Events and Classes
Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Stanislaus County Library. All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
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Turlock Story Time
10 am Turlock Story Time Thursday, Oct. 8, 10 amTurlock Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! (30 minutes)
Waterford Story Time
10 am Waterford Story Time Thursday, Oct. 8, 10 amWaterford Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Story Time
10 am Salida Story Time Thursday, Oct. 8, 10 amSalida Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Oakdale Wiggle Worms Thursday, Oct. 8, 10:30 amOakdale Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Turlock Story Time
11 am Turlock Story Time Thursday, Oct. 8, 11 amTurlock Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! (30 minutes)
Pumpkin Painting
3 pm Pumpkin Painting Thursday, Oct. 8, 3 pmWaterford Library Families will get a small pumpkin to decorate however they would like! Materials will be provided while supplies last. Dress to make a mess! This program is designed for children ages 8 and younger, but all ages are welcome! Children under 4 must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardia...read more
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Patterson Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Patterson Wiggle Worms Monday, Oct. 12, 10:30 amPatterson Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
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Denair Story Time
10 am Denair Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10 amDenair Library Story Time features books, stories, finger-plays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Turlock Wiggle Worms
10 am Turlock Wiggle Worms Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10 amTurlock Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Ceres Story Time
10:30 am Ceres Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 amCeres Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Patterson Story Time
11 am Patterson Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 13, 11 amPatterson Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Riverbank Story Time
11 am Riverbank Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 13, 11 amRiverbank Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.Story Time is held every other Tuesday.
Turlock Wiggle Worms
11 am Turlock Wiggle Worms Tuesday, Oct. 13, 11 amTurlock Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Pumpkin and Sugar Skull Painting
4 pm Pumpkin and Sugar Skull Painting Tuesday, Oct. 13, 4 pmHughson Library Come celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos by painting your own festive creations!
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Salida Wiggle Worms
10 am Salida Wiggle Worms Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10 amSalida Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Hughson Story Time
10 am Hughson Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10 amHughson Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Story Time
10:30 am Oakdale Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10:30 amOakdale Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Newman Story Time
10-10:30 am Newman Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10-10:30 amNewman Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Wiggle Worms
11 am Salida Wiggle Worms Wednesday, Oct. 14, 11 am Salida Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Empire Story Time
11 - 11:30 am Empire Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 14, 11 - 11:30 amEmpire Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Turlock Story Time
10 am Turlock Story Time Thursday, Oct. 15, 10 amTurlock Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! (30 minutes)
Waterford Story Time
10 am Waterford Story Time Thursday, Oct. 15, 10 amWaterford Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Story Time
10 am Salida Story Time Thursday, Oct. 15, 10 amSalida Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Oakdale Wiggle Worms Thursday, Oct. 15, 10:30 amOakdale Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Turlock Story Time
11 am Turlock Story Time Thursday, Oct. 15, 11 amTurlock Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! (30 minutes)
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Garden Whimsy
3:30 pm Garden Whimsy Saturday, Oct. 17, 3:30 pmHughson Library Stick around after the Master Gardener's presentation to make a whimsical creation for your garden using clay and trinkets.
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Patterson Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Patterson Wiggle Worms Monday, Oct. 19, 10:30 amPatterson Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Pumpkin Painting
3 pm Pumpkin Painting Monday, Oct. 19, 3 pmOakdale Library Pick your perfect pumpkin for painting and decorating! Space and supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Trading Card Games @ Patterson Library
3:30 pm Trading Card Games @ Patterson Library Monday, Oct. 19, 3:30 pmPatterson Library Bring your friends for some casual trading card game fun! All skill levels welcome. Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon materials will be available while supplies last. There will also be a variety of board games available.All ages welcome; children ages 8 and under must have direct supervi...read more
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Denair Story Time
10 am Denair Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10 amDenair Library Story Time features books, stories, finger-plays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Friends of the Patterson Library Used Book Sale
10 am to 5 pm Friends of the Patterson Library Used Book Sale Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10 am to 5 pmPatterson Library Join us in the Patterson Library's large community room for our 3-day book sale. We will have gently used books, DVDs, puzzles, and more, all at bargain prices.
