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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.

Waitlist
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 "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 "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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, January 27, 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.

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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

Native Pathway's Youth Program

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
John Landes Community Room at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Life Skills, Workshop
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Life Skills, Workshop
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Carpe Diem: Youth Life Skills Class

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
John Landes Community Center Courtyard at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, February 3, 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 "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Oceanside, Near and Far: Taiko Drumming Workshop

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+)

Oceanside, Near & Far

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Oceanside, Near & Far

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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, February 10, 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 5-8)" group

Learn to Play Pokémon for ages 5-8 with Parent

Thursday, February 12, 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

Cupid Crew with AARP

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Foundation Room at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Join us at the Oceanside Public Library for Cupid Crew, a special event to bring joy and connection to older adults at risk for isolation. Together we will write notes of encouragement and support.

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

Join us at the Oceanside Public Library for Cupid Crew, a special event to bring joy and connection to older adults at risk for isolation. Together we will write notes of encouragement and support.

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

Carpe Diem: Youth Life Skills Class

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
John Landes Community Center Courtyard at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
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

3-D Printer Hands-On Help & Live Demos

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Adult Reference Desk at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Bring your questions and see or participate in a hands-on demo.

 

This is a drop-in style workshop, no registration is required.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Adult Reference Desk
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your questions and see or participate in a hands-on demo.

 

This is a drop-in style workshop, 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.

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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, February 17, 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

Monday Writers' Group

Monday, February 23, 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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, February 24, 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 5-8)" group

Learn to Play Pokémon for ages 5-8 with Parent

Thursday, February 26, 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 "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Carpe Diem: Youth Life Skills Class

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
John Landes Community Center Courtyard at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, March 3, 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

Discovery Stories

Tuesday, March 10, 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 5-8)" group

Learn to Play Pokémon for ages 5-8 with Parent

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

Carpe Diem: Youth Life Skills Class

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
John Landes Community Center Courtyard at John Landes Community Center Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Workshop
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

3-D Printer Hands-On Help & Live Demos

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Adult Reference Desk at Civic Center Library
Program Type:
Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Bring your questions and see or participate in a hands-on demo.

 

This is a drop-in style workshop, no registration is required.

Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Adult Reference Desk
Age Group: Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your questions and see or participate in a hands-on demo.

 

This is a drop-in style workshop, 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.