APRIL 2024

Newsletter

message of the president

may lin

Dear Friends,

How can we improve the 4S Ranch Library? We want to hear from you! Please fill out this form:

https://forms.gle/rM3xMTTmw9XkiVuM7

Currently we’re brainstorming on ways we can further improve the 4S Ranch Library. Please fill out this short survey and let us know your feedback. What existing programs should we keep expanding? What are your suggestions for new programs that we should initiate? Alternatively, what technology and equipment might help us to better serve our community?

We appreciate your feedback. The Friends of the 4S Ranch Library support our local library and hope that we can get feedback on how we can keep improving and making things even better for our guests and patrons. Thank you all for your helpful feedback and suggestions!

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message of the president

Every April brings us National Library Week. This year it runs from April 7th-13th. More information about it can be found here:

https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweek

This month is also the month that we celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the Friends of the 4S Ranch Library. If you haven’t already done so, please renew your dues for calendar year 2024. Please help our organization to help the 4S Ranch Library! You can drop off a check or cash at the library front desk, or even pay the membership dues online at our website https://4sranchfol.org and click on the "Donate" button. Thank you for your continued support of our organization and of the 4S Ranch Library! We couldn’t do it without you!

Sincerely,

May Lin

President, Friends of the 4S Ranch Library

San Diego County Library (SDCL) is among 30 finalists for the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. SDCL is one of four selected institutions in California, and the state’s only library selected as a finalist this year.

The National Medal, awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries having a significant impact in their communities. The winners will be announced in late May.

SDCL is recognized for its mission to support every individual to "Create your own story," offering programs like Kindergarten Gear Up, Library High School, digital connectivity, Little Free Libraries, the RUTH: Remember Us The Holocaust exhibit, and much more.

Share Your Story

Help us celebrate by sharing your story about an experience you had with us or why you love San Diego County Library. Photos and videos are encouraged!

Be sure to tag @sdcountylibrary and @US_IMLS and use hashtags #ShareYourStory and #IMLSmedals.

It's time to revisit the eBay listings for 4S Ranch FOL!

Every purchase contributes to supporting the fantastic programs at our 4S Ranch Library, so make this your first shopping stop!

Discover numerous new listings - here are just a few of the latest ones:

Technical / Science / Medical

MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF HUMAN CANCERS

Advanced Student's Textbook Wolfgang A Schulz

Gorgeous Vintage Books- Add some panache to your bookshelf!

Vintage

QUO VADIS a uejd auevodun FROM TIME of EMP NERO auf Deutsch (In German)

Vintage

REMINISCENCES OF AN OCTOGENARIAN OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK

Haswell 1896

Vintage

LAFAYETTE IN AMERICA Louis Gottschalk FIRST BICENTENNIAL EDITION

Vintage

LIVES OF GARFIELD & AURTHUR Early Life & Public Career BRISBIN 1880

Vintage

TWENTY-EIGHT YEARS IN WALL STREET Henry Clews SIGNED First Edition 1888

Vintage

HISTORY OF AMERICAN COINAGE David K. Watson 1899 FIRST EDITION

And so many more- please take a look! We add more all the time!

Margi Schmidt

Margi.Schmidt@gmail.com

https://www.sdcl.org/faq/new-website/

Storytime is back!!!

Come and join us for storytime, make friends and enjoy stories and songs, here at the 4S Ranch Library, Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m. in the community room.

Bonjour, Hallo, Kamusta, 你好, Hola...San Diego County Library members can choose to learn from 25 languages on Rosetta Stone, one of many apps available on SDCL.org/eLibrary.

Star Wars Day!

MAY THE 4th BE WITH YOU...

Meet real STAR WARS characters from the 501st LEGION!

Star Wars trivia contest! Droid hunt! Treats & prizes!

Wear your Star Wars costume!

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to read a book

Feel like you've traveled to the Emerald Isle by selecting recommended books and audiobooks from our collections team.

Download selections onto your favorite digital device at sdcl.overdrive.com/collection/1533419

We have the spring holiday season covered! Our collections team continually curates eBooks and Audiobooks for recurring calendar events. Join the millions of library patrons using Libby to download free selections all over the world. Visit our homepage updated monthly with new themes at sdcl.org. Scroll to: Read on Libby.

sdcl.overdrive.com/collection/1533418

Fixit Clinics

San Diego County Library branches

Get help fixing everything from computers, coffee makers, toys, clothes & bikes.

Discover & Go

Are you ready for adventure, learning, and fun? Discover & Go connects you to free day passes for local museums and attractions.

Little Brain Builders: Early Math

Building basic math and motor skills with your child is pretty easy! In fact, you might already be engaging in these activities.

Online Homework Help | HelpNow

Get help with math, science, social studies, writing, and more from a live online tutor. Available in English and Spanish.

Mother Daughter Book Club

Mother Daughter Book Club: “Persepolis” by Marjane Satrapi

Mother Daughter Book Club is a book club for girls in grades 5-8 and their mothers. Founded in 2016, it is hosted by local author Marcie Wessels and her daughter Claire. All members of MDBC read the monthly book club selection prior to the meeting.

Join us in the Community Room at 4S Ranch Library and learn how to use TinkerCAD to create your own 3D models to print with our Makerbot 3D-Printers.

Registration is required.

Please bring your own laptop or Chromebook.

EID CELEBRATION

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

4S Ranch

EID Celebration!

All are welcome to join in the fun creating floral wreaths, henna art, crafts and coloring!

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What is your name?

