Toddler-Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children (ages 0-5)
Civic Center Library
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Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Children, ages 2-5, and their caregivers, will delight in listening to stories, singing songs, and participating in finger plays . Storytime is designed to inspire children as they explore the wonderful world of books and develop early literacy, motor and social skills.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Lunch at the Library

11:00am–11:45am
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Civic Center Library
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Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Cuentos Para Niños

11:30am–12:00pm
Children (ages 0-5)
Mission Branch Library
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Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Acompaña nos  para el programa que incluye cuentos y canciónes. Para niños de 2 a 5 años y sus familias.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Lunch at the Library

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
John Landes Community Center Library
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Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Lunch at the Library at Balderrama Park

12:00pm–12:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Off-site
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution

Meals are provided FREE to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger.

NO Registration/ NO Identification/ NO Income Qualification/ NO Paperwork 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Games and Grub for Teens

12:00pm–1:00pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
John Landes Community Center Library
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Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Game Night
Event Details:

Do you love playing games? Join us each Thursday during Lunch at the Library at the John Landes Community Center Library to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, board games, and more!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required
Event Details:

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

The book club will be held via Zoom, preregistration is required for Zoom link.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Platica y Platillos: Club de Lectura

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
John Landes Community Center Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Conozca a Mariella, nuestra bibliotecaria de Servicios para Adultos, y únase a nosotros en el Centro Comunitario Landes para un evento que fomenta la construcción de comunidad y el enriquecimiento cultural.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Club de Platitos

5:00pm–6:30pm
Children (ages 6-11)
John Landes Community Center Library
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Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Come along and let's explore the vibrant wonders of Latin America together with exciting crafts, awesome activities, and delicious treats!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

New Tutor Training

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
READS Learning Center
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Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: ESL/ Literacy Tutor Training, READS Learning Center
Event Details:

Learn about Oceanside READS, adult learning and prepare to volunteer as a tutor in our adult literacy and adult ESL program. 

This training is required to become a basic literacy tutor. 

Sign ups required. 

Prospective tutors must attend both training sessions. Email reads@oceansideca.org to sign up. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Cafecito: English Practice

5:15pm–6:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
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Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para tomarte un cafecito y encontrar nuevos amigos! 

Piñata Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
John Landes Community Center Library
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Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own piñata at this workshop! Supplies and refreshments will be provided. 

 

Families are welcome. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

LGBTQ+ Book Club 2025

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Mission Branch Library
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Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club

We meet on the third Thursday of the month at Mission Branch Library at 6:30pm. We read and discuss books for, about and by members of the LGBTQ+ community.

 

For more information about current, past and future titles visit our bookclubs.com Oceanside Public Library LGBTQ+ Book Club site