TEMECULA -- January events at Temecula's two public libraries.

Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road. 693-8900

Adult Programs:

• Temecula Library Book Discussion Group -- 1 to 3 p.m., Jan. 14, "Plato & A Platypus Walk Into A Bar," by Thomas Cathcart and Daniel Klein, and "Anecdotes of Destiny and Ehrengard," by Isak Dinesen.

Copies of the selections are available at the library front desk specifically for the reading group. Information, Jo-Ann Doran at 676-5736, 302-531 or donjoanndoran@verizon.net.

• Sunday Studies in Philosophy -- 2 to 4 p.m. the second Sunday of the month through February. Discussion will center on "Sophie's World: A Novel about the History of Philosophy," by Jostein Gaarder.

Information, Rebecca at 699-7814 or temsunser@hotmail.com.

• Sunday Series -- 2 to 4 p.m. Jan. 27. "Safe Passages: Coexisting With Your Wild Neighbors." Presented by Mountain Lion Foundation, Southern California office. Information, Rebecca at 699-7814 or temsunser@hotmail.com

• P.E.A.K. Parenting Seminars -- 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 28. Improve parenting skills and sharing child rearing problems and solutions are part of the free seminar. "Eight Keys to Homework Harmony," will be discussed this month.

Family Programs

• Goodnight Moon Pajama Storytime -- 7 p.m. Jan. 7. All ages.

• Baby Sign Storytime -- 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays, beginning Jan. 8. An interactive storytime for babies which incorporates sign language and stories. For babies to 23 months.

• Preschool Storytime -- 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays, beginning Jan. 9. An independent group activity designed to introduce preschool age children to storytelling and build a foundation for reading readiness. Ages 3 to 5.

• Toddler Storytime -- 10 to 11 a.m. Thursdays, beginning Jan. 10. An on-the-lap storytime designed to introduce 2 year olds and their parents to stories, rhymes and activities that stimulate a toddler's developing vocabulary. Ages 24 to 35 months.

• La Hore del Cuento: Bilingual Storytime -- 4 p.m. Fridays, beginning Jan. 11. Stories, fingerplays and songs in both Spanish and English.

• Adventures in Dog Sledding -- 4 p.m. Jan. 16. Learn about mushing and more in this hands-on program from the Adventure Quest Institute. Ages 3 and older.

• Wonders of the Wheel -- 4 p.m. Jan. 30. An award-winning program about the science and history of wheels from the authors of "Hubert Invents the Wheel." Ages 3 and older.

• Paws to Read -- 2 to 3 p.m., selected Saturdays. Young readers can practice their skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog named Ruby. Call 693-8900 for an appointment .

Grace Mellman Library, 41000 County Center Drive. (951) 600-6262

Adult Programs:

• Grace Mellman Book Club -- 7 p.m. Jan. 7. "Kabul Beauty School," by Deborah Rodriguez.

• Crochet Group -- 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Learn to crochet or brush up on your skills. Projects including purses and scarves.

• Computer classes -- Jan. 14. The Basic Computer Class teaches how to use a mouse, type letters, open and close documents and use Windows. Basic Internet Class teaches how to use a web browser and how to find things on the Internet. Registration is limited to six spots each. Call 600-6262 or visit the library.

Family Programs

• Glitter and Glue Craft Club -- 11 a.m. Jan. 16. Craft program to make a snowman. Ages 2 to 5.

• Giddy Gertie -- 4 p.m. Jan. 16. Giddy Gertie the clown will perform her magic and paint faces. All ages.

• Snowpalooza -- 4 p.m. Jan. 23. Second annual party to make a snow craft and help build a milk jug igloo. All ages.

• Pokemon Tournament -- Jan. 26.

Teen Programs, ages 13-17

• Teen Advisory Board -- 4 p.m. Jan. 8.

• Anime Club -- 4 p.m. Jan. 11. View, read and discuss Anime and graphic novels.

• Teen Reads -- 4 p.m. Jan. 15. The discussion will be about "I am David," by Anne Holm.

• R.U. Game? -- 6 p.m. Jan. 28. Compete or just play for fun and prizes.

• Movie Extravaganza! -- 6 p.m. Jan. 7, "The Goonies"; 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18, "Steamboy" ; 3:30 p.m. Jan. 29, "Spirited Away."

Also, the Friends of Temecula Libraries Bookstores at both Temecula libraries are in need of gently used books, CDs and DVDs. Proceeds from sales at the bookstore help support the libraries. To donate, call 296-3737.

Volunteers are needed at the Friends Bookstore behind the Grace Mellman Library. Available shifts are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m.

For information, call Stan Williams or Merry Stout at 296-3737.