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New Adaptive Technology Stations at SAPL
The Library is excited to announce the launch of the REVIVE Santa Ana funded Adaptive Technology PC station! The launch includes computer hardware and software at both the Main and Newhope libraries. Both stations feature a traditional mouse and a keyboard with a large key font. Other input options include a trackball, a USB clicker, a trackpad (with gesture support) and the TrackerPro 2. The TrackerPro 2 is a camera that allows users to move the mouse cursor with just their head! Along with these peripherals, the ClearView C display is both a computer monitor and a digital video magnifier. Patrons can use the built-in camera to zoom in on documents, books, and magazines. We look forward to providing tools that can adapt to and accommodate the needs of our patrons!
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MMIP Exhibition
Indigenous photographer, Nicole Merton, returns to the Santa Ana Public Library to share her most recent exhibit, Here, Our Voices. Merton is a descendant of the Isleta Pueblo Indian Tribe, and her work documents the impact of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) movement on Native American communities. The exhibit will be displayed on the second floor of the Main Library from November 5, 2022, through March 31, 2023.
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Limited Edition Baby Yoda Library Cards
The cutest creature in all the universe has arrived at the Santa Ana Public Library! Get your very own library card featuring Grogu, aka Baby Yoda, by following three simple steps:
- Visit Main Library, Newhope Library, or The Knowledge Mobile to get a Grogu Program Slip.
- Attend any three (3) library programs and have staff sign your slip.
- Return your completed Grogu Program Slip to Main Library, Newhope Library, or The Know-Mo by December 17, 2022, to receive your limited-edition Grogu Library Card!
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Program Slips and Grogu Library Cards are available on a first come, first served basis and while supplies last.
For more information, please call (714) 647-5250.
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Robotic Companion Lending Program
Meet Moxie! Parents, register your child to participate in this exciting, REVIVE Santa Ana funded robotic companion lending program designed to improve social and emotional skills in special needs children ages 5-10.
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Parents/caregivers are required to attend the initial information session covering lending guidelines for the program as well as basic set-up and use of the robotic companion.
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Information Session
November 8, 2022
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Technology Workshops
This month we're hosting two exciting new workshops to help boost technology skills.
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Google Photos
Monday, November 7, 6:00-8:00 pm
Main Library
Are you interested in learning how to share your memories with your friends and family? Come join us and learn how to upload, save, and share your photos with Google Photos! Open to teens and adults.
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Podcast Pro
Monday, November 14 & 21, 6:00-8:00 pm
Newhope Library
Join us for this two-part series and learn how to record, edit and publish podcasts online with Garageband. Technology and software will be provided. No previous experience required.
No Registration Required
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Author Hour & Kindness Activity
In celebration of International Day of Kindness (Nov. 13) and the 75th anniversary of the landmark Mendez, et al.v. Westminster desegregation case, the Santa Ana Public Library invites all to a special Author Hour with Janice Munemitsu. Ms. Munemitsu is the author of The Kindness of Color: The Story of Two Families and Mendez, et al.v. Westminster, the 1947 Desegregation of California Public Schools. The author hour will be followed by a special presentation and kindness journal activity by Rebekah Robeck, the Founder and CEO of Let’s Be Kind.
Books and journals will be given away while supplies last.
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Saturday, 11/12/22 | 1:00-2:30 PM
Main Library | Meeting Room A
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Summer Card Design Contest Winner
Over the summer, we held a Library Card Design contest and received many entries from individuals of all ages. We are excited to announce the winning design created by 9-year-old Dagny T. These special edition library cards will be available in the near future!
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Friends of SAPL Bookstore
FOSAPL is having a $5 bag sale on November 16th! Buy a bag for $5 and fill it with as many gently used items as you can fit! This is a great way to build your home or classroom library! Proceeds from the FOSAPL Bookstore support library programs.
FOSAPL Bookstore Hours:
Mondays from 12:00-2:00 pm
Wednesdays from 4:00-7:00 pm
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Take Our Surveys!
Have you participated in any of SAPL's amazing programs this year? If so, we want to hear about your experiences! Take the anonymous survey online or visit either branch to request a paper copy. Your input helps shape future SAPL program offerings!
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Help SAPL go "Paperless" with Digital Files
In an effort to reduce our paper consumption, SAPL is limiting the number of program calendars printed each month and encouraging patrons to utilize digital versions. To stay up to date on all things SAPL, bookmark our website santa-ana.org/library and follow us on social media @SantaAnaLibrary
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Featured Services and E-Resources |
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AWE Tablets
AWE Tablets are pre-loaded with more than 85 educational software titles spanning all STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Music, and Math) subject areas. The tablets are available for in-house use at both Main and Newhope.
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Tech Desk
Visit the Main Library and receive one-on-one help with computers, ebooks, mobile devices, and more!
Hours
Monday-Thursday from 2 pm-6 pm
Friday & Saturday from 1 pm-5 pm
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No matter where you are, get free live online homework help, play games, take practice tests, and learn. Connect with a live tutor from any device with an internet connection. Need help understanding your assignments? Visit Brainfuse HelpNow to get FREE online one-to-one tutoring.
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ABCmouse is the #1 learning app for children ages 2–8+, with more than 8,500 activities that teach reading, math, science, health, social studies, art, and music. ABCmouse makes learning fun and exciting, and it teaches children through books, games, songs, puzzles, videos, and more!
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