WCLF Programs

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Library Programs

On the 28th: Celebrate Día de Los Muertos and Halloween!

Ygnacio Valley Library

Saturday, October 28

12 - 1 PM | Celebrate Día de Los Muertos!

1 - 2 PM | Celebrate Halloween!

Join us from 12-1 as we celebrate and learn about Día de Los Muertos. We're honored to have Ballet Folklorico Netzahualcoyotl, who will perform dances from different regions of México. We'll learn about the history of this beloved holiday, and family-friendly crafts will be available for all.  

Afterwards, join us from 1-2 as we celebrate and learn about the history of Halloween. Take part in a parade and grab a treat, and enjoy family-friendly crafts for all.

Funded by The Walnut Creek Library Foundation and the Friends of the Ygnacio Valley Library.

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Spin Me a Shadow, Tell Me a Halloween Tale

Walnut Creek Library

Thursday, October 26

4 - 4:45 PM

Explore Halloween shadows with Daniel Barash of Firelight Shadow Theater. After first introducing audience members to the art of shadow puppetry (including numerous puppets from Southeast Asia), Daniel will perform shadow puppetry versions of best-loved stories, including seasonal Halloween-inspired tales. Ages 5 & up. No registration is required.

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Día de Los Muertos Make-Up Class for Teens

Walnut Creek Library

Thursday, October 26

4 - 5 PM

Join make-up artist, Jackpot Quiroga, to create your own beautiful Día de Los Muertos make-up look, and learn more about the rich cultural history of the Day of the Dead. Most appropriate for people aged 13 and up. All supplies will be provided, but space is limited. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Walnut Creek Library Foundation.

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Read Contra Costa - Bollywood Movie Night

Walnut Creek Library

Tuesday, November 7

5 - 7 PM

Join us at the Walnut Creek Library for a viewing of Gully Boy, a 2019 Indian musical drama. This program is part of Read Contra Costa 2023. 

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Friends of Ygnacio Valley Library Book Sale

Ygnacio Valley Library

Friday, November 3 | Members Only | 6 - 8 PM

Saturday, November 4 | 10 AM - 5 PM

Come browse through thousands of new and gently-used books in a wide range of topics - Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children's & YA, Cookbooks, History, Politics, Self-help, Hobbies, Sports and more. CDs, DVDs and Audio books are also for sale. Whether you're looking for a friend or for yourself, you're bound to find something to take home!

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Digital Resources

With 10,000+ (English/Spanish) interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, ABCmouse.com’s award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners ages 2 to 8. Click Learn More for more information.

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Around Town

Trunk or Treat

Civic Park Community Center, Walnut Creek

Friday, October 27 | 3 - 6 PM

Come enjoy this free, family-friendly Halloween fun!

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Fall Announcements

Our fall fundraising campaign is underway! Donors like you allow us to fund the fabulous free programs offered and essential materials and equipment needed at our Walnut Creek Libraries. The Walnut Creek Library Foundation offers many ways for you to support our libraries including the following:

- Annual contributions made at year-end or anytime. Visit our website to donate online: www.wclibrary.org/donate or click the button below.

- Monthly contributions. You can spread your contribution throughout the year by making recurring monthly or quarterly payments via credit card online. It’s a great way to make a real difference and every dollar helps!

- Planned giving through bequests. Remembering the Walnut Creek Library Foundation in your will ensures the library is part of your legacy and you will be recognized as a member of our Heritage Circle. Please contact our staff for more information at 925.935.5393.

- Stock donations. You might not know that the Walnut Creek Library Foundation can accept donations of stock but we can! Call 925.935.5395 and our staff will help you manage the details.

Contributions to the Walnut Creek Library Foundation are tax-deductible. Checks can be mailed to:

WCLF

PO Box 4979

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Any amount can make a difference. Thank you for supporting our libraries!

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Monthly Programs

Visit our calendar to view the latest reoccuring online programs for Adults, Teens, and Children.

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Click Here to view the Walnut Creek Library News - October 26, 2023