Image: The program for the libary's Asian/Pacific American Heritage Celebration on May 12, 1990. The program was designed by myself and librarian June Hayashi (first director of the library's Partners In Reading program).  

Last month we explored the phenomenon of the once popular bowling alley disappearing from the San Jose landscape. This month we recognize local bowling legend Rokuro “Fuzzy” Shimada. Fuzzy was the sixth son of a Japanese immigrant, and came from a large sports-loving family. Born in Vacaville on October 26,1921, Fuzzy was given the name Rokuro, with “roku” being Japanese for the number six. In the fall of 1936, the Shimada’s moved to Santa Clara.

Have you ever seen one of these peculiar-looking towers in Santa Clara County? Some of you might know what these are, but others might have no idea what they're looking at. If you'd like to find out more - read on!

Al & Sam are back for National Poetry Month! Make sure to drop by the California Room to view the Lost Poets Exhibit. Discover the long-lost poems and poets of pre-1915 California. The rare books will be on display for a limited time, so hurry on over!