LIBRARY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
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.
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Fun Friday Movie: Despicable Me 4 (2024)
12:00 pm Fun Friday Movie: Despicable Me 4 (2024) Friday, Nov. 1, 12:00 pmTracy Branch Library All Ages. Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run. Rated: PG. Runtime: 95 minutes.
The Animal Book Club
3:30 pm The Animal Book Club Friday, Nov. 1, 3:30 pmEscalon Branch Library Read to a rescued farm animal like a chicken or duck, from Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary! This gives children a chance to meet an animal they may not normally see and practice their reading in a relaxed environment. Each meeting with be on the 1st Friday of the month.
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Chess
10:00am Chess Saturday, Nov. 2, 10:00amTracy Branch Library Ideal for Ages 6+. Play or learn to play chess on Saturdays from 10:00am-12:00pm.
Teen Game Day
12:00 pm Teen Game Day Saturday, Nov. 2, 12:00 pmThornton Branch Library Play Xbox/Playsation and board games!
New Mettle Farms: Ink & Quills
1:00pm - 2:00pm New Mettle Farms: Ink & Quills Saturday, Nov. 2, 1:00pm - 2:00pmLinden Branch Library New Mettle Farms will be coming to host a workshop on how to make your own ink from berries and making a quill from feathers! This is part two of a two-part program series.For kids and teens 8+. Please register online.
Hello Kitty Suncatcher
1:00 pm Hello Kitty Suncatcher Saturday, Nov. 2, 1:00 pmEscalon Branch Library Celebrate 50 years of Hello Kitty and make a delightful suncatcher! Kids can create their own using a variety of colorful, faux flowers and other fun materials. This program combines creativity and a love for Hello Kitty, allowing children to make a unique and decorative piece they can take home to ...read more
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Book Buddies
12:30pm Book Buddies Sunday, Nov. 3, 12:30pmTracy Branch Library Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills. If you are a high school student who would like to become a Book Buddies, please ask for a volunteer application at the library che...read more
Math Club
2:00pm Math Club Sunday, Nov. 3, 2:00pmTracy Branch Library For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Crochet 101
4-5 p.m. Crochet 101 Monday, Nov. 4, 4-5 p.m.(Mondays, Sep 9, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 9, 4-5 p.m.) Cesar Chavez Central Library Learn some crochet basics and get started on crafting with yarn and a crochet hook. Supplies are provided, but you can bring your own as well.Free parking is available at a lot across the street on Oak and Center Streets as well as on Oak Street in front of the library.
Teen Anime Club (ages 12-19)
4:15PM-5:45PM Teen Anime Club (ages 12-19) Monday, Nov. 4, 4:15PM-5:45PMMountain House Branch Library Welcome the Mounatin House Library anime club! Get ready to have some fun! Drop-in to catch us watching shows and movies, having discussions, doing crafts and more! This event is for teenagers (12-19) only!
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Chavez MakerSpace Room
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Youth Election Day
4:00pm Youth Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 5, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library All young future voters are invited to participate in a mock-voting in session and creating fun Election Day crafts.
Teen Advisory
4 pm Teen Advisory Tuesday, Nov. 5, 4 pmTroke Branch Library Teens will:-Discuss & Plan Teen Events-Talk about Book Trends-Assist with Children's Department-Earn Volunteer Hours & Experience
K-Pop Photocards Decorating Party
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Music & More Makerspace (Ages 10+)
4:00pm Music & More Makerspace (Ages 10+) Wednesday, Nov. 6, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Ages 10+. Try your hand at instruments like the piano, flute, uklele, and guitar in addition to other hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities.A makerspace is collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. These spaces help provide access for learnin...read more
Bead a Pair of Pearl Earrings
4:30 - 5:30 PM Bead a Pair of Pearl Earrings Wednesday, Nov. 6, 4:30 - 5:30 PMCesar Chavez Central Library Teens & Adults,Come join us to make a pair of pearl earrings at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 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 r...read more
Pressed Flower Candle
4:30pm Pressed Flower Candle Wednesday, Nov. 6, 4:30pmFair Oaks Library Decorate a candle using dried flowers at the Fair Oaks Library! This program is for teens.
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Throwback Thursday
4:00pm Throwback Thursday Thursday, Nov. 7, 4:00pmFair Oaks Library Past crafts are making a come back today in limited quantities at Fair Oaks Library, don't miss out!!
Tweens/Teens - Hello Kitty Birthday Celebration
4:00-5:00 Tweens/Teens - Hello Kitty Birthday Celebration Thursday, Nov. 7, 4:00-5:00Lathrop Branch Library Join us in celebrating Hello Kitty’s 50th birthday! Look forward to crafts, games, friendship bracelets and meeting other Sanrio friends.
Build Your Own Bluetooth Speaker (Age 10+)
4:00pm Build Your Own Bluetooth Speaker (Age 10+) Thursday, Nov. 7, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Age 10+. Discover how speakers work while building your own.
