Page 10 - The Friday Flyer ● NOVEMBER 08, 2019

A-10 THE FRIDAY FLYER NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Enjoy free programs at Canyon Lake Library

The Canyon Lake Library will be closed on Mon-
day, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. The li-
brary will close one hour early on Nov. 27 and will be
closed on Nov. 28 and 29 in observance of Thanksgiv-
ing. Book drops will be available for use during this
time should patrons need to return items.
Kids are encouraged to visit the library this month
and take advantage of the free pumpkin pie-themed pa-
per craft available at the Maker Space table.
Toddler Story Time will meet on Monday, Nov. 18,
at 11 a.m. in the Kid’s Cove in the library. The program
provides opportunities for young children to use their
growing vocabulary and experience social interaction
with other children. Mrs. Blackford engages the chil-
dren with stories, songs and other activities appropriate
for toddlers ages three and younger. A craft is included
in the program.
Miss Ginny’s Preschool Story Time will meet today,
Nov. 8, at 11:30 a.m. The theme will be teddy bears.
Kids are invited to bring in and show off their favor-
ite teddy bears. Miss Ginny’s Preschool Story Time is
for kids ages three to five. The program meets every
other Friday and includes an interactive story, music
and movement activities. PHOTO PROVIDED BY AMANDA MCLAUGHLIN
The Junior Book Club for kids in 4th through 7th
grades will meet Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The
selected book for November is “Book Scavenger” by
Jennifer Chambliss Bertman. The November meeting
will include a special activity. Toddler Story Time kids enjoy a birthday party in the Kid’s Cove at the library.
The Adult Book Club will meet on Monday, Nov.
25, at 4 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. The se- devices, such as laptops, smartphones and tablets. such as a USB. The library’s AWE computer for young
lected book for November is “Beloved” by Toni Mor- Roots to Grow is a homework help program held on children is preprogrammed with educational games
rison. Copies are available at the circulation desk at the Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from and activities and not attached to the Internet.
library. 10 to 11 a.m. High school students can earn volunteer All library programs are free. The first library card
Play Day will meet on Monday, Nov. 25, from 10:30 credit for assisting younger children in their studies. is free, replacement cards cost $1. The library is a
a.m. to 12 p.m. Play Day is a free form party for par- Students wishing to come in for help should contact the collaboration with the City of Canyon Lake and the
ents and their children. Toys are provided, along with a library in advance to express their interest. Riverside County Library System. Cards and returns
craft, music, treats and a story. The Knitting and Crochet Crafters program meets from other affiliated libraries are honored. The library
Tech Time is offered at the library on Saturdays by on the first and third Fridays of each month from 1 to 4 is located inside the City Hall building at 31516 Rail-
appointment. Tech Time is a free program in which pa- p.m. The part-social, part-educational program is open road Canyon Rd. Hours are Mondays from 10 a.m. to 7
trons ages 18 and older may have their questions about to new crafters of all skill levels. Loaner tools and sup- p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
the internet, tech, or their devices answered by the Tech plies are available. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The library is
Tutor, an expert with more than 15 years of experience Public computers are available for use at the library. closed on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. For more
in the field. Patrons are encouraged to bring in their Saving is possible with the use of a removable drive information, call 951-244-9181.

EVMWD will
be performing
valve mainte-
nance on the
Canyon Lake
Dam through-
out the month
of November.

PHOTO BY JEFF MONSON

Dam maintenance to occur throughout November

Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District staff will efficiency. Periodic operation of the valves on the dam they may release a sulfuric or “rotten egg” odor. EVM-
be performing maintenance on the outlet valves at the not only ensures the reliability of the valves, but also WD said this occurrence is completely normal and
Canyon Lake Dam throughout the month of Novem- has a positive impact on water quality. The flow from should subside within a few hours.
ber. The maintenance will allow EVMWD to inspect the valves creates a scouring effect that removes sedi- EVMWD provides service to over 155,000 water
and repair any components of the mechanical systems. ments from the lake floor near the dam and the plant and wastewater customers in a 97-square mile service
EVMWD said the maintenance will not impact water intake barge.
service to its customers. Once the valve maintenance is complete, the valves area in Western Riverside County. The District is a sub-
Sometimes mistaken as flood gates, these valves lo- will be opened to ensure proper operation. This will agency of the Western Municipal Water District and a
cated at the base of Canyon Lake Dam are essential result in a brief release of water that will flush loose member agency of the Metropolitan Water District of
for emergency procedures and for releasing sediment sediment and organic materials from the lake bottom. Southern California. For more information, visit evm-
from the plant intake area to increase treatment process These are naturally occurring decaying materials and wd.com.