Friends Of Santa Clarita Public Library To Host Several Community Events

Posted by: KHTS FM 98.1 & AM 1220 in Santa Clarita News October 24, 2013 - 2:28 pm 0 140 Views

To help keep the community involved with the Santa Clarita Public Libraries and raise money, Friends of the Library have planned several events for the end of October through the beginning of December.

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Another silent book auction is scheduled to start on Monday, Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. at all three Santa Clarita branches, featuring rare and collectible books for ages and in all genres, donated by members of the community. The auction closes on the following Monday, Nov. 4 at 10:30 a.m.

New York Times best-selling novelist Alan Brennert, author of adult fiction “Molokai” and “Honolulu” will visit the Canyon Country Library on Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. to share insights and commentary about his book “Palisades Park.”

The story follows the lives of a family that lives within the Palisades Amusement Park. Copies of his book will be available for purchase, and no RSVP is needed to attend.

A gingerbread house contest is also in the works for Dec. 7 at the Valencia Library. Times and guidelines are not yet available.

About the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library

The Friends of the Library is a group of community members who value libraries by volunteering, advocating and fundraising to meet the many needs of the Santa Clarita Public Library. They operate used book stores at each of the City’s three library branches and host various fundraising and cultural events throughout the year. All proceeds raised by the Friends of Santa Clarita Library go to support programming and events at all three branches. For more information about the Friends of Santa Clarita Library, send an email to friends@santaclaritalibrary.com or click here.

For more information about the book auction and author event, contact Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library Liaison Robin Hoklotubbe at 661-799-6135 or rhoklotubbe@santaclaritalibrary.com.

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