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REGULAR PROGRAMS––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––MAIN LIBRARY BOOK GROUP MON, OCT 19 / 7:00pm / COMMUNITY ROOM

Time, Love, Memory:A Great Biologistand His Quest for theOrigins of Behaviorby Jonathan Weiner.

WRITE YOUR LIFE’S JOURNEY: A WRITING WORKSHOPFRI, OCT 16, 23 & 30 / 10:30am / MULTIPURPOSE RM

This three-partworkshop is led byretired Englishprofessor LawrenceOwen. Simple writingassignments aredesigned to givefamily and friends

a glimpse into your life and who you are.

MOVIE SCREENING: SPY (2015)TUE, OCT 20 / 6:30pmMLK JR. AUDITORIUMIn this adult comedy,Melissa McCarthystars as a desk-bound CIA analyst who volunteers to go undercover when the superspy(Jude Law) she assists is taken out by a deadly armsdealer. (120 min.)

LA OPERA TALK: MOBY DICKSAT, OCT 24 / 3:00pm / MLK JR. AUDITORIUM

Community educators provide background on Moby Dick. Learn about this opera, based onHerman Melville’s classic novel and featuring a sweeping score by Jake Heggie, beforeattending a performance.

MYTHOLOGY OF THE WEREWOLF with MARI HAMILL

THU, OCT 29 / 7:00pmMLK JR. AUDITORIUMAuthor Mari Hamilldiscusses the myth-ology of the werewolf,as well as its history in popular culture.Her novel WerewolfNights is a kitschy twiston the horror thrillergenre. A book sale and signing follows.

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LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGTBD, 7:00pm / ADMIN CONFERENCE ROOMMeets the first Thursday of each month.

FRIENDS BOARD MEETINGMEETS QUARTERLY / ADMIN CONFERENCE ROOMMeets quarterly. Next meeting in December.

MAIN LIBRARY DOCENT TOURSTHE THIRD FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH / 12:30pm / LOBBYFRI, OCT 16: Docents lead tours of the Main Library.Learn about the Library collections, sustainability,history, art and architecture.

ANNIE JACOBSEN presentsTHE PENTAGON’S BRAINTHU, OCT 1 / 7:00pm / MLK JR. AUDITORIUM

In her latest exposé,investigative journalist Annie Jacobsen (Area 51,Operation Paperclip )presents an uncensoredhistory of DARPA,America’s top-secretmilitary agency. A booksale and signing follows.

MOVIE SCREENING: HECHO EN MÉXICO (2012)THU, OCT 8 / 6:00pm / MLK JR. AUDITORIUM

Hecho en México is an inspiring road tripthrough modern-day“Mexicanity.” Eldersand youth cometogether to speakabout their homelandand what it means tobe Mexican, and takeyou into the inner circleof an extraordinarilyrich and diverseculture. (100 min.)

COMIC JAM!SAT, OCT 10 / 2:00pm / MLK JR. AUDITORIUMEver wished you could pick the ending or story-line twist of your favorite comic? Join us for thisinteractive author talk/comics jam, as celebratedcomic artists Jen Wang, Sarah Oleksyk, BeckyDreistadt and Derek Kirk Kim discuss their work,how they got into the biz, then challenge you tofill in the blanks and draw your own twist ontheir storylines.

MARGARET STOHL and THE WOMEN OF MARVELTHU, OCT 15 / 7:00pm / MLK JR. AUDITORIUMMargaret Stohl celebrates the release of MarvelStudio s’ debut YA novel,Black Widow: ForeverRed, with the help of The Women of Marvel.Cosplay prizes, Red Widow comics giveaway and other special Marvel guests. A book saleand signing follows.

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LAUGHTER RHYTHMTUE, OCT 13 / 7:00pmBased on the idea that “when we feel good,we do good,” this new kind of experiential,self-care program, led by David Zucker, increasesproductivity, strengthens creative imaginationand energizes the nervous system. Participantswill learn how to include a daily laughter practicein their lives and the lives of others.

CLASSIC FILM & DISCUSSION SERIES:THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE

(1962)THU, OCT 15 / 2:00pmA senator, whobecame famous forkilling a notoriousoutlaw, returns for the funeral of an old friend and tellsthe truth about hisdeed. Stars JamesStewart and JohnWayne. (123 min.)

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PLAYWRITING WORKSHOPTHURSDAYS, OCT 22-NOV 12 / 2:00pm

Writing instructor AnnaStramese leads thisfour-session, weeklyworkshop focusing onthe basic elements ofplaywriting. No priorcreative writing experience required.

MAKING TIME FOR MEDITATION IN TODAY’S MODERN LIFESAT, OCT 24 / 11:00amDoug Frankel presents a meditation techniquethat can help reduce stress, enhance productivity,and improve one’s concentration in today’s world.

COMPUTER CLASS: TRAVEL RESOURCESTUE, OCT 27 / 2:00pmLearn how to plan yournext vacation with thishands-on computer classhighlighting travel web-sites and other resources.

