Happenings at E.P. Foster

  • Teen Volunteers

    Teen Advisory Group at E.P. Foster Library
    Need school community service credit?  Teens 13-17 who want to help the library can join the Teen Advisory Group at E.P. Foster Library and plan fun TEEN and CHILDREN’S events!
    Contact: sienna.sydlaske@ventura.org

    Avenue Library also has a teen volunteer group. The Teen Volunteer Club (ages 13 to 18) assists the Homework Center Coordinator by helping tutor students, as well as, helping to create STEAM projects for the children of the community. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please email Ina Holladay at ina.holladay@ventura.org.  

  • 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. 

  • Adult Collage Sunday

    E.P. Foster Library Topping Room

    Third Sunday of the month

    Special Date Change for April: April 27

    11:00 am to 1:00 pm

    Join us for a fun and creative collage event! Supplies will be provided, and you are welcome to bring your own. Unleash your creativity and make something unique.

  • Minecraft Club 2025

    Minecraft Gaming at the library
     E. P Foster Library
    Hill Road Library
    In April, April 7 & 14
    2nd & 4th Mondays, 3:30 to 5:00

    An 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.

  • 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 pm     

    Families 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.

  • Crafty Little Fox Club

    E.P . Foster Library
    Wednesdays, 3:30 to 5:00 pm
    Kids are welcome to drop by  for self-guided arts, crafts and coloring.

    A special, structured craft will be provided every 4th Wednesday of the month.

  • Storytime 2025

    E.P. Foster Library MONDAYS at 10:30 am  On the 2nd Floor

    Avenue Library TUESDAYS at 4 pm In English and Spanish, in the children’s area.

    Hill Road Library, WEDNESDAYS at 10:30 am  Indoors in the Children’s area.

    Saticoy Library, THURSDAYS at 10:00 am