LIBRARY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! New users at the Tracy Branch will receive a small gift when they sign up for a library card (while supplies last).

 

It's gonna be TEA-licious!

Make a custom mug for yourself or a friend

Come practice your reading skills with a friend from Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary!

Celebrate a holiday each month with the Library!

Make jewelry or a small sculpture using 'steampunk' gears, charms and more!Ages 12-17 

Whats better than one Pikachu? PikaTWO!

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

Join us in making bath bombs to make your bath more fun! We'll provide all the supplies, including a variety of colors and scents.Younger children should be accompanied by a parent to help.

K-6 graders, do you need some help with your homework?Teen and adult volunteers will provide drop-in homework assistance to you on Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 pm starting Sept. 4, 2019 in the Children's Program Room. Please note: This program will not run on library closed days or when SUSD s...read more

Come have fun constructing lego buildings, machines, and more at our Lego Building Fun Program at the Mountain House Firehouse room.  This program is for 4 year olds and above.  

Join us as we make an apple theme gift for your favorite teacher. Open to all ages. Supplies will be provided. 

Makerspace Hour happens monthly, on the first Wednesday afternoon. This program offers S.T.E.A.M. activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) in an informal learning environment.

K-6 graders, do you need some help with your homework?Teen and adult volunteers will provide drop-in homework assistance to you on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 pm starting Sept. 4, 2019 in the Children's Program Room. Please note: This program will not run on library closed days or...read more

Come join us for a special Firefighter Storytime for preschoolers and their parents/caregivers.  These will features stories, songs, fingerplays, fire safety tips and a short tour of the firehouse.  Each storytime will last approximately 45 minutes.  Please only attend one o...read more

Love to play bingo?  Like to win free stuff?  Then join us and do both at our monthly bingo!  There will be prizes and books to win.  Come and have fun and meet new people.  This program is free and open to all adults.

For Ages 2-5. This lesson starts with a reading circle introducing shells and the animals that used to be inside them. Each child then gets a collection of shells and a hand lens.  They spend some time inspecting the shells, sorting them, exploring them, etc.  Then each child can...read more

Come join us for a special Firefighter Storytime for preschoolers and their parents/caregivers.  These will features stories, songs, fingerplays, fire safety tips and a short tour of the firehouse.  Each storytime will last approximately 45 minutes.  Please only attend one o...read more

Make your own custom culinary creation!

All ages. See over 30 animals which includes snakes (both large and small), a great variety of lizards, turtles, tortoises, frogs, spiders, scorpions and yes, we even bring the hissing cockroach! For an hour you will have a hands on experience that is both educational and fun.

What will you create out of the materials provided? Every challenge class has something new and exciting to explore!All material provided.

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

Expert gardener Melanie Garrity will talk about incorporating native plants into our gardens.

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

All About Baby is a half-hour program packed with baby-appropriate developmental FUN which includes fingerplays, storytime,sharing boardbooks and simple musical engagement. Emphasis is on rhythm, rhyme and sensory connections, but most of all on having a joyful time with others!  Parent/caregiv...read more

Try out different musical instruments.

Everyone is invited to sit down, take a break, and make art for FREE! Art Break Day is a global art initiative created by Art is Moving to make art more accessible and inspire daily art making.                  ...read more

Celebrate a holiday each month with the Library!

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

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. 

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.     

Get a crash course in marbling with paint at the library!

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

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 August 17, 2019. 

Learn how the Ancient Egyptians used their observations of the natural world to contribute to modern science and language. Program includes a take-home personalized papyrus bookmark. Designed for 5th-8th grade children.

The purpose of Advance Care Planning is to educate adults in the importance of planning how we are cared for in all the seasons of our lives. This workshop will be presented by San Joaquin Coalition for Compassionate Care on Saturday, September 7th at 2:00pm. The Coalition's mission is to promot...read more

K-6 graders, need some help with your homework?Teen and adult volunteers will provide drop-in homework assistance to you on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 pm starting Sept. 2, 2019 in the Children's Program Room. Please note: This program will not run on library closed days or when S...read more

Join us the 2nd Monday of every month for Jewelry Club.  Make earrings, necklaces, or bracelets!  Some materials will be supplied but you are welcome to bring your own.  No registration required. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

No way crochet! 

