Newsletter October 2024
Children’s Top 3 for October
Stay and Play, Sensory Storytime, and Community Helper Storytime are the top three programs for children this month.
During the month of October, the library is hosting Stay and Play hours instead of storytimes. From 10:30 to 11:30 am, your child can socialize and play with other children and parents. We offer toddler, baby, and preschool Stay and Play sessions on our normal storytime days, so don’t miss out!
Sensory Storytime is a special monthly storytime for children with special needs, processing disorders, and autism. The whole family is welcome for this storytime on Saturday, October 12 at 10:30 am. Registration is required for this free program. You can sign up via our web calendar!
We love our community helpers at the Mission Viejo Library and have a special friend visiting on Saturday, October 12. Meet Captain Jason Ivins during our Community Helper Storytime that starts at 3 pm. Children will learn more about what Mission Viejo’s Chief of Police Services does for our town. You might even have the chance to meet a special canine partner! This free program is for all ages and takes place in the Storytime Room.
New volunteer program for teens
If you know a teen seeking to earn community service hours, check out Mission Viejo Library’s Teen Volunteer Club. The program is open to students in grades 7-12 and is a great way to meet new people, contribute to various community-service projects, and earn volunteer service hours!
This drop-in teen volunteer program is offered on the second Tuesday of the month from 6-8 pm in the children’s area of the library. There is no application, registration, or training required. Students can volunteer when it fits their schedule and make a positive difference in the world. Activities vary each month and all supplies are provided.
Brown Bag Book Club returns in-person
The Mission Viejo Library’s Brown Bag Book Club returns as a face-to-face gathering! Book lovers that are available from noon to 1 pm on the second Friday of the month are welcome to join our lively discussion of books and stories. Participants will enter the library through the employee door located to the left of the main doors. Please ring the doorbell for admittance.
The October 11 discussion is on “Under the Whispering Door” by TJ Klune. Copies are available for pick up a the “ask here” desk and can be reserved by emailing libraryprograms@cityofmissionviejo.org.
Subterranean Soundscapes: Halloween SCAREolers concert
Enjoy a spooky acapella concert presented by the talented WestBeat singers on Wednesday, October 16. This frightfully fun performance takes place from 7 to 8 pm in the Jeronimo Tunnel on the Oso Creek Trail.
WestBeat often performs at the Disneyland Resort and will bring an energetic sound to Mission Viejo in a festive Halloween-themed show.
Part of the "Subterranean Soundscapes" event series featuring live music and entertainment in the acoustically rich Jeronimo Tunnel, this free concert is open to all ages and no registration is required. Audience seating is provided. Beverages and light refreshments will be available for purchase.
The Jeronimo Tunnel is located near the intersection of Jeronimo and Arbolitos. Street parking will be reserved on Jeronimo near the tunnel.
Attendees are also welcome to embrace the unique setting of the tunnel by strolling along the Oso Creek Trail to the venue. Park conveniently at any of the nearby access points to the trail and wander under the stars, soak up the natural vibes, and take in an unforgettable night of music.
Tutor.com information sessions available
Come find out how tutor.com can help students of all ages.
How do you sign up for tutor.com? When are the live tutors available? What else does this service offer? These questions and more will be answered during four learning sessions on Tuesday, October 1, 8, 15, and 22 from 3:30-5:30 pm in the Marvis Kushnik Study Room located near the children’s area of the library.
Drop in to learn about how this wonderful service can help you and your family. It is free with your library card. Registration is not required.
Library Trick-or-Treat is back!
Looking for some family fun to celebrate the spooky season? Join us for tricks and treats at the Mission Viejo Library. Our local teens will be hosting Halloween treat and activity stations throughout the library on Saturday, October 26 from 10 am to 2 pm (while supplies last). Costumes are welcome.
Call for outside submissions for Literary Anthology
Starting October 1, folks who are not part of the Mission Viejo Library Writers Group are invited to submit to the literary anthology, which the group is assembling. To submit your work to the anthology, contact libraryprograms@cityofmissionviejo.org for a copy of the submission guidelines. Since only Orange County residents can submit to the anthology, please include your town/city of residence in the email request. Only those who have requested the guidelines by email can submit to the anthology.
After carefully reading the guidelines, if you have any questions, contact us at libraryprograms@cityofmissionviejo.org. The deadline for submissions to the anthology is December 31.
Local History Display – Metal Artifacts from the Local History Archive
The Local History display for October features some metallic objects found in the archives. Included are numerous bronze and brass miniature souvenir bells, California commemorative sesquicentennial medallions, an authentic circular horseshoe, and two original Mission Viejo License plate frames from the late 1960s to early 1970s. Replicas of these frames can be purchased at the library’s checkout desk.
So, when you venture into the library, view the display in the southeast corner of the south wing. This display of metal artifacts will continue until mid-November, so be sure to see what it’s all about.