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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Event Details:

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing 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 event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

Bilingual Book Club (English/Spanish)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11)

Expand your reading, speaking and listening skills in both Spanish and English.

Un club de libros para expandir tu nivel de lectura, expresión oral, y comprensión auditiva en inglés y español.

 

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Expand your reading, speaking and listening skills in both Spanish and English.

Un club de libros para expandir tu nivel de lectura, expresión oral, y comprensión auditiva en inglés y español.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group
Buena Vista Audubon Society Logo

The Seed Keeper Book Discussion at the Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Big Read, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Come to Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center to discuss Oceanside’s Big Read novel The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Light refreshments provided.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Big Read, Book Club
Event Details:

Come to Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center to discuss Oceanside’s Big Read novel The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Light refreshments provided.

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
Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends and their community

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, April 30, 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 "Adults (ages 18+)" group
Discovery Stories

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Event Details:

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing 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 event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
The author approaching a group of elephants.

First Tuesday Page Turners

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

Join us on the First Tuesday of every month at Mission Branch Library.  The books are selected by the group or align with Library programming. 

Book List 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on the First Tuesday of every month at Mission Branch Library.  The books are selected by the group or align with Library programming. 

Book List 

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends and their community

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, May 7, 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 "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
book cover for witch hat atelier vol 1

Animanga Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone - Civic Center at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (ages 13-17)

Do you love manga and/or anime? Join us at Animanga Club! We will be discussing Witch Hat Atelier, Vol. 1, by Kamome Shirahama.

Sign up for a free copy of the book! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Teen Zone - Civic Center
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love manga and/or anime? Join us at Animanga Club! We will be discussing Witch Hat Atelier, Vol. 1, by Kamome Shirahama.

Sign up for a free copy of the book! 

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group
Multiple vinyl records panned out on a surface

Wind-Up Vinyl Hour

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Library Courtyard at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Join us on the 2nd Monday of every month for Wind-Up Vinyl Hour. Every month, participants will be prompted to bring a record that matches a new theme. May's theme is "May Gray." 

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Courtyard
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd Monday of every month for Wind-Up Vinyl Hour. Every month, participants will be prompted to bring a record that matches a new theme. May's theme is "May Gray." 

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
Discovery Stories

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Event Details:

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing 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 event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
boy and girl sitting on shore

Tween Graphic Novel Book Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12)
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club:

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

Read and discuss the graphic novel Saving Sunshine by Saadia Faruqi and Shazleen Khan

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

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

Read and discuss the graphic novel Saving Sunshine by Saadia Faruqi and Shazleen Khan

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
Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends and their community

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, May 14, 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 "Adults (ages 18+)" group
Orange background with the San Diego Comic-Con logo and toucan mascot

San Diego Comic-Con Graphic Novel Book Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

Oceanside Public Library hosts a Graphic Novel Book Club for adults in partnership with San Diego Comic-Con International. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Oceanside Public Library hosts a Graphic Novel Book Club for adults in partnership with San Diego Comic-Con International. 

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 "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
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BookTalk: a Reading Club for Teens

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (ages 13-17)

Join us for a laid-back teen book club where we pick a monthly read—but it’s cool if you’re into something else! Bring whatever you’re reading, get a little crafty, and hang out with fellow book lovers.

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a laid-back teen book club where we pick a monthly read—but it’s cool if you’re into something else! Bring whatever you’re reading, get a little crafty, and hang out with fellow book lovers.

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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Event Details:

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing 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 event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
girl in front of tree

Tween Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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 Lola by Karla Arenas Valenti

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 Lola by Karla Arenas Valenti

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
Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends and their community

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, May 21, 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 "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group
four adults talking in business setting

Platica y Platillos: Club de Lectura

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Únase a nosotros en el Centro Comunitario Landes para un evento que fomenta la construcción de comunidad y el enriquecimiento cultural. Este club de lectura es una oportunidad para fortalecer vínculos y explorar juntos temas culturales.

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
Event Details:

Únase a nosotros en el Centro Comunitario Landes para un evento que fomenta la construcción de comunidad y el enriquecimiento cultural. Este club de lectura es una oportunidad para fortalecer vínculos y explorar juntos temas culturales.

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
Picture of a rainbow with a purple background. White text reads "LGBTQ+ book club third Thursdays 6:30pm Mission Branch Library"

LGBTQ+ Book Club 2026

Thursday, May 21, 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 

Memorial Day Holiday

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Adelante Bookmobile, All Library Locations
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Adelante Bookmobile, All Library Locations
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
Discovery Stories

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
READS Program Space at READS Learning Center
Program Type:
Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills

Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Book Club, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center, Workshop, Writing
Event Details:

A fun and interactive program for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing 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 event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

Bilingual Book Club (English/Spanish)

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11)

Expand your reading, speaking and listening skills in both Spanish and English.

Un club de libros para expandir tu nivel de lectura, expresión oral, y comprensión auditiva en inglés y español.

 

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Expand your reading, speaking and listening skills in both Spanish and English.

Un club de libros para expandir tu nivel de lectura, expresión oral, y comprensión auditiva en inglés y español.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
Title text "you weren't mean to be human" with lifelike worms crawling through and around the text

Books & Brew

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+)

Come join us for our fun monthly book club meeting at Shoots (Tremont Collective). Grab a drink, relax, and chat about some great books with us!

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

Come join us for our fun monthly book club meeting at Shoots (Tremont Collective). Grab a drink, relax, and chat about some great books with us!

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends and their community

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, May 28, 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.