LIBRARY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless...read more

Stop by and learn how to create a unique forever plant. Using beads & jewelry wire you will craft a one of a kind plant that will brighten up any space! 

Set sail for adventure! Come on over to the Mountain House Library to create your character, meet new friends, and play D&D! This program is open to teenagers and adults! All experience levels, whether you have never played or you are a full-time DM, are welcome! Located in the community room.

Join us the first Thursday of the month for Bingo!Adults 18 and over join us for bingo. Enjoy treats and play for fun prizes!

Adults: Get help with your device and computer skills.

The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Thursday 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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless ...read more

Searching for tech help?Join us at Troke Library for our Adult Tech Class series on the 1st Friday of the month. Each class will cover a single topic and be structured to grow and practice skills in a relaxed and stress fee atmosphere. All sessions will be beginner-friendly, with the option for more...read more

Adults: Pratice your English skill in a comfortable setting.

All Ages. Learn about the Microsoft 365 aka Microsoft Basics (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneDrive).

Missed out on--or just really enjoyed--an adult craft that we did? See if we have extra for you to do today!

Celebrate library card sign up month at Troke Library by attending our Pocket Library crafternoon for adults! Enjoy a peaceful afternoon of designing a miniature library shelf that you can keep in your pocket, purse, or displayed on your own shelves at home! All supplies are included for this progra...read more

Chair yoga is a modified form of yoga that allows you to practice traditional yoga poses while sitting on or standing with the support of a chair. These modifications make yoga more accessible and more gentler for people with limited mobility and it’s a great way to stay active and mainta...read more

Learn how to set up Libby on your device. A library card will be needed to sign in.What is Libby?: Libby gives users access to borrow ebooks and audiobooks by using your library card for free.Tech Tips: Como configurar Libby Aprende como configurar Libby en su dispositivo. Necesitará una tarj...read more

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment with other adults. Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. 

"Vanishing Maps" Summary: "Celia del Pino, the matriarch of a far-flung Cuban family, has watched her descendants spread out across the globe, struggling to make sense of their transnational identities and strained relationships with one another. In Berlin, the charismatic yet tr...read more

Are your arms tired of holding open those pesky book pages while you read? Head over to Troke Library to pick up a kit to make your own clay book holder! Now nearly any book can feel comfortable in your grasp. Each kit contains air dry clay, paints, brushes, and sculpting tools to create your festiv...read more

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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless...read more

Say goodbye to summer with a Summer-themed Bingo! Join us for an hour of fun and prizes. This program is open for all teens and adults.

Which generation knows Disney best? it’s kids versus grown-ups in a Disney trivia showdown!**This program is for kids & adults! No phoning a friend, using Google, or asking a grown-up allowed! Sorry!**

Teens & Adults,Come make your own earrings with us at the Cesar Chavez Central Library on Wednesday, September 10 at 4:30 PM. Supplies and tools will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Anyone ages 10 and up is invited to participate. No registration is required.A FREE public par...read more

The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Thursday 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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless ...read more

Adults: Make and take a key chain to keep or give away as a gift.

All Ages. Explore math concepts and problem-solving with fun and engaging games and puzzles. 

Chair yoga is a modified form of yoga that allows you to practice traditional yoga poses while sitting on or standing with the support of a chair. These modifications make yoga more accessible and more gentler for people with limited mobility and it’s a great way to stay active and mainta...read more

Make some beautiful handcrafted greeting cards with the guidance of local expert and our friend of the library, Robin! All supplies are included in this free program that meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month before the library opens. Please use the side door to the Ekholm community room next to th...read more

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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless...read more

Join the  Escalon Library and New Mettle Farms to create a lustrous dragon egg out of hollowed goose eggs and molted snakeskin using a multi-layered paint and adhesive technique. Drying eggs will be placed in take home clamshell for future placement in its very own nest.*This program is re...read more

Create your own custom keychain by piping lightweight spakle -- “decoden cream”, and decorating it with charms.This program is intended for ages 12 and up.Llavero de decodenCree su propio llavero utilizando spakle -- “crema decoden”, y personalizada con amuletos.Este programa...read more

Join us to create an adorbale Highland Cow craft. Basic supplies will be provided.This program is for adults only.*Registration is required.If you ar unable to attend after registering please let us know in order to make room for another attendee.Acompáñenos a crear una adorable manual...read more

Learn this easy method of embroidery to create a cool piece of art. We will work on a small piece and simple shapes.This program is intended for ages 12 and up. May take up to 2 hours.Arte de aguja mágica: BásicoAprende este sencillo método de bordado para crear una obra de arte...read more

Celebremos el mes de orgullo hispano cantando y bailnado!Let’s celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with singing and dancing!

Enjoy a slow-paced craft themed to our movie of the month! On September 17th, join us at Troke Library to make a miniature book necklace or keychain while watching the 2018 film, The Public. Free crafts while supplies last!

Adults: Get help with your device and computer skills.

The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Thursday 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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless ...read more

 All Ages. Join us for our monthly game day! Play VR games, video games, board games, and more.

Learn the basics of hand-building with clay. Use pinch pot and joining techniques to make a clay whistle with your own flair. For ages 12 and up. Space is limited to the first 20 people.

The library will bring the supplies, you bring the friends! Mix together some science and creativity to make your own unique fizzy bath bombs and shower steamers.For ages 8 and up.

Come make your own fall decoration.Ven a crear tu propia decoración de otoño.

 Come meet Authors who will talk about their books. With a Q & A afterwards.

