Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library sends a huge thanks to the San Carlos Garden Club for its generous donation to our branch. We very much have enjoyed hosting this lovely group of plant enthusiasts over the years and have especially cherished the lovely bouquets they donated for our circulation desk to be enjoyed by staff and patrons. The club’s monetary donation will go toward the purchase of popular materials for all to enjoy. Thank you!

While on the topic of appreciation, I (librarian Kevin Tran) would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Allied Gardens community and its wonderful residents. I have had the great pleasure of working in this amazing area for over six years and truly appreciate everyone’s welcoming and friendly nature.

For this reason, it is with a heavy heart that I must say farewell as I recently received a promotion to manage the Logan Heights library. I will certainly miss everyone and this wonderful community.

Holiday activities

Crafts aren’t just for kids. Starting Dec. 14, Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library will be offering craft kits for adults and teens until the end of December. To see the week’s project, be sure to go to the library’s Facebook page each Monday. These kits will include all materials to make a gift for yourself or a loved one and will be available while supplies last.

The Allied Gardens/Benjamin library is pleased to announce it will continue its annual tradition of holding a Snowman coloring contest! Please come to the library to get an entry form. Once you complete your masterpiece, send us a picture of your creation (address is on the form) by Dec. 18 and you will be entered to win a prize for your age group. The contest is open to people of all ages. Winners will be announced on Dec. 19 on the library Facebook page.

So please be sure to check out our Facebook page to stay informed of all the fun things we have lined up: facebook.com/alliedgardenslibrary.

— By librarian Kevin Tran.