Friends Annual Used Book Sale

Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the library patio. Books of all categories --history, fiction, non-fiction, business, children's, paperbacks, etc. One bag of books $3 and 2 bags of books $5. Brown bags will be provided. Cash and checks accepted. All proceeds go for book purchases, CDs, DVDs and children's programming for the Crowell Public Library.

Spring Cleaning Tips at Crowell Public Library

A clean environment aids concentration and increases productivity. As the dim days of winter dissolve into the joyful brightness of spring, don’t let accumulated household clutter stress you out. Join us at the library for a free workshop with de-cluttering expert Tracy McCubbin on Thursday, March 19 at 7 p.m. in the Barth Room. McCubbin will offer professional tips for effective spring cleaning. No registration required. Call (626) 300-0777 for more information. Take control of your physical space!

Tournament of Roses court comes to Crowell

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On Saturday, February 28, 2009 the royal court of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses came to the Crowell Public Library and read stories to their loyal subjects.

Muffy Hunt, Rosa Zee, Gwynne Seares

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Muffy Hunt, Rosa Zee, and Gwynne Seares gather after Rosa's program demonstrating Chinese flower arranging on March 6, 2009 at the Library. This is part of the One City, One Story celebration of Flower Confidential by Amy Stewart.

Spring Cleaning Tips at Crowell Public Library

A clean environment aids concentration and increases productivity. As the dim days of winter dissolve into the joyful brightness of spring, don’t let accumulated household clutter stress you out. Join us at the library for a free workshop with de-cluttering expert Tracy McCubbin on Thursday, March 19 at 7 p.m. in the Barth Room. McCubbin will offer professional tips for effective spring cleaning. Call (626) 300-0777 for more information. Take control of your physical space!

THE ANTI-ALZHEIMER’S PRESCRIPTION

On Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., join us for a free information session that will explain Alzheimer’s disease including symptoms, risk factors and current research. Dr. Vincent Fortanasce, a neurologist for over 35 years, will outline a comprehensive method to prevent Alzheimer’s. Learn to take control of your health and start your Alzheimer’s prevention program.

A board certified neurological rehabilitation specialist, Dr. Fortanasce has lectured widely, from Yale to Stanford, and was twice named Outstanding Lecturer of the Year at the University of Southern California School of Medicine. He has published numerous articles and four successful trade books, including The Anti-Alzheimer’s Prescription, the proceeds from which go to The Fighting Alzheimer’s Fund charity. Dr. Fortanasce has treated high-profile individuals such as Pope John Paul II and Major League Hall of Famer, Tommy Lasorda. As a physician and bio-ethicist, he has appeared on 60 Minutes, The Today Show, Dr. Phil, Dateline and numerous radio programs. His syndicated program on St. Joseph’s Radio, has a listenership of more than 170,000.

READ ACROSS AMERICA @ THE CROWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY On Monday, March 2, at 7 p.m., come to the library and celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday for a special evening storytime. We’ll share Seuss books, crafts, and food, sure to put you in a “Seussical” mood!