Events and Classes
Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Stanislaus County Library. All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
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Holiday Gift Bag Sewing in the Maker Space
1 pm Holiday Gift Bag Sewing in the Maker Space Friday, Dec. 1, 1 pmTurlock Library Need a holiday gift bag? Join us in the Maker Space and learn to sew a reversible, reusable holiday gift bag. This program is for ages 18 and up. Registration is required; please register each individual attending.
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Turlock Read to a Dog
12-1 pm Turlock Read to a Dog Saturday, Dec. 2, 12-1 pmTurlock Library Independent readers up to age 12 are invited to practice their reading skills with the special Read to a Dog program at the Turlock Library. This program is designed to help children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs.Please register the readers online...read more
Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Empire Library
2 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Empire Library Saturday, Dec. 2, 2 pmEmpire Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
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Maker Monday: Crochet and Knitting in the Turlock Maker Space
10 am Maker Monday: Crochet and Knitting in the Turlock Maker Space Monday, Dec. 4, 10 amTurlock Library Join us at 10 am the first Monday of the month for a crocheting and knitting get-together! Whether you are an advanced crafter or just starting, join us at the Turlock Library to learn how to knit and crochet or share tips and advice with others while enjoying a relaxing morning at the library!
Oakdale Wee Move & Play
10:30 -11:30 am Oakdale Wee Move & Play Monday, Dec. 4, 10:30 -11:30 amOakdale Library Join us for a big play date at the library, featuring toys, books, and music for ages 5 and under. Parental supervision is required. Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Holiday Card Making
3:30 - 4:30 pm Holiday Card Making Monday, Dec. 4, 3:30 - 4:30 pmNewman Library Make a festive card just in time for the upcoming holiday season.
Yarning with Friends in the Maker Space
5:30 - 7:45 pm Yarning with Friends in the Maker Space Monday, Dec. 4, 5:30 - 7:45 pmModesto Library Join the Friends of the Modesto Library from 5:30-7:45 pm the first Monday of every month for a knit/crochet class. Instruction on basic knit and crochet stitches will be provided to beginners, and those wishing to improve their skills are welcome to join as well. One-on-one assistance will also be ...read more
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Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Waterford Library
2 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Waterford Library Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2 pmWaterford Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
A Chapter a Week Modesto Book Club: A Book Club for Adults Who are New to Reading
2 pm A Chapter a Week Modesto Book Club: A Book Club for Adults Who are New to Reading Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2 pm![]() Modesto Library Katie Serrano from Downtown Streets Team will lead a book club for adults new to reading. Each week, the public will meet to read and discuss a book. The current book is Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson. For more information, please call Vicki Salinas at 209-558-7814. The book cl...read more
Oakdale LEGO® Day
3 to 4 pm Oakdale LEGO® Day Tuesday, Dec. 5, 3 to 4 pmOakdale Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. This program is designed for children 12 and under; however, children 4 and under must have direct parental supervision.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies...read more
Frosted Mason Jars
3:30 - 4:30 pm Frosted Mason Jars Tuesday, Dec. 5, 3:30 - 4:30 pmNewman Library Transform a mason jar into a winter wonderland-inspired decoration. This event is for ages 10 and up.
Snowmen Door Hanger
3:30 pm Snowmen Door Hanger Tuesday, Dec. 5, 3:30 pmRiverbank Library This winter, welcome family and friends with a cute snowman door hanger made of craft sticks and felt.
Author Talk: Let’s Talk World Building with YA Fantasy Fiction Superstar Author Victoria Aveyard
4 pm Author Talk: Let’s Talk World Building with YA Fantasy Fiction Superstar Author Victoria Aveyard Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4 pm![]() Virtual Join us as the instant #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen and Realm Breaker series, Victoria Aveyard, chats with us about YA fantasy fiction, world-building, and her incredible body of work! In the bestselling series Realm Breaker, a strange darkness grows in Allward even Cor...read more
Painted Wood Ornaments
4 pm Painted Wood Ornaments Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4 pmHughson Library It's the most wonderful time to head to the Hughson Library and make a custom wood ornament.
