LIBRARY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

Grab a take-home craft from the Tracy Branch Library checkout desk during the month of October! For Children Halloween Bag with a candy popper craft, coloring/activity pages, toys, and candy! For Teens/Adults Mandala Paper Quilling. Get all the supplies to make a paper quilled ma...read more

For Kids and Teens (Ages 0-19). October 1-17, 2021. Read for the chance to win a free pumpkin!  Pick up a Halloween Reading Raffle form from the checkout desk of the Tracy Branch Library. Read and rate a book! Return the log to the library to be entered into the pumpkin raffle.Enter as many tim...read more

October is Star Wars Reads month! Stop by the Escalon Library during the month of October and complete the Star Wars Scavenger Hunt to receive a candy prize, grab a bookmark, complete activity sheets, make a mini light saber. While Supplies last. 

Join us for a fun and thoughtful discussion.  Our book for October is Ordinary Grace, by William Kent Krueger. Request your copy now (the reference staff can help you with this). We will be meeting outside in the Library courtyard. 

Do you enjoy a good "sca-r-r-r-y" book to read?  Library staff will read some spooky passages from scary books and you can share, too.  Let us all know about your absolute favorite scary story or book!  There will also be some "cr - e - e - e - y' new book recommend...read more

 October 6-9, stop by the library during open hours and make a cool Halloween tote bag. While Supplies last. We will be using cloth tote bags, bleach and a halloween pattern.  

Starting Wednesday 10/6, Swing by the Escalon Library and pick up an October kids craft bag that includes pumpkin light craft, Halloween book list, and activity sheets. While supplies last.

Ages 0-12. Tracy Residents Only. Space is limited.Let's build together! We'll get together virtually on Microsoft Teams to try fun Lego challenges. Participants must have their own legos/build blocks at home.The virtual meeting link will be sent the day before the event. If no participa...read more

Adults and Seniors,If you need assistance operation a computer or your personal mobile device, the Cesar Chavez Library currently offers the 1-on-1 computer assistance by appointment only for one hour. Appointments are available on Tuesday & Thursday only (10-11 am and 11-12 pm). Please select a...read more

For Teens (13-19). Application fees? Transcripts? Essay? Test Scores? Recommendation Letters? We'll talk about the college admissions process with a focus on California universities and community colleges.The virtual meeting link will be sent the day before the event. If no participants are...read more

Improve your grades with free help from profesional tutors!  Troke library staff will take you through a 'tour' of the library's homework help database TUTOR.COM.  Discover the safe connection to amazing tutors who are available 13 hours every day!  Ages 8-17.  T...read more

Join us online in the dark (one minute after sunset!) We'll read and hear scary short stories and passages from scary books.

Join us virtually from home building with Legos or sharing your creations!  We ask that parents be present with their children during this program.  Participation is limited so sign-ups are required.

Teens and Adults,If you know how to use a sewing machine & would like to learn how to make a small fabric zipper bag, join our virtual program on Thursday, October 14 at 4:30 pm on Microsoft Teams. Anyone ages 13 and up is invited. Registration is required as space is limited. Materials will be ...read more

Have you ever wanted to do some fun, messy science experiments but weren't allowed to do them at home? Come to the library! Ms. Mandie will be doing some fun (and messy) science experiments in the parking lot at the Fair Oaks library.

It’s pumpkin carving party time! Join us for a festive celebration as we carve pumpkins together virtually. We’ll swap tips, listen to fun seasonal music, and have a “gourd” ol’ time! Once you’ve registered, pick up your free pumpkin and carving supply kit startin...read more

It's a pumpkin palooza at the Manteca Library this October! We miss our decorating parties with you, so we're sending the fun home this year. Pick up your pumpkin between October 19th and 22nd and grab a decorating kit to help glam your gourd. While you're here, we'll ask for a few w...read more

Explore a world of flavor from the comfort of your own home. Each month we will explore a new spices, their history, how to use them and a few recipes to try. Spice kits ( include a small amount of the spice)  can be picked up in the library, while supplies last.October's spice is  Gro...read more

Come join a virtual writing group to practice your writing with little to no pressure. This writing program is based off R.L. Stine's writing program and the writing packet link will be shared during the program. This is session 3, but don't worry, you don't need to have attended session...read more

"Pump Up the Volume"  Make your own speakers for your cell phone!  Use everyday items and learn how to design and assemble the 'speakers'.Ages 10-17.  For the program you will need: an empty paper towel roll; 2 large plastic disposable party drink cups; your cell pho...read more

Tweens & Teens,Interested in craft? Join our virtual craft program on Thursday, October 19 at 4:30 PM on the Microsoft Teams and learn how to make a 3D paper pumpkin. Anyone ages 10 and older is invited to register for the event. Registration is required and will begin on October 1, 2021. Craft ...read more

Join Ms. Kari for outdoor Story Time at Nelson Park!  We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month.  Each month we have a different theme and will feature a couple of stories, some songs, and a craft.  This free program is designed for children under 5 years old.  Nelson Park is...read more

For Teens and Adults (13 and up). Tracy Residents Only. Let's make this month's String Art take-home craft together! Grab the take-home craft from the Tracy Branch Library checkout desk (while supplies last). Register to get the link for the virtual meeting.The virtual meeting link will...read more

Join us online to learn how to make this creepy inflatable glove monster from some ordinary supplies. Registration required. 

