Library event: Sunday, June 10, 2012 from 2-4

My daughters and I love to go to the library. We spend hours there, looking at books, reading books, checking out videos, doing art, getting to know the librarians, and running into friends. Today, when I dropped by, I ran into a former librarian, who has retired, but was back to promote an event remembering Lottie Rose, a woman who was committed to improving the library. A quilt has been made in memory of Lottie Rose, and on Sunday, June 10, from 2-4, there will be a dedication ceremony to honor Lottie's contributions to the Golden Gate Library and the community. Please come! Golden Gate Library, 5606 San Pablo Ave. in Oakland. 510-597-5023

Flyer here.

Capoeira in the Community

Years ago, as a parent at Head Over Heels, the fabulous gymnastics organization in town, I met Malandro. He has coached at HOH over the years, and was a favorite of my then 3 year old daughter. She is now 11, and Malandro is now one of the leaders in the area for teaching and playing Capoeira. In case you are not familiar with this Brazilian dance/martial arts, it is amazing to watch and clearly takes incredible strength to do. Please consider supporting Malandro and his group.

His group uses the Emeryville Senior Center for some of their events. See more info at
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1044871629/from-brazil-2-the-bay-2012-united-by-resistance

I am proud of the variety of groups here in Emeryville, and hope that we can learn from each other through our crafts.