Turlock Art Lab: Textured Treasures
4 pm Turlock Art Lab: Textured Treasures Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4 pmTurlock Library Create unique art using different surface textures, crayons, and watercolor paint. Have a cool textured object you’d like to share? Bring it! All ages are welcome; children 4 and under must have direct adult supervision.
Family Game Day
4:30 pm
Salida Chess Club
4:30 pm Salida Chess Club Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4:30 pmSalida Library Do you like to play chess? Whether you are an amateur, a master, or somewhere between, bring your board to meet and play against others for practice or friendly competition. This program will run concurrently during Family Game Day.
Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Salida Library
6 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Salida Library Tuesday, Dec. 5, 6 pmSalida Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
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Preschool & Toddler Dance and Play
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Turlock Pokémon Day
1-3 pm Turlock Pokémon Day Wednesday, Dec. 6, 1-3 pmTurlock Library Love Pokémon? Join us to meet others who share your passion! Hang out and feel free to trade or battle on your Nintendo Switch, bring your trading cards for a friendly game, hunt for shinies in Pokemon GO, and more! All ages are welcome; children 4 and under must have direct adult supervision...read more
Make It: Holiday Cheer
3 - 5 pm Make It: Holiday Cheer Wednesday, Dec. 6, 3 - 5 pmModesto Library Tweens and Teens: Step into our Maker Space this holiday season and craft heartfelt, homemade gifts for your cherished friends and loved ones. Get creative while making a bracelet, ornament, or magnet. You can even unleash your artistic flair with a 3D pen. And don't forget, the button make...read more
Build It!
3:30 pm Build It! Wednesday, Dec. 6, 3:30 pmDenair Library LEGO® Day is back and better than ever, this time with more building materials like Magnetic Building Tiles, Bristle Builders, DUPLO & more!Children will have the opportunity to build creations that will then be displayed in the library. Building encourages motor skills, creativity, teamwork...read more
Marshmallow Snowmen
3:30 pm Marshmallow Snowmen Wednesday, Dec. 6, 3:30 pmPatterson Library This is a fun winter craft with something sweet for kids! We will be using completely edible pieces to make snowmen.
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Waterford LEGO® Day
3 - 4 pm Waterford LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 7, 3 - 4 pm Waterford Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Little Scientists
3 pm Little Scientists Thursday, Dec. 7, 3 pmOakdale Library Join us for some exciting stormy experiments! Kids will have a blast learning about storms and clouds with hands-on activities!The event is limited to 15 participants, and registration is required. This program is for children ages 5 - 8 years old.
Paper Plate Snowflakes
3- 4 pm Paper Plate Snowflakes Thursday, Dec. 7, 3- 4 pmEmpire Library Glue, glitter, and weave a special snowflake.
Newman LEGO® Day
3:30 - 4:30 pm Newman LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 7, 3:30 - 4:30 pmNewman Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Hughson LEGO® Day
3:30 - 5:30 pm Hughson LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 7, 3:30 - 5:30 pmHughson Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Tallest Marshmallow Snowman STEAM* Challenge
3:30 pm Tallest Marshmallow Snowman STEAM* Challenge Thursday, Dec. 7, 3:30 pmDenair Library Who can build the tallest snowman? Teens and tweens are invited to join us as we compete in this STEAM* activity to see who can make the tallest snowman out of marshmallows and toothpicks. Space is limited; please register everyone attending individually, either in person or by calling the Dena...read more
Snow Globe Plate Craft
4 pm Snow Globe Plate Craft Thursday, Dec. 7, 4 pmCeres Library Get in the winter spirit by making a snow globe out of plates and assorted craft supplies.
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Salida LEGO® Day
3 pm Salida LEGO® Day Friday, Dec. 8, 3 pm![]() Salida Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. Children 4 and under are welcome to participate, however, they must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Giant Game Day
3 pm Giant Game Day Friday, Dec. 8, 3 pmModesto Library Come by the Modesto Library Maker Space on the second Friday of every month as we break out the giant games for giant fun! Come play with oversized Jenga, Connect 4, Sorry, and more!
