Event List

Filters
Age Group
children sitting on carpet with attention toward front of room

Cuentos Para Niños

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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.

woman with pencil and paper smiles up at person pointing to paper

New Tutor Training

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
ESL/ Literacy Tutor Training, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Tutor Training:

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 li...

Open
Required
Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: ESL/ Literacy Tutor Training, READS Learning Center
Required

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. 

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.

girl reading book to dog

Paws to Read

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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.

four adults talking in business setting

Cafecito: English Practice

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
John Landes Community Center Study Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Cafecito English Conversation Group:

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 encontr...

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Study Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

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! 

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.

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

Plastic car with Sphero balls inside

Spring STEM Design Camp for Ages 8-14

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Civic Center Early Learning Hub at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Homeschool Friendly, STEAM/ STEM
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Join STEM Ambassadors from CSUSM and participate in weekly hands-on STEM Activities.  Solve real world design challenges using a variety of technologies and building materials...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Early Learning Hub
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Homeschool Friendly, STEAM/ STEM
Required
Event Details:

Join STEM Ambassadors from CSUSM and participate in weekly hands-on STEM Activities.  Solve real world design challenges using a variety of technologies and building materials.  Projects include circuitry, coding, 3D modeling, game desig

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.

Digital Literacy Workshop Series in Spanish

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Event Details:

 Serie de 3 clases9 de AbrilConceptos Básicos De InternetEn este taller, aprenderán sobre los exploradores web y los motores de búsqueda, desarrollarán habilidades para navega...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

 

Serie de 3 clases

book cover of Annihilation with vine and dragonfly

Books & Brew

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Event Details:

Come join us for our fun monthly book club meeting now at TBD. Grab a drink, relax, and chat about some great books with us!March's Book Selection: Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeerT...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Event Details:

Come join us for our fun monthly book club meeting now at TBD. Grab a drink, relax, and chat about some great books with us!

March's Book Selection: Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer

group of preschool age children with hands raised like answering a question

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

children sitting on carpet with attention toward front of room

Cuentos Para Niños

Thursday, April 24, 2025 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.

teen using vr headset

Game Night

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Game Night
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Do you love playing games? Join us each Tuesday 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 1...

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 Tuesday 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!

Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends and their community

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Book Club, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Next Chapter Book Club:

A read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Readers and non-readers are welcome to join!

Event Details:

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

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

A read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Readers and non-readers are welcome to join!

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.

group of children sitting and standing around adult who is writing in homework book

Homework Helpers

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Academic Support
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Event Details:

One-on-one homework help every Thursday in the Mission Branch Library Community Room for students in grades K-8. Walk-ins welcome, no registration required.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Academic Support
Event Details:

One-on-one homework help every Thursday in the Mission Branch Library Community Room for students in grades K-8.

Walk-ins welcome, 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.

four adults talking in business setting

Cafecito: English Practice

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Foundation Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Cafecito English Conversation Group:

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 encontr...

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

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! 

school age child holding beaker while another school age child pours liquid

Pre-K STEAM

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Civic Center Early Learning Hub at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Early Education, STEAM/ STEM
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5)
Pre-K STEAM Club:

Children ages 3-5, and their caregivers, can join to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math topics and have fun in this hands-on class perfect for your little one!&...

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Early Learning Hub
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Education, STEAM/ STEM

Children ages 3-5, and their caregivers, can join to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math topics and have fun in this hands-on class perfect for your little one! 

*While Supplies Last*

 

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.

LEGO figurine standing on LEGO board with banner 'Kids at Work LEGO Building Club'

LEGO Brick Building

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM/ STEM
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12)
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: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12)
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.

make and create for teens text on yellow background with craft supplies surrounding it

Make and Create for Teens

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Let's get crafty! Join us at 4:30 p.m. at Mission Branch Library for crafts and snacks. All materials will be provided.Today's Project: Needle Punch Coasters

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let's get crafty! Join us at 4:30 p.m. at Mission Branch Library for crafts and snacks. All materials will be provided.

Today's Project: Needle Punch Coasters

row of computers with students, teach at end of line pointing at computer

Computer Basics - 2025

Monday, April 28, 2025 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+)
Event Details:

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.

colorful paper, pencils, tape and scissors

Library Club

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
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.

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.

Meetup Series: Homeschool

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Education, Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12)
Event Details:

Join the fun at the library with bi-monthly meetups that are fun for the whole family! There will be activities, toys and plenty of space to hang out and connect with others in you...

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Education, Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Join the fun at the library with bi-monthly meetups that are fun for the whole family!

Disclaimer(s)

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

laptop open with only keyboard showing paper and pen held by hands in writing postion

Monday Writers' Group 2025

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Event Details:

Bring 3-5 pages of your writing to share. 

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

Bring 3-5 pages of your writing to share. 

four adults talking in business setting

Cafecito: English Practice

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Cafecito English Conversation Group:

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 encontr...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

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! 

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.

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

four adults talking in business setting

Cafecito: English Practice

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)
Cafecito English Conversation Group:

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 encontr...

Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

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! 

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.

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

group of preschool age children with hands raised like answering a question

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 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.

Adult woman reading with two babies

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center 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: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
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.