre-­register at any library. Friday, April 13, 5 p.m.

@ Bandini Library

Escape the Library! (*Registration required) Join us for a special library escape room, after (*Registration required) Join us for a special library escape room, after

hours at Rosewood Library! Get locked in and see if you can solve the

puzzles and find the clues so you can escape the library!

For ages 16 and older. Rosewood Library. Friday, April 13, 6 -­ 8 p.m.

Comic Creator Jules RiveraLearn to create comics with comic creator Jules Rivera.

Rosewood Library. Saturday, April 14, 11 a.m.

Bandini Library Closure:Bandini Neighborhood Library will beclosed March 16 -­ April 2, 2018.

Dates are tentative, please call 323-­722-­6660or visit www.cocpl.org for more informaton.

City of Commerce Mayor and City Council

Oralia Y. Rebollo, MayorIvan Altamirano, Mayor Pro Tem

Hugo A. Argumedo, CouncilmemberLeonard Mendoza, Councilmember

John Soria, Councilmember

City AdministratorCity AdministratorEdgar P. Cisneros

Education Commission

Meets 2nd Monday of each month in the Council Chambers at 6 p.m.

Susana Larios, ChairpersonVanessa Stinnett, Vice ChairpersonSandra Cornejo, CommissionerPriscilla Perez, CommissionerPriscilla Perez, Commissioner

Sonia Rodriguez , Commissioner

Library Commission

Meets 4th Monday of each month in the Council Chambers at 6 p.m.

Antonia Lupercio, ChairpersonOlga Ureña, Vice Chairperson

Alejandro Mendoza, CommissionerConnie Arteaga, CommissionerConnie Arteaga, CommissionerCarmen Marquez, Commissioner