Seating is limited and on a first arrival basis.

REGULAR PROGRAMS–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––MINDFULNESS MEDITATIONWED, OCT 7 & 21 / 5:45pm

MONTANA MYSTERY BOOK GROUPWED, OCT 14 / 7:00pmSharp Shooter by Nadia Gordon.Co-sponsored by the California Center for the Book.

MONTANA BRANCH BOOK GROUPWED, OCT 21 / 7:00pmLawrence in Arabiaby Scott Anderson.

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MANDALA CHALK ARTTUE, OCT 1 / 3:30pmLocal artist Gary Palmer demonstrates mandalachalk art in this interactive group art project onthe sidewalk outside Ocean Park Branch. Allages encouraged to participate.

MEDITATION BASICSSAT, OCT 10 / 11:00amMeditation teacher Sister Priya presents a class on mastering the ego.

OCEAN PARK FILM PROGRAM:FARGO (1996) – TUE, OCT 13 / 6:00pm

Film historian ElainaArcher screens anddiscusses Ethan &Joel Coen’s darkly-comic film, in which a bumbling business-man gets involved in a crime spree that spins wildly out of control. StarringWilliam H.Macy andFrances McDormand.(Film runtime: 98 min.)

REGULAR PROGRAMS––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––OCEAN PARK BOOK GROUP

SAT, OCT 3 / 11:00amStone Mattress: Nine Talesby Margaret Atwood.

SCBWI WESTSIDE WRITER’S SCHMOOZEWED, OCT 7 / 7:00pmSupport for children’s book writers and illustrators.

MINDFUL MEDITATIONWED, OCT 14 / 7:00pmWith instructor Henry Schipper.

OCEAN PARK PULITZER PRIZE BOOK GROUPSAT, OCT 17 / 11:00amThe Keepers of the House by Shirley Ann Grau.

OCEAN PARK MYSTERY BOOK GROUPTUE, OCT 20 / 7:00pmThe Thirty-Nine Steps by John Buchan.

COMPUTER CLASS: COMPUTER BASICSTHU, OCT 15, 3:30pmThis introductory class covers creating simpledocuments, editing and formatting text, spellchecking and setting margins.

INTRODUCTION TO T’AI CHIWED, OCT 21, 3:30pmInstructor Pat Akers introduces the gentleflowing movement of T’ai Chi exercise.Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.

TEA TASTING TIMESAT, OCT 24, 2:00pmFind out how to selectgood tea while learningabout the health benefitsand history of thisfamous leaf. Presentedby Khemi Hapangamaof Hill Country Tea.

PELICULA: A LA MALA (2015) MARTES, 20 DE OCTUBRE / 6:00pm

Después de que su mejoramiga le contrata paraponer a prueba lafidelidad de su amante,una actriz que lucha seembarca en una nuevacarrera lucrativa. Losproblemas se presentancuando ella se enamorade su última marca.(105 min.)

CLASE DE COMPUTACION: CORREO ELECTRONICO BASICO 2JUEVES, 22 DE OCTUBRE / 6:00pmAprenda y practique en clase cómo crear unmensaje, adjuntar y enviar documentos, crearcarpetas y como navegar su cuenta de email. El cupo es limitado.

MOVIE SCREENING:SAN ANDREAS (2015) / WED, OCT 28, 6:00pm

A seemingly ideal day turns disastrouswhen California’snotorious San Andreasfault triggers adevastating, magnitude9 earthquake. StarringDwayne Johnson. (114 min.)

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All programs are free and the public is cordially invited to attend. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.Organized children’s groups wishing to attend library programs are requested to make arrangements in advancewith a children’s librarian. ALL PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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REGULAR PROGRAMS–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––LITERATURE BOOK GROUPSAT, OCT 10 / 11:00am The Home and the World by Rabindranath Tagore.

NOCHE DE LOTERIAMON, OCT 12 / 6:30pm A game night of entertainment and culturalawareness.

PICO BRANCH BOOK GROUPTHU, OCT 15 / 7:00pm The Grand Sophy by Georgette Heyer.

AMERICAN STORIES GROUPSAT, OCT 24 / 1:30pm Dreaming in Cubanby Cristina Garcia.

BINGO NIGHTMON, OCT 26 / 6:30pmJoin us for an evening of fun!

COMPUTER CLASS: EMAIL BASICS 2THU, OCT 8 / 1:00pmLearn how to compose an email, attach andsend documents, create subfolders, and navigateyour email account. Seating is limited and on afirst arrival basis.

1O BEGINNING STEPS FOR EVERYORGANIC HOME GARDENTUE, OCT 13 / 4:30pmLearn about gardening fundamentals, includinghow to water less and still get high-yield results.

FALL FESTIVALSAT, OCT 17 / 3:00-7:00pmVIRGINIA AVENUE PARK CAMPUS

Celebrate fall with pumpkin-carving, country dancing, a costume swap, a hay bale maze, and lots more!

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