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The Chula Vista Public Library is offering an opportunity to wipe away overdue fines while helping those in need during its "Food for Fines" campaign. Again this year, the library is partnering with Altrusa International, Inc. of Chula Vista, and all donations will benefit South Bay Community Services to help local families in need.

Bring non-perishable food items to any library branch through December 23, and overdue fines will be waived at the rate of $1 per item, up to $10. Those who do not owe fines are also encouraged to donate. Food will be accepted at the following branch libraries: Civic Center, 365 F St., (619) 691-5069; South Chula Vista, 389 Orange Ave., (619) 585-5755, and Otay Ranch at the Otay Ranch Town Center (Food Pavilion area), 2015 Birch Road, (619) 397-5740.

The Library's "fine-reducing system" works as follows: Non-perishable items such as canned vegetables, soup, tuna fish and dried pasta count for up to $1 worth of fines for each item. A maximum of $10 in library fines per Library card will be waived in exchange for donated food. Items may be used to clear fines only; not for lost or damaged books or collection agency fees.

Non-nutritious items such as candy, chips, etc., damaged containers, and foods that have passed their expiration dates will not be accepted in lieu of fines.

Events and programs in the coming week are as follows:

Civic Center Branch, 365 F St, (619) 691-5069
Film Forum, Wed, Dec 14, 6 pm; Woody Allen's latest film, sponsored by Friends of the Library
Stress Relief Coloring, Fridays, 12-2 pm
S.T.E.A.M. "Arctic Animals: Surviving in Cold Climates" for children, Wed, Dec 14, 4:30 pm
S.T.E.A.M. "Video stop-motion greeting cards" for children, Wed, Dec 21, 4:30 pm
Crafternight (Teens & Adults): Book Carousel Paper Creation, Tues, Dec 20, 6 pm
Rogues & Rebels Storytime; celebrate the release of new film; dress in costume; Thur, Dec 15, 6pm
Yoga Mondays, 5-6 pm
Vet to Vet Support Group, Mondays, 4:30-6 pm
Law Librarian Office Hours, 2nd & 4th Mondays, 10 am-2 pm
Spanish Storytime, Mondays, 5 pm

South Chula Vista Branch, 389 Orange Av, (619) 585-5755 Baby Bookworms Storytime, Tues, Dec 20, 11:15 am; Winter Concepts
Ready to Read Storytime, Wed, 11:15 am; Winter Concepts
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead for Kids & Teens, Thurs, Dec 15, 4 pm; create an artistic letter to Santa
Computer Class, Sat, Dec 10, 9-10 am; Computer basics
Santa Visits the Library! Thurs, Dec 15, 5:30 pm
Open Mic Event, Sat, Dec 17, 2 pm; showcase your talent!
Create It Family Crafts: Make Holiday Treats, Tues, Dec 20, 5-6 pm. Reservations required
Las Comadres Book Club, Wed, Dec 21, 6 pm; discuss "Veins of the Ocean" by Patricia Engel; limited supplies of the book available for checkout.

Otay Ranch Branch, Otay Ranch Town Center, 2015 Birch Rd, #409, (619)397-5740 S.T.E.A.M. Saturdays, 11:15 am; This month: Engineering
Congresswoman Susan Davis Office Hours, Thurs, Dec 15 (3rd Thurs), 5-7 pm
Crochet for a Cause, Wednesdays, 5-6 pm; crochet hats for premature babies for Miracle Babies
Passport Fair, Sat, Dec 17, 9 am-3 pm; apply for a passport; walk-ins welcome
Crafty Thursdays, 11:45 am following storytime
Buckle Up! Prep for Driver's Test, Wed, Dec 14, 6 pm; review road signs & laws
Winter Wine Bottle Craft, Thurs, Dec 15, 5:30 pm; reservations required
Build a Gingerbread House, Sat, Dec 17, 11:15 am (children), following S.T.E.A.M. storytime
Friends of the Library Book Sale, Sat, Dec 17, 12-5 pm
Winter Wonderland Storytime, Wed, Dec 21, 11:15 am
Family Game Night, Wed, Dec 21, 4 pm; play larger-than-life games
Little Elves Workshop, Thurs, Dec 22, 11:45 am

All programs are free of charge. For more information, visit the library's website: www.chulavistalibrary.com