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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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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Art for Little Hands - Heart Banner
11:00 a.m.
Art for Little Hands - Heart Banner
Thursday, Feb. 1, 11:00 a.m.
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us with your littles ages 1-5 and create a heart banner using watercolors. First come first served as supplies and space are limited.
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, Feb. 1, 4:00 pm
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment! Improve your fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios!
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Family Game Day
2:00 PM
 Family Game Day
Saturday, Feb. 3Family Game Day
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us for an afternoon of classic board games for all ages! Free snacks will be provided.
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Crochet 101
4-5 p.m.
 Crochet 101
Monday, Feb. 5, 4-5 p.m.
(Mondays, Feb 5, Mar 11, May 13, 4-5 p.m.)

Cesar Chavez Central Library
Learn some crochet basics and get started on crafting with yarn and a crochet hook. You will learn how to make a slip knot, how to start a chain stitch, and how to do a single crochet stitch. More experienced crocheters are welcome to sit with us and crochet. Supplies are provided, but you can bring...read more
Resume Builder
4pm - 4:45pm
 Resume Builder
Monday, Feb. 5, 4pm - 4:45pmResume Builder
Cesar Chavez Central Library
In Resume Builder you will be given a short work history interview where we will go over your jobs held, duties conducted, skills and awards obtained as well as any training and schools attended. From there we will build your resume from scratch or enhance an existing resume. If you already have a r...read more
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Family History Helpers
10:30am-Noon
 Family History Helpers
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10:30am-Noon
(First and Last Tuesday of Each Month)
Family History Helpe
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Genealogical Help, First and Last Tuesday of Each Month 
Chavez Book Club for Adults
10:30am - 12:30pm
 Chavez Book Club for Adults
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10:30am - 12:30pmChavez Book Club for
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Everything I Never Told You is both a gripping page-turner and a sensitive family portrait, exploring the divisions between cultures and the rifts within a family, and uncovering the ways in which mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, and husbands and wives struggle, all their lives, to understan...read more

Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Playtime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
When kids play, anything's possible!ImaginationProblem solvingCreativitySelf-esteemCommunication 
Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
Sew Fun!
4:00 PM
 Sew Fun!
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 4:00 PMSew Fun!
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Kids who are interested in learning how to do crochet, knitting or cross-stitch are invited to drop-in for individual or small group beginner instruction. No "projects" will be completed at these sessions. We will be learning and practicing the basics upon which kids can slowly build their...read more
Bead a Heart-Shaped Pendant
4:30 - 5:30 PM
 Bead a Heart-Shaped Pendant
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 4:30 - 5:30 PMBead a Heart-Shaped
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens & Adults,Join us to make a beaded heart-shaped pendant at the Cesar Chavez Library on Wednesday, February 7 at 4:30 PM. Registration is not required. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to participated.A FREE public parkin...read more
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 8, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Dragon Eggs
3:30 PM
 Dragon Eggs
Thursday, Feb. 8, 3:30 PMDragon Eggs
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Happy Lunar New Year!! Celebrate the year of the Dragon by making Dragon eggs. All supplies will be provided. This program is for Teens and up.
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, Feb. 8, 4:00 pm
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment! Improve your fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios!
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Bullet Journals
1 PM
 Bullet Journals
Saturday, Feb. 10, 1 PMBullet Journals
Cesar Chavez Central Library
16 and up.Have you ever wanted to try your hand at Bullet Journals but didn't know where to start? Join us as we explore the art of Bullet Journaling. This program is open to all 16 years old and up. Supplies and refreshments will be provided.  
Make a Valentine’s Day Gift
3:30pm
Make a Valentine’s Day Gift
Saturday, Feb. 10, 3:30pmMake a Valentine&rsq
Cesar Chavez Central Library
We will be making bookmarks and bracelets to gift to your special someone. Saturday February, 10th, 2024. Starting at 3:30pm.
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HOLIDAY- LIBRARY CLOSED
 HOLIDAY- LIBRARY CLOSED
Monday, Feb. 12,
Cesar Chavez Central Library
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Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Playtime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
When kids play, anything's possible!ImaginationProblem solvingCreativitySelf-esteemCommunication 
Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
Paper Fortune Cookies
4 PM
 Paper Fortune Cookies
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 4 PMPaper Fortune Cookie
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us as we learn to make fortune cookies out of decorative papers. These cookies make for a fun gift for any occasions. All supplies will be provided. This program is open to all Teens and up.
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
Love Stinks: Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
4 p.m.-5 p.m.
Love Stinks: Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
Wednesday, Feb. 14, 4 p.m.-5 p.m.Love Stinks: Anti-Va
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Break some hearts this anti-Valentine’s Day and show cupid who’s boss with some games, button pin-making, cookie decorating and more! Meant for Teens and Adults. First come, first served. Supplies are limited.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 15, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Art for Little Hands - Icicle Paintings
11:00 a.m.
Art for Little Hands - Icicle Paintings
Thursday, Feb. 15, 11:00 a.m.
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Bring your littles ages 1-5 and create icicle drip paintings. First come first served as space and supplies are limited.
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, Feb. 15, 4:00 pm
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment! Improve your fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios!
Make a Shamrock Plushie
4:30 - 5:30 pm
 Make a Shamrock Plushie
Thursday, Feb. 15, 4:30 - 5:30 pmMake a Shamrock Plus
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us to make a shamrock plushie at the Cesar Chavez Library on Wednesday, February 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Registration is not required. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Anyone ages 10 and up is invited to participate.A FREE public parking lot is located acr...read more
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Adult Bingo
9:30 AM
 Adult Bingo
Friday, Feb. 16, 9:30 AMAdult Bingo
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Ready to win some prizes? Then join us for a relaxing hour of Bingo. This program is for Adults and up. All supplies will be provided.
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HOLIDAY- LIBRARY CLOSED
 HOLIDAY- LIBRARY CLOSED
Monday, Feb. 19,
Cesar Chavez Central Library
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Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, Feb. 20, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Playtime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
When kids play, anything's possible!ImaginationProblem solvingCreativitySelf-esteemCommunication 
Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 22, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Tween Scene - Decorate a Cupcake
3:30 p.m.
Tween Scene - Decorate a Cupcake
Thursday, Feb. 22, 3:30 p.m.
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us and design your own cupcake.  First come, first served as space and supplies are limited.  Recommended ages 9-12.
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, Feb. 22, 4:00 pm
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment! Improve your fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios!
Anime Club: Soot Sprite Pompoms
4 PM
 Anime Club: Soot Sprite Pompoms
Thursday, Feb. 22, 4 PMAnime Club: Soot Spr
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and up.Do you like anime? Then join us for Anime Club! We will be making Soot Sprite pompoms as we watch our favorite animes. Snacks will be provided. This program is for teens and up. 
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Family Movie: Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret.
2:00 PM
Family Movie: Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret.
Saturday, Feb. 24, 2:00 PMFamily Movie: Are Yo
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Families are invited to a screening of the 2023 film adaptation of the Judy Blume classic, Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret. This film is rated PG-13. Free snacks will be provided.
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Monday Matinee: The Woman King **CANCELED**
2:00 PM
Monday Matinee: The Woman King **CANCELED**
Monday, Feb. 26, 2:00 PMMonday Matinee: The
Cesar Chavez Central Library
**CANCELED DUE TO STAFFING SHORTAGE**In the late eighteenth century, the Kingdom of Dahomey flourished as one of Africa's most powerful states. Yet as European merchants encroach, seeking riches at the expense of its people, warrior Nanisca takes a stand to uphold her peoples' freedom. Inspi...read more
Resume Builder
4pm - 4:45pm
 Resume Builder
Monday, Feb. 26, 4pm - 4:45pmResume Builder
Cesar Chavez Central Library
In Resume Builder you will be given a short work history interview where we will go over your jobs held, duties conducted, skills and awards obtained as well as any training and schools attended. From there we will build your resume from scratch or enhance an existing resume. If you already have a r...read more

