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Modesto Library
Saturday, Apr. 20, 10 am - 1 pm
Join us for Día de los niños, día de los libros, or Children's Book Day! Celebrate children, reading, and our multicultural community. Join us at 10 am in the auditorium for our special early math-themed Bilingual Story Time featuring the book Rafa Counts on Papá by Joe Cepeda. Stop by the outside portico to visit with local community partners, pick up a free book, and create a craft while supplies last!
This project is funded in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library, Stanislaus Library Foundation, Institute of Museum and Library Services LSTA Grant.
This project is funded in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library, Stanislaus Library Foundation, Institute of Museum and Library Services LSTA Grant.
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Salida Library
Monday, Apr. 22, 4 pm
Celebrate Earth Day with an all-ages Story Time followed by a monarch butterfly craft and seed planting. Sponsored by Friends of the Salida Library.
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Modesto Library
Monday, Apr. 22, 6:30 pm
Join us for a quarterly poetry book club sponsored by the Modesto-Stanislaus Poetry Center (MoSt). Each meeting will focus on a different book of poetry. Teens and adults can share their favorite poems and discuss the poet's style. We will meet in the Modesto Library Maker Space.
At this meeting, we will discuss the book The Art of Drowning by Billy Collins.
Sponsored by Modesto-Stanislaus Poetry Center (MoSt) .
At this meeting, we will discuss the book The Art of Drowning by Billy Collins.
Sponsored by Modesto-Stanislaus Poetry Center (MoSt) .
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Turlock Library
Tuesday, Apr. 23, 4 pm
Kids can create journals to house their stickers using cardstock and wax paper. Stickers will be provided to kick off their collection! Geared for children under 8; children under 4 must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardians.
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Salida Library
Tuesday, Apr. 23, 5 pm
Calling all teens! Want to learn how to play Magic the Gathering? Already know and need a place to play? Join us this Teen Tuesday! No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. For ages 13-18. Sponsored by Friends of the Salida Library.
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Modesto Library
Thursday, Apr. 25, 10 am - 12 pm
Drop by the Maker Space for a relaxing start to your day! Enjoy a cup of coffee from our Keurig (or bring your own!) and relax while you color and socialize. All coloring materials and complimentary coffee or tea will be provided. This program is designed for ages 18 & up.
Call 209-558-7814 for more information.
Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library .
Call 209-558-7814 for more information.
Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library .
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Modesto Library
Thursday, Apr. 25, 1 to 5 pm
Come to the County Resource Fair and learn how County government works for its residents and how to access services. This event will be held outside the library on the portico facing 16th Street.
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Modesto Library
Thursday, Apr. 25, 5:30 pm
You’re invited!
On Thursday, April 25, 2024, Supervisor Mani Grewal, Chairman of the Board, will be delivering the State of the County Address at the Modesto Library. Please RSVP here.
The library will be closing at 4 pm for this event.
On Thursday, April 25, 2024, Supervisor Mani Grewal, Chairman of the Board, will be delivering the State of the County Address at the Modesto Library. Please RSVP here.
The library will be closing at 4 pm for this event.
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Modesto Library
Friday, Apr. 26, 10 am - 5 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Modesto Library
Saturday, Apr. 27, 10 am - 4 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Modesto Library
Monday, Apr. 29, 12 - 7 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Modesto Library
Tuesday, Apr. 30, 10 am - 6 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Modesto Library
Wednesday, May 1, 10 am - 6 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Modesto Library
Thursday, May 2, 10 am - 6 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Modesto Library
Thursday, May 2, 10:30 am
Join us to create a spring greeting card! Learn how to hand-embroider on paper for a one-of-a-kind gift for a friend or loved one.
All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Please individually register each person attending.
All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Please individually register each person attending.
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Modesto Library
Friday, May 3, 10 am - 5 pm
The Friends of the Modesto Library are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the Modesto Library Auditorium. At the Scholastic Book Fair, you will find the latest and finest titles for children and teens, as well as books of interest to parents and grandparents! Books make great gifts and are fun to share any day! Sponsored by Friends of the Modesto Library.
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Turlock Library
Tuesday, May 7, 4 pm
Join us for some calming watercolor fun! Little ones can practice their motor skills by painting wavy lines and then straight lines in between, but try not to let the lines touch! This activity is geared for children under 8; children under 4 must have direct adult supervision.
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Turlock Library
Wednesday, May 8, 3:30 pm
Teens, join us as we watch anime and make a fun craft! This month we will be watching Bungo Stray Dogs (TV-14).
Ages 12-19
Ages 12-19
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Modesto Library
Monday, May 13, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Independent readers up to age 12 are invited to practice their reading skills with the special Read to a Dog program at the Modesto Library. This program is designed to help children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Sign-ups start on April 29, 2024. Register in person at the Modesto Library Children's Desk or call 209-558-7810. Space is limited.
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Salida Library
Monday, May 13, 4 pm
Love anime? We do, too! Join us for Anime Club each month and watch the first few episodes of a popular anime with like-minded otakus. For ages 13-18.
