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.

Take some time away from the holiday rush and join us for a fun and classic holiday movie, “Home Alone.” The film features the story of young Kevin McCallister, who protects his home after he is left alone. The movie is rated PG for Parental Guidance. Drop-in, no sign up required. 5 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Come take part in a free yoga program with Rosa, our bilingual Yoga instructor. Yoga is a type of mind-body workout that combines stretching and strengthening exercises with deep breathing for relaxation. 11:30 a.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Children will make snowflakes using painted puzzle pieces and other materials. All ages are welcome, however children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Children and their families can enjoy a family-friendly movie and picnic dinner at the library. Children may come in their pajamas. Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket to sit on. 6 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

Children can craft felt penguin bookmarks. Noon. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Create and enjoy a delicious marshmallow snowman. 3:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Children will have the opportunity to build LEGO creations. Children under 4 must have direct adult supervision. 3:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Bring the entire family for Story Time and a craft. 6 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

The Grinch has stolen all of our candy canes and hidden them throughout the library. Find them all and win one for your taste buds. 10 a.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

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

Make a yummy snowman or reindeer out of delicious donuts, snack cakes and candy! We will provide all the goodies. 3:30 p.m. Ceres Library, 2250 Magnolia St. 209-537-8938.

Little aspiring architects everywhere will enjoy creating their own gingerbread style houses using graham crackers, frosting and an assortment of edible decorations. Completed houses may be taken home and used as a decoration or enjoyed as a snack. 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 South Abbie St. 209-524-5505.

Learn basic crochet techniques with Instructor Prithika Singh. Please bring your own crochet hooks. Yarn will be provided. 4 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Designed for ages 9-12. Join us to discuss your favorite books and participate in fun games and activities. This month’s book club selection is the graphic novel “Awkward” by Svetlana Chmakova. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

This story was originally published December 16, 2016 at 3:10 PM with the headline "At the libraries: Activities for kids and adults abound."