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Baby Storytime

Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Baby Storytime:

Children, ages 0-2, and their caregiver, will enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Children, ages 0-2, and their caregiver, will enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.

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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Cuentos Para Niños

Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Cuentos Para Niños:

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

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Pathways to Citizenship - Prep Hour

Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Foundation Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Citizenship Class
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Pathways to Citizenship will provide ESL & Citizenship tutoring. Learn more about specific eligibility requirements for naturalization. Come get information to help navigate the pathway to Citizenship.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Citizenship Class
Event Details:

Pathways to Citizenship will provide ESL & Citizenship tutoring. Learn more about specific eligibility requirements for naturalization. Come get information to help navigate the pathway to Citizenship.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Toddler-Preschool 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...

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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Cuentos Para Niños

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Cuentos Para Niños:

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Book Club, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Next Chapter Book Club:

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

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

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

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 event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

Club de Platitos

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
John Landes Community Center Study Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11)

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

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Study Room
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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

LGBTQ+ Book Club 2026

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
LGBTQ+ 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 i...

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 

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

Music & Movement Storytime

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11)

Please join us for Music and Movement Storytime! Children, ages 2-8, and their caregivers will have fun exploring musical instruments, dancing, reading sing-along books, and playing with new friends.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Please join us for Music and Movement Storytime! Children, ages 2-8, and their caregivers will have fun exploring musical instruments, dancing, reading sing-along books, and playing with new friends.

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Computer Basics

Monday, December 21, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Basic computer skills.  Class in drop-in and is designed to help users get more comfortable with technology.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Basic computer skills.  Class in drop-in and is designed to help users get more comfortable with technology.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Library Club

Monday, December 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

Library Club is a program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Join us for fun group games and engaging arts & crafts activities.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Library Club is a program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Join us for fun group games and engaging arts & crafts activities.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Toddler-Preschool 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...

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Bilingual Story Time

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)

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

Join us for a program that includes stories and songs. For children from 2 to 5 years old and their families.

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Join us for a program that includes stories and songs. For children from 2 to 5 years old and their families.

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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

LEGO Brick Building

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
STEAM/ STEM
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11)
LEGO Club:

Can you construct the tallest building? How about the strongest? Can you build something entirely new? Join us for some LEGO® fun and surprise us with what  you can create.

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEAM/ STEM

Can you construct the tallest building? How about the strongest? Can you build something entirely new? Join us for some LEGO® fun and surprise us with what  you can create.

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 event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

D&D for Adults

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Game Night
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

The Oceanside Public Library is pleased to bring its patrons the opportunity to participate in the TTRPG, Tabletop Role play game, Dungeons and Dragons.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Game Night
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Oceanside Public Library is pleased to bring its patrons the opportunity to participate in the TTRPG, Tabletop Role play game, Dungeons and Dragons.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Baby Storytime:

Children, ages 0-2, and their caregiver, will enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Children, ages 0-2, and their caregiver, will enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.

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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Cuentos Para Niños

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Cuentos Para Niños:

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

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

Paws to Read

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Academic Support
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11)
Paws to Read with Love on a Leash:

School aged children have an opportunity to meet specially trained dogs and read their favorite stories to them. This reading program can improve reading skills of children who mig...

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Academic Support

School aged children have an opportunity to meet specially trained dogs and read their favorite stories to them. This reading program can improve reading skills of children who might otherwise be intimidated to read in front of adults. No registration required.

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Pathways to Citizenship - Prep Hour

Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Foundation Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Citizenship Class
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Pathways to Citizenship will provide ESL & Citizenship tutoring. Learn more about specific eligibility requirements for naturalization. Come get information to help navigate the pathway to Citizenship.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Citizenship Class
Event Details:

Pathways to Citizenship will provide ESL & Citizenship tutoring. Learn more about specific eligibility requirements for naturalization. Come get information to help navigate the pathway to Citizenship.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Toddler-Preschool 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...

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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Cuentos Para Niños

Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)
Cuentos Para Niños:

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

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.

Christmas Eve Holiday

Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 10:00pm
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Christmas Holiday

All Day
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Computer Basics

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Basic computer skills.  Class in drop-in and is designed to help users get more comfortable with technology.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Basic computer skills.  Class in drop-in and is designed to help users get more comfortable with technology.