Food Fear Factor

Crowell Public Library Invites Teens to Celebrate Halloween at Our
Food Fear Factor

Barth Community Room
Oct 25nd @ 3:15pm

Candy is cliché—celebrate Halloween a brand new way! Teens grades 6-12 are invited to join Crowell Library’s first-ever “Food Fear Factor,” held in the Community Room. We’ll be serving such delicacies as Kitty Litter Cake. Don’t worry—it tastes better than it looks!

Aspiring chefs: assemble delightful concoctions—stuffed roaches, anyone?—and astound your friends! Recipes for all foods served at this event will be available. Who knew gross food could be so fun—and delicious? Be a champion gastronome on October 25th at 3:15pm. Come with a big appetite and a strong stomach—it’s time to face your fears!

Registration is not required and the event is free. This is a Young Adult event; ONLY grades 6-12 may attend-- no exceptions. Call the library for details or e-mail Carrie Wilson at cwilson@cityofsanmarino.org. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Crowell Public Library.

Coffee and Cramming @ Crowell!

Middle School: Tuesday, May 31-Thursday, June 2
High school: Monday and Tuesday, June 6 and 7
Weeknights, 3-8pm
Barth Community Room

Finals are here! Hard-working teens are invited to enjoy coffee and snacks in the student-only group-study zone, which is otherwise known as the Barth Community Room. Middle school students (grades 6-8) reign in on Tuesday, May 31, Wednesday June 1, and Thursday, June 2 from 3-8pm. High school students rule on Monday, June 6 and Tuesday June 7 from 3-8pm. All brainiacs in attendance will be entered to win a Barnes & Noble Gift card! Crowell Public Library: where you can get your exam cram on!

Want to take a break from studying? Relax with games in the YA corner. In addition to the game staples of Uno, Scrabble and checkers, teens can enjoy Wits & Wagers, Apples to Apples. Coffee and Cramming @ Crowell is free, and generously sponsored by the Friends of the Crowell Public Library.

Teen Eclipse Party (Twilight Saga)

Barth Community Room
July 7th at 3pm

Teen fans of the Twilight saga are invited to celebrate the film release of Eclipse, the third book of the best-selling series, at Crowell Library’s Eclipse Party! The party starts July 7th at 3pm in the Barth Community Room. All attendees will receive twilight buttons to profess their loyalties—Team Edward or Team Jacob? Vegetarian or Villian? Teens (entering grades 7 to 12) registered for “Make Waves @ Your Library,” the young adult summer reading program, will receive a raffle ticket for attending the Eclipse Party! Raffles are drawn at the end of Summer Reading Program (August 1). Raffle prizes include a Special Edition of New Moon and an iPod Touch!

At the Eclipse Party, delicious Twilight-inspired treats will be served—enjoy red velvet cupcakes, chilled apple slices, punch, and ice cold Cullen Kisses! Vegetarian vampires (and humans) can snack on iced animal crackers. Dare to hold hands with Edward Cullen, who is cold as ice and hard as marble! Play Alice’s Visions, Twilight Trivia, and Twilight Charades. Teens are invited to dress up as their favorite Twilight Saga character for the costume contest—winners decided by secret ballot! Prizes (including books, posters, and T-shirts) awarded to best costumed guests.

Crowell Public library’s Teen Eclipse Party is sponsored by the Friends of the Crowell Public Library. It is one of many special programs we offer during our Summer Reading Program “Make Waves @ Your Library” is sponsored The Friends of the Crowell Public Library, AMF Bowling Square Lanes of Arcadia, Auntie Anne’s, Armstrong Garden Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Bed Bath & Beyond, Borders Books of Glendale, Build-a-Bear Workshop, Golf N’ Stuff, Jump ‘n Jammin, Legoland California, Mimi’s Café, One West Bank of San Marino, Pacific Asia Museum, Pacific Park, Pasadena Ice Skating Center, Pie ‘n Burger, Ross, San Marino Masonic Lodge, San Marino Toy & Book Shoppe, Santa Anita Park, Shakey’s Pizza, Sushi Bar Yoshida, Teri & Yaki, and Tommy’s World Famous Hamburgers!

Congratulations and Thank You to the Poetry Slam winners!

Adults: Neva, 1st; Donald, 2nd; Miles, 3rd. Teens: Seth, 1st; Sid, 2nd; Anna, 3rd.

Everyone was amazing and showed such talent and creativity: Lisa, Rebecca, Michael, Sara, Hillary, Victoria, Joel, Junior, Vernon, and Anna C. Thank you for sharing the gifts of your time and talent at the Crowell Public Library.

