Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Wednesday from 2 to 5 PM. If you haven't been to the MakerSpace room before, it is located on the 2nd floor of the Cesar Chavez Central Library.
Come explore various tech equipment - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless virtual reality headset (Meta Quest 2), electronic cutting machine (Cricut), the button maker, electric sewing machines, laminator & photo printer - at our library.
What is the MakerSpace? The Makerspace is the place where people can gather to learn, create and make 3D objects, craft projects, or anything that their creative mind desires.
What is a 3D printer? A 3D printer can print three dimensional objects from a digital file. A 3D printed object is created using additive processes, in which tiny layers of the object are built from the bottom up. You can download most 3D object models for free from thingiverse.com website, or you can download the free version of the graphic design software program called TinkerCad and create your own 3D objects.
What is a Virtual Reality (VR)? Virtual reality is an artificial environment that is created with software and presented to the user in such a way that the user suspends belief and accepts it as a real environment. The Meta Quest 2 is a virtual reality headset — our most advanced all-in-one VR system yet. From multiplayer games to unique social experiences to joining up with friends at a live show or instructor-led workout, Meta Quest 2 provides new opportunities to meet and connect with others in VR.
What is the Cricut? The Cricut is a name-brand ultimate smart cutting machine. With its expandable suite of tools and advanced Rotary and Knife blades, Cricut gives you the freedom to make virtually any DIY project. It cuts hundreds of materials, from the most delicate fabric and paper to matboard and leather.
What is the Carvey? Carvey is a 3D carving machine that allows you to make quality objects out of a variety of materials including wood, metal and plastic.
TEENS & ADULTS, The Cesar Chavez Central Library offers Sewing Basics class every 4th Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in the MakerSpace room on the 2nd floor. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of sewing, including operating a sewing machine, threading a bobbin,and sewing a straight seam. Anyone age 13 or older, who also has little or no experience with using a sewing machine, is invited to attend the class. Equipment and supplies will be provided. Sign up is NOT required. However, space is limited to 4 patrons per class. This FREE program is sponsored by the Friends of the Stockton Public Library.
A FREE public parking lot is located across from the library at the corner of Center and Oak Street.
Teens & Adults, Join us to make a mini foam purse at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM. Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to participate. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Registration is not required. Please come promptly at 4:30 PM so that you have enough time to complete your project. A FREE public parking lot is located across the library at the corner of Oak and Center Street.
The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Thursday from 2 to 5 PM. If you haven't been to the MakerSpace room before, it is located on the 2nd floor of the Cesar Chavez Central Library. Come explore various tech equipment - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless virtual reality headset (Meta Quest 2), electronic cutting machine (Cricut), the button maker, electric sewing machines, laminator & photo printer - at our library. What is the MakerSpace? The Makerspace is the place where people can gather to learn, create and make 3D objects, craft projects, or anything that their creative mind desires. What is a 3D printer? A 3D printer can print three dimensional objects from a digital file. A 3D printed object is created using additive processes, in which tiny layers of the object are built from the bottom up. You can download most 3D object models for free from thingiverse.com website, or you can download the free version of the graphic design software program called TinkerCad and create your own 3D objects. What is a Virtual Reality (VR)? Virtual reality is an artificial environment that is created with software and presented to the user in such a way that the user suspends belief and accepts it as a real environment. The Meta Quest 2 is a virtual reality headset — our most advanced all-in-one VR system yet. From multiplayer games to unique social experiences to joining up with friends at a live show or instructor-led workout, Meta Quest 2 provides new opportunities to meet and connect with others in VR. What is the Cricut? The Cricut is a name-brand ultimate smart cutting machine. With its expandable suite of tools and advanced Rotary and Knife blades, Cricut gives you the freedom to make virtually any DIY project. It cuts hundreds of materials, from the most delicate fabric and paper to matboard and leather. What is the Carvey? Carvey is a 3D carving machine that allows you to make quality objects out of a variety of materials including wood, metal and plastic.
