Blogs
Ojai Library Presents: Mystery is Murder
Submitted by Ojai Scribe on October 23, 2012 - 3:33pmMystery is Murder, A Sisters in Crime Author's Panel
Three mystery authors explore the challenges of plotting the perfect crime - then solving it.
You're Invited to the 24th Annual Trivia Challenge!
Submitted by Ima Tutor on October 12, 2012 - 10:47am
Trivia lovers: come test your mind! Join us at the 24th Annual Trivia Challenge - a night of fun supporting READ Ventura County Library Adult Literacy Program.
The 24th Annual Trivia Challenge is Thursday, November 15th at 6pm at the Wedgewood Banquet Center at 5880 Olivas Park Drive, in Ventura 93003. Only $5 admission for audience members. Come and enjoy hors d'oeuvres, a no-host bar and an Opportunity Drawing!
Interested in participating on a team? Please call READ Ventura County Library at (805) 677-7160. This event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Ventura-South.
OneClickdigital (eaudiobooks) - free webinar!
Submitted by DatabaseDiva on October 10, 2012 - 7:49am
Did you know Ventura County Library has over 5000 eaudiobooks just waiting for you to download? And, there's no waiting: all titles are ipod compatible and available at all times!
Recorded Books offers free webinars on OneClickdigital's features. The next training webinar is offered:
- Tuesday, November 27 from 3 to 4pm, register HERE
The 1 hour program also includes a complete tour of the service and will show you how to create an account, install the OneClickdigital Media Manager, search for content, manage checkouts, and download and transfer audiobooks to listening devices.
Recorded Books will continue to provide training webinars throughout the year. As new webinars are scheduled, the dates and times will be available here (scroll to the bottom - under "Product Demonstration for Patrons").
This Weekend! Booksale!
Submitted by Lady Jane on October 9, 2012 - 10:05am
Come see the great selection of used books presented by the San Buenaventura Friends of the Library at their Weekend Booksale!
The booksale takes place this Saturday, October 13 from 10am to 4pm and Sunday, October 14 from 10am to 2pm.
Please note! The sale is at a new location: the Historic Dudley House located on the corner of Loma Vista and N. Ashwood in Ventura. See you there!
The Cristero Revolution - a Presentation at Ray D. Prueter Library
Submitted by NoseyNoober on October 4, 2012 - 2:21pm
Join Sylvia Muñoz Schnopp on Saturday, October 13 at 2pm at Ray D. Prueter Library in Port Hueneme.
Sylvia, a local author and Port Hueneme City Council member, will lead a discussion and Q&A on the history of Mexico’s Cristero Revolution.
Sylvia is the author of ABANDONED ANGELS, a forthcoming historical novel based on her family’s true story during the Cristero Revolution.
Refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Port Hueneme Library.
Ojai Library Presents: The ABCs of Building an Opera
Submitted by Ojai Scribe on October 2, 2012 - 4:08pm|
Opulent - Lavish - Exciting - Spectacular How does such beauty get to the stage? Steven Sharpe, director of Opera Santa Barbara knows. In a multi-media presentation featuring films from past operas and plans for the upcoming season Mr. Sharpe will explain the step-by-step process for coordinating the voices, music, sets and costumes required to bring your favorite opera to life. |
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Joyful Acoustic Americana at Simi Valley Library
Submitted by NoseyNoober on October 1, 2012 - 12:05pm
Simi Valley Library proudly presents Bettman & Halpin: Joyful Acoustic Americana on Saturday, October 20 at 2pm.
Stephanie Bettman and Luke Halpin create uplifting, original Folk/Americana/Blue Grass with Jazz and Blues influence. Ms. Bettman is an accomplished writer, singer and fiddler. Mr. Halpin is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, master of the guitar and mandolin and impressive on the fiddle and banjo.
Enjoy an afternoon of great music at Simi Valley Library!
