Hill Road Library

  • Garden to Table: Some Like It Hot: Mastering Pepper Production

    Avenue Library, Wednesday, May 7, 4:00 to 5:00 pm Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45261 Walk ins welcome!

    Hill Road Library Tuesday, May 13, 5:00 to 6:00 pm Link to register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45258 Walk ins welcome!

    Learn essential skills for pepper success, including variety selection for our climate, proper growing conditions, and timing tips for both sweet and hot peppers – from seed starting through harvest – plus expert guidance on proper harvesting methods & preservation techniques.

  • 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! 

  • Garden to Table Series: Tomato Time

    Tomato Time: Secrets of Growing Perfect Tomatoes

    Avenue Library, Wed., April 2, 4:00 to 5:00 pm     Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45260 Walk ins Welcome!

    Hill Road Library, Tuesday, April 8, 5:00 to  6:00 pm Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45259

    Craving the unbeatable taste of sun-ripened tomatoes fresh from your own garden? Join Master Gardener Terry Garman to discover why Ventura County’s Mediterranean climate makes it the perfect place to grow these beloved fruits! From selecting the right varieties to mastering support methods and natural pest management, we’ll cover the complete growing cycle – seed starting through harvest. Get expert tips on common challenges, succession planting for continuous harvests, plus simple cooking and preservation methods to enjoy your homegrown bounty year-round.

    Then, in May: Some Like It Hot: Mastering Pepper Production, Hill Road Library, Tuesday, May 13, 5:00 to 6:00 pm

  • 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.

  • Teen Craft Club at Hill Road Library

    Hill Road Library,

    Wednesdays, 3:45 to 5:00 pm

    April 9 & 23, May 7 & 21

    Every other week we will meet and make something crafty. This program is designed for people ages 11-19.

    In February, crafts were Amigurumi Ladybugs &: Fabric Marbling.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • Garden to Table Series with Certified Master Gardener, Terry Garman

    Spring into Action: Beans & Squash Success

    Avenue Library, Wednesday, March 12, 4:00 to 5:00 pm.
    Hill Road Library, Tuesday, March 18, 5:00 to  6:00 pm

    Discover everything from selecting the perfect varieties – including classic green beans, lima beans, red runners, and summer squashes – to mastering essential growing techniques. Learn proper spacing, support methods, watering practices, and natural pest management solutions

  • 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 5:00

    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.

  • Game On!

    Board Games for all ages. 

    Hill Road Library
     Sundays, 11 am to 1 pm

    Drop by and choose from over 35 games to play!  For all ages.  Fun for families or a great reason to meet with friends.

  • 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.

  • 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