LIBRARY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

Now all ages!* Read books to earn prizes during December and January! Pick up your reading log today.*Tracy Branch Library only.

Please join us for fun Kwanzaa crafts. All materials will be provided. 

Bring a friend or make new ones at our monthly bingo club

Make your own winter-themed pillow! No sewing skills required.

Build with Legos and more! 

Decorate some kick-butt ginger bread cookies!People with allergies, please use caution

Celebrate a holiday each month with the Library! 

Make special handmade gifts for loved ones for this 'giving' season! Discover the STEM/STEAM aspect of your creations!Ages 12-17.

Learn how Ancient Egyptians studied, experimented and developed the foundations of linguistics, chemistry, medicine, engineering, and astrology.  Learn more about them at /www.newmettlefarms.com.      Join us Sept. 24th at 4:00pm. 

Explore different cultures through food as we sample small bites from around the world. Experience a familiar flavor or discover something new and unexpected. Those with allergies, please use caution.

Please note that the CookBook Club is changing dates! We will now be meeting on the first Wednesday of every month!Love cooking and trying out different recipes? Want to share your favorite culinary masterpieces or family favorites while taste testing new concoctions? Join the Escalon Library CookBo...read more

Designed for our young patrons with special needs!

Create what ever your mind can imagine. All ages are welcome. 

Make a custom creation to keep or gift to someone special. 

Celebrate a holiday each month with the Library! This Month we will recognize Ugly Sock Day by making our own holiday footwear!

Come have fun constructing lego buildings, machines, and more at our Lego Building Fun Program.  This program is for 4 year olds and above.  We are still taking donations of Legos and Duplos so we can build bigger and better projects.  

Join us as we decorate tree bulbs to match the holiday season. Open to all ages. Supplies will be provided. 

For Ages 0-4. Created by Zumba® and BabyFirst, the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun!   Space is limited. 

Select Thursdays from 11:00 - 1:00 pmNeed help with a laptop, Tablet, or just looking for one-on-one assistance? Stop by and we can help clear things up.

Play a round of Mahjong with old and new friends! All levels welcome.

Children 18 and under can decorate a gingerbread house using frosting and candy on December 5th at 3:30PM.

Make your own custom culinary creation! 

Youngest recommended age is 8, due to complexity of project. Younger children are welcome, but they must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who can assist them. Easily stitch this felt gingerbread ornament! Includes everything you need and the pre-punched felt makes stitching easy with the included...read more

Enjoy a storytime with a real, live professional hockey player from the Stockton Heat!

Come and see the movie and design your own Nutcracker!*Limited supplies, sign up required. Ages 6 & up   

In this program, Stockton firefighters will provide fire saftey tips for the entire family. A firefighter will show up in full gear to show kids how  a firefighter looks like in case of a fire.

Bond with Baby while getting some socialization time.

Prepare yourself for cuddly, cuteness as cats take over the Weston Ranch Library.  Stop by and enjoy free coffee or tea and play with some adorable cats. All the cats at the event will come from the Delta Humane Society and will be available for adoption.

Teens only! Play video games and board games, watch teen movies.

Celebrate a holiday each month with the Library!  

Join us as we screen a movie in the library! Showtime will be at 4pm. Come early at 3:15pm for fun movie themed crafts. 

Make a gingerbread house out of a garden pot while munching on real gingerbread 

Make your own holiday countdown calendar to treat yourself with, gift, or enjoy with your family. Program is restricted to adult and teen patrons.

Make your own custom mug to keep or gift

Watch a classic film or new favorite every Saturday. Snacks will be provided. 

Learn how to craft catapults out of popsicle sticks and spoons to launch marshmallows across the room. 

Get ready for Hanukkah at the library!  Join us for story time & crafts to learn more about this holiday.  This free program is best suited for children ages 5-12.

For ages 14 and older.Learn about the volunteer opportunities at the Tracy Branch Library and get a volunteer application.