Come learn a new way to Tie Dye. You can bring your own item to use of we will supply t-shirts while supplies last.

With instructions, follow a step-by- step video tutorial and create your own personal masterpiece.This session we’ll be painting a Autumn landscape. Light refreshments will be provided. Session might take up to 2 hours.*Pre-registration required. Register online or in person.Manualidad para ad...read more

Put your puzzle skills to the test in our Speed Puzzle Competition! Compete solo or in teams to see who can complete a jigsaw puzzle the fastest. This fun and fast-paced program is perfect for puzzle lovers looking for a challenge and a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. Bring your focus...read more

Looking for creative and fun lunch ideas? Discover the world of bento boxes! This program is for teens and adults. All supplies will be provided.

All Ages. Explore math concepts and problem-solving with fun and engaging games and puzzles. 

Chair yoga is a modified form of yoga that allows you to practice traditional yoga poses while sitting on or standing with the support of a chair. These modifications make yoga more accessible and more gentler for people with limited mobility and it’s a great way to stay active and mainta...read more

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment with other adults. Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. 

Join us each month for Manteca Chiller Thriller Nights, where suspense takes center screen.

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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless...read more

All Ages. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by creating your own Huichol (native Mexican) inspired yarn painting. 

TEENS & ADULTS,The Cesar Chavez Central Library offers Sewing Basics class 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 ...read more

Come by the library for fall-inspired fun as we make handmade candles!

Bring you friends and family for a fun evening of Loteria at Thornton Library! Loteria is a popular Mexican game of chance, like Bingo. Play to win prizes and enjoy food provided by the library.This program is for adults and seniors.

Join us for a lively discussion on the last Wednesday of each month. Our September 24th discussion title will be The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon.Check below for upcoming discussion dates and titles.* Not the last Wednesday  TITLE AUTHOR DISCUSSION ...read more

Set sail for adventure! Come on over to the Mountain House Library to create your character, meet new friends, and play D&D! This program is open to teenagers and adults! All experience levels, whether you have never played or you are a full-time DM, are welcome! Located in the community room.

Create and decorate UV resin keychain with pressed flowers, glitter, and charms.*Pre-registration required. Register online or in person.Manualidades para adultos: Llaveros de resina UVCree y decore llavero de resina UV con flores prensadas, purpurina y amuletos.*Se requiere preinscripció...read more

The Chavez MakerSpace room will be open every Tuesday & Thursday 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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless ...read more

Patrons are welcomed to come to the Mountain House library branch to make homemade sugar scrubs while supplies last.This program is intended for patrons that are 18 and older. 

Families & Friends,Please join Isabel Shrauger, a San Joaquin County representative from the Community Resource Project, for a presentation about the Power Saver Rewards Program at the Cesar Chavez Library on Thursday, September, 11 at 4:30 PM. This program is specifically for customer...read more

Get your groove at this video Zumba event. Bring friends along and work up a sweat!This is a teen/adult program.Bring your smart phone with Just Dance! 2025 controller app installed to get your just dance score.*Scoring limited to first 6 people**Joy-cons not provided*Disfruta de este evento de Zumb...read more

Searching for tech help?Join us at Troke Library for our Drop in Tech Hour. We host a drop in tech hour on the Fridays that do not have an Adult Tech Class scheduled. If you have specific questions that cannot be addressed by our current class offerings, or prefer one-on-one assistance, please drop ...read more

Join us for a (Spanish/English) language exchange for all ages. Perfect for families who want to communicate better!Únase a nosotros para un intercambio de idiomas (español/inglés) para todas las edades. ¡Perfecto para familias que quieren comunicarse mejor! 

Adults-Join the Escalon Library and instructor Emily Cassi for an evening of line dancing! We will get started with step-by-step instruction and then we will put it all together and dance! No experience necessary. All levels welcome! Please wear comfortable shoes.** The library will be closed at thi...read more

It's never too late to join the Mountain House library adult book club. This month we will be discussing, "Rock Paper Scissors" by Alice Feeney. 

Adults: Make and take your own Henna Kit.

Come on down to Troke Library to create a scrabble tile coaster to place your all your cozy drinks on! This craft will liven up your coffee table and show off your personality with the words or phrases you choose to spell out in tiles. All supplies are included for this adult craft program.*While su...read more

All Ages. Explore math concepts and problem-solving with fun and engaging games and puzzles. 

Chair yoga is a modified form of yoga that allows you to practice traditional yoga poses while sitting on or standing with the support of a chair. These modifications make yoga more accessible and more gentler for people with limited mobility and it’s a great way to stay active and mainta...read more

Join us for a hands-on adult crafting session to create your own butterfly haven!

Featured Book:The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker. When a successful New York lawyer suddenly disappears without a trace, neither his wife nor his daughter Julia has any idea where he might be…until they find a love letter he wrote many years ago, to a Burmese woman they...read more

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 - 3D printer (Bambu), wireless...read more

Join us for an hour of Jounaling. All journals are welcome! Bring one that you're working on or start fresh with a blank journal. This program is for teens and adults. Supplies and snacks will be provided.

Patrons are welcomed to come to the Mountain House library to be creative and free paint on canvas. This program is intended for patrons that are 18 and older.

Join us to leave the stress behind!  Relax & refresh  while listening to an audiobook and making a craft.**This program is for adults. Registration is not required. First come first served. Limited supplies. ¡Únete a nosotros para dejar atrás el estr&eacut...read more