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:

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.

All are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Oakdale Library. 1:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Teens will have the opportunity to write, share and discuss their creative fan fiction with each other in a positive environment. Recommended for ages 12-18. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

The public is invited to receive free tax preparation assistance from Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). 4-7:30 pm. 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. 10:30 a.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

This month the book club will discuss “English Creek” by Ivan Doig. 11:30 a.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Create unique designs with Perler beads. When heat is applied, these colorful beads fuse together, preserving the crafter’s design. 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 3rd St. 209-883-2293.

Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

The book club will discuss “The Illusion of Separateness” by Simon Van Booy. 4 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Five-week course taught by Kristin Harris, an advanced nutrition consultant student from the Bauman College Wellness Program. Topics covered in this course include eating for health, lean proteins and clean fats, allergy-free eating, and how to gain energy and lose weight. 6:45 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

This month's selection is “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak. 10:30 a.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 3rd St. 209-883-2293.

Games teach socialization, sharing, taking turns, and hand-eye coordination. 1:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Children can make Dr. Seuss inspired fishbowls using paper plates, paint and goldfish crackers. 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.

The public is invited to receive free tax preparation assistance from Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). 4-7:30 pm. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Community members are invited to attend. 6:30 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

In celebration of Dr Seuss' 113th birthday, paint hats inspired by the Cat in the Hat. All ages. 9 a.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

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.

Learn about non-Newtonian liquids by making Dr. Seuss-inspired Oobleck. This program might get a little messy, so please dress accordingly. This program is designed for ages 6 and up. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

3 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008; 3 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473; 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204; 3:30 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191; 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 South Abbie St. 209-524-5505; 3:30 p.m. Ceres Library, 2250 Magnolia St. 209-537-8938; 4 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

The public is invited to receive free tax preparation assistance from Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). 4-7:30 pm. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Come join us for a relaxing day of coloring. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Children under 4 must have direct parental supervision. 3 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Paper, colored pencils and crayons, and an assortment of designs supplied. 10 a.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

Paper, colored pencils and crayons, and an assortment of designs supplied. 1-3 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Paper, colored pencils and crayons, and an assortment of designs supplied. 1-4 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Join fellow bibliophiles for monthly book discussions at the Turlock Library. 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 read to preschool age children and their families. 11 a.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

The public is invited to receive free tax preparation assistance from Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). 4-7:30 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

This story was originally published February 24, 2017 at 4:09 PM with the headline "At the libraries: Activities for kids and adults abound."