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Writers' Group

Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Writers' Group:

Meet monthly on the Second Sunday of the Month at Mission Branch Library. Bring 6 copies of up to 1,500 words of prose; or two poems, no more than one page each.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Writing

Meet monthly on the Second Sunday of the Month at Mission Branch Library.

Bring 6 copies of up to 1,500 words of prose; or two poems, no more than one page each.

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

Computer Basics

Monday, December 14, 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 "Children (ages 0-12)" group

Yoga for Kids

Monday, December 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12)
Yoga For Kids:

Calm music, movement and mindfulness with yoga instructor Melanie. For ages 2 to 12.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Calm music, movement and mindfulness with yoga instructor Melanie. For ages 2 to 12.

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

Library Club

Monday, December 14, 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 15, 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 (English/español)

Tuesday, December 15, 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 en inglés y español. Para niños de 2 a 5 años y sus familias.

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 en inglés y español. 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

LEGO Brick Building

Tuesday, December 15, 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 "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Game Night for Teens

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone - Civic Center at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Game Night
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Do you love playing games? Join us each Tuesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Civic Center Library to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, and board games!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Teen Zone - Civic Center
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Game Night
Event Details:

Do you love playing games? Join us each Tuesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Civic Center Library to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, and board games!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

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

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 en español. 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 en español. 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 en español. 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 en español. 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 "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Game Night

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Game Night
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Do you love playing games? Join us each Thursday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the John Landes Community Center Library to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, and board games!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
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 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the John Landes Community Center Library to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, and board games!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

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 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Step Class

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 6:45pm - 8:00pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 5-8), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages

A free step class for all ages and all levels. Enhance your fitness and coordination while enjoying energetic music!

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

A free step class for all ages and all levels. Enhance your fitness and coordination while enjoying energetic music!

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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Food Distribution

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Food Distribution
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages

While supplies last, starts at 11 am. Line starts at the parking lot area.

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Program Type: Food Distribution
Event Details:

While supplies last, starts at 11 am. Line starts at the parking lot area.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Berry Good Foods: Cooking Class

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 5-8), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 5-8), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

The Stitch Nitch Embroidery Club 2026

Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+)

Oceanside Public Library invites teens and adults to participate in the Stitch Nitch Embroidery Club. All levels, from beginner to expert, are invited to attend in person.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Oceanside Public Library invites teens and adults to participate in the Stitch Nitch Embroidery Club. All levels, from beginner to expert, are invited to attend in person.

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.