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Join Laguna Canyon Foundation and OC Parks at one of our habitat restoration stewardship events in Laguna Coast Wilderness Park! We'll learn and work together to create a healthier habitat for the native plants and wildlife that call the canyon their home. Depending on the time of year, volunteers will assist with various stewardship activities, including removal of non-native plants, seed collection, and/or planting of native plants.

• No experience is necessary and all tools will be provided.
• Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, sun protection and bring water.
• Come out and join the team to help restore the wild lands we all enjoy!
• Big Bend staging area.
• Youth ages 16 and 17 are eligible to volunteer with parent permission. A form is required to be signed by their parent or guardian prior to starting the volunteer activities.
• Youth under the age of 16 are not eligible to volunteer unless accompanied by an adult or guardian.
• Forms are available on this page: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities.
• For questions, call 949-497-8324 Monday - Friday or 949-923-2235 Saturday and Sunday.
• Parking: Free for Keep It Wild volunteers!

The Great Backyard Bird Count is a national citizen science initiative that allows anyone of any age to make a meaningful contribution to bird conservation and protection. Each checklist submitted during the GBBC helps researchers at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society learn more about how birds are doing, and how to protect them and the environment we share.

Last year, more than 160,000 participants submitted their bird observations online, creating the largest instantaneous snapshot of global bird populations ever recorded.

For this family friendly event, we will gather at the Muth Center and learn how to submit bird count data and then hit the trail to count some birds! OC Parks staff will teach guests how to identify our local bird species as we go.

• Participants can expect to walk 2-3 miles over uneven terrain.
• Minors aged 16 and younger must have legal guardian present at all times. Rain will cancel the event.
• Registration required. To register please click the registration link below. For more information call (949) 923-2250 or email unbic@ocparks.com

Come on by for some great deals on everything from books to CDs, DVDs, audio books, magazines, and large print books. You won't find these kinds of prices anywhere else!

The Friends of the Los Alamitos-Rossmoor Library is a 501c3 non-profit and all funds support the Los Alamitos-Rossmoor Library and the programs they offer to the community.

Thank you for supporting the Friends of the Library!
Questions? 562-430-1048, ext 42800.

Help enhance Talbert Regional Park and its habitat by joining our team of volunteers in an effort to abate the mighty Pampas Grass.

Volunteers will be educated on the origin of the invasive plant and its harmful effects on native habitat. Volunteers will also be trained how to properly remove the invasive plant. Sturdy boots, long pants, and long sleeves are highly recommended. All training, tools, and gloves will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort.

• Parking will be at the end of 19th Street in the city of Costa Mesa (19th St. and Balboa Blvd.).
• The group will meet at the vehicular gate to the park, located on Balboa Blvd. (No pre-registration required.)

• All ages welcome.
• Meet at the Nature Center patio.
• Event is conditional on the weather.
• Event: Free.
• Parking: Free.

Books for Breakfast - Family Storytime

Looking for something to do with wiggly little ones Saturday morning?  Eat some breakfast then head on down to the Tustin Library and feed your imagination with our "Books for Breakfast" storytime. Stay and play afterward in our storytime room.  Join us every Saturday morning at 9:15, no registration is required and all children and their caregivers are welcome.

ANAHEIM CENTER ADULT EDUCATION CLASS SCHEDULE

ANAHEIM CENTER ADULT EDUCATION CLASS SCHEDULE

Saturday, February 16 & 23 from 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. Techy Story time

Stories are important. That’s why we combined the classic storytime with technology, introducing Techy Storytime. We are going to use iPad, Apple TV, and occasionally 3D printer to make it fun and educational.

Russian Storytime

3rd Saturdays @ 10:30AM

Storytime is held in Russian and includes stories, songs, and a craft! For children ages 0-6. Free! No registration required.

Family Reading Time
w/ CSUF jumpstart
11:00-12:00pm

A fun interactive program promoting family literacy through stories, activities, crafts, and parent-child interactions

Family Reading Time
w/ CSUF jumpstart
11:00-12:00pm

A fun interactive program promoting family literacy through stories, activities, crafts, and parent-child interactions

Journey into Pu-erh

Learn about the health benefits and cultural aspects of Pu-erh tea from the ancient Pu-erh trees of Yunnan Province in China.

Also watch a traditional Chinese tea ceremony and tasting.

The speaker will incorporate examples from Lisa See's book The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane into the lecture.

Copies of her book are available for checkout before and after the lecture.

It's not necessary to have read the book to enjoy the program.

Please RSVP to the Aliso Viejo Library at 949-360-1730.

Family DIY Club

3rd Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30pm

Bring your kids and make natural versions of every day products to take home. Teach your kids how to read recipes, measure ingredients and learn what goes into the products you use.

Check flyer for this month's product

Family DIY Club

3rd Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30pm

Bring your kids and make natural versions of every day products to take home. Teach your kids how to read recipes, measure ingredients and learn what goes into the products you use.

Check flyer for this month's product

Children age four and up with an Adult will learn mixed media painting techniques with art instructor Brianne Burtness. Brianne is a creative, energetic, art teacher who loves making a difference in the lives of young children. She has been teaching children's art since 2005. Wielding a talent for unleashing creativity and imagination, she combines storytelling with art to inspire children—both big and small.

Please call the Library to register for this class.

Saturdays, February 2 & 16 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. — Poetry Workshop

Participants should bring 10 copies of a poem they wish to have read and work-shopped.  Each poem will be read by the poet and perhaps by another reader. Participants then respond with emphasis on positive comments and constructive suggestions. Recommended for advanced poets—this is not a workshop for beginners. Meets in the Community Room. Contact Mike Sprake at 714-318-1461 or email at mikesprake@gmail.com for more information.

Writer's Ink

This creative writing workshop is recommended for 1st - 3rd graders. It is taught by Writer's Ink, a group of high school volunteers.

No pre-registration. First come, first seated for the first 24 students downstairs in the Community Room each Saturday at 3 pm. Students are let into the room at 2:50 pm.

STEAMPORT

Third Saturday of each month @ 3:30pm

Every session we explore different topics relating to the S.T.E.A.M. field through hands-on activities. Free for kids in grades 1-3, and older siblings are welcome! First-come first serve, but seating is limited!

If you would like an email reminder for your child to attend, please sign up at the Children's Reference desk.