Turlock Wiggle Worms
10 am Turlock Wiggle Worms Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10 amTurlock Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Ceres Story Time
10:30 am Ceres Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 amCeres Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Riverbank Bilingual Story Time
11 am Riverbank Bilingual Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 20, 11 amRiverbank Library Bilingual Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! Some material is presented in English, while other material is presented in Spanish, allowing for more natural transitions and exposing children to both languages in an inviting environment. It is designed for childr...read more
Turlock Wiggle Worms
11 am Turlock Wiggle Worms Tuesday, Oct. 20, 11 amTurlock Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Pumpkin Decorating
3:30-4:30 pm Pumpkin Decorating Tuesday, Oct. 20, 3:30-4:30 pmNewman Library Celebrate the season by decorating your own pumpkin. Participants are asked to bring their own pumpkins; the library will supply all art materials and space to create. A limited supply of foam pumpkins will be available. All ages are welcome; however, children ages 8 and under will need direct super...read more
Decorate a Treat Bag
4 pm Decorate a Treat Bag Tuesday, Oct. 20, 4 pmHughson Library Trick or Treat! Get ready for the big day by personalizing your own tote bag.
Famliy Movie Night: Monsters Inc
4:30 pm Famliy Movie Night: Monsters Inc Tuesday, Oct. 20, 4:30 pmSalida Library Children and their families can enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. This month's movie will be Monsters, Inc. (G). Children may attend in their pajamas. Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket to sit on. The library will provide a beverage and popcorn.
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Friends of the Patterson Library Used Book Sale
10 am to 5 pm Friends of the Patterson Library Used Book Sale Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10 am to 5 pmPatterson Library Join us in the Patterson Library's large community room for our 3-day book sale. We will have gently used books, DVDs, puzzles, and more, all at bargain prices.
Salida Wiggle Worms
10 am Salida Wiggle Worms Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10 amSalida Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Hughson Story Time
10 am Hughson Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10 amHughson Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Story Time
10:30 am Oakdale Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10:30 amOakdale Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Newman Story Time
10-10:30 am Newman Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10-10:30 amNewman Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Wiggle Worms
11 am Salida Wiggle Worms Wednesday, Oct. 21, 11 am Salida Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Empire Bilingual Story Time
11 am - 11:30 am Empire Bilingual Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 21, 11 am - 11:30 amEmpire Library Bilingual Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! Some material is presented in English, while other material is presented in Spanish, allowing for more natural transitions and exposing children to both languages in an inviting environment. It is designed for childr...read more
Turlock Chess Club
5 - 7 pm Turlock Chess Club Wednesday, Oct. 21, 5 - 7 pmTurlock Library Do you like to play chess? Whether you are an amateur, a master, or somewhere between, bring your board to meet and play against others for practice or friendly competition.
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Friends of the Patterson Library Used Book Sale
10 am to 5 pm Friends of the Patterson Library Used Book Sale Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 am to 5 pmPatterson Library Join us in the Patterson Library's large community room for our 3-day book sale. We will have gently used books, DVDs, puzzles, and more, all at bargain prices.
Turlock Story Time
10 am Turlock Story Time Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 amTurlock Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! (30 minutes)
Waterford Story Time
10 am Waterford Story Time Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 amWaterford Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Story Time
10 am Salida Story Time Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 amSalida Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Oakdale Wiggle Worms Thursday, Oct. 22, 10:30 amOakdale Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Turlock Story Time
11 am Turlock Story Time Thursday, Oct. 22, 11 amTurlock Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! (30 minutes)
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Wiggle Worms at the Modesto Express Library
10:30 am Wiggle Worms at the Modesto Express Library Friday, Oct. 23, 10:30 amOn-the-Go Modesto Join us outside the Modesto Express Library in the Tenth Street Plaza for Wiggle Worms at 10:30 am! Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes) This is an outdoor ...read more
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Board Game Day
10 am - 4:30 pm Board Game Day Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 am - 4:30 pmTurlock Library Join the Central Valley Game Lovers for a day of board gaming. Try a new game or bring your own!Most games are recommended for ages 10 and up, but there will be games for younger players, too.
