In conjunction with our Summer Reading Program…Reading Takes You Everywhere…Let’s Explore Cuba!
Rea Franjetic, will take you through a photographic and cultural journey of the Island of Cuba as she got to know it during her many visits, before and after it became ‘the place to visit’. Discover the many facets of this small but very diverse island and the latest developments.
Rea Christina Franjetic is owner and president of Cosmopolitan Adventure Tours, members of the International Ecotourism Society since 1998. “Ecotourism: Conserve the environment and improve the well-being of local people”
Learn the skills needed to become an A+ babysitter or parent’s helper!
This class will cover:
*Basic child development & responding appropriately to needs
*Safety
*Emotional care & support
*Physical care—diapering & toileting, feeding, bathing/washing up
*Bedtime & naptime
*Age appropriate activities & play
*Handling emergencies
(First aid and CPR will not be covered)
This class is for teens and tweens ages 11+. Space is limited; register by calling us at (415)485-3322. If you cannot make it, please call us asap so we can give your space to someone else!
In 1965, the Voting Rights Act was enacted marking the beginning of the end of voter suppression and disenfranchisement of blacks and people of color in the U.S.
Soon afterwards the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), and Southern Christian Leadership Council issued a call to students to come to Mississippi to help register black voters during the 1965 Christmas vacation. It was called Mississippi Freedom Christmas.
Jim Lemkin, a volunteer photographer for SNCC, traveled the rural roads of Tylertown, Mississippi with a group of northern college students getting the word out that voter suppression was now illegal. Against a backdrop of southern resentment and hostility, students went door to door informing black residents of Wallthall County that they could now register to vote (many for the first time in their lives) and taking them to a Federal registrar to complete the voter registration process.
This slide presentation and discussion follows the work of a handful of students moved by compassion and the call to action for social justice. We will also explore the consequences of the repeal of a key provision of the Voting Rights Act in 2013 that opened the doors to voter suppression once again.
Jim Lemkin, ND is a naturopathic doctor, photographer, documentary filmmaker and teacher. He has produced films that have appeared on PBS and elsewhere.
All books, CDs, DVDs and audio books will be marked down!
This is a great time to stock up on some Spring reading for those sunshine & showers days.
During the sale we will not be accepting book donations at the shop, so donations must be made between 9:30 and 11:30 Monday thru Friday at the Annex /trailer.
Join us for a Children’s Day celebration with bilingual music, stories, and movement. Mariela Herrera will perform, followed by fun and games, and a book giveaway. Great for families with children of all ages. No registration, all are welcome! Sponsored by the Friends of the San Rafael Public Library.
Join us for an afternoon of fun celebrating Día de los Niños / Children’s Day with a special performance by Colors of Spanish. Guadalupe Tausch of Colors of Spanish will share bilingual music, movement, and adventure ideal for children birth to 8 years old. Participants will get a Spanish language or bilingual book to keep, and enjoy face-painting, sidewalk chalk, lawn games, and other fun following the performance. Snacks will also be provided.
No registration, all are welcome! Sponsored by the California State Library and the Friends of the San Rafael Public Library.
Join us for an evening of fun celebrating Día de los Niños / Children’s Day with a special performance by Colors of Spanish. Guadalupe Tausch of Colors of Spanish will share bilingual music, movement, and adventure ideal for children birth to 8 years old. Participants will get a Spanish language or bilingual book to keep.
No registration, all are welcome! Sponsored by the California State Library and the Friends of the San Rafael Public Library.
Join our Spanish language book club for adults. We meet on the second Friday of every month to discuss a new book and share our impressions. This month we are reading the classic El Aleph by Jorge Luis Borges. Call for more information at 415-485-3483.
It is often difficult to visualize and comprehend how our ancestors lived. Hands-on participation in the creation of items using ancient technologies brings the whole topic to life and gives the participants a base upon which to build an understanding of where we come from. Come and learn string, bead, and rope making. Play catch, rope and dice games! Gain insights into just how much creativity and intelligence was required to survive in ancient times!
For children ages 6+ accompanied by a caregiver. Space is limited; call us at (415)485-3322 to register. This program will include a break for lunch. Please bring your own lunch!
Saturday April 21st with the help of the City of San Rafael Employee Green Team we’ll be celebrating Earth Day early with two eco-conscious opportunities.
E-waste Recycling: From 10-2:30 Conservation Corps North Bay will be collecting e-waste for recycling. E-waste includes everything from computers, video, and audio equipment and their accessories to phones, printers, and microwaves. Help protect the earth and make sure that your e-waste is recycled!
Rising Sun Energy Center Table: From 10-3 drop by the table for tips on how to improve your homes’ energy and water efficiency from Rising Sun’s volunteers.
PLUS – Don’t miss out on opportunities to volunteer all around San Rafael on Saturday and Sunday!
For a complete list of items that can and can not be recycled that day please check out this handy E-waste Pamphlets.
Join us for an afternoon of fun celebrating Día de los Niños / Children’s Day with a special performance by 
It is often difficult to visualize and comprehend how our ancestors lived. Hands-on participation in the creation of items using ancient technologies brings the whole topic to life and gives the participants a base upon which to build an understanding of where we come from. Come and learn string, bead, and rope making. Play catch, rope and dice games! Gain insights into just how much creativity and intelligence was required to survive in ancient times!
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