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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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AARP Foundation Tax-Aide @ Turlock Library
12 - 3 pm
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide @ Turlock Library
Wednesday, Mar. 20, 12 - 3 pm
Turlock Library
Receive free tax preparation assistance from IRS-trained AARP volunteers. Walk-ins are welcome, as there is not an option for advance registration.  
VITA Tax Service
2-5 pm
 VITA Tax Service
Wednesday, Mar. 20, 2-5 pm
Riverbank Library
Volunteers from the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program will offer free tax preparation on Wednesdays in February and March. This is a drop-off service with pickup scheduled for the following week. Advance registration is required, as space is limited. Call 209-869-7008 to sign up.
Turlock Chess Club
5 pm
 Turlock Chess Club
Wednesday, Mar. 20, 5 pm
Turlock 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. 
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Open Sew in the Modesto Maker Space
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Open Sew in the Modesto Maker Space
Thursday, Mar. 21, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Modesto 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 12 and older and will be held in the library's...read more

VITA Tax Service
2 - 4:45 pm
 VITA Tax Service
Thursday, Mar. 21, 2 - 4:45 pm
Oakdale Library
Volunteers from the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program will offer free tax preparation. This is a drop-off service with pickup scheduled for the following week. Advance registration is required, as space is limited. Sign-ups open a week before each appointment date. Call 209-847-4204 to ...read more
Author Talks- On Retelling Greek Classics: An Exploration of the Modern Epics with Madeline Miller
4 pm
Author Talks- On Retelling Greek Classics: An Exploration of the Modern Epics with Madeline Miller
Thursday, Mar. 21, 4 pmAuthor Talks- On Ret
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You’re invited to a fascinating exploratory conversation with Madeline Miller, bestselling author of The Song of Achilles and Circe, as she chats with us about her body of work and her process in retelling Greek classics into modern epics in fiction. In The Song of Achilles, Achilles, &qu...read more
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Friends of the Oakdale Library Meeting
1:30 pm
Friends of the Oakdale Library Meeting
Monday, Mar. 25, 1:30 pm
Oakdale Library
The Friends of the Oakdale Library invite you to attend their monthly meeting, held at the library on the fourth Monday of each month. Come by and support your local library! 
Garden Weed ID and Management with the Master Gardeners at the Modesto Library
5:30 pm
Garden Weed ID and Management with the Master Gardeners at the Modesto Library
Monday, Mar. 25, 5:30 pmGarden Weed ID and M
Modesto Library
Worried about managing weeds in your lawn or landscape? Take our brand-new class! You'll learn how to identify common weeds and hear options for the best practices to manage and prevent them.This class will take place in the Modesto Library Auditorium. 
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Denair Library Book Club
1 pm
 Denair Library Book Club
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 1 pm
Denair Library
This month the book club will discuss Galileo's Daughter: A Historical Memoir by Dava Sobel. Join us at the Denair Library and share your love of books! For more information call 209-634-1283.
Garden Weed ID and Management with the Master Gardeners at the Waterford Library
2 pm
Garden Weed ID and Management with the Master Gardeners at the Waterford Library
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 2 pm
Waterford Library
Worried about managing weeds in your lawn or landscape? Take our brand-new class! You'll learn how to identify common weeds and hear options for the best practices to manage and prevent them.
Egg Decorating
3:30 - 4:30 pm
 Egg Decorating
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Newman Library
Show off your egg decorating skills! Eggs and decorating materials will be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own.This event is held in partnership with West Side Art Association.
Tinker Tuesday in the Maker Space
3:30 - 5:30 pm
Tinker Tuesday in the Maker Space
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Modesto Library
Explore, build, and create! 3-D pens, tabletop and LEGO® blocks, Edison robots, and more are examples of what may be available. This program is designed for ages 9 and older. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. 
Riverbank Library Book Club
4 pm
 Riverbank Library Book Club
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 4 pm
Riverbank Library
Join us at the Riverbank Library and share your love of books! Book clubs allow community members to expand their knowledge of books through meaningful discussions with others.The book club will discuss The Reluctant Midwife by Patricia Harman this month. 
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Virtual Book Club for Adults: Where the Sky Begins
11:30 am
Virtual Book Club for Adults: Where the Sky Begins
Wednesday, Mar. 27, 11:30 amVirtual Book Club fo
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This month's selection is Where the Sky Begins by Rhys Bowen. A woman's future is determined by fate and choice in a gripping WWII novel about danger, triumph, and second chances by the New York Times bestselling author of The Venice Sketchbook and The Tuscan Child.W...read more

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide @ Turlock Library
12 - 3 pm
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide @ Turlock Library
Wednesday, Mar. 27, 12 - 3 pm
Turlock Library
Receive free tax preparation assistance from IRS-trained AARP volunteers. Walk-ins are welcome, as there is not an option for advance registration.  
VITA Tax Service
2-5 pm
 VITA Tax Service
Wednesday, Mar. 27, 2-5 pm
Riverbank Library
Volunteers from the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program will offer free tax preparation on Wednesdays in February and March. This is a drop-off service with pickup scheduled for the following week. Advance registration is required, as space is limited. Call 209-869-7008 to sign up.
Garden Weed ID and Management with the Master Gardeners at Turlock Library
6 pm
Garden Weed ID and Management with the Master Gardeners at Turlock Library
Wednesday, Mar. 27, 6 pm
Turlock Library
Worried about managing weeds in your lawn or landscape? Take our brand-new class! You'll learn how to identify common weeds and hear options for the best practices to manage and prevent them. 
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Coloring & Coffee
10 am - 12 pm
 Coloring & Coffee
Thursday, Mar. 28, 10 am - 12 pm
Modesto 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 & up. 
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Library’s Got Game
Open hours
 Library’s Got Game
Saturday, Mar. 30, Open hoursLibrary’s Got
Modesto 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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