LIBRARY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

Manteca library will be closed for renovations: September 16 - October 20.
Curbside hours:
Mon, Tues, & Thurs 10am-6pm
Wed 1pm-6pm
Fri 10am-5pm

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 gentle for people with limited mobility and it’s a great way to stay active and maintain well-being. This free program is taught by Annette Wing and is for adults.  Sponsored by Escalon Friends of the Library.

Based on Agatha Christie’s Hallowe’en Party, this 2023 thriller starring Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot is rated PG-13. Free snacks will be provided.
(Rescheduled from an earlier date.)

Grades 1, 2, and 3. Early readers can improve their reading fluency and comprehension by participating in round-robin reading. Reading is followed with a craft and book discussion. Limited space. First come, first serve.

Meet and read a book to a therapy dog. Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) companions are registered therapy animals who volunteer with their owner/handlers as reading companions. Children and teens can practice/improve their reading & communication skills in a unique and fun environment, free of performance pressure & judgment. These are held on the 3rd Monday of each month.  Sponsored by Paws 4 Friends.

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival here at Mountain House Library with these adorable lanterns! This event is by registration only and has limited spots! Only for people ages 12-19! PARENTS DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER THEMSELVES FOR THE EVENT IF THEY PLAN TO HELP THEIR CHILD WITH THE CRAFT, ONLY THE TEENAGER NEEDS TO BE REGISTERED! Only one registration per person! Sponsored by SSJCPL - Mountain House Branch Library.

Improve your reading comprehension over summer vacation by participating in book discussions and take home activity packs for a new chapter book each week. Our book discussion is followed up with a book related craft. Ideal for grades 3-5. First come, first serve.

Head on over to Stribley Micro Library for stories and more!

Learn the basics of drawing human and animal figures. 4pm Every Monday behind the Reference Desk on the Second Floor. 

Supplies Provided. 

Attention food enthusiasts! 🍴 We're excited to host a special cooking demonstration exclusively for adults, presented by Stockton's very own Edible Schoolyard. Join us to explore new recipes, cooking techniques, and culinary tips from our expert chef in a fun and interactive setting. Don’t miss this delicious opportunity to enhance your cooking skills and enjoy a flavorful experience!

Please join us for 30 minutes of engaging stories and songs in english and in spanish! Every third monday of the month at 5 pm.

¡Los Esperamos para 30 minutos de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español! ada tercer lunes del mes a las 5 pm.

Ideal for grades 3-5. Whether you are an aspiring kid author or just trying to improve your writing then this the program for you. We will be coming together as a group to practice writing skills over four weeks. Come find inspiration and meet fellow writers in this kids' creative writing program. Each session we will have a writing ice breaker, time to practice with storytelling prompts or games, and a chance share our creative writing. Writing supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own. 

Manteca library will be closed for renovations: September 16 - October 20.
Curbside hours:
Mon, Tues, & Thurs 10am-6pm
Wed 1pm-6pm
Fri 10am-5pm

When kids play, anything's possible!
Imagination
Problem solving
Creativity
Self-esteem
Communication
  Sponsored by Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library.

Join us for playtime to engage your little’s mind + social skills! 

It's Preschool story time at the Ripon Library! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and a very fun time. For ages 3-5; older siblings welcome.

Enjoy stories & songs with your child in this engaging and interactive 30 minute storytime.
This program is designed for ages 3-5 years old, but children of all ages, their siblings & caregivers are welcome.
Stay & Play will be from 11:00AM-11:30AM and it is not necessary that you attend storytime first.

This half-hour program for children ages 0-1.5 incorporates "Mother Goose on the Loose" guidelines to provide a time "just for babies". Focus is on literacy building blocks for baby's development through sharing picturebooks, board books, fingerplays, rhythm/rhyme, bounces, and simple songs.  Above all it is a fun and interactive time for babies and caretakers facilitated by library staff.   Sponsored by Tracy FOL and San Joaquin County.

Make some beautiful handcrafted greeting cards with the guidance of local expert and our friend of the library, Robin! This is every 3rd Tuesday of the month in the Ekholm Room. All supplies are included in this free program just for adults.  Sponsored by Escalon Friends of the Library.

Created in partnership with Zumba and BabyFirst, Zumbini is a unique, effective, and fun early childhood education program that uses the power of music and movement to promote cognitive, social, emotional and motor skill development for children ages 0-5, all while promoting a strong bond between parent and child. The fall session begins on September 10 and ends on October 15 and is every Tuesday for 30 minutes.  Sponsored by Friends of the Escalon Library.