Epic Tween Night
Last Saturday night was epic, as tweens took over the Pine Ave Community Center for games, activities, and pure active fun. For three hours, kids aged 10-14, had the place to themselves with laser tag, dodgeball, a giant slide, virtual reality, a movie room, video games, and Minute-to-Win-it competitions. The Leadership In Training and Education (LITE) teen afterschool program served refreshments at the event. LITE participants gained experience with cash handling, food preparation, and customer service. Sales proceeds directly support the afterschool program. Special thanks to our 25 Marine Corps volunteers who chaperoned, and ensured a safe and fun experience for everyone.
New Senior Center Computer/Library Room Premiers
On Tuesday, the new Senior Center computer/library room was opened to the public. Facility improvements were recently completed at the Senior Center and included relocating existing computers to the TV/library room to create needed space for growing programs like tax preparation and technology classes. A big thank you to IT and Public Works for their extensive work on this project.
Library & Cultural Arts Staff Visit J.I.V.E. Expo On Feb. 20, Teen Services Librarian Ashleigh Hvinden, Library Technician Christina Lorenzo and Cultural Arts Instructor Lisa Naugler attended the J.I.V.E. (job, internships, volunteers and educational) Expo at Sage Creek High School and spoke to more than 100 high school students about volunteer opportunities with the Summer Reading Adventure and summer jobs with Cultural Arts. They also promoted the upcoming Carlsbad Reads Together event featuring popular young adult author Kiersten White and informed students about the library's eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Boot Camp for Business Wraps Up The library held its final Boot Camp for Business workshop on Tuesday evening, drawing a diverse mix of entrepreneurs and inspiring entrepreneurs. Thanks to the Community & Economic Development staff for their help coordinating an inspiring talk by North San Diego Small Business Development Center and visit from Cal State San Marcos Extended Learning. Librarian Darin Williamson also shared free library business resources, such as Lynda.com, with attendees.
Mindful Volunteering Thursday, Feb. 28, 6-7:30 p.m. Georgina Cole Library Community Room, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive. Do you feel there is a problem in your community? Find out how paying close attention and volunteering can help lower your stress response and enhance your community connection
Oscars Kick-off Event Receives Four Stars Local film enthusiasts were encouraged to kick-off their Oscar weekend with a screening of Best Picture nominee Bohemian Rhapsody in the Schulman Auditorium just 24 hours before the Academy Award ceremonies. Last Saturday, a capacity crowd enjoyed a look at all eight Best Picture nominees through a trivia contest with prizes. Hosted by Cultural Arts Manager Richard Schultz and Cultural Arts staff Karen McGuire and Laurette Garner, this popular event, now in its second year, encouraged the audience to vote for their Oscar favorites in eight categories. The winners were announced after the screening of the film; interestingly, the audience selected five of the actual Oscar winners. The departing audience shared rave reviews for the film and Oscar event.