Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sales
Ventura Certified Farmers’ MarketJune 13, July 11 & August 8 8:30 am to Noon Look for us on Main Street, near the Mission Saturday, August 15Next large book sale at… Read more »
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Summer Reading Event Mobile Library on Main Street
Monday, June 8 –The Mobile Library will make an appearanceon Main Street, in front of E.P. Foster Library,at 10:00 am for storytime and to register summer readers. At 1:00 pm,… Read more »
Books, Birds and Blooms Garden Tour
Set against the backdrop of beautifully curated gardens and natural spaces, Books, Birds, and Blooms invites guests to explore a series of inspiring outdoor sanctuaries while celebrating the vital role… Read more »
Beat the Heat: Summer Vegetables You Can Still Plant
Avenue Library Wednesday, June 3 6:00 to 7:00 pm Learn which warm-season vegetables thrive when planted in June in our Mediterranean climate and discover varieties that can handle our summer… Read more »
One Book, One Coast
Ventura County Library invites the community to take part in One Book, One Coast, a shared reading experience connecting library systems across California, Oregon, and Washington. Pick up the book… Read more »
Amazing Succulents
Hill Road Library Tuesday, June 2, 4:30 to 5:30 pm earn everything you need to know for happy cacti, indoors or out, and meet fellow garden enthusiasts in the area. … Read more »
Friends’ Bookstore in E.P. Foster Library closed for renovation
In view of the upcoming renovations to E.P. Foster Library, the Friends’ Bookstore closed at this location on March 9. The Friends will continue to hold periodic outdoor sales and… Read more »
Big Changes Ahead for the E.P. Foster Library
The E.P. Foster Library in downtown Ventura will temporarily close beginning March 23 for a $13 million renovation to transform the facility into a modern, accessible space for the community and install a new heating,… Read more »
Adult Collage Lab at Saticoy Library
Every fourth Saturday of the month, Saticoy Library opens its doors to collage enthusiasts of all skill levels. Join us for our inaugural session on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from… Read more »
Nostalgia Gardening: Growing Memories In Your Backyard
Hill Road Library Lounge Tuesday, April 21, 4:30 to 5:45 pm Journey back through the seasons of your life in this heartwarming class featuring cottage garden favorites, and beloved blooms… Read more »
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 »