Hello Kitty Art
4 PM Hello Kitty Art Thursday, Nov. 7, 4 PMCesar Chavez Central Library Celebrate Hello Kitty's 50th birthday with rhinestone art! This program is for Teens and up. All supplies will be provided.
The Animal Book Club
4:30 pm The Animal Book Club Thursday, Nov. 7, 4:30 pmTroke Branch Library Read to a rescued farm animal like a chicken or duck, from Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary! This gives children a chance to meet an animal they may not normally see, and practice their reading in a relaxed environment. Each meeting with be on the 1st Thursday of the month.
Autumn Bouquet
6:00pm Autumn Bouquet Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:00pmFair Oaks Library Make a beautiful floral arrangement for your home at the Fair Oaks Library! This program is for adults.
ChatGPT Basics (Register)
6:00pm ChatGPT Basics (Register) Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:00pmTracy Branch Library Do you want to learn what ChatGPT is and how you can use it to help with brainstorming, writing, and more? This class is for you.
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Teen Advisory Group
4:00 P.M. Teen Advisory Group Friday, Nov. 8, 4:00 P.M.Maya Angelou Branch Library Want a say in what the Maya Angelou Library does for teens? Join our Teen Advisory Group and help plan programs and events.
Teen Anime Club
4:00pm Teen Anime Club Friday, Nov. 8, 4:00pmRipon Branch Library Teens are welcome to join the Ripon library as we bring out our big screen and stream popular and premiering anime. Enjoy a small activity before showtime.Please be advised that many anime, including popular titles, have a rating of 14 and up and will be showed during this teen anime club.
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Chess
10:00am Chess Saturday, Nov. 9, 10:00amTracy Branch Library Ideal for Ages 6+. Play or learn to play chess on Saturdays from 10:00am-12:00pm.
Teen Game Day
12:00 pm Teen Game Day Saturday, Nov. 9, 12:00 pmThornton Branch Library Play Xbox/Playsation and board games!
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Book Buddies
12:30pm Book Buddies Sunday, Nov. 10, 12:30pmTracy Branch Library Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills. If you are a high school student who would like to become a Book Buddies, please ask for a volunteer application at the library che...read more
Math Club
2:00pm Math Club Sunday, Nov. 10, 2:00pmTracy Branch Library For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Chavez MakerSpace Room
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Teen STEM Program: Candy Catapult
4 pm Teen STEM Program: Candy Catapult Tuesday, Nov. 12, 4 pmTroke Branch Library Teens will build a catapult using popsicle sticks, rubber bands and spoons. Teens will demonstrate the conversion and transfer of energy, and the use of potential and kinetic energy. This program is recommended for ages 13-18 years old.
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Circuits & More Makerspace (Ages 10+)
4:00pm Circuits & More Makerspace (Ages 10+) Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Ages 10+. Learn about basic electric circuits in addition to other hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities.A makerspace is collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. These spaces help provide access for learning critical skills in the fields of ...read more
Make a Stuffed Animal
4:00 - 5:00 PM Make a Stuffed Animal Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4:00 - 5:00 PMCesar Chavez Central Library Teens & Adults,Come learn to make a stuffed animal at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Wednesday, November 13 @4 PM. Anyone ages 12 and older is invited to participate. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Registration is not required. A FREE p...read more
Mushroom Lamp
4:30pm Mushroom Lamp Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4:30pmFair Oaks Library Make a cute mushroom lamp to celebrate fall at the Fair Oaks Library. This program is for teens.
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Scented Lotion & Soap (Age 10+)
4:00pm Scented Lotion & Soap (Age 10+) Thursday, Nov. 14, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Age 10+. Scent your lotion and make your own glycerin soap.
Pumpkin Centerpiece
4 PM Pumpkin Centerpiece Thursday, Nov. 14, 4 PMCesar Chavez Central Library Create an easy pumpkin centerpiece to elavate your Fall or Thanksgiving decor. This program is for Teens and up. All supplies will be provided. Its first come first serve as supplies are limited.
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Button Turkey Craft
3:00pm Button Turkey Craft Friday, Nov. 15, 3:00pmTracy Branch Library Join us to make a lovely turkey using buttons for his colorful tail. It is an easy and fun craft to do as a decoration for Thanksgiving.We hope you can join us Friday, November 15th at 3:00pm. This craft is for 3 year olds and above.
Teen Program: Tie-Dye T-Shirts
3:30 pm Teen Program: Tie-Dye T-Shirts Friday, Nov. 15, 3:30 pmTroke Branch Library Teens will be creating their own tie-dye t-shirts. Shirts will be given out on a first-come first-served basis. This program is recommended for ages 13-18 years old.
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Teen Game Day
12:00 pm Teen Game Day Saturday, Nov. 16, 12:00 pmThornton Branch Library Play Xbox/Playsation and board games!
New Mettle Farms: Spiced Tea Blends
2:30pm New Mettle Farms: Spiced Tea Blends Saturday, Nov. 16, 2:30pmRipon Branch Library Elevate your teas by learning and sampling top notes that act as catalytic flavors, adding that unique mysterious element only your custom blends will have. Discussion will cover spices and floral notes.
