King Library Events: April 29 - May 5, 2007.

Sunday, April 29, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Caret Plaza, Patio Area,
Friends of the King Library Bag Booksale
The Friends of the King Library are having a bag booksale. Just $5 for all the books you can fit into a large paper bag (bag supplied by the Friends). The revenues from these sales are donated back to the library for use in sponsoring a variety of community and literacy projects. For information call (408) 808-2681.

Friday, May 11, 12 :00 PM - 1 :00 PM
Room 255/257, 2nd Floor
San Jose State UPC Spring Speaker Series 2007
Join us for the third annual Spring Speaker Series put on by the San Jose State Urban Planning Coalition. Today's event features Al Savay on "Applying Smart Growth Principles: Row Houses in Mountain View." For more information, please email Brandi de Garmeaux, upcresponse@yahoo.com

Thursday, May 3, 7:00 PM
Schiro Program Room, 5th Floor
First Thursdays Presents: Following Clues Like Nancy Drew
What is it that drives ordinary people to research, write, and publish local history? One common trait is probably curiosity. That's what fueled Nancy Newlin's desire to write about the Hayes mansion, and what also led her to publish a second edition of her book, The Gem of Edenvale: San Jose's Historic Hayes Mansion, in time for the mansion's centennial in 2005. After an overview of the history of the mansion and the Hayes family, Ms. Newlin will share some stories of the frustrations and treasures of historical research. Sponsored by the California Room. Free admission but seating is limited. For information call (408) 808-2167.

Thursday, May 3, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Computer Lab 125, 1st Floor
Know How to Search the Library's Databases?
Do you have a subject to search? This workshop can save you hours of time and frustration by demonstrating how to select from among the many library database subscriptions. Retrieve information quickly and easily from among the thousands of magazine and newspaper articles available by using the database best suited to your needs. Presented by General Collections. Registration required. For information call (408) 808-2397.

Saturday, May 5, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Computer Lab 125, 1st Floor
Email: Consider the Possibilities! - Intermediate Email
A continuation of SJPL's beginning email class: learn how to send photos, attach a resume, and use other advanced features. Requisites: Basic computer skills and an email account. Presented by General Collections. Registration required. For information and to register call (408) 808-2397.

Saturday, May 5, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Room 255/257, 2nd Floor
San Jose Area Writing Project Super Saturday
The San Jose Area Writing Project is hosting a Super Saturday with the Young Adult author, Adrian Fogelin. She is the author of The Real Question, The Big Nothing, Sister Spider Knows, and Crossing Jordan, which was named an ALA Best Books for Young Adults. For more information, please contact Dr. Mary Warner at (408) 924-4417