At the libraries: Activities for kids and adults abound

A weekly glance at the many programs for children and adults offered by the Stanislaus County Library system’s 13 branches. Some programs are ongoing, others are special events and all are free and open to the public:

Knitting and crocheting help for beginners or those needing help with a special project. 3 p.m. Wednesdays. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

After Story Time on Thursdays. Music, movement, and sensory play. 10:30 a.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

New and classic picture books, flannelboard and puppet stories, fingerplays, music and dancing, all for preschoolers aged 3-5 and their caregivers. Held regularly at most branches; contact individual branches for dates, times and locales.

Storybooks, lap bounces, music, dancing, rhythm activities, fingerplays and more at programs for babies, active toddlers, and adult caregivers. Held regularly at most branches; contact individual branches for dates, times and locales.

Participants can make a Halloween craft, play games, and Trick-or-Treat. 3:15 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Kids are invited to come in costume to the Riverbank Library and join in the fun! Make spooky origami ghosts and bats, mummy piñatas and monster shakers. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Riverbank Library. 3-4:30 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Celebrate Halloween with crafts, games, and trick or treat goodies for costumed kids of all ages. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

A basic introduction to computers, including an explanation of the parts of the computer, a tour of Windows, and simple tasks. Advance registration is required. 10:30 a.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Join us for a reading of Ginger Wadsworth's “Up, Up, and Away,” which depicts the life cycle of an orb weaver spider. After the story participants will create their own webs using yarn and paper plates. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with mental illness. 5 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

A string quartet from the Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra will help to enhance this Story Time experience. After Story Time, participants are invited to try a variety of instruments in the Instrument Petting Zoo. 6:15 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

This month's selection is “Out Stealing Horses” by Per Petterson. 10:30 a.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

“Python Ron” McGee will bring his favorite lizards and snakes to the library for a creepy crawly good time. This educational, hands-on show-and-tell is open to all ages and is perfect for grade school children. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Join us for games at the library. All ages are welcome! Games teach socialization, sharing, taking turns, and hand-eye coordination. 3:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

All are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Waterford Library. 4 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

All are welcome to attend the monthly board meeting. 6:30 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

A basic introduction to computers, including an explanation of the parts of the computer, a tour of Windows, and simple tasks. Advance registration is required. 10:30 a.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

This workshop will introduce you to the Internet and the World Wide Web and teach you how to search on the Web. Advance registration is required. 1:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Create a craft using patterned duct tape. 3 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

“Python Ron” McGee will bring his favorite lizards and snakes to the library for a creepy crawly good time. This educational, hands-on show-and-tell is open to all ages and is perfect for grade school children. 3 p.m. Empire Library, 18 South Abbie St. 209-524-5505.

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO displays for the library. Children under 4 must have direct adult supervision. 3:30 p.m. Ceres Library, 2250 Magnolia St. 209-537-8938.

Celebrate the Thanksgiving season by making a Fruit Loop Corn Craft. Children can decorate a paper corn cutout using cereal. Kids can also make a Fruit Loop Necklace to wear and then eat later. All materials will be provided. Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

A basic introduction to computers, including an explanation of the parts of the computer, a tour of Windows, and simple tasks. Advance registration is required. 6 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Adults and teens can come to the Keyes Library to decorate a mason jar with leaves. When completed, the decorated mason jar can be used as a festive candle holder. 1 and 3 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Coloring has been shown to be a stress reliever for adults. Library supplies the paper, colored pencils and crayons, and an assortment of designs. 1:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO displays for the library. Children under 4 must have direct adult supervision. 3 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Can you balance on one leg like a flamingo or arch your back like a cat? This program is a playful introduction to simple yoga poses, perfect for children ages 3 and up. 3:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Color yourself calm for a relaxing day of coloring. Open hours. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

“Python Ron” McGee will bring his favorite lizards and snakes to the library for a creepy crawly good time. This educational, hands-on show-and-tell is open to all ages and is perfect for grade school children. 1 and 3 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

A Modesto Youth Orchestra string quartet will provide a delightful hour of music. Refreshments will be served following the program. 2 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

Join fellow bibliophiles for monthly book discussions. 3 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

A basic introduction to computers, including an explanation of the parts of the computer, a tour of Windows, and simple tasks. Advance registration is required. 10 a.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Mayor Richard O’Brien will visit the Riverbank Library and read to preschool age children and their families following Story Time. 11 a.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

This story was originally published October 28, 2016 at 4:05 PM with the headline "At the libraries: Activities for kids and adults abound."