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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Pokémon Day at the Turlock Library
2 - 4 pm
Pokémon Day at the Turlock Library
Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2 - 4 pm
Turlock Library
Love Pokémon? Join us to meet others who share your passion! Hang out and feel free to trade or battle on your Nintendo Switch, bring your trading cards for a friendly game, hunt for shinies in Pokémon GO, and more! All ages are welcome! Children under 4 must have direct supervision fr...read more
Knit and Crochet
3 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, Apr. 1, 3 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. 
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Board Game Day
3 - 4 pm
 Board Game Day
Thursday, Apr. 2, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Grab a buddy, a cousin, or a sibling and join us for an afternoon of games and fun! We'll have a variety of board games for both kids and adults to enjoy. 
Newman LEGO® Day
3:30-4:30 pm
 Newman LEGO® Day
Thursday, Apr. 2, 3:30-4:30 pm
Newman Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations using the library’s LEGO® and Duplo blocks. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Grou...read more
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Oakdale Wee Move & Play
10:30 am
 Oakdale Wee Move & Play
Monday, Apr. 6, 10:30 am
Oakdale Library
Join us for a big playdate at the library, featuring toys, books, and music for ages 5 and under. Parental supervision is required. Space is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
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Oakdale LEGO® Day
3 - 4 pm
 Oakdale LEGO® Day
Tuesday, Apr. 7, 3 - 4 pm
Oakdale Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies
Waterford LEGO® Day
3 pm
 Waterford LEGO® Day
Tuesday, Apr. 7, 3 pm
Waterford Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. 
Trading Card Game Night
5-7 pm
 Trading Card Game Night
Tuesday, Apr. 7, 5-7 pm
Newman 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 8 and under must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardians. 
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Knit and Crochet
3 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, Apr. 8, 3 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. 
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Board Game Day
3 - 4 pm
 Board Game Day
Thursday, Apr. 9, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Grab a buddy, a cousin, or a sibling and join us for an afternoon of games and fun! We'll have a variety of board games for both kids and adults to enjoy. 
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Read to a Dog at the Ceres Library
12-1 pm
Read to a Dog at the Ceres Library
Saturday, Apr. 11, 12-1 pm
Ceres Library
Independent readers up to age 12 are invited to practice their reading skills with the special Read to a Dog program at the Ceres Library. This program is designed to help children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Register in person at the Ceres Lib...read more
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Waterford LEGO® Day
3 pm
 Waterford LEGO® Day
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 3 pm
Waterford Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. 
LEGO® Day at the Turlock Library
4 pm
LEGO® Day at the Turlock Library
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 4 pm
Turlock Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations using the library’s LEGO® and Duplo blocks. This program helps young ones develop critical thinking skills and teaches basic engineering concepts. This program is aimed at children 8 and younger, but all ages are welcome! Chil...read more
T(w)een Tuesday: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations in the Turlock Maker Space
4 pm
T(w)een Tuesday: Stop-Motion LEGO® Creations in the Turlock Maker Space
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 4 pm
Turlock Library
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 and older.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. 
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Knit and Crochet
3 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, Apr. 15, 3 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. 
Turlock Chess Club
5 - 7 pm
 Turlock Chess Club
Wednesday, Apr. 15, 5 - 7 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. 
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Board Game Day
3 - 4 pm
 Board Game Day
Thursday, Apr. 16, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Grab a buddy, a cousin, or a sibling and join us for an afternoon of games and fun! We'll have a variety of board games for both kids and adults to enjoy. 
Newman LEGO® Day
3:30-4:30 pm
 Newman LEGO® Day
Thursday, Apr. 16, 3:30-4:30 pm
Newman Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® creations using the library’s LEGO® and Duplo blocks. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision.Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Grou...read more
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Oakdale LEGO® Day
3 - 4 pm
 Oakdale LEGO® Day
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 3 - 4 pm
Oakdale Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies
Waterford LEGO® Day
3 pm
 Waterford LEGO® Day
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 3 pm
Waterford Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. 
Trading Card Game Night
5-7 pm
 Trading Card Game Night
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 5-7 pm
Newman 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 8 and under must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardians. 
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Video Game Day at the Turlock Library
3 pm
Video Game Day at the Turlock Library
Wednesday, Apr. 22, 3 pm
Turlock 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+). 
Knit and Crochet
3 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, Apr. 22, 3 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. 
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Board Game Day
3 - 4 pm
 Board Game Day
Thursday, Apr. 23, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Grab a buddy, a cousin, or a sibling and join us for an afternoon of games and fun! We'll have a variety of board games for both kids and adults to enjoy. 
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Wee Move and Play at the Turlock Library
10 am
Wee Move and Play at the Turlock Library
Monday, Apr. 27, 10 am
Turlock Library
Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can enjoy an hour of free play, music, and movement. Children under 4 must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardians.
Friends of the Oakdale Library Meeting
1:30 pm
Friends of the Oakdale Library Meeting
Monday, Apr. 27, 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!
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Waterford LEGO® Day
3 pm
 Waterford LEGO® Day
Tuesday, Apr. 28, 3 pm
Waterford Library
Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO® displays for the library. LEGO® play helps children develop fine motor skills. Children under 4 are welcome but must have direct parental supervision. Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies. 
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Knit and Crochet
3 pm
 Knit and Crochet
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 3 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. 
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Board Game Day
3 - 4 pm
 Board Game Day
Thursday, Apr. 30, 3 - 4 pm
Waterford Library
Grab a buddy, a cousin, or a sibling and join us for an afternoon of games and fun! We'll have a variety of board games for both kids and adults to enjoy. 
  
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