Sylvan Oaks Miracle on 34th Street
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Classic Movie Friday
📅 Friday, December 11, 2026
⏰ 1:30pm – 3:30pm (PDT)
📍 Sylvan Oaks Library
6700 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
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🎬 Classic Movie Friday: Miracle on 34th Street — A Holiday Classic at Sylvan Oaks Library
Celebrate the season with the beloved 1947 holiday classic Miracle on 34th Street, starring Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Edmund Gwenn, and Natalie Wood.
Classic Movie Friday returns to Sylvan Oaks Library with Miracle on 34th Street (1947), the enduring holiday favorite starring Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Edmund Gwenn as Kris Kringle, and a young Natalie Wood.
The story begins when a department-store Santa insists that he really is Kris Kringle, setting off a charming mix of skepticism, courtroom drama, romance, and Christmas spirit. Along the way, a practical mother and her doubtful young daughter are challenged to reconsider what it means to believe.
Sylvan Oaks hosts its classic movie series every second Friday at 1:30 PM. This month’s holiday feature runs approximately 96 minutes, with refreshments provided by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.
🎞️ This Month’s Film
▫️ Title: Miracle on 34th Street
▫️ Year: 1947
▫️ Director: George Seaton
▫️ Runtime: 96 minutes
▫️ Holiday comedy, drama & Christmas magic
📚 Classic Movie Friday
▫️ Sylvan Oaks Library
▫️ Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
▫️ Second Friday of the month
▫️ 1:30 PM screenings
▫️ Refreshments provided
🍿 Movie Afternoon: Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library, making Classic Movie Friday an easy afternoon option for enjoying an older film with other movie fans.
🎥 About Miracle on 34th Street
When a department-store Santa claims to be the real Kris Kringle, his unusual certainty sparks a charming mix of skepticism, courtroom drama, and holiday wonder. Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Edmund Gwenn, and Natalie Wood star in George Seaton’s beloved 1947 Christmas classic.
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Sylvan Oaks Library — 6700 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
Nestled among native valley oaks near Crosswoods Park, Sylvan Oaks Library offers a scenic, tranquil setting with robust services for families, students, and lifelong learners across Citrus Heights.
Operating Hours
- Sunday & Monday: Closed
- Tuesday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Hours current as of February 2025. Check the site for holiday updates.
Services & Amenities
- Collections: Books, periodicals, e-resources, and databases.
- Technology: Public PCs with internet/MS Office, Wi-Fi, and assistive devices.
- Children’s Area: Kid-friendly space with a wide selection and a fish tank.
- Programs: Storytimes, STEAM activities, teen movie nights, adult book groups.
- Spaces: Meeting and study rooms for groups or individuals.
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