Vintage Brass Quintet – Pleasanton Library – Free Concert

When: Sunday, December 11, 2PM
Where: Pleasanton Library

The Vintage Brass Quintet is a group of local musicians who have enjoyed playing together for more than ten years. Come enjoy their selection of holiday music to put you in the mood for Christmas.

This concert is donated by the Vintage Brass Quintet.

www.vintagebrassquintet.com

Century of Light – Free Movie – Pleasanton Library

When: Sunday, October 16, 2pm

Where: Pleasanton Library, Library Meeting Room

A special program for Tri-Valley History Month.

The world famous Centennial Light Bulb in Livermore’s Fire Station 6 has burned almost continuously since it was first lit in the year 1901. In that time, it has seen war and peace, depression and prosperity, and a countless number of human events. Since being acknowledged by the Guinness Book of World Records in 1972, the 4-watt dynamo has received on-going press about its extraordinary lifespan, as each passing year marks a new milestone. From a technical standpoint, the Centennial Bulb may be considered a mere artifact comprised simply of glass, metal, and filament. But given its history, its incredible ability to endure, and the overwhelming sense of sentiment it creates, there is more to this tiny relic than merely its manufacturing.

World Walk To Wellness Health Fair

When: Saturday, October 15, 10am to 2pm
Where: Pleasanton Library, Library Meeting Room

Strap on your pedometer and get your health on the ‘right foot.’ Walking is proven to improve fitness, lower blood pressure, and boost brain function.

Browse booths from wellness practitioners in the library’s meeting room.

Friends of the Library Booksale – Pleasanton Library

Science fiction, travel, mystery, home and garden, cookbooks, classics, sports and more!

Most paperback books cost, $ .50, Most hardback books cost $1.00.

All are in very good condition. Many special items and major bargains! All proceeds benefit the library.

Where: Pleasanton Library

When:

Friends of the Library Only!
Friday, September 23, 6pm to 9pm

(Friday sale open to members of the Friends of the Library only. Buy your membership and get first crack at the sale!)

General Public

Saturday, September 24, 10am to 5pm

Sunday, September 25, 1pm to 3pm

Livermore Opera Highlights at the Pleasanton Library

When: Sunday, September 11, 2:00PM
Doors open at 1:30pm

Where: Pleasanton Library, Library Meeting Room

Cost:  FREE

The Livermore Valley Opera offers a sneak peek at its fall production of Gounod’s Romeo and Juliette. Experience the emotional power and beauty of the human voice in this classic story of undying love.

The one–hour library concert will feature a variety of opera arias and instrumental music.

Tahoe: Beneath the Surface:  A slideshow presentation by Scott Lankford

When: Sunday, April 10, 2:00PM
Where: Library Meeting Room, Pleasanton Public Library

Tickets will be given out 45 minutes before the show begins.

Raised in Colorado, Scott Lankford got lost en route to Stanford University and spent much of the next ten years as a maintenance man, musician, and mountaineering guide at Lake Tahoe. After joining the 1985 American Everest West Ridge Expedition, he completed a Ph.D. in modern thought and literature with a dissertation on John Muir. He is currently a professor of English at Foothill College.

TAHOE
Lake Tahoe transformed America, and not just once but many times over—from the earliest Ice Age civilizations to the mysterious death of Marilyn Monroe. It even played a hidden role in the American conquest of California, the launch of the Republican Party, and the birth of John Steinbeck’s first novel. Along the way, Lake Tahoe found the time to invent the ski industry, spark the sexual revolution, and win countless Academy Awards .

The Friends of the Pleasanton Library Present: Soul Sauce!
Latin Jazz Concert

Where: Pleasanton Library, Library Meeting Room
When: SundayApril 3, 2:00pm

Free seat tickets will be given out 45 minutes before the show begins.

Free parking, Free Admission, Free Jazz!  Soul Sauce draws on the rich body of Afro-Cuban and Brazilian-influenced jazz, as well as incorporating original works.

The 5-piece group uses Jon Eriksen’s vibe’s as its focus, with support from Curt Moore’s tasteful drums, with Rich Kuhns on piano, Rich Girard on bass, and Michaelle Goerlitz on congas. The versatile vibist is also an accomplished jazz harmonica player, with a Toots Thielemans-influenced sound.

Teen Art Workshop

When: Fridays Feb. 11 & Feb. 25, 3:30-5:00pm

Where: The Pleasanton Library

Grades 6-12

* Materials included
* Space is limited (Register with Teresa Parham, Teen Services Librarian
).
* FREE!

Contact Teresa at tparham@ci.pleasanton.ca.us

The Silver Moon Band at The Pleasanton Library

Enjoy the swinging sound of the Silver Moon Band as it performs favorite ballads sung in style of Old Blue Eyes, Bobby Darin and others.

When: Sunday, Jan. 30, 2-3:30 p.m.
Where: Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave.

The musicians in this 11-piece all star group have appeared with such notables as Steve Allen, Ray Charles, Paul Anka, Tito Puente, Jack Jones and The Drifters. Call 931-3405.

Dance & Sing Around the World Presents: Polish Folk Dance Ensemble of San Francisco

When: Saturday, January 22, 3:00 p.m.
Where: Pleasanton Library – Library Meeting Room

For all ages! In courtesy to the performers & audience, no admission 10 minutes after program has begun.

Approx. 45 minutes, No registration required

Experience the traditional music, dance & vibrant folk costumes of Poland! Continuing our Dance & Sing Around the World series, profiling the rich cultural heritage of Pleasanton and the Bay Area.
Łowiczanie Polish Folk Ensemble — Since 1975

Questions? Please call the Children’s Desk,
925-931-3400 x8