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Get Crafty @ the Patterson Library
10 am to 12 pm Get Crafty @ the Patterson Library Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 am to 12 pmPatterson Library Do you love to work on craft projects but don't have the space or keep getting interrupted by life? Would you like to meet other like-minded crafters? If so, come to the library's community room and spread out. We'll supply the space and the big tables. You bring your own project to work...read more
Turlock Board Game Day
10 am - 4:30 pm Turlock Board Game Day Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 am - 4:30 pmTurlock Library Join the Central Valley Game Lovers for a day of board gaming. Try a new game or bring your own. Most games are recommended for ages 10 and up, but there will be games for younger players, too.
Read to a Dog at the Ceres Library
12-1 pm Read to a Dog at the Ceres Library Saturday, Dec. 9, 12-1 pmCeres Library Independent readers up to age 12 are invited to practice their reading skills with the special Read to a Dog program at the Ceres Library. This program is designed to help children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Register in person at the Ceres Lib...read more
Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Riverbank Library
2 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Riverbank Library Saturday, Dec. 9, 2 pmRiverbank Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
Salida Dungeons & Dragons
2-4 pm Salida Dungeons & Dragons Saturday, Dec. 9, 2-4 pm![]() Salida Library Teens! Are you seeking adventure? Want to slay a dragon or maybe save a town from a horde of goblins? Come play D&D at the library! Players will learn team-building and problem-solving skills while engaging their imaginations in a safe, collaborative environment.Participants need not provid...read more
Pajama Party Story Time at the Empire Library
3:30 - 5 pm Pajama Party Story Time at the Empire Library Saturday, Dec. 9, 3:30 - 5 pmEmpire Library We're partnering with Empire Union School District Head Start for a Pajama Party Bilingual Story Time! This event features books, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more and is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. Children are welcome to come...read more
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Mystery Lovers Book Club at the Turlock Library
10:30 am Mystery Lovers Book Club at the Turlock Library Monday, Dec. 11, 10:30 amTurlock Library Calling all mystery fans! This month the Mystery Lovers Book Club will discuss Sweet Little Lies by Caz Frear.Twenty-six-year-old Cat Kinsella overcame a troubled childhood to become a Detective Constable with the Metropolitan Police Force, but she's never been able to banish these ghosts. When ...read more
Holiday Craft Cards
3 - 4 pm Holiday Craft Cards Monday, Dec. 11, 3 - 4 pmOakdale Library Kids can spend a creative hour making holiday cards to share with friends and loved ones!
Modesto Read to a Dog
3:30 - 4:30 pm Modesto Read to a Dog Monday, Dec. 11, 3:30 - 4:30 pm![]() Modesto Library Independent readers up to age 12 are invited to practice their reading skills during our 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.Space is limited! Sign-ups start on Nove...read more
Salida Anime Club
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Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Ceres Library
6 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Ceres Library Monday, Dec. 11, 6 pmCeres Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
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Author Talk: Motherhood, Hunger, and Higher Education: An Author Talk with Stephanie Land
11 am Author Talk: Motherhood, Hunger, and Higher Education: An Author Talk with Stephanie Land Tuesday, Dec. 12, 11 am![]() Virtual You’re invited to an afternoon chat with New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Land as she talks to us about her new memoir, Class: A Memoir of Motherhood, Hunger, and Higher Education.When Stephanie Land set out to write her first book, a memoir titled Maid, she never could have imagine...read more
Gingerbread House Ornaments
3:30 - 4:30 pm Gingerbread House Ornaments Tuesday, Dec. 12, 3:30 - 4:30 pmNewman Library Celebrate Gingerbread House Day by painting a miniature clay pot to resemble a gingerbread house.
Holiday Craft-a-palooza
4 pm Holiday Craft-a-palooza Tuesday, Dec. 12, 4 pmHughson Library Jingle all the way to the Hughson Library for a crafting extravaganza. We'll have supplies to make any holiday decor or handmade gifts you can dream up.
