Language Exchange (Nov. 5-7, 12-14)

Would you like to learn or practice speaking another language?

West Valley Library will be matching you up with one or more people who speak the language you want to learn between Nov. 5-7 & 12-14 for one hour based on your availability. You will spend half an hour conversing in your native language and half an hour in your target language.

Fill out the following application by Oct. 25 and email the completed form to le.sjpl@gmail.com or print it out and return it to the information desk at West Valley Branch Library. If you have any questions, please email le.sjpl@gmail.com or call (408) 244-4766.

Note: Native English speakers who are not learning a foreign language but willing to volunteer their time to help others pratice English are also welcome to apply.

Download the Language Exchange Application here

October Book Club Pick

For the month of October we'll be reading a piece of fiction by Anne Tyler entitled "Digging to America." Now, I personally don't know much about Anne Tyler or her latest book, but here's what Library Journal had to say about it: “The author’s 17th novel exemplifies her skill at depicting seemingly quiet and unremarkable lives with sympathy and humor . . . A touching, well-crafted tale of friendship, families, and what it means to be an American.” Sound enticing enough for you? Well, just read the book like the rest of us and get on over here Wednesday the 14th of October at 6:30pm for our next meeting. Sounds like a plan, don't it?

Baby Sign Language Workshop

Stop guessing what your baby is trying to tell you and learn the many proven educational and emotional benefits of Baby Sign Language! This free workshop introduces basic baby signs based on American Sign Language (ASL) and is designed for parents with hearing babies from birth to 18 months old. Fun Activities and songs will show you how easy it can be to integrate simple signs into your everyday routine to jumpstart your baby's verbal skills. You are indeed welcome to bring your baby, but it's not required. This workshop will be held on Friday, October 2nd from 10:15am - 12noon.