Sales Shelves at Hill Road Library
Browse our jigsaw puzzles, children’s books, vintage books and discover hidden treasures! Ventura Friends of the Library regularly stock our sales shelves in Hill Road Library. Payment is accepted in… Read more »
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Master Gardeners Series
Gardening Tools: Tool School – Basic to Brilliant Avenue Library, Wednesday, May 6, 6:00 to 7:00 pm You’ll discover the tools every gardener needs, explore high-quality options, and even learn… Read more »
Ventura County Library and the Rotary Club of Ventura present a month of peace-building activities in March!
Rotarians approach peace not as the absence of conflict, but as “positive peace”—strengthening communities by addressing root causes such as poverty, lack of education, and limited access to opportunities. In… Read more »
Master Gardeners Learning Series: Bird-Friendly Gardens
Hill Road LibraryTuesday, March 10, 5:00 to 5:45 pm Create outdoor spaces that attract, support, and nurture local bird populations. Participants will learn how to transform ordinary gardens into vibrant… Read more »
Snow White Storytime
E.P. Foster Library Topping Room Saturday, March 21, 11:00 am to noon Enjoy a special reading of the beloved tale of Snow White, followed by a mini dance performance with… Read more »
Master Gardeners Series: Secrets of Growing Perfect Tomatoes
Avenue Library Meeting RoomWednesday, March 25, 6:00 to 7:00 pm Discover why Ventura County’s Mediterranean climate makes it the perfect place to grow these beloved fruits! Whether you dream of… Read more »
Hill Road Library Maker Lab March 2026
Thursdays,March 12, 19 & 26, 3:30 to 4:30 pm (Almost) Pi Day Celebration March 12: Celebrate (Almost) Pi Day, starting at 3:14 pm! We will have a Pi-themed project, a 3D… Read more »
Friends of the Library Bookstore in E.P Foster Library
Half Price Clearance at Friends’ Bookstore in E.P. Foster! Monday through Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Sundays, 1:00 to 4:00 pm In view of the upcoming renovations to E.P…. Read more »
Big Changes Ahead for the E.P. Foster Library
Nancy Schram, Ventura County Library Director announces Big Changes Ahead for the E.P. Foster Library “The E.P. Foster Library in Downtown Ventura is preparing to turn the page to an… Read more »
House Plant Rescue
Hill Road Library Tuesday, February 3, 5:00 to 6:00 pm Learn how you can bring your houseplants back to life. Learn about common problems and pests, and the best conditions… Read more »
Hill Road Library Maker Lab February 2026
Thursdays,February 5, 12, 19 & 26, 3:30 to 4:30 pm February 5 & 19: Lego Challenge Valenslime February 12: Slime scientists are invited to create Valentine-themed slime. Space is limited; sign-up… Read more »
Composting 101: Turn Green Waste into Gold
Avenue Library Wednesday, February 11, 6:00 to 7:00 pm Join Certified Ventura County Master Gardener, Terry Garman, to learn the basics of making compost. Compost is nature’s best soil amendment. We… Read more »
Introduction to Hydroponics: Growing More in Less Space
E.P. Foster Library Saturday, February 14, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Discover the basics of hydroponic gardening in this 90 minute class designed for beginners with limited growing space. Learn… Read more »
Minecraft Club 2026
Minecraft Gaming at the library E. P Foster LibraryHill Road Library2nd and 4th Mondays February 9 & 23, March 9 & 23 3:30 to 5:00 An in-person Minecraft program where we play on… Read more »
Game Day
E.P. Foster Library Makerspace Tuesday, February 10 & 24, 4:00 to 5:30 pm Join us for a fun-filled game afternoon featuring the Nex Playground, Mario Kart, and Super Smash Bros!… Read more »