Tinker Tuesday at the Salida Library
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Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Oakdale Library
6 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at the Oakdale Library Tuesday, Dec. 12, 6 pmOakdale Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
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Salida Library Book Club: The Disappeared
10 am Salida Library Book Club: The Disappeared Wednesday, Dec. 13, 10 amSalida Library This month the book club will discuss The Disappeared by C.J. Box. A limited number of copies are available at the Circulation Desk. For more information, contact the Salida Library at 209-543-7315.Wyoming's new governor isn't sure what to make of Joe Pickett, but he has a job for him t...read more
Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
2:30 pm Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2:30 pmModesto Library Join us to build a delightful and delicious holiday treat in the Maker Space! Learn how to build a gingerbread house out of graham crackers. Please bring your own candy to decorate your home! All other supplies will be provided. This event is for all ages. Children under 6 will need parental s...read more
Patterson LEGO® Day
3:30 pm Patterson LEGO® Day Wednesday, Dec. 13, 3:30 pmPatterson Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. Children 4 and under are welcome to participate, however, they must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Turlock Teen Anime Club
3:30 - 5 pm Turlock Teen Anime Club Wednesday, Dec. 13, 3:30 - 5 pmTurlock Library Which is better: the anime or the manga? Why not both?! Teens, join us as we watch anime and talk about manga! This month, we'll watch Nichijou (TV-14).For ages 12-18
Build It!
3:30 pm Build It! Wednesday, Dec. 13, 3:30 pmDenair Library LEGO® Day is back and better than ever, this time with more building materials like Magnetic Building Tiles, Bristle Builders, DUPLO & more!Children will have the opportunity to build creations that will then be displayed in the library. Building encourages motor skills, creativity, teamwork...read more
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Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at Patterson Library
1 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at Patterson Library Thursday, Dec. 14, 1 pmPatterson Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
DIY Bead Craft
3 - 4 pm DIY Bead Craft Thursday, Dec. 14, 3 - 4 pm Waterford Library Using a variety of beads, children can make bracelets, necklaces, and more.
Snowman Bird Feeders
3- 4 pm Snowman Bird Feeders Thursday, Dec. 14, 3- 4 pmEmpire Library Looking for some family fun during the holidays? Make a holiday-themed bird feeder for a friend, family, or fun!
Hughson LEGO® Day
3:30 - 5:30 pm Hughson LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 14, 3:30 - 5:30 pmHughson Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Glow-in-the-Dark Story Time
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Ceres LEGO® Day
4 pm Ceres LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 14, 4 pmCeres Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
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Hogwarts Winter Break
6:30 - 7:30 pm Hogwarts Winter Break Friday, Dec. 15, 6:30 - 7:30 pmModesto Library Yule have fun at Hogwarts Winter Break! Enjoy crafts at this Harry Potter and fantasy book-themed event for kids & families! Space is limited for this special after-hours event, and advance registration is required.Sign up in the Modesto Library Children's Room starting December 1. Call 209-...read more
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Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
11 am Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses Saturday, Dec. 16, 11 amModesto Library Join us to build a delightful and delicious holiday treat in the Maker Space! Learn how to build a gingerbread house out of graham crackers. Please bring your own candy to decorate your home! All other supplies will be provided. This event is for all ages. Children under 6 will need parental s...read more
Turlock Teen Poetry: Speak Your Silence
1:30 pm Turlock Teen Poetry: Speak Your Silence Saturday, Dec. 16, 1:30 pmTurlock Library Stanislaus County Youth Poet Laureate Faith Delgado and fellow students will “speak their silence” by reading their original pieces that pertain to school violence. In partnership with Modesto-Stanislaus Poetry Center (MoSt)
Empire Dungeons & Dragons
2-4 pm Empire Dungeons & Dragons Saturday, Dec. 16, 2-4 pm![]() Empire Library Teens! Are you seeking adventure? Want to slay a dragon or save a town from a horde of goblins? Play D&D at the library! Players will learn team-building and problem-solving skills while engaging their imaginations in a safe, collaborative environment. Participants need not provide anything...read more
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Modesto LEGO® Play
3:30 pm Modesto LEGO® Play Monday, Dec. 18, 3:30 pm![]() Modesto Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. This program is designed for children 12 and under; however, children 4 and under must have direct parental supervision.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies...read more
Diamond Painting for Adults
4 - 7 pm Diamond Painting for Adults Monday, Dec. 18, 4 - 7 pmModesto Library Fall is here, and it's time to slow down and relax. Let's get together and spend some time relaxing and creating diamond paintings. Adults are welcome to drop into the Modesto Library Maker Space to work together on different sizes of diamond paintings. All of the supplies will be provided.&...read more
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Relax and Color in the Maker Space (All Ages)
2 - 4 pm Relax and Color in the Maker Space (All Ages) Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2 - 4 pmModesto Library Feeling creative? Stop by the Modesto Library's Maker Space and spend a relaxing afternoon coloring. You provide the ideas and creativity, and we'll provide the arts & crafts materials! This program is designed for all ages.
