Community Corner
Summer Means Fun at the Castro Valley Library
Put these dates on your calendar now and take advantage of these free family activities
From a Castro Valley Library Press Release -
The is announcing a line-up of summer activities for children and families.
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Here's is a preview of what's to come:
In addition to live performances in the library's Chabot Room each Wednesday, at 2 p.m. (except on July 4), Monday matinee movies will be screened at 1 p.m., in the Chabot Room.
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Children may practice their reading with a teen volunteer in the Reading Buddies program on Tuesdays, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Learning Center.
Thursday is "Game Day @ the Library", from 1 to 3 pm, where kids of all ages may play board games, Wii & X-Box games under the supervision of teen volunteers. (Please note that children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.)
The Library also offers Summer Reading Games for kids, teens and adults. Pick up a game board at the Information Desk, track your reading this summer and win prizes! Game runs June 11 - August 11, 2012.
All Library programs are free however, seating limits may be enforced.
Please visit the Library, or call 510-667-7900, to learn more about these and other summer activities, or see Events at this link.
Wednesday 2 p.m. Summer Entertainment Schedule
June 20 - Daffy Dave – Comedy & juggling
June 27 - Louis Pearl – Amazing Bubble Man
July 11 - Python Ron – Live exotic animals
July 18 - Tony Borders “Cool Crazy Critters” ventriloquist & magic
July 25 - Wildlife Associates Amazon Animals
August 1 - Owen Baker-Flynn Comedy & juggling
August 8 - Drummm Rhythmic Events – Drumming for everyone!
There will also be two bonus shows held. On Wednesday, July 18, at 10:30 a.m. the Oakland Zoo Mobile will be at the library and Thursday, July 5, at 2 p.m., Dan Chan the Magic Man, will be on hand to perform unique stunts and close-up magic.
The Castro Valley Library is a branch of the Alameda County Library system. The Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Avenue, and is wheel chair accessible. For more information, call the Library at 510-667-7900 or TTY 888-663-0660.
