Internet Evaluation Workshop for Students

Did you know that everything published on the Internet isn't true? The Internet can be both a dream and a nightmare for students learning how to do research. Web sites can be a terrific way for students to get facts and information. But at the same time this largely unmonitored resource can be full of inaccurate material, hoaxes, scams and misinformation.

So how can a student decipher fact from fiction? Join us at the San Marino Public Library as we show you how to evaluation information found on the Internet. This interactive workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 19th at 6:30 p.m. at the San Marino Public Library. Call (626) 300-0777 to reserve your spot, as space is limited. This workshop is perfect for students in the 3rd- 6th grade.

Last Call for Rose Pruning

Here is another reminder about the free Rose Pruning Workshop on Saturday, January 22 at 9:00 a.m. Ron Serven, of the San Marino Parks Department, will demonstrate how to prune your own roses in the San Marino Public Library's auditorium. For the first time, this year there will be a hands-on session following the demonstration at Lacy Park (1485 Virginia Road) from 11:30 to 1:00 PM. Everybody is welcome to attend either one or both of these sessions.

The Library session is for those who want to sit back and be shown exactly how to do it and be given a chance to ask questions. The Lacy Park session is for those who want to learn by doing, with help and advice from Ron and the "Deadheaders", a group of volunteers who help keep up with maintaining Lacy Park's rose garden. Bring your pruners if you come to this one.

No need to reserve, but those who arrive early get closest to the action for the Library session. For more information, call (626) 300-0777.

Saturday Afternoon Movie at the Library

Mandy Patinkin as Inigo Montoya, Andre the Giant as Fezzik, Billy Crystal as Miracle Max, Cary Elwes as Westly, Robin Wright as Buttercup...can you name this cult classic?

The San Marino Public Library will present a free screening of this 1987 film, based on William Goldman's book of the same title (the "good parts" version,) on Saturday, January 22, at 2:30. So get ready to scale the "Cliffs of Insanity", battle "Rodents of Unusual Size" and face torture in the "Pit of Despair", all in the name of true love. A trivia contest for prizes-did I mention the six-fingered man?- will be held after the film.

Storytime Resumes

Winter Storytime at the San Marino Public Library will begin soon. These weekly storytimes are a great way for children to experience wonderful stories, create magnificent crafts and have fun while doing it. Preschool storytime, for children ages 3-5, are held on Thursdays at 11:30 am & 1:30 pm and will run from January 27th through March 3rd.

After-school storytime, for children ages 5-8, are held on Tuesdays at 3:30 pm and will run from January 25th through March 1st. To sign your child up for one of these storytime adventures, please call (626) 300-0777.

Wednesday Morning Volunteer Needed

The San Marino Library is looking for a volunteer to stamp date due cards on Wednesday mornings from 9:00 AM to about 10:00 AM. It is not difficult, but it requires precision and care. The ability to commit to a regular schedule is also important. If you like libraries, you can't ask for a better setting. If you have any questions or are interested in this position, please call (626) 300-0776 and ask for Rex.