Oakdale LEGO® Day
3 to 4 pm Oakdale LEGO® Day Tuesday, Dec. 19, 3 to 4 pmOakdale Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. This program is designed for children 12 and under; however, children 4 and under must have direct parental supervision.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies...read more
Turlock Building Challenge: Paper Airplanes
4 pm Turlock Building Challenge: Paper Airplanes Tuesday, Dec. 19, 4 pmTurlock Library Let your creativity take flight with this paper airplane challenge! Books on paper airplanes will be on display and available for use during the program. Once your plane is completed, take it for a test flight to see how far it can fly! All materials will be provided. All ages are welcome; chil...read more
Family Movie Night: Sherlock Gnomes
5:30 pm Family Movie Night: Sherlock Gnomes Tuesday, Dec. 19, 5:30 pm![]() Salida Library Children and their families can enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. This month's movie will get you ready for Opera Modesto's Story Into Song production of Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Fallen Giant (Composer: Evan Meier. Librettist: E.M. Lewis. Commissioned by American ...read more
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Build It!
3:30 pm Build It! Wednesday, Dec. 20, 3:30 pmDenair Library LEGO® Day is back and better than ever, this time with more building materials like Magnetic Building Tiles, Bristle Builders, DUPLO & more!Children will have the opportunity to build creations that will then be displayed in the library. Building encourages motor skills, creativity, teamwork...read more
Craft Stick Skiing
3:30 pm Craft Stick Skiing Wednesday, Dec. 20, 3:30 pmPatterson Library Patterson Library will host their own version of the Winter Olympics with this STEAM* ski craft! Kids will use craft sticks and tin foil to craft their skis and then race their creations down a steep mountain.*Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math
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Open Sew in the Modesto Maker Space (Morning Session)
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Open Sew in the Modesto Maker Space (Morning Session) Thursday, Dec. 21, 10:30 am - 12:30 pmModesto Library Do you need to use a sewing machine? Sign up for Open Sew at the Modesto Library. Bring your projects, and we'll provide the sewing machines, irons, and sewing tools (measuring tapes, seam rippers, pins, etc.). Open Sew is designed for ages 14 and older and will be held in the library's...read more
Newman LEGO® Day
3:30 - 4:30 pm Newman LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 21, 3:30 - 4:30 pmNewman Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Hughson LEGO® Day
3:30 - 5:30 pm Hughson LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 21, 3:30 - 5:30 pmHughson Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Stained Glass Ornaments
3:30 pm Stained Glass Ornaments Thursday, Dec. 21, 3:30 pmDenair Library Make some cheerful stained glass ornaments that will brighten up any room in your home using stencils, contact paper, ribbon, glitter, and more! This program is intended for ages 5 and up. Space is limited; please register by calling the Denair Library at 209-634-1283.
Craft Stick Holiday Ornaments
4 pm Craft Stick Holiday Ornaments Thursday, Dec. 21, 4 pmCeres Library Add one more special decoration to your holiday tree with this fun craft. Join us as we make holiday ornaments using craft sticks, glue, and various craft supplies to make your tree ornament as special and unique as you!
