Happy 100 th

A group of children and adults, top, line up to get a closer look or pet Gomez, an albino Burmese python constrictor snake displayed by Janell Roesener of "Wild Wonders" in Carlsbad at the Anaheim Central Library's 100th birthday celebration held in the library's parking lot. Some, such as 9-year-old Asha Starks of Anaheim, react as Gomez wraps around Roesener's body, above. The celebration at the Central Library was one of five held Saturday at each of the Library's branches throughout the city to commemmorate the Library's Centennial. Each program featured cake, above right, and the simultaneous singing of "Happy Birthday" at 12:15 p.m. The festivities also included entertainment, games, a bubble zone and displays. The celebration also marked the end of the library's annual Summer Reading Program. Participating children received free lunches while supplies lasted. The Anaheim Public Library has been celebrating its centennial with programs throughout the year.