Welcome to the Atsugi Library! Patrons may browse through the library collections and use the computer lab.
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Summer Reading Program (May 31 - July 31)
This summer, Navy MWR Libraries around the world will host a range of activities for children, teens, and adults that encourage and support a love of reading. Participants can earn incentives by reaching their reading and activity goals. Join the Atsugi Library from May 31 to July 31 for the Summer Reading Program.
Enjoy weekly activities every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Story Time
Every Thursday | 10:30 a.m.
Culture Classes
Chigiri-e
Uses scraps of torn handmade washi paper to create images that look like water colors paintings. The technique dates from the 8th century and frequently accompanied calligraphy. $10 per person plus yen for supplies. Each month on 2nd & 4th Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m.
Oshi-e (No classes in July and August)
This is the art of embossed cloth pictures, traditionally made with scraps of kimono silk. $10 per person plus yen for supplies. Each month on the 3rd Friday @ 10:00 a.m.
Ikebana (No Classes in June & August)
Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arranging. Ikebana is counted as one of the three classical Japanese arts of refinement. It reached its first zenith in the 16th century and is still practiced widely around the country. $10 per person plus yen for supplies. Each month on 2nd and 4th Monday@1030.
Sado (No classes in July and August)
Sado (or chado) is the traditional and artistic presentation of the traditional tea ceremony. This class will focus on the significance of the tea ceremony, and prepare the student to enjoy and understand the ceremony off base. $10 per person plus yen for supplies. Each month on 1st & 3rd Mondays @ 11 and 4:30 pm
With our new Bibliovation system we can create linked accounts for every family member who has a military ID. Your ID will be your library card going forward. Stop by the library to update or open your account!
Borrowing Periods & Limits
You can now borrow 2 video games, 10 DVDs or Blurays, and 100 books, audiobooks and music cds. All material checks out for 21 days and may be renewed 3 times if no one else has reserved it.
Reserving a Room at the Library
We are happy to let you reserve and use our multi-purpose rooms. Please stop by the library to reserve one as they are on a first come, first serve basis.
Upcoming Events
Story Time
Read books, stretch, wiggle and dance, and make a craft with us every Thursday!
