Unless otherwise noted all programs will be presented in English. All programs and events are free and open to the public.
for more info12:00 - 2:00
2012 -2013 Opera Preview LecturesOpera Guild preview lectures are scheduled in communities throughout the greater Bay Area by local Guild chapters. Each preview features a renowned musicologist who may use recordings and/or handouts to familiarize the audience with repertoire from the current season.
Tales of Hoffmann by Jacques Offenbach
Speaker: Timothy Flynn
Koret Auditorium - Lower Level
6:00 - 7:30
*Rincón Literario: Nadar DesnudasThe title for this month is Nadar Desnudas by Carla Guelfenbein.
Spanish language book club.
Club de lectores en español moderado por Chelis López, periodista y locutora de KPOO en el programa Pájaro Latinoamericano.
El ultimo miércoles de cada mes, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Sala Paley, 3ª planta, Biblioteca Central.
Floor 3 - Martin Paley Conference Room
6:00 - 7:30
Computer Classes in SpanishComputer classes in Spanish.
Learn the basics about computers, email and Internet.
Computer Training Room - 5th Floor
3:00 - 4:00
Book-a-Bilingual Librarian!Now you can schedule a one-on-one appointment for 30 minutes with a Mission Branch librarian to answer your questions. This special library service will be offered on Fridays at 3:00 p.m. beginning on March 15.
Please call (415) 355-5735 to book your appointment today! Assistance can be provided in English or Spanish. There will be a limit of one appointment per person per month.
3:00 - 4:00
*Six Roses - Jazz Concert3:00 - 4:30
Summer Reading Kickoff with Misión Flamenca Misión Flamenca's performances aim to access the creative energies of it's members and create an open, collaborative space, in a venue accessible to all who want to participate --- to share flamenco with everybody, not only those who want to perform on stage, but those who come to share in that process as active spectators.
So come and experience this expresive dance form and kick off your Summer Reading Program in Spanish style!
6:00 - 8:30
*Summer Reading Kickoff-- Lego Night!6:00 - 7:30
Computer Classes in SpanishComputer classes in Spanish.
Learn the basics about computers, email and Internet.
Computer Training Room - 5th Floor
3:00 - 4:00
Book-a-Bilingual Librarian!Now you can schedule a one-on-one appointment for 30 minutes with a Mission Branch librarian to answer your questions. This special library service will be offered on Fridays at 3:00 p.m. beginning on March 15.
Please call (415) 355-5735 to book your appointment today! Assistance can be provided in English or Spanish. There will be a limit of one appointment per person per month.
4:15 - 5:15
Teen DJ WorkshopTeen DJ workshop with KMEL & Project Level
Program for Tweens and Teens, ages 11-18
Come learn how to spin and scratch records with KMEL and Project Level
No musical experience needed.
For more information please contact Eric Hannan
11:00 - 11:45
*Bonnie LockhartMusical fun for children and families.
For over twenty-five years, Bonnie has developed a dynamic repertoire which feeds Songs & Music Games.
Designed to maximize children's participation, her shows feature sing-along, clap along, move-along activities with folk songs from many countries and cultures.
In addition to a wealth of folk songs, Bonnie’s own original materials lend a distinctive vitality to her presentations. She encourages children to sing, dance and fingerplay their way into the joys of music. Kids and families cooperate and collaborate in singing games, call and response chants, story-songs, and on-the-spot rhythm bands.
Accompanying herself on guitar, keyboards, and percussion, Bonnie sings with irresistible enthusiasm. With a repertoire rich in cultural diversity, she entertains while nurturing the seeds of children's self esteem.
Space is limited, please call for reservations.
12:00 - 2:00
2012 - 2013 Opera Preview LecturesOpera Guild preview lectures are scheduled in communities throughout the greater Bay Area by local Guild chapters. Each preview features a renowned musicologist who may use recordings and/or handouts to familiarize the audience with repertoire from the current season.
Gospel of Mary Magdalene by Mark Adamo
WORLD PREMIERE
Speaker: Lynne Morrow
Koret Auditorium - Lower Level
6:00 - 7:30
Computer Classes in SpanishComputer classes in Spanish.
Learn the basics about computers, email and Internet.
Computer Training Room - 5th Floor
6:30 - 8:30
Bernal Jazz Quartet The Bernal Jazz Quartet explores familiar standards and fresh new compositions, from bop to blues to ballads and more. An unusual front-line pairing of vibraphone (Jim Zimmerman) and sax (Michael Gold) combines with a creative supportive rhythm section of bass (Ken Lenga) and drums (Curt Moore).
3:00 - 4:00
Book-a-Bilingual Librarian!Now you can schedule a one-on-one appointment for 30 minutes with a Mission Branch librarian to answer your questions. This special library service will be offered on Fridays at 3:00 p.m. beginning on March 15.
Please call (415) 355-5735 to book your appointment today! Assistance can be provided in English or Spanish. There will be a limit of one appointment per person per month.
2:00 - 4:00
Golden Age of Soul Music- Vol 3
Join music historian Richie Unterberger for "The Golden Age of Soul Vol. 3" The program will feature rare clips of performers such as Mary Wells, Jackie Wilson, Major Lance, Jimmy Cliff, Little Eva, the Four Tops, and Les McCann & Eddie Harris. Also featured will be performers spotlighted in the previous two programs, such as Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Sly Stone, and Stevie Wonder.
