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Grow Together/¡Crecer Juntos!
Hill Road Library
Sunday, May 18, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
A day of family gardening fun! Local author Dr. Kathleen Contreras will read from her new book, Harvesting Friends/Cosechando Amigos at 11 am, and each family in attendance will receive a copy while supplies last! Our community partners at Saticoy Food Hub will host a variety of gardening activities on the patio for children and families, including crafting seed piñatas! Many thanks to the Saticoy Food Hub and California Library Literacy Services for making this event possible!
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Discover Science 2025
Discover Science – Easter Egg Rockets
Hill Road Library
Saturday, May10, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Join the Discover Science team and explore the properties of non-Newtonian fluids by creating festive green and gold oobleck.March project: Oobleck, February: Lava lamp density & chemical reactions. January: Fake Snow Making, exploring endothermic reactions through creating fake snow.
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Master Gardener Kids: Bee Brilliant: Nature’s Tiny Heroes
Hill Road Library Thursday, April 10, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Dive into the fascinating world of bees! Children will learn about bee biology, hive life, pollination, and why these tiny insects are crucial to our ecosystem. Through interactive activities, kids will discover how bees communicate, make honey, and help our planet. They’ll explore bee anatomy, understand their social structure, and learn about conservation—all while having buzzing good fun! Taught by certified Master Gardener Kat Baker. Class intended for children through age 12. Link to Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45254 Walk ins welcome!
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Master Gardener Kids: Wiggly Worms & Wonder: Kids’ Composting Adventure
Hill Road Library, Thursday, April 17, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold! In this class, young environmentalists will discover the fascinating world of composting while learning how nature recycles. Class taught by certified Master Gardener, Daveta Cooper.
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STEAM Fun at Avenue Library
Third Wednesdays of the Month, April 16, May 21, 4:00 to 5:00 pm
Avenue Library’s Teen Volunteer Club presents STEAM activities on the third Wednesday of the month from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. The event is free and open to children, grades K-12.
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Spring Festival: Once Upon A Rainbow
E.P. Foster Library Topping Room
Friday, April 18, 2:30 – 4:00pm
Celebrate the magic of spring and our beautiful planet at our Spring Festival: Once Upon a Rainbow, hosted by the Teen Advisory Group! Join us for an afternoon filled with colorful fun, including glitter tattoos, seed planting, paper flowers, potion making, bubbles, and a whimsical photo station. Let’s embrace the season with creativity, laughter, and a little sparkle! This event is free and open to the public.
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Robotics Club – Avenue Library
Robotics Club for 4th & 5th Graders!
Dive into the world of robotics in our interactive 6-session workshop! Design, program, and assemble robots while exploring the exciting world of STEM.
Tuesdays @ 3:30 – 5:00 PM
1st Meeting: March 4
March 4 – April 15 (No session March 25 for Spring Break)
Space is limited—registration required!
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Minecraft Club 2025
Minecraft Gaming at the library
E. P Foster Library
Hill Road Library
April 7 & 14, May 5 &19
1st & 3ry Mondays, 3:30 to 5:00An in-person Minecraft program where we play on the same server together.This program is limited to participants ages 5-17 years old. Space is limited. First come, first served.
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Game On!
Board Games for all ages.
Hill Road Library
Sundays, 11 am to 1 pmDrop by and choose from over 35 games to play! For all ages. Fun for families or a great reason to meet with friends.
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Paws for Reading 2025
Join PAWS dogs for one-on-one reading sessions. Arrive at the library early to choose a book and get in line to read to a special pooch.
Children of all ages are welcome!
Hill Road Library Wednesdays, 3:30 to 5:00 pm
E.P. Foster Library Thursdays, 4:00 to 5:30 pmFamilies are invited to attend the festivities, including photo area, crafts, and special doggie treats to take home to furry friends. Celebrate this anniversary with current and past therapy dogs and handlers and honor the remarkable dogs and volunteers who make it all possible.
This event is free and open to the public. For additional information, please contact Sienna Sydlaske, Youth Librarian Specialist, at (805) 648 2716 or sienna.sydlaske@ventura.org.
