Stanislaus County Library

A basic introduction to computers, including an explanation of the parts of the computer, a tour of Windows, and simple tasks. This program is continued in Computer Basics: Part 2.  Advance registration is required. Call 209-847-4204 to sign up.

This month the book club will discuss Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini
The novel presents a fictionalized account of the friendship between Mary Todd Lincoln and her dressmaker Elizabeth Keckley, a former slave.
 
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This is an interactive, video-streamed series for ESL adults to improve language skills and learn about community and library resources. 
Es una serie interactiva, transmitida por videos, para adultos de ESL para mejorar su habilidad de lenguaje y aprender sobre los recursos en la comunida...read more

BYOB, that is, Bring Your Own Board (and pieces, clocks, etc.) to the Denair Library for a nice, friendly game of chess. Chess puzzles will also be available to solve. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, all are welcome. These will be unranked, fun games of chess. Come by a...read more

Make your own toys using recycled materials.  The toys include a dancing marionette, penny spinners and recycled toy cars. 

Have fun making bird feeders using peanut butter and bird seed! Ages 5 and up.

Children can design masterpieces with foam blocks, magnetic tiles, marble run, and a variety of other building materials.

Children will learn about keeping their environment clean with this fun, interactive preschool program which includes stories, songs and games.
 

Join our after-school Homework Club and do your homework at the library. We'll have volunteer homework helpers on hand to help you with homework questions. For grades K-6 only. Registration required. Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 pm & Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm.

Spring has sprung! Join us for crafts celebrating the season. This month, children are invited to get messy with paint as they create tulips, a handprint Earth, and more! Free tickets will be available one hour before the event.
This program is part of the Tuesdays Are Family Days at the Salida...read more

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library using the library’s LEGO^® and LEGO^® DUPLO^® blocks. LEGO^® play helps children develop fine ...read more

Teens, join us for a new monthly series of Teen Health and Wellness programs at the Modesto Library. 

This month's program will focus on positive self-talk. Local teen Avni Parmar will lead a journaling session surrounding this month's theme. All material will be provided. Te...read more

You're invited to take part in a day of playing with our LEGO^® DUPLO^® collection!
Disclaimer: LEGO^® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.

Buy gently used books at bargain prices!
Hardbacks $1.00
Paperbacks $0.50
Children's Books $0.25-$0.50 
Wednesday, April 24: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm; Thursday, April 25: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; and Friday, April 26: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Friday is $5 fill-a-bag day. 
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VA Mobile Medical Outreach will provide medical services and benefit information to our veteran community at the Modesto Library.  No appointmnet is necessary - simply check-in inside the library.  Enrollment Specialist, Medical Provider, Veterans Service Officers on site.  If availab...read more

Join us for a big play date at the library. We will provide toys, books, and music for ages 5 and under. Parental supervision is required at all times.  

This month we will be reading Free for All: Oddballs, Geeks and Gangstas in the Public Library, by Don Borchert.

 Don Borchert was a short-order cook, door-to-door salesman, telemarketer, and Christmas-tree-chopper before landing a job in a California library. He never could have pre...read more

A book club for kids! Children will listen to a story, discuss it and do a related activity. This book club meets monthly and sign ups are not required. 

Craft creative character planters out of a plastic bottle bottom. 
 

All experience levels welcome! Please call the Waterford Library to RSVP: (209) 874-2191.

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO^® displays for the library. LEGO...read more

Buy gently used books at bargain prices!
Hardbacks $1.00
Paperbacks $0.50
Children's Books $0.25-$0.50 
Wednesday, April 24: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm; Thursday, April 25: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; and Friday, April 26: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Friday is $5 fill-a-bag day. 
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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 adult supervision. (1 hour)
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LEGO^® Day: 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 adult supervision.
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Kids will enjoy this fun, challenging STEM* project.
*Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

Bilingual Story Time, crafts, and free book giveaways to children while supplies last. 