2:30 - 4:30
Annual Open House CelebrationCome celebrate the 17th anniversary of the library's grand reopening and enjoy an afternoon of music with Gold Mountain Music Ensemble! Light refreshments will be served. There will be photo displays, digital scrapbook, and video documenting the branch’s long history including the 1996 reopening after major expansion and renovations, up to the present day.
7:00 - 8:30
Tertulias LiterariasClub de lectores en la comunidad de la Misión para leer y discutir libros en español. Las reuniónes son mensuales en el tercer lunes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. ¡Todos estan invitados!
Lugar de Reuniones: La Salita, 2º Piso
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Una colaboración entre el Centro Cultural de la Misión y la Sucursal de la Misión de la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco.
2868 Mission Street
6:00 - 7:30
Computer Classes in SpanishComputer classes in Spanish.
Learn the basics about computers, email and Internet.
Computer Training Room - 5th Floor
3:00 - 4:00
Book-a-Bilingual Librarian!Now you can schedule a one-on-one appointment for 30 minutes with a Mission Branch librarian to answer your questions. This special library service will be offered on Fridays at 3:00 p.m. beginning on March 15.
Please call (415) 355-5735 to book your appointment today! Assistance can be provided in English or Spanish. There will be a limit of one appointment per person per month.
10:15 - 11:00
*Bonnie LockhartJoin us for a lively morning of music from around the world, including new and traditional songs. Clap, dance, and sing to the music!
Groups, please call for reservations.
10:30 - 11:30
*Green Golly & Her Golden Flute2:00 - 3:00
The Green Golly Project New York- based duo Barbara Siesel and Keith Torgan will introduce children to the magic of classical music through a lighthearted, comical embellishment of the traditional Rapunzel. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited, please call for a reservation.
6:00 - 7:30
*Rincón LiterarioThe title for this month is
Spanish language book club.
Club de lectores en español moderado por Chelis López, periodista y locutora de KPOO en el programa Pájaro Latinoamericano.
El ultimo miércoles de cada mes, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Sala Paley, 3ª planta, Biblioteca Central.
Floor 3 - Martin Paley Conference Room
6:00 - 7:30
Computer Classes in SpanishComputer classes in Spanish.
Learn the basics about computers, email and Internet.
Computer Training Room - 5th Floor
3:00 - 4:00
Book-a-Bilingual Librarian!Now you can schedule a one-on-one appointment for 30 minutes with a Mission Branch librarian to answer your questions. This special library service will be offered on Fridays at 3:00 p.m. beginning on March 15.
Please call (415) 355-5735 to book your appointment today! Assistance can be provided in English or Spanish. There will be a limit of one appointment per person per month.
6:30 - 8:30
Bernal Jazz Quartet The Bernal Jazz Quartet explores familiar standards and fresh new compositions, from bop to blues to ballads and more. An unusual front-line pairing of vibraphone (Jim Zimmerman) and sax (Michael Gold) combines with a creative supportive rhythm section of bass (Ken Lenga) and drums (Curt Moore).
7:00 - 8:30
Tertulias LiterariasClub de lectores en la comunidad de la Misión para leer y discutir libros en español. Las reuniónes son mensuales en el tercer lunes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. ¡Todos estan invitados!
Lugar de Reuniones: La Salita, 2º Piso
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Una colaboración entre el Centro Cultural de la Misión y la Sucursal de la Misión de la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco.
2868 Mission Street
6:30 - 8:30
Bernal Jazz Quartet The Bernal Jazz Quartet explores familiar standards and fresh new compositions, from bop to blues to ballads and more. An unusual front-line pairing of vibraphone (Jim Zimmerman) and sax (Michael Gold) combines with a creative supportive rhythm section of bass (Ken Lenga) and drums (Curt Moore).
7:00 - 8:30
Tertulias LiterariasClub de lectores en la comunidad de la Misión para leer y discutir libros en español. Las reuniónes son mensuales en el tercer lunes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. ¡Todos estan invitados!
Lugar de Reuniones: La Salita, 2º Piso
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Una colaboración entre el Centro Cultural de la Misión y la Sucursal de la Misión de la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco.
2868 Mission Street
6:30 - 8:30
Bernal Jazz Quartet The Bernal Jazz Quartet explores familiar standards and fresh new compositions, from bop to blues to ballads and more. An unusual front-line pairing of vibraphone (Jim Zimmerman) and sax (Michael Gold) combines with a creative supportive rhythm section of bass (Ken Lenga) and drums (Curt Moore).
7:00 - 8:30
Tertulias LiterariasClub de lectores en la comunidad de la Misión para leer y discutir libros en español. Las reuniónes son mensuales en el tercer lunes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. ¡Todos estan invitados!
Lugar de Reuniones: La Salita, 2º Piso
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Una colaboración entre el Centro Cultural de la Misión y la Sucursal de la Misión de la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco.
2868 Mission Street
7:00 - 8:30
Tertulias LiterariasClub de lectores en la comunidad de la Misión para leer y discutir libros en español. Las reuniónes son mensuales en el tercer lunes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. ¡Todos estan invitados!
Lugar de Reuniones: La Salita, 2º Piso
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Una colaboración entre el Centro Cultural de la Misión y la Sucursal de la Misión de la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco.
2868 Mission Street
7:00 - 8:30
Tertulias LiterariasClub de lectores en la comunidad de la Misión para leer y discutir libros en español. Las reuniónes son mensuales en el tercer lunes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. ¡Todos estan invitados!
Lugar de Reuniones: La Salita, 2º Piso
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Una colaboración entre el Centro Cultural de la Misión y la Sucursal de la Misión de la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco.
2868 Mission Street
*Funded by the Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.