Poetry Slam at the Coffeehouse!

Perform at the Crowell Public Library’s
Poetry Slam at the Coffeehouse!
Barth Community Room
Wednesday April 14th at 6pm

April is National Poetry Month—what better way to celebrate than by attending or performing at the Crowell Public Library's second annual poetry slam?! Teens and adults from the greater San Gabriel Valley will have an exciting opportunity to deliver dynamic poetry performances in a coffeehouse setting—complete with live acoustic guitar music played by local talent Rick Valladares. We will serve refreshments--and coffee, of course!

What exactly is a poetry slam? A poetry slam is a competition, a performance, entertainment, excitement, art. Everyone will have an opportunity to perform in front of a panel of judges. Never been in a poetry slam? This is your opportunity to shine!

Teens and adults ages 12 and up are invited to take a chance, get inspired, be creative, entertain, perform, slam! Registration is required of participants--first come, first served; call (626) 300-0777. Performers must have original pieces reviewed by staff before event begins. Prizes will be awarded in two age categories. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Crowell Public Library.

The Doctor Is In! Managing Menopause: What Women Need to Know

Monday, March 1, 2010, 6 p.m.

Dr. Jing Lu, an OB/GYN specialist in women’s health issues will provide an overview of menopause and how symptoms including night sweats, hot flashes, and weight gain can be better managed. Learn how menopause can be a positive “change” in a woman’s life.

Dr. Lu, received her medical training from Shanghai Second Medical University in China and completed her fellowship and residency training at USC Keck School of Medicine. Currently she is a member of the medical staff at San Gabriel Medical Center. There will be an opportunity to ask the doctor questions at the end of the talk, and light refreshments will be served. The program is FREE, but space is limited. Call (626) 300-0777 to reserve your space.

This lecture is part of the ongoing THE DOCTOR IS IN! series of educational programs designed to help you stay healthy and active. The lectures by some of the communities most accomplished physicians are being presented at Crowell Public Library, in conjunction with the San Gabriel Valley Medical Center.

Join us and learn about important health topics from the experts.

Barth Community Room, Crowell Public Library, 1890 Huntington Drive, San Marino

Thaddeus Lowe & the Mt. Lowe Railway

Tuesday March 2nd
7:00 p.m.

Opened with great fanfare on July 4, 1893, the Mount Lowe Incline Railway was hailed as Earth's Grandest Mountain Ride. Built by Civil War balloonist Thaddeus S. C. Lowe and railroad engineer David J. Macpherson in the mountains above Altadena, this funicular was operated for 43 years and served nearly four million passengers from around the world. Where else could one find four hotels, an observatory, the world's largest searchlight, a dance hall, miniature golf, a zoo, horseback riding, tennis, and snowcapped peaks, all within a day's journey from the Pacific Ocean and downtown Los Angeles? The San Gabriel Mountains continue to be a great natural resource and recreational escape for many Angelenos, but the spectacular railway lives on only in the vintage photographs.

Author Michael A. Patris is a third generation native of Los Angeles. He is the founder of the Mount Lowe Preservation Society, Inc., a California nonprofit educational corporation whose archives contain thousands of photographs, ephemera, and souvenirs. All of the images contained in his book come from the society's archives.

Aim your trolley for the Barth Community Room at Crowell Library for a fascinating hour of local history.

Getting Started on Your Family Tree

Thursday, February 18, 2010
10 a.m.

Ever wondered where you got your stubborn streak, or whether that old family story about being descended from royalty is really true? Charlotte Bocage of the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS) will help us get started in genealogy. She will share resources that are available both online and through the SCGC, and provide a simple visual plan of attack to find your roots and organize your genealogical information. All that’s required is your curiosity.

Charlotte Bocage has over forty years of genealogy experience. She is a full-time genealogist, lecturer, author and Louisiana specialist. She serves on the Board of Directors, as a volunteer librarian, and also as Education Chair for the Southern California Genealogical Society which has been serving the community since 1964. Located in Burbank, the society maintains an extensive genealogy library for the public, and also provides help with research on-line.

Adult Connections is a new program being offered at the Crowell Public Library on the third Thursday of the month. Enjoy coffee, donuts and a new topic of interest to an adult audience each month. Upcoming “explorations” may include gardening, digital cameras, de-cluttering, or any other topic of general interest.

TAMING THE PAPER JUNGLE with Pamela Mims

Friday, February 5th
12:00 noon

Are the papers on your desk turning into a jungle of confusion? Are you looking for a way to quickly access the information that you need? Would you appreciate learning easy ways to tame that paper jungle and simplify your life? If you answered "Yes!" to any of these questions, then Professional Organizer, PAMELA MIMS of Mims Consulting, could be the tiger in your tank! She can lead you to fast and simple solutions that can turn teetering piles of printed chaos into neat files of information. Learn simple methods of finding, sorting, filing and storing your paperwork and be on your way to organizational heaven.