Join our after-school Homework Club and do your homework at the library. We'll have volunteer homework helpers on hand to help you with homework questions. For grades K-6 only. Registration required. Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 pm & Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm.

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 ...read more

Springtime brings beautiful flowers to the hills and valleys. We will be making our own painted flowers at the Denair Library to decorate your home. The paint, egg carton, and other supplies will be provided for this craft.

Come together for a fun family read-aloud and discussion!  We'll be talking about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl and get you started on the The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett for the May discussion.

Designed for ages 8-12. Watch the movie, read the book, and discuss! Join us for a book discussion, games and activities around our current book club selection, The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo. Please contact the library about reserving a copy of the book at 209-543-7353.&...read more

Buy gently used books at bargain prices!
Hardbacks $1.00
Paperbacks $0.50
Children's Books $0.25-$0.50 
Wednesday, April 24: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm; Thursday, April 25: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; and Friday, April 26: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Friday is $5 fill-a-bag day. 
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New and classic picture books, flannelboard and prop stories, fingerplays, music and dancing, all for preschoolers aged 3-5 and their caregivers. (30 minutes)

Learn basic crochet techniques with Instructor Prithika Singh, or just come and hang out with other crochet learners and enthusiasts. Please bring your own crochet hooks. Yarn will be provided. 

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO^® displays for the library. LEGO^® play helps children delevlop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct adult supervision.
This program is part of the Tuesdays Are Family Days at the Salid...read more

Build marshmallow and toothpick towers and try to topple them on our earthquake table at this STEAM program. Children must be supervised by an adult.
STEAM = Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Celebrate Día de los niños, día de los libros, Childrens book day with us! Enjoy a special Bilingual Story Time, crafts, activities, and snacks. A variety of service organizations will provide information to participants. Each child will also receive a free new book while suppli...read more

Game on at the Salida Library! Challenge your family members to board game competitions, video game tournaments and more. The Nintendo Switch will be available for use, along with the Oculus Rift Virtual Reality headset*.
* Oculus Rift is only for ages 13 and up.
 

Are you a full-time or part-time care provider for a family member or loved one? Have you thought about who would be the caregiver if you were no longer there? Do you have questions about how to make an estate plan, or what it is? Do you have questions or amendments to make to an existing estate pla...read more

Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)

Join us for a big play date at the library. We will provide toys, books and music for ages 5 and under. Parental supervision required at all times.

We'll teach you step-by-step how to paint a landscape. All materials are provided free of charge. Registration required. To register, please visit or call 209-892-6473. 

Families can enjoy a special Bilingual Story Time and craft. Each child will receive a new book and toy, while supplies last.

Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)

A basic introduction to computers, including an explanation of the parts of the computer, a tour of Windows, and simple tasks. This program is a continuation of Computer Basics: Part 1.  Advance registration is required. Call 209-847-4204 to sign up.

This is an interactive, video-streamed series for ESL adults to improve language skills and learn about community and library resources. 
Es una serie interactiva, transmitida por videos, para adultos de ESL para mejorar su habilidad de lenguaje y aprender sobre los recursos en la comunida...read more

In a library not so far away...participants will have to use the Force to identify objects and locations to win prizes.

Join our after-school Homework Club and do your homework at the library. We'll have volunteer homework helpers on hand to help you with homework questions. For grades K-6 only. Registration required. Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 pm & Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm.

Build a LEGO^® race car and compete against others in a tournament on the race track. Put your LEGO^® Derby Car on display at the library. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision.
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Test your engineering skills! Make a popsicle stick bridge strong enough to hold up a pile of books, design a boat that can float with a stack of pennies on board, and build a tower from index cards, tape, and paper clips.  
(*STEAM= Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)
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Come celebrate Día de los niños/ día de los libros, or Children's Book Day at the Turlock Library. The library will offer crafts, activities and a special bilingual Story Time. Each child will receive a free new book while supplies last.