For Ages 0-4. Created by Zumba® and BabyFirst, the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun! Space is limited. Priority given to those who register in person, by phone (866-805-7323), or ...read more

Adults and Teens, join the Escalon Library as New Mettle Farms teaches us how to repurpose old books and turn them into charming gingerbread houses. 

Children will learn the basics of Acrylic painting from a local artist. Please arrive early since is limited to 10 children/session. You can choose from one of the following sessions: 4-5:30pm or 6-7:30pm.All materials will be provided free of charge.

Ding-dong, ding-dong! The bells are ringing with this Christmas music program presented by the San Joaquin Handbell Ringers. All ages welcome.

Learn how to make a scarf just in time for the holiday season!

Make a snowflake with thread and a child friendly needle

Join New Mettle Farms as we learn the art of making your own tea blends by tasting ingredients, discussing spice blends, healthful teas, and how to develop flavor for a designer blend of one's own.  For teens and adults.

Part magazine, part journal, and part art piece! Make your own, one of a kind creation and tell the story only you can!

It's time for our youngest to shine! This month, we will be building plush snowmen and celebrating the movie Frozen!

Join us to make a seasonal craft of Sewn Gingerbread Men and Women.  Youngest recommended age is 8, due to complexity of project. Younger children are welcome, but they must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who can assist them.Easily stitch this felt gingerbread ornament! Includes every...read more

For Grades 8-12. Volunteer an hour to make holiday and non-holiday cards for children to be distributed through the Cards for Hospitalized Kids charity. All materials provided. Staff will sign volunteer logs, if needed.For more information about Cards for Hospitlized Kids, visit http://www.card...read more

Come and make a festive wreath! *Adults only,15 spaces. 

Join the Escalon Library once again for our spectacular Winter Wonderland. 

Listen as the author discusses his new book, To Serve the People: My Life Organizing with Cesar Chavez and the Poor.  Learn about Leroy Chatfield’s lifelong journey towards equality for all and his commitment to the underserved. Admission is free, and all are welcome!

Enjoy Little Red Riding Hood? I bet you'll enjoy it even more with a Christmas spin. This program is wonderful for all ages. 

The Bubble Lady will be filling the library with bubbles! Everything from rainbow bubbles, dancing bubbles, acrobatic bubbles, spaceship bubbles, love bubbles, bubble haircuts, bubble brains, dragon and whale bubbles, universe bubbles and people in bubbles, to name a few.

Nikola Clay will entertain us with this multi-cultural, interactive music and dance program.  Guaranteed to get you out of your seat!

Learn the science behind man-made snow as we start a blizzard at Stribley!

If your child needs some help with their reading skills, we are happy to help!

Learn the basics of the Free Design Software Canva at the Cesar Chavez MakerSpace. Using Smartphones and Laptops participants will learn how to build basic design content using text and images for instagram and facebook posting.  Smartphones highly recommended but not necessary.  

Join us at the Lathrop Library for Puppet Art Theater's unique take on Little Red Riding Hood!

Stop by and get creative using your favorite colors!  Then you can decide if you want to gift it or put it on your tree.  This free program is just for kids!

For tweens & teens (ages 10 & up)--Learn about paper circuits and electricity while you make your own lighted greeting card with copper tape, LED mini lights & batteries which we will provide. Give your pretty & amazing creation to a special someone! This program will be held at the ...read more

For Ages 0-4. Created by Zumba® and BabyFirst, the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun! Space is limited. Please register at the circulation desk starting October 24, 2019. ...read more

Enjoy a cup of joe and a good read with your new chicken friend at the library. This event is free and open to the public. We extend an extra warm welcome to adults with disabilities to attend!

Join MH Library staff for a variety of crafts presented just for you and your little guy or girl.  Special preschooler and toddler crafts are happening  December 12, 2019 at 11:00am. 

Make your own mini Grinch tree. Space is limited; please register before event.

Come to the Troke Library for a little lunch music. On Thursday, December 12, a string ensemble will present The Sounds of Strings. Enjoy live chamber music and light lunch foods from 12:00-1:00pm.

