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Video Clips for the First Korean Class at King Library
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Do not worry about it!
Watch these video clips, and come to the next class.
The First Korean Class at King Library (January 17)
6 week session
Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21
Study Room 390, 3rd Floor
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose
(408)808-2183/2331
Free Admission/ No Sign-up
San Jose Public Library Collections:
Concert for World Peace: Honoring the Inspired Teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, JR.
"A United America for World Peace"
NO ADMISSION FEE. EVERYONE IS INVITED ENJOY THIS MUSIC
Concert for World Peace will feature a one-hour performance of music for your QUIET TIMES AND INNER PEACE by The Inner Peace Orchestra under the direction of trumpeter Eddie Gale (San José’s Ambassador of Jazz since 1974) with guest student performers Marley DeSantis (from Burnett Academy Middle School, San José) on piano and Dezaray Flores (from Wilcox High School, Santa Clara) on cello.
President Mohammad Qayoumi of San José State University and City Councilman Sam Liccardo will give welcoming remarks regarding the theme: “Honoring the inspired teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., A United America for World Peace.”
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Biography
San Jose Public Library Collections:
- Nobel Peace Prize
- Nobel Prize
- Martin Luther King
- Civil Rights Movement
- Special collection of materials related to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights movement
- King Library Third Floor Plan for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.& Civil Rights Collection
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library
More Information:
- The Northern California Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Foundation
- 2013 MLK Celebration at King Pool
- 2013 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Festival & Parade (The Dream and 50 years)
- Black Power
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday!
The Promise of Hope: Can We Overcome?
Join us at the 84th Birthday Celebration Honoring the Legacy of Civil Rights Leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
WHAT: Join us for the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. This event will feature live music, a libation ceremony, a theatrical presentation of Dr. King speaking, and reflections by the Community.
There will be a special award given to acknowledge the lives and contributions of Dr. Herman Hyatt and Henry Gage Sr. presented by the Legacy Committee and the San Jose City Council.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Noon – 1:00 pm
WHERE: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Fourth St. Lobby
150 E. San Fernando St. (corner of 4th and San Fernando)
This event is co-sponsored by the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Committee, Councilmember Sam Liccardo, San Jose Peace and Justice Center, and more.
Korean Language Class for the First Time in King Library
"Gangnam Style" (K-pop single by South Korean musician Psy) has become an "international 
sensation" today.
There are a fairly large amount people who want to learn Korean language and Korean culture because of K-Pop, K-Drama, or Korean Wave.
Learn practical Korean Conversation such as greetings, numbers, and food. Chat topics may include K-Pop, K-Drama, and K-Culture.
6 week session
Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21
Study Room 390, 3rd Floor
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose
(408)808-2183/2331
Free Admission/ No Sign-up
San Jose Public Library Collections:
- K-POP
- K-DRAMA
- Korean Language Learning Books
- Korean Language Learning Spoken-CDs
- Korean Language Learning Videos
South Korea Travel Information
Beginning Conversational Mandarin - 6 week Drop-in Sessions, Starting Wed. January 16
Learn simple words & phrases, in this introduction to Mandarin.
Impress your friends, communicate with neighbors or prepare for travel.
6 week session
Wednesdays 3 – 4 p.m.
January 16, 23& 30, 2013
February 6 , 13 & 20, 2013
Study Room 390, 3rd floor
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose
To support your studies:
- Mango Languages - online language course, offering Mandarin - Free with your library card.
- Mandarin Instruction - books and CD courses available at the library
- Mandarin Dictionaries - available at the library
- DVDs in Mandarin - with English subtitles
San José's New Minimum Wage Ordinance
The new Minimum Wage Ordinance was approved by voters in the last November election and takes effect March 11, 2013. Are you an employer in the city of San José and have questions about it? The San José Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free informational seminar, January 29, 9 am- 10:30 am, and City staff will be present to answer questions about the ordinance. The seminar is free but seating is limited, so please register in advance.
Native Plants in a California Garden: a FREE Gardening Program at King Library
It is the beginning of a new year. Are you planning a new garden landscape? Do you know there are many species of California native plants that you can grow to make a beautiful garden to enjoy? Native plants are plants that evolved in an area before modern humans or their animals wandered through.
