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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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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, May. 1, 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
Mad Hatter Tea Party
3:30 PM
 Mad Hatter Tea Party
Wednesday, May 1, 3:30 PMMad Hatter Tea Party
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Families are invited to join us down the rabbit hole for a real tea party straight out of Wonderland. There will be treats and hijinks, and perhaps an unbirthday party! Don’t be late for this very important date. First come, first served as space and supplies are limited.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, May. 2, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Braided Ribbon Leis
4pm
 Braided Ribbon Leis
Thursday, May 2, 4pmBraided Ribbon Leis
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Graduation season is upon us!! Save your money by learning how to make braided ribbon leis for the graduates in your life. This program is open to teens and adults. All supplies will be provided.
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, May. 2, 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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Soul Box Project Workshop
1pm-2pm
 Soul Box Project Workshop
Saturday, May 4, 1pm-2pm
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Commemorate a victim - killed (including suicide), injured, or otherwise impacted (lost a friend, traumatized by events) - by folding an origami Soul Box in their memory. Boxes will be displayed together to remind the community of the scope of gun violence damage in our community. Victim names and s...read more
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Resume Builder
4pm - 4:45pm
 Resume Builder
Monday, May. 6, 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, May. 7, 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, May 7, 10:30am - 12:30pmChavez Book Club for
Cesar Chavez Central Library
"For readers of Lilac Girls and The Nightingale comes an internationally bestselling World War II novel that spans generations, crosses oceans, and proves just how much two young women are willing to sacrifice for love and family." (Publishers Blurb)Join the Discussion,...read more
Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, May. 7, 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, May. 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
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, May. 8, 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! Needlecraft basics for kids
4:00 PM
Sew Fun! Needlecraft basics for kids
Wednesday, May 8, 4:00 PM
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 Your Own Jewelry - for Mother’s Day
4:30 - 5:30 PM
Bead Your Own Jewelry - for Mother’s Day
Wednesday, May 8, 4:30 - 5:30 PMBead Your Own Jewelr
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens & Adults,Come bead a pair of earrings for Mother's Day at the Cesar Chavez Library on Wednesday, May 8 at 4:30 PM. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Anyone ages 12 and older is invited to participate in the program. Registration is not required.&nbs...read more
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, May. 9, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, May. 9, 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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Crochet 101
4-5 p.m.
 Crochet 101
Monday, May. 13, 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, May. 13, 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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Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, May. 14, 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, May. 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
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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, May. 15, 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
Add an Applique on a Tote Bag
4:30 - 5:30 PM
 Add an Applique on a Tote Bag
Wednesday, May 15, 4:30 - 5:30 PMAdd an Applique on a
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Teens & Adults,Come learn to add an applique to a tote bage at the Cesar Chavez Library on Wednesday, May 15 at 4:30 PM. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Anyone ages 13 and older is invited to participate in the program. Registration is not required. A ...read more
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Preschool Storytime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, May. 16, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Retirement Planning Workshop (Asset Accumulation) with Ariel Lee
2 PM
Retirement Planning Workshop (Asset Accumulation) with Ariel Lee
Thursday, May 16, 2 PMRetirement Planning
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Come join our FREE Retirement Planning (Asset Accumulation) Workshop with the Financial Educator Ariel Lee at the Cesar Chavez Library on Thursday, May 16 at 2 PM. Adults are invited to attend the workshop. Registration is not required. A FREE public parking lot is located at Oak and Center Str...read more
Gift Explosion Box
4 PM
 Gift Explosion Box
Thursday, May 16, 4 PMGift Explosion Box
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Looking for a perfect gift? Then join us as we learn to make an explosion box filled with candies and personalized memories. Open to Teens and up. All supplies will be provided. It's first come, first serve as supplies are limited.
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, May. 16, 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 Movie: "Wonka"
2:00 PM
 Family Movie: "Wonka"
Saturday, May 18, 2:00 PMFamily Movie: Wonka
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us for a showing of the 2023 film Wonka, starring Timothee Chalamet as the title charachter made famous in the Roald Dahl Classic "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". This film is rated PG. Free snacks will be provided. 
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Monday Matinee- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
2:00 PM
Monday Matinee- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Monday, May 20, 2:00 PM
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Join us for a screening of the 2022 Marvel film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. This film is rated PG-13, and there will be free snacks available. All are welcome!
Resume Builder
4pm - 4:45pm
 Resume Builder
Monday, May. 20, 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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Preschool Playtime
10:30 a.m.
 Preschool Playtime
Tuesday, May. 21, 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, May. 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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Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, May. 22, 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, May. 23, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Anime Club: One Piece Lightbox
4pm
 Anime Club: One Piece Lightbox
Thursday, May 23, 4pmAnime Club: One Piec
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Are you a fan of the anime "One Piece"? Then join us as we make a light and shadow paper-cut lightbox celebrating the anime. This program is open to all Teens and up. All supplies will be provided. First come, first serve as supplies are limited. 
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, May. 23, 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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Resume Builder
4pm - 4:45pm
 Resume Builder
Monday, May. 27, 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, May. 28, 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, May. 28, 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, May. 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
LEGO Club
4:00 PM
 LEGO Club
Tuesday, May. 28, 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, May. 28, 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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Tween Book Club
 Tween Book Club
Wednesday, May 29, Tween Book Club
Cesar Chavez Central Library
The book we will discuss is "The Land of Forgotten Girls" by Jessica Milner. I invite kids agess 9-13 to come have snacks and make new friends. 
Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
2 - 5 PM
 Chavez MakerSpace Room Hours
Wednesday, May. 29, 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, May. 30, 10:30 a.m.Preschool Storytime
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.  
Pesto with Edible Schoolyard
4 PM
 Pesto with Edible Schoolyard
Thursday, May 30, 4 PMPesto with Edible Sc
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Want to add to your recipe collection? Then join Edible Schoolyard as they demo how to make pesto using carrot tops. All ages are welcome to attend. All supplies will be provided.The Edible Schoolyard Project in Stockton supports community health and wellbeing by providing access to food, land, and ...read more
English Conversation Club
4:00 pm
 English Conversation Club
Thursday, May. 30, 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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