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This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group

Tween Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12)
Tween Chapter Book Club:

Tweens are invited to read and discuss tween chapter books, do a hands-on activity and make new friends!

Read and discuss the chapter book Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs by Pam Muñoz Ryan.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tweens are invited to read and discuss tween chapter books, do a hands-on activity and make new friends!

Read and discuss the chapter book Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs by Pam Muñoz Ryan.

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

Pathways to Citizenship - Prep Hour

Wednesday, January 21, 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 "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Interfaith Office Hours

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Foundation Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Interfaith Community Services empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through comprehensive programs, in partnership with diverse faith communities and people of compassion.

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

Interfaith Community Services empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through comprehensive programs, in partnership with diverse faith communities and people of compassion.

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

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

Thursday, January 22, 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, January 22, 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 "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
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Afternoon Eats at the Library

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
John Landes Community Center Courtyard at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Food Distribution, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Join us for free meals at John Landes Community Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is required.

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, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for free meals at John Landes Community Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is 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.

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

Afternoon Eats at the Library

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Civic Center Library Childrens Area at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Food Distribution, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Join us for meals at Civic Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Childrens Area
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, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for meals at Civic Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is 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.

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

Game Night

Thursday, January 22, 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 "Children (ages 5-8)" group

Learn to Play Pokémon for ages 5-8 with Parent

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Homeschool Friendly, Workshop
Age Group:
Children (ages 5-8)

Kids 5-8 years old, bring a parent and join the downtown Civic Center Library to learn how to play the popular Pokémon card trading game.  This is for kids and parents that play at the beginning level, with no experience.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 5-8)
Program Type: Homeschool Friendly, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids 5-8 years old, bring a parent and join the downtown Civic Center Library to learn how to play the popular Pokémon card trading game.  This is for kids and parents that play at the beginning level, with no experience.

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

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Book Club, READS Learning Center
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
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+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
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 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group

Homework Helpers

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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)

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.

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

Cafecito: English Practice

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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:

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skillsCome practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!Ve...

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! 

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

Toddler Art Class with Studio ACE

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)

This class focuses on bringing toddlers and their guardians together to explore their artistic creativity and work on something fun together, using different techniques and styles of art and materials suitable for ages 2-5.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class focuses on bringing toddlers and their guardians together to explore their artistic creativity and work on something fun together, using different techniques and styles of art and materials suitable for ages 2-5.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Pre-K STEAM

Friday, January 23, 2026 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 2-5, 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 2-5, 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Berry Good Foods: Cooking Class

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a fun and free cooking class with local chefs at the John Landes Community Resource Center in Oceanside!

Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and free cooking class with local chefs at the John Landes Community Resource Center in Oceanside!

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

Make and Create for Teens

Friday, January 23, 2026 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)

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: Pop Tart Pillows

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: Pop Tart Pillows

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

Meet the Author: Olivia Chilcote

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Join local author and professor, Dr. Olivia Chilcote, for a presentation on her book, Unrecognized in California: Federal Acknowledgment and the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

Join local author and professor, Dr. Olivia Chilcote, for a presentation on her book, Unrecognized in California: Federal Acknowledgment and the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians.

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

Computer Basics

Monday, January 26, 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
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

VCC Tobacco & Opioid Prevention Program Tabling

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Come learn about the resources and services offered by the Vista Community Clinic Tobacco & Opioid Prevention Program -including free Naloxone.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come learn about the resources and services offered by the Vista Community Clinic Tobacco & Opioid Prevention Program -including free Naloxone.

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

Interfaith Office Hours

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Foundation Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Interfaith Community Services empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through comprehensive programs, in partnership with diverse faith communities and people of compassion.

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

Interfaith Community Services empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through comprehensive programs, in partnership with diverse faith communities and people of compassion.

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

Library Club

Monday, January 26, 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 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" 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

Afternoon Eats at the Library

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Civic Center Library Childrens Area at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Food Distribution, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Join us for meals at Civic Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Childrens Area
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, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for meals at Civic Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is 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.

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

Monday Writers' Group

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

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. 

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

Cafecito: English Practice

Monday, January 26, 2026 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:

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skillsCome practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!Ve...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
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! 

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.