BRANCH UPDATE
The North Highlands-Antelope library successfully reopened for browsing on February 9th. Our first day open we had over 90 visitors come and see us. Most of the other Sacramento Library locations also reopened the same day. Our patrons are extremely happy to be able to browse our collection and come inside the library again. All patrons are allowed 1 hour to use the library per day and can browse, use computers, sit down and read for a while, or check out new materials. Our new and lucky day books have been flying off the shelves.
In other news, our Children’s librarian, Denise, has been busy putting together numerous Book First orders and getting them delivered to schools around the community. She will also be scheduling virtual class visits with teachers who have requested them. Our teen librarian Meghan celebrated her last day with us here at North Highlands-Antelope on February 11th. She can be found working with the community at the North Natomas Library. We will greatly miss her and the impact she made on our teen community which our friends continuously supported with volunteer opportunities and resources for teen programs.
The Sacramento Public Library as a whole continues to provide virtual programs like book clubs, storytimes, English conversation groups, homework zone, and more. The Sacramento Public Library aims to remain a relevant and valuable resource for our communities especially during times when things are not the way they used to be. As always, the Friends’ support during this time is highly appreciated and we hope to continue providing more services into the future.
- Shane Kent, Acting Branch Supervisor
- MEETING
The North Highlands-Antelope Friends of the Library will hold a virtual meeting on Wednesday, March 17 at 11:00 am. You can use the link below to connect using a tablet, smartphone or computer, or call in using the phone line. Debby used the Zoom phone link for the last meeting, and it worked just fine (although we did miss seeing her smiling face :).
The agenda includes:
- Update on North Highlands-Antelope Library - Shane Kent
- Book First appointments
- Approve minutes of January meeting - Karen Sanders
- News from the Friends of the Sacramento Public Library - Karen Lindh
- Financial Report - Jerry Matlin and Deb Karaman
- New business
Topic: North Highlands-Antelope Friends of the Library
Time: Mar 17, 2021 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85653037180?pwd=bnlUSWF0cm82YkJvUjBDcHhIYWtPUT09
Or dial by your location
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 856 5303 7180
Passcode: 263357
I will send a reminder to members the day prior to the meeting.
- SUPPORT US
At the end of February, membership of the North Highlands-Antelope Friends remains at 30 members, down from 48 one year prior. Membership dues and Amazon sales have been our sole income over the past nine months. While we have not been funding programs, we continue to provide for Lucky Day books. If you haven’t yet renewed your membership, you can send your check to 828 I Street, Suite 408, Sacramento 95814, or update online:
Donations https://saclibfriends.org/donate/
Membership https://saclibfriends.org/membership/
This is a small financial commitment that wields huge benefits for our community!
- LIKE THE FRIENDS
The Friends of the North Highlands-Antelope Library has an official Facebook page. If you are on Facebook, please visit often, “Like” for updates, and share! Information about Friends membership, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and programs are posted on a regular basis.
- NEWS AND UPDATES
The North Highlands-Antelope Mystery Book Club continues to meet via Zoom. Our next meeting is Saturday, March 20, at 1:30 pm. The book is “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides. The Zoom link is:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4328136647?pwd=Y21Hb25uM1FXaVcyS1lzcisxVm1qQT09
Meeting ID: 432 813 6647
Passcode: 8dWqmb
The April book is “The Poet” by Michael Connelly. The Zoom meeting will be held on Saturday, April 17 at 1:30 pm.
WHAT'S NEW AT SPL
- Curbside pickup by appointment is still available at North Highlands-Antelope and most other locations. Reserve your book online, get an email when the book is available. Drive over to the branch any time the library is open and text the number listed on the sign. When prompted, enter your library card number. A staff member will bring your book to the table in front.
- Even during the pandemic, Sacramento Public Library continues to offer lots of online programming, from story time, to teen programs, and several adult book clubs. Check out saclibrary.org to get the complete list.
- For other events, like book groups, story time, and online Zumba, check out the events calendar on the SPL website: https://saclibrary.evanced.info/signup/List.
BOOK FIRST AND BIG DAY OF GIVING
Classroom Zoom visits are being scheduled over the next few months. SPL and the Friends are using an online tool, called signupgenius.com. If you’re interested in volunteering to support a Book First virtual visit:
1: Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D44AAA82EABFFC70-draft
2: Click the check box where it says “sign up” then click the box stating “submit and sign up”.
3: Select up to 3 branches you want to assist, or select ‘all’ to support a virtual class visit anywhere in Sacramento County.
Not sure what to do? Book First class volunteer orientation:
When: Thursday, March 11th 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
What: We’ll discuss what a virtual visit will look like, outline expectations, answer questions, and provide a “tech check” (making sure we all know how zoom works and what teachers might expect).
Here is a link to the Zoom gathering:
https://zoom.us/j/99967060291? pwd= REtvMENWcXYvY3VuWHY3OWcwRU1YZz 09
Or dial by your location
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 999 6706 0291
Passcode: 306223
Vicki Rondeau is co-chair for this year. If you are interested in volunteering for virtual school visits, contact her at: libraryland11@yahoo.com.