Make your own scented putty!

Print making possibilities for kids taught by Librarian Melinda Kopp.  Sign-ups are required for this program.

It's time for our youngest to shine!  

For Grades 8-12. Start your own garden with a starter kit! Pick from a variety of seeds to plant in a 4” pot with waterproof lined trays (so they’re perfect for, and won't damage your windowsill). The starter kit is recyclable and biodegradable, easy to use, and easy to maintain and ...read more

Visit representatives from various colleges and trade schools in the area - find out about programs at each, and plan your future!Colleges represented at the event:  Delta College; University of the Pacific; Humphreys University; CSU-Stanislaus; UEI College; and Career Online HIgh School. 

Paint & decorate magnets that you can hang in your locker or room!  This free program is for tweens & teens ages 11-17.

Designed for our young patrons with special needs!

Just keep swimming! 

We will be coloring 3-D Fall Gardens!  Open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression.  We offer a variety of color books and coloring supplies, but you are welcome to bring your own! 

Join us for coffee & coloring every 2nd Thursday of each month.  The library will provide coloring pages and materials. We will brewco­ffee and play some soothing music while you color. You are also welcome to bring your own coloring materials.  This free program is for adults only...read more

Come over and make your own upcycled planter and plant some herbs you can cook with at home.

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. Build and color your own wooden Pteranodon, Mammoth, Triceratops, or T-Rex. All materials provided. First come, first serve.

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime!

Enter the Mad Science lab and learn about chemistry while seeing amazing experiments in action. Great family program. 

Come enjoy a game of Loteria and make a unique candle to take home!All materials supplied for this adult art program

All About Baby is a half-hour program packed with baby-appropriate developmental FUN which includes fingerplays, storytime,sharing boardbooks and simple musical engagement. Emphasis is on rhythm, rhyme and sensory connections, but most of all on having a joyful time with others!  Parent/caregiv...read more

Come join the fun, beginners learn how to crochet or if already experienced, you can bring your own project to work on!Needles and yarn available for beginners to practice with.

Celebrate your freedom of expression and make your mark! We'll start the fun with a reading of The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds and then  explore ways of making art with dots. This program will be held at Mountain House Fire Station, located at 911 S. Tradition St., Mountain House, CA  &nb...read more

If you're not afraid of getting your hands a bit dirty, come join us for a special indoor gardening program at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Friday, September 13 at 3:30 PM. Participants will learn how to plant and take care of an indoor terrarium. Books about planting terrarium are availa...read more

It's time to get prehistoric! 

Paint & decorate your own wooden fall themed sign any way you like it!  Perfect addition to your autumn themed wreath.  This program is free and just for adults!

For 9th to 12th graders. Participants will take a full-length computerized practice test (SAT or ACT), receive their score, and suggested study areas. The test takes approximately 4 hours. Bring a pencil and a calculator.Space is limited. Priority is given to those who register in person, by ph...read more

Come over and transform a terracotta pot into an apple or pumpkin!

Arts and crafts instructor Victoria Davila will help you create a beautiful three dimensional framed paper butterfly.Sign-ups are required for this program.

The Art of Designing Teas is an opportunity to learn to customize your own tea blends or infusions.

Get ready to bug out at the Library!

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

Local dance company, Maria Valdovinos' Ballet Folklorico Raíces Mexicanas (Roots of Mexico), will perform traditional dances from various regions in Mexico. All are welcome to attend this high-energy show!

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

In celebration of Mexico's Dia de Independencia, the Troke Library will host Cascada de Flores on Monday, September 16. This guitar and vocal duet brings the nostalgic song and traditions of Mexico into simple and beautiful arrangements. Cascada de Flores honors traditions while building multicu...read more

Come join the discussion! Our selection for October is A Man Called Ove, by Fredrik Backman.Ove is a curmudgeon, the kind of man who points at people he dislikes as if they were burglars caught outside his bedroom window. He has staunch principles, strict routines, and a short fuse. People call him ...read more

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

It's gonna be TOTE-ally awesome! 