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Salida LEGO® Day
3 pm Salida LEGO® Day Friday, Dec. 22, 3 pm![]() Salida Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. Children 4 and under are welcome to participate, however, they must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Anime Afternoons
3:30 pm Anime Afternoons Friday, Dec. 22, 3:30 pmModesto Library Calling all teens! Hang out in the Modesto Library Auditorium and enjoy anime in the afternoon. We'll watch the first few episodes of a new series each month. This month, we'll watch My Hero Academia (TV-14).Please call 209-558-7810 if you have any questions.
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Library’s Got Game
Open Hours Library’s Got Game Saturday, Dec. 23, Open HoursModesto Library Bring a friend and stop by the Modesto Library during open hours to play a board game or two in the Teen Zone.
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Teen Tuesday: Button Maker Drop-in
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Stay & Play
10:30 am Stay & Play Wednesday, Dec. 27, 10:30 am![]() Modesto Library Join us to play, learn, sing, read, and have fun! This free program will feature a Story Time, free play, and an opportunity to learn together! We will feature periodic guest speakers. This program is designed for FNF (Friends, Neighbors, and Family) caregivers and the children in their care ages 0-...read more
Virtual Book Club for Adults: Bring Your Own Book
11:30 am
Patterson LEGO® Day
3:30 pm Patterson LEGO® Day Wednesday, Dec. 27, 3:30 pmPatterson Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations that will then be displayed in the library. Children 4 and under are welcome to participate, however, they must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Build It!
3:30 pm Build It! Wednesday, Dec. 27, 3:30 pmDenair Library LEGO® Day is back and better than ever, this time with more building materials like Magnetic Building Tiles, Bristle Builders, DUPLO & more!Children will have the opportunity to build creations that will then be displayed in the library. Building encourages motor skills, creativity, teamwork...read more
Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at Turlock Library
6:30 pm Culinary Herbs for Beginners with the Master Gardeners at Turlock Library Wednesday, Dec. 27, 6:30 pmTurlock Library What herbs can you easily grow on an apartment porch or in an outdoor garden? Touch and smell some herb samples and learn a few tips on cooking with herbs.
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Coloring & Coffee
10 am - 12 pm Coloring & Coffee Thursday, Dec. 28, 10 am - 12 pmModesto Library 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+.
Wingardium Leviosa Science Experiment
3- 4 pm Wingardium Leviosa Science Experiment Thursday, Dec. 28, 3- 4 pmEmpire Library Make a feather float with the magic of magnets!
Empire LEGO® Day
3- 4 pm Empire LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 28, 3- 4 pmEmpire Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Hughson LEGO® Day
3:30 - 5:30 pm Hughson LEGO® Day Thursday, Dec. 28, 3:30 - 5:30 pmHughson Library Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.
Sweet Pea Flowers: Beginning Gardening for Kids
4 pm Sweet Pea Flowers: Beginning Gardening for Kids Thursday, Dec. 28, 4 pmCeres Library Ceres Gardening Club member Manjeet Dosanjh (Certified Gardening Consultant, NGC) will teach children how to grow and care for sweet pea flowers. Seeds will be given out while supplies last.
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Noon Year’s Eve Party
11:30 am Noon Year’s Eve Party Saturday, Dec. 30, 11:30 amModesto Library Join us in the Children's Room for a Noon Year's Eve soiree! We'll have music and dancing, then count down to the "Noon Year!"This program is designed for preschool-aged children and their parents, but all ages are welcome to join in on the fun.
Make It: New Year’s Eve Party Hat!
11 - 11:45 am Make It: New Year’s Eve Party Hat! Saturday, Dec. 30, 11 - 11:45 amModesto Library Stop by the Maker Space and make a party hat to help you ring in the new year! All supplies will be provided.This program is for all ages.
Dinosaur Discover and Learn
12:30 - 2:30 pm Dinosaur Discover and Learn Saturday, Dec. 30, 12:30 - 2:30 pmOakdale Library Join us for a fun and educational hands-on dinosaur fossil experience.
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