Halloween Parade & Story Time at the Salida Library
12 pm Halloween Parade & Story Time at the Salida Library Saturday, Oct. 24, 12 pmSalida Library Celebrate Halloween at the library with a special Story Time full of not-so-spooky tales, songs, and fun! After Story Time, kids are invited to show off their costumes in a mini parade through the library. Don’t forget to dress up and bring your Halloween spirit—treats will be provided!&...read more
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Patterson Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Patterson Wiggle Worms Monday, Oct. 26, 10:30 amPatterson Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Monday Crafternoon
12 - 2 pm Monday Crafternoon Monday, Oct. 26, 12 - 2 pmRiverbank Library Join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting. Bring your own project or use provided materials to create a work of art.
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Denair Story Time
10 am Denair Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 27, 10 amDenair Library Story Time features books, stories, finger-plays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Turlock Wiggle Worms
10 am Turlock Wiggle Worms Tuesday, Oct. 27, 10 amTurlock Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Halloween Story Time and Party
10:30 am Halloween Story Time and Party Tuesday, Oct. 27, 10:30 amCeres Library Celebrate Halloween at the library with a special Story Time full of not-so-spooky tales, songs, and fun! After Story Time, kids are invited to stay for our Halloween party to enjoy a craft, games, and treats. Don't forget to dress up and/or bring your Halloween spirit!
Patterson Story Time
11 am Patterson Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 27, 11 amPatterson Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Riverbank Story Time
11 am Riverbank Story Time Tuesday, Oct. 27, 11 amRiverbank Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.Story Time is held every other Tuesday.
Turlock Wiggle Worms
11 am Turlock Wiggle Worms Tuesday, Oct. 27, 11 amTurlock Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Hughson Library Haunted Party
3:30 - 5:30 pm Hughson Library Haunted Party Tuesday, Oct. 27, 3:30 - 5:30 pmHughson Library Join us for a hauntingly good time at the Hughson Library. Come dressed in your Halloween costume to play games, do crafts, and, of course, get some treats! All ages welcome.
Spooktacular at the McHenry Mansion
4 - 7 pm Spooktacular at the McHenry Mansion Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4 - 7 pmOn-the-Go Modesto Join the City of Modesto's McHenry Mansion and the Stanislaus County Library for a special Halloween event! Kids, tweens, and teens ages 2 to 17 can enjoy slightly spooky Story Times, activities, trick-or-treating, and more! Location: Outside the McHenry Mansion, at 906 15th StreetThis is a...read more
Trading Card Game Night
5-7 pm Trading Card Game Night Tuesday, Oct. 27, 5-7 pmNewman Library Bring your friends for some casual trading card game fun! All skill levels welcome! Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon materials will be available while supplies last. All ages welcome; children ages 8 and under must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardians.
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Salida Wiggle Worms
10 am Salida Wiggle Worms Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10 amSalida Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Hughson Story Time
10 am Hughson Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10 amHughson Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Story Time
10:30 am Oakdale Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10:30 amOakdale Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Newman Story Time
10-10:30 am Newman Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10-10:30 amNewman Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Wiggle Worms
11 am Salida Wiggle Worms Wednesday, Oct. 28, 11 am Salida Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
Video Game Play at the Turlock Library
3 pm Video Game Play at the Turlock Library Wednesday, Oct. 28, 3 pmTurlock Library Join us in our Maker Space for byte-sized video game fun on the Nintendo Switch! For ages 8 and up; however, please note that some games may have content suitable for ages 10 and up (rated E10+).
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Waterford Story Time
10 am Waterford Story Time Thursday, Oct. 29, 10 amWaterford Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salida Story Time
10 am Salida Story Time Thursday, Oct. 29, 10 amSalida Library Story Time features books, stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and more! It is designed for children under 5 to participate with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oakdale Wiggle Worms
10:30 am Oakdale Wiggle Worms Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:30 amOakdale Library Enjoy storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at this special program for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. (20 minutes)
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Halloween Party
2 pm Halloween Party Saturday, Oct. 31, 2 pmRiverbank Library Start the day with a trick-or-treat costume parade around the library with candy provided by the Friends of the Riverbank Library. Then, join us for a slime craft and a fun snack while supplies last
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