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

Drop-in tech help once a month. It's not necessary, but click the register button and tell us about your problem. You can also call 209-937-8221 and ask to speak with Ripon staff regarding Tech Time Tuesday; or, come by the library to drop off your issue beforehand. This way we can get you a tar...read more

For Grades 8-12. Create a beautiful paper quilled design with the ease of an adhesive surface and no glue. Pick from 3 designs to quill (circle, flower or heart). All materials supplied while they last. Priority given to those who register starting August 27, 2019.

Join us for a second fun day of Dot Art! Learn more about colors in art by blending paints to make your own glorious dot to take home. Then, make another to hang in the library as part of a bigger dot creation. Yes, make your mark @ your library! This program will be held at the Mountain House Fire ...read more

Baths are the bomb! Join us for another round of making bath bombs, now with more options for aroma!All materials will be provided.This event will be taking place in the teen center.

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

Want to see a magic trick? Ala-SHAZAM! *movie appears*

Join MH Library staff at the Mountain House Firehouse to explore the world of the crime scene investigations (CSI).  Learn about fingerprints, shoeprints, facial recognition and more.   It's all happening September 18, 2019 at 4:00pm.

Come join us as we make and paint a seashell collage to send off the summer season. Open to all ages. Supplies will be provided. 

Join us for a relaxing hour of puzzles and board games for all ages.

Lawyers in the Library is a free public legal clinic presented by the San Joaquin County Bar Association. Licensed, practicing attorneys (who are in good standing with the State Bar of California and members of the San Joaquin County Bar Association) volunteer their time in order to briefly assess a...read more

Lotería is similar to Bingo, but uses images on a  deck of cards instead of plain numbers. Learn the meaning of popular Spanish phrases and words, all while competing for fun prizes!Lotería es similar al Bingo, pero usa imágenes en una cubierta de naipes en vez de nú...read more

Enjoy some popcorn and a great flick at the Library!

Ahoy, me hearties! Weight anchor and set sail for the library to join our pirate fun as we celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19th at 3:30PM. Come swab the deck, make a craft, and have a Jolly Roger good time. You may even have to walk the plank! Costumes encouraged but not requ...read more

All Ages. STORY - SONG - DANCE“The Tree & the Donkey Who Loved to Sing” is a bilingual and participatory story exploding with the song, ancient musical instruments, poly-rhythms and sweet characters of Mexican music and dance. In this bilingual family program, you will meet the ...read more

FREE Workshops with Fair Oaks Community students making their drawing come to life by creating flip book animations. The workshops for kids ages 7-18 at the Fair Oaks library, are scheduled for September 19 and 26 from 4-5:30 pm call 209-937-8221 to sign up. The workshop at Stribley Center for teens...read more

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime!

Join us for a family friendly movie night!

Monthly meeting of the San Joaquin Genealogical Society.

Choose from 30 different languages to learn.

Tweens and Teens,Express your feeling with Emoji Drawing at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Friday, September 20, 2019 at 3:30 PM. Supplies and tools will be provided. Anyone age 10 or older is invited to participate. Sign up is not required. This FREE program is sponsored by the Friends of the ...read more

Play a round of Mahjong with old and new friends!

Come out of the coop and read a story with us!

For Adults. Speak with a representative from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on: Processing times and case status How to petition relatives How to apply for permanent residency How to apply for citizenship and obtain free study materials Get information on other immigration benefitsA...read more

When one door closes, another one opens... to the Library!

Take a practice exam for the SAT or ACT. Bring your library card, a laptop or your tablet, or use one of ours.

For Adults. Tissue craft. All materials supplied.

Make papel picado from colorful tissue. Explore this fun Mexican folk art.  String several together and decorate your next celebration!All ages welcome! 

Stretch, relax, and get fit!