California is a distinctive state with a variety of over 4,800 species of beautiful native plants. The King Library has invited Rebecca Schoenenberger, the principal at California Nativescapes, a design, installation, and maintenance landscaping company to give a presentation. She will introduce several easy-to-grow native plants for your garden.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of King Library. No reservation is required. All ages are welcome. Please come and enjoy this special informative event.
Date & Time: Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library,Room 225
Address: 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose
Contact: Leslie Tanaka at 1-408-808-2173 for questions
Silicon Valley Reads 2013 Event Schedule Now Posted!
Silicon Valley Reads has now posted the 2013 schedule of events on their website.
The Long Walk by Brian Castner and Minefields of the Heart by Sue Diaz, focus on the experience of war on veterans and their families.
Kickoff for Silicon Vallery Reads will be on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013 7:30 p.m. at Campbell Heritage Theatre when authors Brian Castner and Sue Diaz are interviewed on stage by Mercury News columnist Mike Cassidy.
These themes are also explored in books for children and young adults: Night Catch [PreK-Gr 2] by Brenda Ehrmantraut; Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine and a Miracle [Gr 2-5] by Brian Dennis, Kirby Larson and Mary Nethery; Back Home [Gr 5-8] by Julia Keller; and Purple Heart [Teens] by Patricia McCormick.
See our events calendar for Silicon Valley Reads events happening at San Jose Public Library branches. Our Online Book Club will also discuss the selections in January through April.
Each year Silicon Valley Reads encourages everyone in Santa Clara County to read and discuss the same book during the months of February and March. Free public events are held in libraries, schools and community locations, and the book is featured in high school, colleges and book clubs discussions.
Friday Funs for a New Year @ King Library
A New Year means new Friday Fun activities in the Children's Room at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. Each Friday at 4:00 PM we will have a different activity: crafts, animals, stories, making play dough and more! Let's see what January, 2013 has to offer:
Friday, January 4: All About Penguins! Learn about penguins, hear some stories and then make a penguin craft using a paper cup, felt and googly eyes. What fun! Of course the library has many books about penguins that you can borrow, take home and read.
Friday, January 11: Goldilocks and the Three What? There are so many versions of this fairy tale that it could be three martians, three hares, three osos or maybe just Goldilocks and one bear! Enjoy some stories about that adventurous young lady Goldilocks and then make a special craft! Here are some titles you might want to try: Rubia and the Three Osos, Goldie and the Three Bears, The Three Snow Bears, Leola and the Honeybears, Beware of the Bears and yes Golilocks and Just One Bear. Of course there are many more versions!
Friday, January 18: Celebrate Dr. King's Birthday: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929. Join us as we celebrate his life, his dreams and then create a beautiful "Freedom Bell." We have many books about Dr. King that you can borrow.
Friday, January 25: Family Movie Fun: Join us for a fun family movie and enjoy some refreshments too. It's a great way to start off the weekend and don't forget that San Jose Public Library has many DVDs for children that you can borrow for free and keep for three weeks. Now that's a bargain!!
Congratulations BOTB 2013 Winners
Congratulations BOTB 2013 Winners!
1st Place
Lizard Kingdom Progressive Rock
“Lizard Kingdom is heavily influenced by bands such as the Fall of Troy, Ricky Martin, Sha Na Na, Nickelback, Milli Vanilli, and Brian Wilson. In our spare time, we enjoy making balloon animals. Collectively our favorite food is pickles. Our pre-show ritual is we gather around, and run with scissors to display bravery.”
2nd Place
Cactus Experimental/Fusion
"Cactus is a group that plays for the sheer love of all different kinds of music, whether it be jazz, blues, alternative, classic rock, or Motown. Each practice is always different consisting of spontaneous new ideas every time. We enjoy the simple things in life, humor, and acting weird and crazy!"
3rd Place
Half N Half Indie Rock
“We have been together since Fall 2011, and started out playing covers. But with HALF of us wanting to play this, n Half of us wanting to play that, we finally decided to collaborate to write our own music! “
Supporters:
The library gratefully acknowledges the generous contributions of its community sponsors:
- Live 105.3 FM
- PinUp Productions
- San Jose Pro Drum
- Steetlight Records
- San Jose Rock Shop
- Music Village
- Music Go Round
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