Something for everyone

There’s something for every­one at the library this month, from hands-on crafts to practi­cal skills and a special birthday celebration!

Kick off the month with Ma­nure Composting for Backyard Farmers on Saturday, May 3, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. If you have farm animals like chickens, goats, or even a cow, this workshop will teach you how to transform their manure into nutrient-rich compost for your garden. Learn sustainable composting techniques and get your questions answered by ex­perts. Register at solanacenter. org/events.

Looking for a unique and meaningful Mother’s Day gift? Join us for DIY Beaded Neck­laces on Saturday, May 10, from 10:30 a.m. – noon. String beads and create something beauti­ful—whether for yourself or a loved one! This fun program is open to ages 13 and up. Regis­tration is required at sdcl.org/ alpine.

We’re celebrating our 9th year at the Alpine Library Birthday Celebration on Tuesday, May 13, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Join us for face painting by Sparkles the Clown, fun games, a festive photo wall, a party blower craft, and of course—cupcakes! Kids won’t want to miss this fun-filled afternoon!

Later in the month, unleash your creativity at our Button Art workshop on Saturday, May 31, from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Cre­ate a one-of-a-kind piece of art using colorful buttons—perfect for ages 13 and up. Registration is required at sdcl.org/alpine.

Mark your calendars and join us for these enjoyable events! This is just a small sampling of what’s going on in May. Open the attached calendar for a com­plete schedule or connect with us online at sdcl.org/alpine and facebook.com/AlpineLibrary. All library programs are free and open to the public, thanks to the generous support of the Alpine Library Friends Association.

See you at the library!

Susan del Castillo is Librarian II/ Branch Manager