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Book Buddies
12:30pm Book Buddies Sunday, Nov. 17, 12:30pmTracy Branch Library Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills. If you are a high school student who would like to become a Book Buddies, please ask for a volunteer application at the library che...read more
Math Club
2:00pm Math Club Sunday, Nov. 17, 2:00pmTracy Branch Library For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Pom Pom Pillow
4 PM Pom Pom Pillow Monday, Nov. 18, 4 PMCesar Chavez Central Library Create an easy fall-themed pom pom pillow to welcome the fall season! All supplies will be provided. This program is for Teens and Adults. First come first serve as supplies are limited.
High School Study Night (ages 14-19)
4:15PM-5:45PM High School Study Night (ages 14-19) Monday, Nov. 18, 4:15PM-5:45PMMountain House Branch Library Got a big test coming up? Join us at the Mountain House Library for quiet, serious study time. Bring your friends, your laptops, and whatever else you need to get cozy and ready to study! This program is intended for high school students. (generally ages 14-19)
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Chavez MakerSpace Room
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Anime+Manga for Teens
4:00pm Anime+Manga for Teens Tuesday, Nov. 19, 4:00pmWeston Ranch Branch Library For teens ages 13-18, join us as we watch Blue Lock The Movie: Episode NAGI Crunchroll's summary: Japan’s desire for World Cup glory leads the Japanese Football Association to launch a new rigorous training program to find the national team’s next striker. Three hundred hig...read more
Teen Video Game Hour
4 pm Teen Video Game Hour Tuesday, Nov. 19, 4 pmTroke Branch Library Join us to play games like Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Mario Party Superstars.
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Games & More Makerspace (Ages 10+)
4:00pm Games & More Makerspace (Ages 10+) Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Ages 10+. Play and create games in addition to other hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities.A makerspace is collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. These spaces help provide access for learning critical skills in the fields of science, techn...read more
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Puppy & Kitten Diamond Painting (Age 10+)
4:00pm Puppy & Kitten Diamond Painting (Age 10+) Thursday, Nov. 21, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Age 10+. Diamond paint a cute puppy or kitten coaster.
Teen-Punch Needle Coaster
4:00 pm Teen-Punch Needle Coaster Thursday, Nov. 21, 4:00 pmEscalon Branch Library Teens, join us to learn a special type of textile art technique called Punch Needle Art with yarn to create a fun beginner project,a mushroom coaster. No experience required and all supplies will be provided for this free teen program. It might just become your new favorite hobby!
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Teen Game Day
12:00 pm Teen Game Day Saturday, Nov. 23, 12:00 pmThornton Branch Library Play Xbox/Playsation and board games!
Family Story Time
2 pm Family Story Time Saturday, Nov. 23, 2 pmTroke Branch Library Families, please join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs and fingerplays.
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Book Buddies
12:30pm Book Buddies Sunday, Nov. 24, 12:30pmTracy Branch Library Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills. If you are a high school student who would like to become a Book Buddies, please ask for a volunteer application at the library che...read more
Math Club
2:00pm Math Club Sunday, Nov. 24, 2:00pmTracy Branch Library For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Seashell Art Appreciation Gift (ages 13-19)
4:30PM Seashell Art Appreciation Gift (ages 13-19) Monday, Nov. 25, 4:30PMMountain House Branch Library It is the season of thankfulness, so what better way to celebrate than an appreciation gift? Let's make some beautiful seashell art for the special people in our lives. This program is REGISTRATION ONLY for teens age 13-19.
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Chavez MakerSpace Room
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Sewing Basics for Teens & Adults
4 - 5:30 PM Sewing Basics for Teens & Adults Tuesday, Nov. 26, 4 - 5:30 PMCesar Chavez Central Library The Cesar Chavez Central Library offers Sewing Basics class for TEENS & ADULTS 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...read more
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2 - 5 PMCesar Chavez Central Library 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 printers (MakerBot Replic...read more
Ferris Wheels & More Makerspace (Ages 10+)
4:00pm Ferris Wheels & More Makerspace (Ages 10+) Wednesday, Nov. 27, 4:00pmTracy Branch Library Ages 10+. Build your own mini ferris wheel in addition to other hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities.A makerspace is collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. These spaces help provide access for learning critical skills in the fields of sci...read more
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Teen Game Day
12:00 pm Teen Game Day Saturday, Nov. 30, 12:00 pmThornton Branch Library Play Xbox/Playsation and board games!
SAT or ACT Practice Test (Register)
1:00pm SAT or ACT Practice Test (Register) Saturday, Nov. 30, 1:00pmTracy Branch Library Grades 9-12. Take a official full-length, computer-based practice test for the SAT or ACT (essay not included). Students will need to create a free account at Collegeboard (for the SAT) or My ACT (for the ACT). The Collegeboard or My ACT account can be created on-site or at any time before arri...read more
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