Children ages 5 – 10  can join us on Thursday, December 12th at 3:30PM as we play Bingo and earn prizes!

Make a mess. Deconstruct. Play! 

Intermission Productions presents a live rendition of the classic Dr Seuss story, How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Includes a Meet & Greet with the Grinch and special apperances by other holiday characters.

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime while supporting your child's love of reading!

Teens and families,You are invited to this special workshop Natural Hand Scrubs and Care at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 4:30 PM. Participants will learn to make soothing lavender hand scrubs and also learn effective techniques for self-massage of the hands, arm...read more

Join us for a family friendly movie night!Showing: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Come and celebrate the Holiday season with us by decorating& eating cupcakes. You might have a chance to win a prize for the best decorated cupcake. This is a fun program. All materials will be provided free of charge. Please arrive early since suppply is limited.  The program is for a...read more

Need one-on-one assistance with a tech issue? 

All the goodies will be provided to make a delicious house that you can take home with you.

Decorate your own gingerbread house made out of small milk cartons using candy and other supplies. Register online here beginning Dec 1. 

Create a one of a kind ornament with this trendy abstract painting technique! All the supplies for this quick and customizable craft will be provided for, all you need to bring is your creativity!  Adults only, please.

Decorate the tree, enjoy some snacks, and make some winter themed crafts with the library!

If your child needs some help with their reading skills, we are happy to help! Program is limited by reading level.

Come and learn how to use E books and  Rosetta Stone.

Please welcome local author Margie Vieira introducing her third novel, Blind Focus.

Learn how to make your own penguin themed sweet treats! 

Make an ornament to decorate the tree or gift to someone special!

Start the new year off organized and ready for 2020! Make a calendar for yourself or to give as a gift this holiday season.

Come hear Rock and Roll music by local artist Frank Spikes.

For Adults. Create a wreath out of book pages. Space is limited. Priority will be given to those who register starting November 30, 2019.

  Join us to make your own customized button with California S.T.E.A.M.  This free program is for all ages!

Children will learn the basics of Acrylic painting from a local artist. Please arrive early since is limited to 10 children/session. You can choose from one of the following sessions: 1:30-3:00pm or 3:30-4:45pm.All materials will be provided free of charge.

Come make holiday decorations at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 1:30 PM. Supplies and light refreshment will be provided. Anyone age 10 and up is invited. A FREE public parking lot is located across the library at the corner of Oak and Center Street. 

Assemble and decorate your very own gingerbread cottage. All ages welcome.

Join us as we make and decorate Holiday trees with edible sweets. Open to all ages. Supplies will be provided. 

Make an ornament with the library!

For Adults. Filmed over nearly five years in twenty-five countries on five continents, and shot on seventy-millimetre film, Samsara transports us to the varied worlds of sacred grounds, disaster zones, industrial complexes, and natural wonders. Runtime: 1hr 42 min. Rated: PG-13

Listen as the author discusses his new book, To Serve the People: My Life Organizing with Cesar Chavez and the Poor.  Learn about LeRoy Chatfield’s lifelong journey towards equality for all and his commitment to the underserved.  Admission is free and all are welcome!

Make your own wreath with silk flowers 

Decorate your own action packed ornament!

Make a felt ornament or keychain with the help of Miss Margy.  Space is limited and registration is required.  Sign-up at the library.For children in grades 3 and up.

Join us and meet a Stockton Heat hockey player during thisspecial Story Time!.

Make your own custom scented scrub fit for a fairy queen

Read to a rescued chicken, duck, or whatever barnyard critter tags along

Join us to make a snowman seasonal craft and join in our impromptu snowball fight at the Mountain House Firehouse located at 911 S.Tradition St., Mountain House, CA   95391..   For 4 years and above.  

Put your decorating and architectural skills to the test in this Gingerbread House Contest.Teens (ages 12-18) can compete alone or in teams with up to 4 members to put together and decorate a gingerbread house for a prize on Tuesday, December 17th at 5:00PM.  All Supplies with be...read more

Decorate the tree, enjoy some snacks, and make some winter themed crafts with the library!

