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, flannel board and puppet stories, finger plays, music and dancing, all for preschoolers ages 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.

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 month the book club will discuss “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak. A limited number of copies are available at the circulation desk. 10 a.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

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.

Magician Shawn Durham encourages reading and and will amaze audiences with magic! This show is open to all ages, and is perfect for preschool age children and older. 3:30 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

Children will create paper owls using fall-themed colors. All ages are welcome. Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

This workshop is a continuation of Beginning Word and will teach you additional basic functions of Microsoft Word. Advance registration is required. 5 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

For stay-at-home mothers who would like to connect with other stay-at-home mothers. We encourage you to come with your children. 10 a.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Children can make hats that looks like turkeys. We will supply the materials. Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 3 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

Teens and adults can weave unique miniature projects using yarn on cardboard looms. This simple project requires focus, patience and good hand eye coordination. All materials will be provided, however participants are welcome to bring their own yarn. This craft is designed for ages 13 and up. Children under 13 will be provided with coloring sheets to do during the craft. 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Share your ideas and earn community service credit. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Join our book club for interesting discussions about books. 1 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO displays for the library. Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

This activity is designed for children ages 5 to 10. Children will be given the opportunity to learn what magnetism is and what causes it. 3:30 p.m. Ceres Library, 2250 Magnolia St. 209-537-8938.

Children of all ages will activate their senses by creating a batch of non-edible pumpkin pie moon sand. Participants can unleash their creativity by building and shaping this fragrant concoction. 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 South Abbie St. 209-524-5505.

Designed for ages 9-12. Use our button maker to make 1.75-inch pins. Choose from a variety of images provided by the library, or bring your own printed or drawn images. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

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.

Enjoy an afternoon of dancing and games. You can also put together your very own paper scarecrow to take home. Noon to 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 3rd St. 209-883-2293.

Attorney Julie Richardson will review the basics of estate planning, including a discussion of all the documents you will need plus other issues to consider. Please come to this important seminar. 2 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Learn tips to save money and find bargains. 3:30 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

All are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Patterson Library. Meetings are held the second Monday of the month. Come by and support your local library. 1 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Get ready for the holiday season by learning how to shop wisely and save money. The Modesto Money Mavens will discuss strategies for saving time and money, as well as sharing couponing techniques and smartphone apps that may help shoppers save even more. 5:30 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

This story was originally published November 4, 2016 at 2:13 PM with the headline "At the libraries: Activities for kids and adults abound."