CANCELLED – Family Storytime

Posted by on 26 June 18

Family Storytime on Thursday, 11/28 is cancelled. Staff will be attending a memorial service for a co-worker. We will have stay and play toys available in the meeting room. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

A Path to Financial Independence

Posted by bonnie on 07 June 18

A Path to Financial Independence with Brian O’Donnell

In your 20’s/30’s/40’s and feeling overwhelmed by finances? Want a path out of
debt and towards financial independence? In this 90-minute workshop we’ll cover:

● The basics of personal finance
● Principles and free tools to support your financial vision
● Smart strategies for payoff of credit cards and other debt
● Basic principles of saving, investing, and financial independence

Brian O’Donnell is a retired software engineer and advocates basic financial literacy for those in need.

Personal Finance 101

Posted by bonnie on 07 June 18

Personal Finance 101 with Brian O’Donnell

Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of managing your personal finances? Want a path out of debt? Do you dream of financial independence for yourself and your family one day?

Join us for this workshop on personal finance basics.

Together, we’ll:

• Create a personal budget
• Find the gap between your income and your spending
• Learn a simple path for paying off personal debts
• Discover the basic principles of saving and investing, and towards eventual financial independence

A Path to Financial Independence

Posted by bonnie on 07 June 18

A Path to Financial Independence with Brian O’Donnell

In your 20’s/30’s/40’s and feeling overwhelmed by finances? Want a path out of
debt and towards financial independence? In this 90-minute workshop we’ll cover:

● The basics of personal finance
● Principles and free tools to support your financial vision
● Smart strategies for payoff of credit cards and other debt
● Basic principles of saving, investing, and financial independence

Brian O’Donnell is a retired software engineer and advocates basic financial literacy for those in need.

Basic Botanical Illustration in Pen & Ink

Posted by bonnie on 05 June 18

Basic Botanical Illustration in Pen & Ink

Sorry, this class is closed to new sign-ups.

This is a 6 week class and each building on the next, so please commit to all 6 classes.
Class will meet Thursday evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, September 20 & 27, October 4, 11, 18, & 25.

Supplies needed will be announced as we get  closer to the start date. Limited supplies will be provided.

The class size is limited to 15. Sign up at the reference desk or call 415-485-3321.

This class will be taught by local botanical artist, Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero.

” Nature with its imperfections dares us to paint  portraits,  floating in space against a boldly blank paper. It is those rare visual moments that we are given the chance to translate it into real value of what we feel…  Man, nature and nothing else.”

“I am largely self taught.. Learning by doing, painting as much as I can. It is a wonderful balance between my passion, vision and my career as a surgical technologist.. and, an avid gardener.”  ERJ

For more information about the artist, please go to http://www.elizabethrodisjamero.com/

Pen & Ink Botanical Illustration I

Posted by bonnie on 05 June 18

 Pen & Ink Botanical Illustration 1
with Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero

The class size is limited to 16 and currently full. There is a wait-list so please visit or call the reference desk at 415-485-3321. You will be contacted via email close to the start date if there is room in the class.

This is a beginner’s 6 week class, each class building on the next, so it is hoped that you will be able to commit to attending all 6 classes.

While learning the art of pen & ink students will be able to work on their individual projects in class or at home.

The class is free but to ensure that each student has the right tools to work with, the library will provide most of the supplies which the student may keep. And for this we ask, if you are able, to make a small donation to offset the cost. 

Class will meet on 6 Thursday evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, December 13, 20 and January 3, 10, 17, 24. No class on December 27.

This class will be taught by local botanical artist, Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero.

” Nature with its imperfections dares us to paint  portraits,  floating in space against a boldly blank paper. It is those rare visual moments that we are given the chance to translate it into real value of what we feel…  Man, nature and nothing else.” ERJ

Pen & Ink Botanical Illustration I

Posted by bonnie on 05 June 18

 Pen & Ink Botanical Illustration I
with Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero

This is a free 6 week class for beginners, each class building on the next, so it is hoped that you will be able to commit to attending all 6 classes. The class is open to newcomers – those who have not already attended this class. 

Please visit or call the reference desk at 415-485-3321 to register for the class. 

While learning the art of pen & ink students will be able to work on their individual projects in class or at home.

On registration, a supply list will be provided for those who would like to purchase their own supplies. In addition, the library will provide some supplies which the student may keep. 

Class will meet on 6 Thursday evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, February 14, 21, 28 and March 7, 14, 21.

This class will be taught by local botanical artist, Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero.

” Nature with its imperfections dares us to paint  portraits,  floating in space against a boldly blank paper. It is those rare visual moments that we are given the chance to translate it into real value of what we feel…  Man, nature and nothing else.” ERJ

Pen & Ink Botanical Illustration II

Posted by on 05 June 18

UPDATE: The 10/31 Pen and Ink class has been cancelled due to the power outages. We plan to begin Session 2 as on November 7 and extend the class to December 5.

 Pen & Ink Botanical Illustration with Watercolor, Level II
with Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero

Registration for these classes is closed; classes are full; please, no drop-ins.

This is a free 4 week class open to those who have taken the Level I class with Elizabeth, offered in the past. There will be two 4-week sessions meeting on Thursday evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 pm.

Session 1: October 3, 10, 17, and 24
Session 2: November 7, 14, 21, and December 5

Each class builds on the next, so it is hoped that you will be able to commit to attending all 4 classes in a session. Only sign up for one session.

If you have attended the Level I class, and are interested in this Level II with Watercolor class, please email Bonnie to register: bonnie.groshong@cityofsanrafael.org

Class size is limited to 16 per session.

While learning the art of pen & ink with watercolors students will be able to work on their individual projects in class or at home.

When we get closer to the first class, a supply list will be provided for those who would like to purchase their own supplies. The library will provide most of the supplies which the student may keep. 

This class will be taught by local botanical artist, Elizabeth Rodis-Jamero.

” Nature with its imperfections dares us to paint  portraits,  floating in space against a boldly blank paper. It is those rare visual moments that we are given the chance to translate it into real value of what we feel…  Man, nature and nothing else.” ERJ

Drumming for Kids

Posted by on 30 May 18

Master percussionist James Henry will lead children through a drumming journey, introducing a variety of drums and rhythms in this hands-on workshop. Expect to dance, sing, and jump for joy to the sounds of amazing African drums. Sign-up required.

BADM Try It Truck

Posted by on 30 May 18

The Bay Area Discovery Try It Truck  introduces children  to the engineering design process and high- and low-tech tools while encouraging them to take risks and try new ideas. Have fun trying a number of different, simple engineering activities.