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February Events and News
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February Events and News
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Contact: Library 619-236-5800 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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History Celebration: African American History Month
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History Celebration: African American History Month - This month, celebrate the long and rich traditions of African American history in American life. See here for more about African American History Month.
This event was formerly known as Black History Month. See our online database, "The African American Experience," for more information about this history. A major library and book publisher, Cengage/Gale, provides these free "Black History Month" resources.
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Library Lovers' Month
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Contact: Library 619-236-5800 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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Library Lovers' Month - Library Lovers' Month is a month-long celebration of school, public, and private libraries of all types. This is a time for everyone, especially library support groups, to recognize the value of libraries and to work to assure that the Nation's libraries will continue to serve. See here for more about How to Love Your Library.
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Reroofing Project: Branch Temporary Closure
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Contact: Library 619-692-4910 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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Mission Hills Branch Library - Temporary Closure - The Mission Hills Branch Library will undergo a reroofing project in the next several weeks. There will be preliminary asbestos removal work done on the roof before installation can begin. This work requires the branch to be closed from Monday, February 1st through Saturday, February 13th. The Library will re-open to the public on Tuesday, February 16th. The bookdrop will also be closed during this time and Library reserves may be picked up at the University Heights Branch Library.
See our Temporary Closures Information
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Location: Mission Hills
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Special Exhibit: Baseball Photos
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Contact: Library 619-236-5800 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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Baseball Photography Exhibition at Central Library, Local Man Saving Baseball Fans’ Snapshots - A collection of baseball photographs is now display at the San Diego Public Library, through February 28, 2010. This free exhibition is on the Second Floor of the Central Library near the Art, Music & Recreation Section and the Children’s Room.
The photographs were assembled by local baseball historian and author Andy Strasberg as part of his ongoing Fantography project to gather snapshots taken by fans over the last 100 years that capture a poignant personal moment in major league, minor league, or Negro league baseball. See the Fantography Web site for more details.
Select the image, or here to see the full press release (PDF).
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Special Exhibit: Beth King: Paintings on Canvas
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Contact: Library 858-581-9934 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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Visual Arts Exhibit: Beth King: Paintings on Canvas - More than two dozen paintings by Beth King, an artist whose works are rarely seen in public venues but who is highly respected in art circles, is featured in a solo exhibition that opened Sunday, November 29, 2009 at the Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library. The Pacific Beach Branch Library houses the flagship gallery for the San Diego Public Library system.
The exhibition, titled "Beth King: Paintings on Canvas," will run through February 15, 2010. The exhibition and reception are open to the public and free of charge. Library and gallery hours are Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30 to 8:00 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Fridays, 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; and Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, the public can call the library at 858-581-9934. Read the full press release for more details (PDF).
See more about the Visual Arts Program
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Special Exhibit: John Daniel Abel: The Last Word
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Contact: Library 619-236-5800 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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John Daniel Abel: The Last Word: 56 American Epitaphs - On exhibit, Central Library, 2nd Floor Corridor Gallery, from January 10 - March 29, 2010. A reception and book signing took place on Sunday, January 10, from 1-4 p.m. The Abel exhibit is open during normal Library hours. "The Last Word: 56 American Epitaphs" is an exhibition of original drawings created by Abel over the past decade and recently published in a book bearing the same title.
See the full press release (PDF)
See the San Diego Union-Tribune review online
See more about the Visual Arts Program
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Special Exhibit: Leaves of Gold
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Contact: Library 619-236-5800 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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Wangenheim Room Exhibit: Leaves of Gold: Illuminated Manuscripts and Medieval Book of Hours - A new exhibit, Leaves of Gold: an Exhibit of Illuminated Manuscripts is now in the Central Library's Wangenheim Room. This free exhibit is open to the public from August 10 through February 25, 2010.. The end date for this exhibit has been extended. The Wangenheim Room is open to the public from Monday through Saturday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Hidden in the collections of the Wangenheim Room is unexpected treasure — a rich trove of beautiful medieval and Renaissance miniature paintings and flashes of gold on vellum leaves that have rarely been on public display. See the full press release (PDF:198K).
See more about the Wangenheim Room
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Special Free eBook: The Procrastinator's Guide to Getting Things Done
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Contact: Library 619-236-5800 weblibrary@sandiego.gov
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Note: This free eBook will be available only from February 1, 2010 until February 28, 2010.
The Procrastinator's Guide to Getting Things Done, By Monica Ramirez Basco, Guilford Press, 2010. Everyone waits till the last minute sometimes. But many procrastinators pay a significant price, from poor job performance to stress, financial problems, and relationship conflicts. Expressly designed for people who want to make changes but would be easily daunted by an elaborate self-help program, this guide is packed with highly practical tips and suggestions. Author and cognitive-behavioral therapy expert Monica Ramirez Basco peppers the book with easy-to-relate-to examples from "recovering procrastinators" — including herself. Inviting quizzes, exercises, and practical suggestions help you: Understand why you procrastinate; Start with small changes that lead to big improvements; Outsmart your own delaying tactics; Counteract self-doubt and perfectionism; and, Build crucial skills for getting things done today. The February eBook of the Month is provided through the generous support of Guilford Press.
See Free eBook of the Month
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Tuesday February 9, 2010
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9:30 AM
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Basic Computer Class
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Contact: Library 858-538-8163
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Computer literacy volunteers will tutor some hands-on learning exercises. This free class is for beginner computer users. Sign-up at the Information Desk.
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Location: Rancho Bernardo
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9:30 AM
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Pre-school Storytime
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Contact: Library 858-538-8159
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Stories, songs, and fun with storyteller Miss Marilyn McPhie. For children ages 3-5 in the Children's Area. No registration required.
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Location: Rancho Peñasquitos
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9:30 AM
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ESL Family Literacy & Conversation
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Contact: Library 858-538-8159
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ESL Classes for the entire family! Adults will learn conversational English and American Customs. Children will improve their language skills. Each session lasts six weeks and meets twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. Registration is required per session. You can either register in advance at the library or on the day of the first class. Early registration is encouraged, since class size is limited. For further information or to register, please call the library.
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Location: Rancho Peñasquitos
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