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Library De-Stress Publication
Happy Wednesday, Tritons! We hope you all are succeeding in your classes this quarter, and want to wish you all good luck on your upcoming exams. During the winter quarter, we'll share biweekly tips and activities to help you de-stress and center yourself, regardless of where you are tuning in from.
 
As always, send us comments and suggestions at Learningspaces@ucsd.edu. Publications, new and old, and upcoming activities are available on our webpage.
Keep up with the latest UC San Diego Library news and information via our E-newsletter.
LETTERS TO THE LIBRARY
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Do you love Library spaces and services? If so, please write to us and let us know what you love most about our services and study spaces. Do you wish we offered more?

Let us know what is not working for you and why you must break up with the Library and end this relationship. Throughout the month of February, submit your letter online at lib.ucsd.edu/letters2024 or to the physical box in Geisel 2nd Floor East for a chance to win a $25 Target gift card. 

CALM CAVE 
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Check out the open reflection and meditation space in Geisel Room 621.

 

The Calm Cave is meant to be used as a space to retreat from studying, relax, pause, breathe deeply, and clear your mind.

 

This space incorporates feedback from library users, campus partners, and the Library Student Advisory Council, The lounge furniture and collection of books were selected to help you relax and reflect.

 

 
LETTERS AND FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS
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Need a break from studying? Join us outside Classroom 1 (across from the Geisel Library Service Hub) anytime during the event to relax and de-stress by writing letters to the Library or making friendship bracelets!

 

 Date: February 21, 2025 

Where: Outside Classroom 1 (Geisel Library, Main Floor)

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WEEKLY COLORING PAGE
 
Print and color a new piece for your wall or post it on the Color & Share board in Geisel 2nd Floor East. 
 
Click on the image to the right to download the printable coloring sheet created by a Library student employee.
 
Upload your artistic masterpieces to social media and tag us @ucsdgeisel on Facebook or @ucsdlibrary on Instagram.
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PUZZLE PROJECTS
Complete this Mindfulness themed puzzle. Click the image to download the puzzle. 
A mindfulness themed word search puzzle.
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Have fun completing this sudoku!
Find printed mazes, sudoku puzzles, and coloring pages while studying at the Library! You can find these items in the Leisure Lounge art/game room in Geisel 1st Floor West. Look for the orange flower sign.
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Solutions for last month's word search puzzle.
Complete this Library puzzle yourself or race your friends to see who can complete it first. Puzzles change every month at the bottom of the De-Stress LibGuide! Hint: You can change the number of pieces. 🧩
 
 
WORLD BOOKMARK DAY CELEBRATION
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UC San Diego Library is proud to support the 8th annual World Bookmark Day (WOBODA) celebration, orchestrated by the International Friends of Bookmarks.

Join us at the exhibit Bookmarks: The Constant Companion of Books for Over 2,000 Years for a DIY opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind bookmark. This event will allow participants to express their appreciation for the companion of books for over 2,000 years, the beloved bookmark. All supplies will be provided and Library staff will be nearby in case you have any questions

 

Date: February 24, 2024

Where: Geisel Library, Main Floor, West

Time: 12:00- 1:30 p.m.

MUSEUM MONTH 2024
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Pick up your pass this February at more than 80 San Diego public libraries and start exploring the fun during San Diego Museum Month with 50% off admission to more than 60 San Diego County museums, historic sites, gardens, zoos, and aquariums.

Your pass can be used for half-off admission four times at any of the museum locations that are part of this program. 

 

Passes are available at libraries and the program begins February 1, 2024.

 

Haven't had a chance to pick up a pass at a local library?  Have no fear, passes will be at Geisel and WongAvery Library starting tomorrow!  You will be able to pick up print passes from either Service Hub.   

 

 

CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE RECIPE
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Ingredients
 
3 tbsp All-purpose flour
3 tbsp Milk
2 tbsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
2 tbsp Cocoa powder
2 tbsp Vegetable oil
1/4 tsp Baking powder
Chocolate chips
1 pinch Salt
 
 
Instructions
 
1. In a mug, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together.
2. Add milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil. Stir well and add chocolate chips.
3. Microwave for 2 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
 
 
 
Enjoy!
NAP NOOK
Are you tired of studying? Are you in desperate need of a nap? Well you're in luck because we have the perfect place for you! Check out the Nap Nook in PC. All you have to do is make a reservation or stop by OpenDesk.
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