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment every Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the Cesar Chavez Library in the Literacy Conference room. Participants can improve fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios! Walks-in are welcome; no registration necessary.
The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Wednesday from 2 to 5 PM. If you haven't been to the MakerSpace room before, it is located on the 2nd floor of the Cesar Chavez Central Library.
Come explore various tech equipment - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless virtual reality headset (Meta Quest 2), electronic cutting machine (Cricut), the button maker, electric sewing machines, laminator & photo printer - at our library.
What is the MakerSpace? The Makerspace is the place where people can gather to learn, create and make 3D objects, craft projects, or anything that their creative mind desires.
What is a 3D printer? A 3D printer can print three dimensional objects from a digital file. A 3D printed object is created using additive processes, in which tiny layers of the object are built from the bottom up. You can download most 3D object models for free from thingiverse.com website, or you can download the free version of the graphic design software program called TinkerCad and create your own 3D objects.
What is a Virtual Reality (VR)? Virtual reality is an artificial environment that is created with software and presented to the user in such a way that the user suspends belief and accepts it as a real environment. The Meta Quest 2 is a virtual reality headset — our most advanced all-in-one VR system yet. From multiplayer games to unique social experiences to joining up with friends at a live show or instructor-led workout, Meta Quest 2 provides new opportunities to meet and connect with others in VR.
What is the Cricut? The Cricut is a name-brand ultimate smart cutting machine. With its expandable suite of tools and advanced Rotary and Knife blades, Cricut gives you the freedom to make virtually any DIY project. It cuts hundreds of materials, from the most delicate fabric and paper to matboard and leather.
What is the Carvey? Carvey is a 3D carving machine that allows you to make quality objects out of a variety of materials including wood, metal and plastic.
Please join our presenter Isabel Gonzalez, a community outreach representative of the Community Resource Project organization, for a FREE Energy Saving Services Workshop at the Cesar Chavez Library on Tuesday April 1 at 4:30 PM. This workshop is specifically for agricultural & farm worker homeowners. Registration is not required. A FREE public parking lot is located across from the library at the corner of Oak and Center Street.
Teens & Adults, Join us to make your own earrings at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Wednesday, April 2 at 4:30 PM. Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to participate. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Registration is not required. Please come promptly at 4:30 PM so that you have enough time to complete your project. A FREE public parking lot is located across the library at the corner of Oak and Center Street.
The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Thursday from 2 to 5 PM. If you haven't been to the MakerSpace room before, it is located on the 2nd floor of the Cesar Chavez Central Library. Come explore various tech equipment - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless virtual reality headset (Meta Quest 2), electronic cutting machine (Cricut), the button maker, electric sewing machines, laminator & photo printer - at our library. What is the MakerSpace? The Makerspace is the place where people can gather to learn, create and make 3D objects, craft projects, or anything that their creative mind desires. What is a 3D printer? A 3D printer can print three dimensional objects from a digital file. A 3D printed object is created using additive processes, in which tiny layers of the object are built from the bottom up. You can download most 3D object models for free from thingiverse.com website, or you can download the free version of the graphic design software program called TinkerCad and create your own 3D objects. What is a Virtual Reality (VR)? Virtual reality is an artificial environment that is created with software and presented to the user in such a way that the user suspends belief and accepts it as a real environment. The Meta Quest 2 is a virtual reality headset — our most advanced all-in-one VR system yet. From multiplayer games to unique social experiences to joining up with friends at a live show or instructor-led workout, Meta Quest 2 provides new opportunities to meet and connect with others in VR. What is the Cricut? The Cricut is a name-brand ultimate smart cutting machine. With its expandable suite of tools and advanced Rotary and Knife blades, Cricut gives you the freedom to make virtually any DIY project. It cuts hundreds of materials, from the most delicate fabric and paper to matboard and leather. What is the Carvey? Carvey is a 3D carving machine that allows you to make quality objects out of a variety of materials including wood, metal and plastic.
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment every Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the Cesar Chavez Library in the Literacy Conference room. Participants can improve fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios! Walks-in are welcome; no registration necessary.