Award-winning circus comedians, Coventry & Kaluza, bring a variety of skills and thrills to their show, such as juggling, hula hooping, music, and plenty of ridiculousness. Fun for children of all ages!

Musician Onye Onyemaechi uses captivating music, native dress and instruments to engage the audience in African drumming and stories. The Drum is the Voice of the Village. Enjoy this program at Troke Library on Monday, September 23rd at 6pm. All ages are welcome.

Practice your English skills!

Make something beautiful out of clay to take home

Come over and get messy with an interactive craft! 

For Grades 8-12. Teenagers with cystic fibrosis fall in love despite not being able to get too close to each other. Snacks provided. Run Time: 116 minutes. Rated: PG-13

Level up your crafting skill with us and learn how to make your own small Super Mario-themed plushies out of felt. Try making Mario or his trusty dino-companion Yoshi. Recommended for ages 6 and up. 

The Cesar Chavez Central Library offers Sewing Basics class for teens and adults every 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each month 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 bobbi...read more

Make something special for your closest friend!

Join us & choose 1 of 3 different Henna designs offered, from the talented artist of henNAVation!  All ages are welcome, but be prepared to sit still for a bit.  Please sign up online, by phone, or in person.   

Love to play bingo?  Like to win free stuff?  Then join us and do both at our monthly bingo!  There will be prizes to win.  Have fun here and meet new people.  This program is free and open to all.

A marvelous Mexican musical experience.The trio sings and plays a wide varietyof regional Mexican musics. 

Make a unique bath bomb all your own! 

All Ages. Snacks Provided. The world of Pokémon comes to life! The first-ever live-action Pokémon adventure, “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu” stars Ryan Reynolds as Pikachu, the iconic face of the global Pokémon phenomenon—one of the world’s most popula...read more

Explore the wonderful world of seeds and plants through hands-on activities. Caregivers come with your children to cultivate a love of gardening and an appreciation for the environment. Presented by Patty Lovato of the Stockton-San Joaquin County Seed Lending Library. Fun for age...read more

Enjoy some books, songs, and playtime!

Children can paint a bird house to take home. Space is limited to first 25 participants. Please arrive early. All supplies will be provided. 

Please join us to make some fun-to-wear bangles with various colorful papers & decoupage techniques. Your finished creation will even be weather resistant--just in case you decide to go dancing in the rain! This program will be held at the Mountain House Fire Station located at 911 S. Tradition ...read more

Come over and get messy with an interactive craft! 

Relax and recharge at the library.

"WAKANDA movie are we watching tonight?""The Black Panther movie!"

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.     

Learn all about the life cycle of a silkworm turned butterfly, including their silk-spinning process.

Try your hand at decorating some custom Glassware

Watch Aladdin with popcorn and snacks at Linden Library on September 28th!

Come join us at Weston Ranch for a spot of tea and delicious treats at a tea party fit for a Crawley.Celebrate the release of the new Downton Abbey movie and discuss your favorite characters and drama.Don your fancy hat and costume if you wish and join us for a fanciful afternoon on September 28th&n...read more

Ohana Martial Arts presents techniques for children with positive, practical, and effective ways to think, move, and speak to stay safe in challenging personal safety situations. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water. This free program is for children 6-17 years old. 

Children will learn how to sew a button or hem a pants. All materials will be provided free of charge. Space is limited to the first 20 participants. Please arrive early.

Come to the English Conversation Club to practice your English skills in a fun and low-key setting. This is a free program, and all English-learners are welcome.The program will return from summer break on September 30, 2019. 

Special STEAM Monday presenter: Bricks4Kidz! Learn about STEAM concepts with Legos!Limit 20, ages 6 and up

Make Origami by using " Dia de los Muertos" Theme origami paper. All materials will be provided free of charge.

For Adults. Snacks priovided. Hip-hop artist Pras Michel poses as a homeless man and lives on the streets of L.A. for nine days. Directed by Niva Dorell, Marshall Tyler and Ross Clarke. Run Time: 96 minutes. Rated: R