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BACKGROUND Public libraries have used pop-up programs to reach out to the community and expand the library outside its walls. Pop-up library programs weave reading and learning culture into different types of places. Shoppers may not expect to hear a story time when they visit the mail or experience virtual reality at a senior living community. DISCUSSION This fall, Pleasanton Library and Recreation will launch pop-up programs to strengthen the department's mission to "Discover, Connect and Enjoy". Pop-up programs provide an opportunity to share popular services such as story times, pilot new programs and reach audiences that may not use the library. Pop-up programs will be held during the six to eight-month library meeting room closure. Featured programs for young children this fall will include pop-up storytimes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers at such varied locations as Pleasanton Fire Stations, the Stoneridge Mall, the Pleasanton Police Station, Hively and the Firehouse Arts Center. Pop- up programs aid young children in understanding the importance of reading in every part of our lives. Older children will have the opportunity to see their favorite robots Dash and Dot pop-up at the Amador Recreation Center on October 19, where they can learn coding skills. Children of reading age can share stories with canine reading pals at Valley Humane Society for Paws to Read sessions beginning October 1. Adults in the community will have plenty to discover at a wide variety of pop-up programs. Travel enthusiasts can explore the world through Oculus Rift, a virtual reality experience popping up at the senior housing communities of Kottinger Gardens and Stoneridge Creek, beginning September 25. Trivia buffs can meet new players and form teams to test their knowledge of books, sports, movies, theater and culture at a special Library and Recreation Pub Trivia Night on December 19, at the Firehouse Arts Center. Literacy learners and seniors can connect at Intermediate English Conversation Classes at the Pleasanton Senior Center, beginning September 16. Book lovers will have a unique opportunity to share their own favorite reads at the Books and Coffee program, at the Senior Center beginning September 12. All pop-up programs are free of charge. Some programs require registration. For upcoming dates, times, locations and additional information, community members can follow Pleasanton Library Pop -Up Programs on Instagram @PleasantonLibandRec or visit the website calendar online. Submitted by: Lia Bushong Assistant Director of Library and Recreation Attachment: 1. Pop -Up Programs Brochure Page 2 of 2