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April 2010

Library News

By Abby Bridge, Potrero Branch Librarian

52nd Annual Art Exhibition

Potrero Branch Library hosts the 52nd Annual Art Exhibition, May 1 to May 30.  Artists who live, work, or study on Potrero Hill are invited to participate in this non-juried show.  We’ll be accepting artwork from March 30 through April 25 during open hours.  Submission guidelines are available at the library and on the Potrero Branch Blog, http://potrerolibrarysfpl.blogspot.com.  The exhibition is the oldest annual art show in San Francisco, and owes its longevity to a group of artists who painted with, or under the tutelage of, the late Charles Farr.  More than 100 artists participated in the 2006 exhibit. An opening reception is on May 1 from 1 to 4 p.m.

April Adult Programs

Poets Eleven – District 10.  Presented in conjunction with Friends of the San Francisco Public Library as part of a citywide poetry contest and reading series, this program will feature three poets selected from District 10 by Poet-in-Residence Jack Hirschman.  April 27, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

April Children’s Programs

Baby Rhyme and Play Time.  Tuesdays, April 6, 13, 20 and 27, 1:15 p.m.  For infants to eighteen months old and their caregivers.

Family Storytime, featuring stories, songs and rhymes.  For children from birth to five years old and their caregivers.  Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Music is Everywhere.  Listen, interact, dance, laugh and sing with Lee Weiss.  For pre-kindergartners.  April 24, 2 to 2:45 p.m.  

All Potrero Branch Library programs are held in the second floor meeting room.  Additional branch information: http://potrerolibrarysfpl.blogspot.com.

Potrero Library Campaign

The Potrero Neighborhood Library Campaign Committee meets monthly to discuss fundraising strategies and progress.  To join the committee contact Mary Abler, Friends of the Library, 626.7512, extension 107; mary.abler@friendssfpl.org.

Mission Bay Library

The Mission Bay Library is located at 960 Fourth Street, at Berry, near AT&T Park.  The library is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesdays noon to 8 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Public transport to the library includes the N, T, 10, 30, 46, and 47.  There’s unmetered one-hour street parking on Channel Street, a block away.  Additional branch information:  355.2838; http://missionbaylibrary.blogspot.com  

April Senior’s Programs

Prescription Assistance for Low-Income Seniors.  A presentation about help with prescription costs for low-income seniors, with one-on-one counseling available.  April 3, 2 to 4 p.m.

On-line Social Networking for Seniors:  A Way to End Isolation and Loneliness One Network at a Time.   April 7, 2 to 4 p.m.

April Children’s Programs

Baby Rhyme and Play Time.  Interactive music, rhymes, bounces, books, and more for infants to 24 months and their caregivers.  Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:15 a.m.   

Toddler Tales and Play Time.  Music, movement, rhymes, books and more for 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.  Fridays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 4:30 p.m.

Preschool Storytime.  Stories, songs, rhymes and more for children ages three to five.   Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 4:30 p.m. 

Children’s Crafts with Sophie.  A variety of fun craft projects for children of all ages and their caregivers.  Drop in between 4 and 6 p.m. on April 14.

 

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