Kathryn Colvin but I go by Katy or Kate.

Where did you study?

I have a BA in English Literature from University of Houston and a Masters of Library and Information Science from San Jose State University.

Any Hobbies or Pets?

I have a Jack Russell Terrier named Elsie and my hobbies are hiking and collecting Bundt pans in which I love to bake cakes.

Would you like to add a little background about your career?

I taught High School English for 7 years before returning to school to earn my MLIS. While working on my degree I served as the school librarian for a small PreK-8th grade school in West Marin County. Prior to coming to 4S Ranch I served as an Adult Librarian at the Escondido Public Library but I am very happy to be here now.

Where are you from?

I am originally from Marin County in Northern California but I have also lived in Albany, NY; Oslo, Norway; Magnolia, TX; Hsinchu, Taiwan; and Galveston, TX.

What is your job in the library?

I am a Librarian 1, primarily responsible for adult programming.

What is the most inspiring part of your job?

I love matching readers with books that they love and helping people solve problems.

What was the last really great book you read or one of your favorite books?

I recently finished the 4th book in the Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman and it is definitely at the top of my list right now. My favorite books however usually lean toward the classics; my top 5 are: “East of Eden”, “The Count of Monte Cristo”, “The Great Gatsby”, “The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay”, and “A Prayer for Owen Meany”.

What is your favorite thing to do when you are not working?

When I'm not at the Library you can usually find me hiking, baking Bundt cakes or relaxing in a Tiki bar.

What is your favorite type of cuisine?

I love trying new foods from around the world but some of my favorites of which I never tire are sushi and Brazilian steakhouses. And I never say no to a good dessert.

Learn about team building, basic engineering and physics concepts, networking and community college. Hosted by Society of Women Engineers at San Diego Miramar College. For middle school and high school students.

ZOOM ADULT BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, April 24, 5:00pm–6:00pm

4S Ranch Library

"The Night Visitors” by Carol Goodman

This is an online discussion through Zoom.

Please join us on Wednesday, 4/24 @ 5 - 6pm.

Pick up a copy at the library and the Zoom link will be emailed before the discussion.

FRIENDS OF THE 4S RANCH LIBRARY

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024

The Friends of the 4S Ranch Library meet monthly for Board Meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of most months.  The meetings are at 12:00 p.m. in the Community Room and are open to the public. In January, we hold an Annual Meeting/Party when our new Board is elected.

We are always looking for new volunteers to join our board. If interested, please let us know and we can give you more information on how to join. 

(We have been holding hybrid meetings in-person and also online at the same time.)

TIME TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR 2024

Thank you for being an honored supporter of the 4S Ranch Library. Your generous donation in the past has helped us to pay for materials, plus sponsor so many wonderful programs at the library, free of charge for the participants. This year we have also helped promote literacy in our community by supporting the growing online ebooks and audiobooks collection, to help reach out to our virtual community as well.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Volunteering with the Friends of the 4S Ranch Library is a wonderful way to give back to the community and support a valuable resource. By dedicating your time and skills, you can help promote literacy, education, and a love for reading among people of all ages. Whether you're passionate about books, organizing events, or simply enjoy being part of a vibrant community, there's a place for you at the 4S Ranch Library. Reach out to us at 4SRanchFOL@gmail.com to learn more about how you can get involved and make a difference. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, is truly appreciated. Join us today and be a part of something special!

Join the Friends!

For as little as $15.00 per year, you can become a member.

By joining you will make a difference! You will be part of a group that believes that a vital and attractive library is essential to our community. You will be part of a group that wants to make sure that programs will continue to be offered for every age and for every interest in our community!

• Become a dues-paying member of the Friends of the 4S Ranch Library.
• Shop at the Book Nook (and donate books).
• Purchase books on our eBay store:

https://www.ebay.com/sch/4sranchfol/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

• Become a Volunteer or a Board member.
• Make a Tax-Deductible donation.
• You can also enroll your Ralph’s card in the COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION PROGRAM and link it to the “Friends of the 4S Ranch Library”. https://www.ralphs.com/i/community- contribution-program
  

MAKE A DONATION AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Your generous contributions to the Friends of the 4S Ranch Library, a 501 (c)(3) organization, support the 4S Ranch Library and help to fund its enrichment programs, technology, magazines, educational and entertaining programs.

Many companies are proud to support non-profit organizations like the Friends of the 4S Ranch Library. The tax-deductible component of the membership fee is normally eligible to be matched.  Check to see if your company has such a program.

Family Yoga, Zumba, Kids Fitness, Chess Club, Art Classes with Miss Kelly, Talk Like a Pirate Day, Eid Celebration, Diwali Festival, Star Wars Reads Day, Halloween, December Holiday Event, Lunar New Year, Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration, Nowruz, Dia de los Niños, Teen Tuesdays, Teen Lock-Ins, Summer Reading Programs and Supplies, Magazines, Story Time Supplies, etc.

FRIENDS OF THE 4S RANCH LIBRARY

The Friends of the 4S Ranch Library is a group of volunteers who believe that a vital and attractive library is essential to our community. The purpose of the Friends is to focus public attention on library services, facilities, and needs. Our goal is to encourage donations, gifts, endowments, and bequests to the library. We do this by participating in community activities and by holding special educational and entertaining programs. Our intent is to secure materials that are beyond the command of the ordinary library budget.

Friends of the 4S Ranch Library

10433 Reserve Drive

San Diego, CA 92127

(858) 673-4697

4sRanchFOL@gmail.com