Come by the Escalon Library and join us outside to decorate a spooky house. Basic materials provided. Registration required and limited space. 

Join Linden Branch Library for some painting fun with ceramic haunted houses! 

Children aged 12 and under are invited to join us at Victory Park in the Totem Picnic Area (north of the Haggin Museum) to decorate their own mini pumpkin. To encourage social distancing there will be two sessions held, one at 3:30 and one at 4:30. Weather permitting.Reservations are REQUIRED, ...read more

For Ages 13-19. See how well you know teen books! Try to name books based on covers, characters' names, general descriptions, and more! The virtual meeting link will be sent the day before the event. If no participants are registered, the program will be canceled.The virtual meeting wi...read more

Children aged 12 and under are invited to join us at Victory Park in the Totem Picnic Area (north of the Haggin Museum) to decorate their own mini pumpkin. To encourage social distancing there will be two sessions held, one at 3:30 and one at 4:30. Weather permitting.Reservations are REQUIRED, ...read more

Join us for our 1st Annual, pet costume contest and show and tell!!  All pets are welcome: cats, dogs, bunnies, horses, rodents, fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects—whatever!  Prizes will be awarded for Most Original, Scariest, and Cutest Costume!!  This event will be held virtu...read more

Barbie dolls, (both male & female), will receive an undead makeover inspired by the TV show, "The Walking Dead".  Make your own creepy, original creation using old dolls, paint, & accessories.  This free program will be held outside weather permitting.  If you would ...read more

Hang out virtually and discuss self-improvement articles, podcasts, and books. What have you been reading/watching/listening to lately?

Design a 'cre-e-e-e-e-py' glowing jar of spiders to scare your guests!Ages 8-17; space limited.  Pick up a material packet after October 13th.Register here online or in the library before October 26th to receive the meeting link. Downloading 'Teams' is not required to join - jus...read more

Books can help young ones develop empathy and a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. Kids can check out the featured book from the library, read it, and at the end of the month, meet and respectfully discuss insights and thoughts about the prevailing themes.  We'll r...read more

Come join the Linden Branch Library to paint or color small wooden boxes shaped like pumpkins! 

SSJCPL is doing Nanowrimo this year! The goal is to write 50,000 starting November 1 and ending November 30. Join us Tuesday, October 26 for a virtual meetup to chat with other local authors.Share your love of writing with the community. Write any genre: fiction, poetry, journalism, autobiographical...read more

Decorate a pumpkin as your favorite book character. You can use any pumpkin and any materials. Pumpkins must be turned into Escalon library by October 27,2021, please inlcude name and number with submission. Cast your vote online or in person starting 10/28/21-10/29/21. Winner will be announced on O...read more

For Children 0-12. Tracy Residents Only. Let's make this month's kids' take-home crafts together! Grab the take-home crafts from the Tracy Branch Library checkout desk (while supplies last). Register to get the link for the virtual meeting.The virtual meeting link will be sent the d...read more

**Registration Required**Join the Escalon and Mountain House Library staff as we make delicious recipes inspired by great reads. Check us out virtually to learn the recipe and steps, or follow along in your own kitchen - we will provided a list of ingredients after registration.Wednesday, October 27...read more

Calling writers of all ages to our October challenge: write a scary story using only two sentences.

Weave your own spider web and hang it up so that it will surprise someone. BOO! This craft is bagged and ready to go  (with instructions, of course)as long as our supplies last. With a little help even 3 year-olds can make one.

Decorate a sugar skull!  Registration is required ages 8 and up.  One skull per participant.  Participant will need to be present.  No takeaways will be available.

Join us to pick up crafts, candy and more at our Halloween "walk through" Party today at 3:30pm.  Have the kids wear their costumes fo participate in our Halloween Parade!!  It's all FREE.  

Looking for another excuse to show off your awesome Halloween costume? Join us for a virtual costume party! Show up in your goofiest, spookiest, punniest, cutest, most creative costume! We will play Halloween word games, listen to fun music, and talk about our favorite Halloween things!All participa...read more

Have fun with stories, songs, rhymes, and movement inEnglish and Spanish. Learn easy tips on how to developearly literacy skills in youryoung children. Register online at www.ssjcpl.org or in person at the Children’s desk.   

It's time to get your spooky on with some scary (but not TOO scary!) read-aloud short stories and a VIRTUAL costume "parade."  Join us via Microsoft Teams for a frightfully good time. Please register by 9:00 a.m. on the morning of the program, and a link to join the virtual event ...read more

Join us for a virtual community support group for those who are caring for a loved one. We will be joined by a library staff member with years of experience in hospice and home health. A place to come together and share struggles, stress, ideas, resources and triumphs. You will receive an email...read more

Come join the Linden Branch Library for a spook-tacular storytime!