March is a particularly crafty month at the library. We are collaborating with the Barona Cultural Center & Museum to bring you Kumeyaay Cosmology for Kids on Friday, March 15 from 4-5 p.m. Assistant Curator Jennifer Stone will share a story about ‘emuu (bighorn sheep), teach children about Kumeyaay constellations, and lead them in a watercolor craft. This program is limited to 20 children, ages 5 and up. Register at sdcl.org/alpine.
On Saturday, March 16 at 10:30 a.m., we are making leprechaun catchers. The library will provide all supplies, including the leprechaun bait! No registration is required for this event, and it is best suited for children ages 5 and up.
For teens ages 13-17, we are crafting wallets out of duct tape. On Tuesday, March 19 at 3:30 p.m., learn how to make a cute, durable, and inexpensive wallet with this every-day item. Registration is required at sdcl.org/alpine.
We have another great opportunity for teens to get creative, by participating in our Teen Read & Art Contest. Pick up a free copy of the book So B. It by Sarah Weeks at the library starting March 1. Read the book, make a work of art inspired by the book, and have your art displayed at an art show for the whole community on April 23. The top two pieces, one from middle school and one from high school, will each be awarded a $100.00 Visa gift card! Submit your art to the library April 19-20.
We are happy to announce the debut of a new program for adults who are interested in the craft of writing. The first meeting of our Writers’ Workshop is on Tuesday, March 26 from 4-6 p.m. The workshop is for all levels, from beginner to seasoned writer, and all genres. Share your work with the group, get feedback, and have fun!
All library programs are free. Open the attached events calendar for a complete schedule or visit sdcl.org/alpine. Thank you to the Alpine Library Friends Association for their generous support.
See you at the library!
Susan del Castillo is Librarian II/ Branch Manager Alpine Branch Library