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Family History Helpers
10:30am-Noon
 Family History Helpers
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 10:30am-Noon
(First and Last Tuesday of Each Month)
Family History Helpe
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Genealogical Help, First and Last Tuesday of Each Month 
Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Playtime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
When kids play, anything's possible!ImaginationProblem solvingCreativitySelf-esteemCommunication 
Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
LEGO Club
4:00 PM
 LEGO Club
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 4:00 PMLEGO Club
Cesar Chavez Central Library
We bring the bricks.You bring the imagination!Join us on the 4th Tuesday of every month for LEGO Club. For families with children of all ages.**Please note that LEGO Club will be meeting at 4:00 PM beginning in January 2024** 
Sewing Basics for Teens and Adults
4 - 5:30 PM
Sewing Basics for Teens and Adults
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 4 - 5:30 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
The Cesar Chavez Central Library offers Sewing Basics class for TEENS and 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 bobbin,and sewin...read more
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2 - 5 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens and Adults,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 like 3D printers (Maker...read more
Hungry Human Hippos
4 PM
 Hungry Human Hippos
Wednesday, Feb. 28, 4 PMHungry Human Hippos
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us as we turn the classic board game Hungry Hungry Hippos into a real Hungry Human Hippos game. Get ready to become Hungry Hippos in search of food. For Teens and up. All supplies will be provided. Please wear comfortable clothes as the game may get physical. 
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 29, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Tween Book Club
4pm
 Tween Book Club
Thursday, Feb. 29, 4pmTween Book Club
Cesar Chavez Central Library
The book we will read: Wonder by R.J. PalacioWe will have pizza, snacks, and lots of fun.A quick overview of the book:August (Auggie) Pullman was born with a facial deformity that prevented him from going to a mainstream school - until now. He's about to start 5th grade at Beecher Prep, and if y...read more
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, Feb. 29, 4:00 pm
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join our English conversation club and practice your English skills in a safe and fun environment! Improve your fluency, learn common phrases and words, learn different greetings and practice responding to real-life scenarios!
  
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