Enjoy this classic film at the Library!

Get in the holiday spirit with us at the library with some themed crafts and a card making area!

Read books, sing songs, and spend time with your future bookworm!

Join us for fun and exploration with colors, blocks, Duplos, magnets, sensory items,and more.   Let your child explore and learn while they make new friends.  It all happens December 19, 2019 at 11;00am.

Try your hand at this game of chance!

Play a round of Mahjong with old and new friends!

Did you know bats play a crucial role in insect control?  Would you like to learn more about these fascinating creatures?  Join us for an informative exploration of the mighty bat!

On Thursday, December 19th at 3:30 ages 6 and older can learn how to Salt Paint.

Enjoy some popcorn and a great flick at the Library! The Nightmare Before Christmas is rated PG.

Join us for a day of fun and excitement at the Maya Angelou Library!  Decorate your own holiday cookie and mini stocking.  

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime while supporting your child's love of reading!

Celebrate the season by watching some fun chemistry experiments such as defrosting the snowman or making snow. Fun family program.

Join us for lots of fun chatting and making two easy ornament designs from pretty seasonal scrapbooking papers. All materials will be provided. This program will be held at the Mountain House Fire Station located at 911 S. Tradition St., Mountain House, CA   95391.

Make a ornamental Holiday pomander using fancy ribbon and spices!  All materials supplied.

Make something beautiful while relaxing

Choose from 30 different languages to learn.

Read to a rescued chicken, duck, or whatever barnyard critter tags along

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime while supporting your child's love of reading!

In this Q&A-style class, beginners and intermediate users can get tech questions answered and help with their smart devices.  No registration needed.  Just bring your device and your questions.   

Make something beautiful while escaping the holiday stress

It's never too early to practice those STEM skills!

Stretch, relax, and get fit! No experience necessary!

For teens and adults. Learn the basics of needlepoint. All materials supplied. Space is limited. Priority is given to those who register in person, phone (866-805-7323), or online starting November 30, 2019. 

Children are invited to make cool jewelry. Please arrive early since space is limited to the first 20 paticipants. All materials will be provided free of charge. 

Create your own personalized mug using porcelain paint makers.  Mugs and markers will be provided while supplies last.  Don’t miss an opportunity to let your imagination run wild.  No registration required.

Special movie showing for adults looking to watch a new movie without the new movie price! Showing: A Christmas Story.

Kids will work in pairs as they construct the motorized LEGO® model of the day. They are encouraged to put on their engineering cap and “re-engineer” the model to make it bigger, stronger, faster, etc. They can also disassemble the model to create whatever their imaginations will let...read more

We'll be closed from December 24th - January 12th for light renovations and the holidays. See you next year!

Happy Holidays!

Practice your English skills in a welcoming environment!

Make something beautiful out of clay to take home

Enjoy Elf at the library! 

Enjoy a storytime and sweet snack at the library

Merry Christmas!

Need help with a laptop, Tablet, or just looking for one-on-one assistance? 

This week, we'll be making our own time capsules to open at the end of 2020!

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime while supporting your child's love of reading!

Get ready for Kwanzaa at the library!  Join us for story time & crafts to learn more about this holiday. This free program is best suited for children ages 5-12.

Bring a friend or make new ones at our monthly bingo club

Come over and get messy with an interactive craft! 

If your child needs some help with their reading skills, we are happy to help!

Its never too early to practice those STEM skills! 

Everything is awesome when you're building with LEGOs

Start the year off right! Envision the year ahead and start planning for a great 2020. 

3...2...1...BLAST OFF!! We’ll ignite imagination, fun, and learning as we experience space vacuums, principles of flight, and even astronaut training! 

Youth of all skill levels are welcome to learn and play chess every Monday from 5:30 to 6:30 in the Chavez Children's Program Room. Join us for some fun and challenge your friends to a game. 

All ages welcome for some fun and games!

Share your thoughts on "The hate u Give" by Angie Thomas

Come over and get messy with an interactive craft!