Pamela Mims is a Business Systems Developer and Consultant, specializing in organizing professional offices. What sets her apart is her 25 years of legal secretarial experience where she created tailored and customized systems for businesses and law firms. She has conducted organizing workshops for regional Chambers of Commerce and bar associations, and has been profiled in the Los Angeles Times, Pasadena Star News, Pasadena Weekly and has appeared on KTLA’s “Making It.” Pamela was the 2005 recipient of the “Most Inspirational” Women in Business Award.

Don’t be overwhelmed when tax time rolls around. Turn those piles into accessible files now.

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!

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.

Craft Day at the Public Library

Girls and boys, ages 5 through 10 are invited to the San Marino Public Library to make aerodynamic craft projects. Using everyday materials, kids will make their very own helicopter, parachute and indoor boomerang. This fun filled afternoon will take place on Thursday, August 19th at 2:00 p.m. Call now to reserve your space (626)300-0777.

Cartoon Drawing Class

On Thursday, July 19th artist David Boatman will be at the San Marino Public Library to conduct a cartoon drawing class. Class will begin at 2:00 p.m. The class is meant to inspire and motivate students in their love of cartoons and drawing. Please bring a sharpie and your imagination!!!

SRP Reminder

The Final Party for the Summer Reading Program will be held on Saturday, July 28th at 2:00 p.m. All children who’ve read at least 5 books this summer received an invitation. So bring your invite and be prepared for an afternoon full of laughs, fun and friends!!! If you haven’t received an invitation it’s not too late. Come in and sign up for the reading program today!

Barks & Books

Elementary school children are invited to the San Marino Public Library to practice their reading skills by reading to Scarlett, a lively dachshund. Scarlett will be at the library on Thursday, July 26th @ 2:00 p.m. This special program is made possible by volunteers of the Pasadena Humane Society. For more information, please call 626-300-0777.

Barks and Books

Elementary school children are invited to the San Marino Public Library to practice their reading skills by reading a book to a gentle dog. This special program is made possible by volunteers of the Pasadena Humane Society. Please call the children’s department for specific time and dates. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information, please call 626-300-0777.

Teen Summer Reading: You Never Know…

Mystery will be the theme when YNK-You Never Know @ Your Library, this year's Summer Reading Program for Teens, kicks off June 11th. Students 6th grade and above can come in and register for the program and pick up a Reading Record and a complimentary coupon good for a 2 for 1 admission to Legoland. For each book we verify participants have read they will receive a "chance ticket" that can be entered into a drawing for any one of a number of prizes. This year's great prizes include, an I Pod Shuffle, I Tunes Cards, Karate lessons, and complimentary tickets to movie theatres and Aquarium of the Pacific. A drawing for the prizes will be held July 28th at the end of the program.

Follow the Footprints to Your Library

Super sleuths and daring detectives are invited to Get a Clue @ Your Library at the San Marino Public Library. The 2007 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prizes, contests, and more. Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins on Monday, June 11th. For more information, visit our website at www.sanmarinopl.org. All programs are free to the public.

Afternoon Movie Screening

Beat the heat and come cool off at San Marino Public Library. During the summer on selected Tuesdays we will be showing full length feature films spotlighting on detectives, spies and mystery. Please call the library for specific dates and titles.

Critter Capers Animal Show

Yikes!! It’s Gone! Someone has “poached” Thelma Chicken’s Golden Egg! This is not going to go “over easy” at the barn. She is gonna need to “scramble” for help. But Who? Join pet detectives Andy and Sandy as they try to “crack” the case. This fun-filled show will be an afternoon full of music, magic and education. Stick around to visit and pet the animals of the show. Saturday, June 30th at 2:00 p.m.

Make It & Take It Craft Days

‘Round and ‘round you’ll go - from one table to the next at the Make-It and Take-It Craft Days on Thursday, June 21st. Children, preschool age through 5th grade, are invited to the public library to make a variety of mystery themed crafts. Craft tables will be available from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. You can drop in any time to work on a project. Helpers and supplies will be on hand.

Barks and Books Elementary school children are invited to the San Marino Public Library to practice their reading skills by reading a book to Scarlett, a gentle dachshund. This special program is made possible by volunteers of the Pasadena Humane Society. This exciting event takes place on Saturday, April 21st at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 21st, at 11:30 a.m..