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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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Friends of the Oakdale Library Meeting
1:30 pm
Friends of the Oakdale Library Meeting
Monday, May. 19, 1:30 pm
Oakdale Library
The Friends of the Oakdale Library invite you to attend their monthly meeting, held at the library on the fourth Monday of each month. Come by and support your local library! 
All Ages Nintendo Switch Party @ Patterson Library
3:30 pm
All Ages Nintendo Switch Party @ Patterson Library
Monday, May. 19, 3:30 pm
Patterson Library
Come play with our Nintendo Switch! In addition to the Switch, there will be board games, puzzles, and more! Refreshments will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is open to people of all ages; however, please note that some games may have content suitable for ages 10 and up ...read more
T(w)een STEAM*: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations
4 pm
T(w)een STEAM*: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations
Monday, May 19, 4 pm
Ceres Library
Tweens & Teens: Build LEGO® creations using the library’s LEGO® blocks and bring them to life with stop-motion film. What stories will your creations tell? This program is designed for ages 9 -18. Registration is required. Please individually register each person attending.Disclaim...read more

or call --209-537-8938.
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Oobleck
4 pm
 Oobleck
Tuesday, May 20, 4 pm
Hughson Library
Scientific chaos? Can only 2 ingredients make a liquid AND a solid? Join us to test this theory!
T(w)een Tuesday: Rubber Band Cannons
4 pm
T(w)een Tuesday: Rubber Band Cannons
Tuesday, May 20, 4 pm
Turlock Library
Explore how changes in force and direction affect the motion of rubber bands with our rubber band cannons, then use what you've learned to see who can make their rubber band fly the farthest. Materials will be provided. This program is designed for ages 9-18.
Family Movie Night - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
5 pm
Family Movie Night - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
Tuesday, May 20, 5 pmFamily Movie Night -
Salida Library
Children and their families can enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. This month's movie will be Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG). Children can come in their pajamas. Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket to sit on. The library will provide a beverage and popcorn.
Microsoft Excel
6 - 7:45 pm
 Microsoft Excel
Tuesday, May 20, 6 - 7:45 pm
Oakdale Library
Come learn the basics and more! Excel can help you do anything from making a family budget to inventory for business or charity finances. No need to be a great typist, the starting spreadsheet will be preloaded with numbers for you. Space is limited. Please call 209-847-4204 to sign up.
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Knit and Crochet
3 - 4 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, May. 21, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Join fellow knitting and crochet enthusiasts as you work on your current project or start a new one! This group meets every Wednesday at 3 pm. Participants of all skill levels are welcome. 
T(w)een STEAM*: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations
3:30 pm
T(w)een STEAM*: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations
Wednesday, May 21, 3:30 pm
Patterson Library
Tweens & Teens: Build LEGO® creations using the library’s LEGO® blocks and bring them to life with stop-motion film. What stories will your creations tell? This program is designed for ages 9 - 18. Space is limited. Registration is required. Please register each person attendi...read more

or call --209-892-6473.
Build It!
3:30 pm
 Build It!
Wednesday, May. 21, 3:30 pm
Denair Library
Children will have the opportunity to build creations using the library's LEGO blocks, K'NEX, DUPLO, magna-tiles, and more! This program is designed for all ages, however children 4 and under must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LE...read more
Turlock Chess Club
5 pm
 Turlock Chess Club
Wednesday, May. 21, 5 pm
Turlock 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. 
Community Math Festival with Invest in Me
5:30 pm
Community Math Festival with Invest in Me
Wednesday, May 21, 5:30 pm
Patterson Library
Calling all preschoolers through 8th-grade learners and their families: Join us for this play-based, kid-led, community-driven activity. Math comes alive with toys, color, and movement. Students can tackle activities with creativity and perseverance, rather than relying solely on memorized formulas....read more
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T(w)een STEAM*: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations 
3 pm
T(w)een STEAM*: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations 
Thursday, May 22, 3 pm
Waterford Library
Tweens & Teens: Build LEGO® creations using the library’s LEGO® blocks and bring them to life with stop-motion film. What stories will your creations tell? This program is designed for ages 9 -18.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. *Scienc...read more

or call --209-874-2191.
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Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Modesto Certified Farmers Market
10 am - 12 pm
Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Modesto Certified Farmers Market
Saturday, May 24, 10 am - 12 pmSummer Reading Kicko
On-the-Go Modesto
The Summer Reading Challenge starts Tuesday, May 20! Join us at the Modesto Certified Farmers Market for stories, activities for children, free books for all ages, and more! Open to all ages. Story Time from 10 - 10:30 am. This is an outdoor event, so please keep an eye on the weather. For questions...read more
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Memorial Day - All Libraries Closed
Memorial Day - All Libraries Closed
Monday, May 26,
All Locations
All Libraries Closed
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Summer Reading Kickoff Party at the Modesto Express Library
10 am - 12 pm
Summer Reading Kickoff Party at the Modesto Express Library
Tuesday, May 27, 10 am - 12 pmSummer Reading Kicko
On-the-Go Modesto
The Summer Reading Challenge starts Tuesday, May 20! Join us outside in front of the Modesto Express Library at 1002 10th Street to kick off our Summer Reading Challenge! We'll have Story Time, activities for children, free books for all ages, and more! Open to all ages. Story Time from 10 - 10:...read more
Wings of Wonder: Butterfly Release & Crown Creation
4 pm
Wings of Wonder: Butterfly Release & Crown Creation
Tuesday, May 27, 4 pm
Hughson Library
Join us at the Hughson Arboretum and Gardens (located at 2490 Euclid Ave, Hughson) for a magical experience that celebrates nature, creativity, and connection! Our event begins with releasing butterflies, after which we'll create personalized flower crowns. 
T(w)een Tuesday: Sublimation Totes
4 pm
T(w)een Tuesday: Sublimation Totes
Tuesday, May 27, 4 pm
Turlock Library
What is sublimation? Sublimation occurs when a solid substance changes directly to a gas without going through a liquid phase. We will use the process of sublimation and specialized ink pens to create graphics for a small tote bag. Materials will be provided. This program is designed for ages 9-18.
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Virtual Book Club for Adults: How Lucky
11:30 am
Virtual Book Club for Adults: How Lucky
Wednesday, May 28, 11:30 am
Virtual
This month, we will be discussing How Lucky by Will Leitch. For readers of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and Nothing to See Here, this novel is as suspenseful and funny as it is moving, the unforgettable story of a fiercely resilient young man l...read more

or call --209-558-7814.
Turlock Video Game Day
3 pm
 Turlock Video Game Day
Wednesday, May. 28, 3 pm
Turlock Library
Join us in our Maker Space for byte-sized video game fun on the Nintendo Switch! For ages 6 and up. Games are rated E and E10+.
Knit and Crochet
3 - 4 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, May. 28, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Join fellow knitting and crochet enthusiasts as you work on your current project or start a new one! This group meets every Wednesday at 3 pm. Participants of all skill levels are welcome. 
Build It!
3:30 pm
 Build It!
Wednesday, May. 28, 3:30 pm
Denair Library
Children will have the opportunity to build creations using the library's LEGO blocks, K'NEX, DUPLO, magna-tiles, and more! This program is designed for all ages, however children 4 and under must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LE...read more
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