At the libraries

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.

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.

Learn Japanese Kumihimo loom braiding. Materials will be provided. Advanced registration is required as space is limited to 12 participants. This program is geared for teens and tweens. 3 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Parade in your PJs and have fun playing with numbers. Bring your favorite stuffed animal to be counted in the Crazy Creature Census. Solve stuffed animal tangram puzzles. Bring home colorful stickers and games. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

Make picture frames using craft sticks and sport stickers to showcase your favorite photo or art work. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Create a colorful caterpillar bookmark. Noon-5 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Who will win the race? Find out as we read the story "The Tortoise and the Hare." Participants can stay after the story for a fun tortoise craft. 1 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Play a life-size version of the classic board game Clue. 2 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 3rd St. 209-883-2293.

A representative from Catholic Charities will share information regarding the who, what, why, and how of citizenship. Registration required. 3 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

All-ages games. 3:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Make abstract art using rubbing alcohol and ink on a square tile canvas. For ages 8 and older. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Complete three challenges in under a minute. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Fold a book just right and you can make shapes. We are going to make cute hedgehogs out of paperback books. 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Using a pencil eraser, each child will be able to create a masterpiece with acrylic paint. Paintings may be taken home or displayed in the library. 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 South Abbie St. 209-524-5505.

Create your own bookmark. All materials will be provided. 3:30 p.m. Ceres Library, 2250 Magnolia St. 209-537-8938.

During this STEAM program, children will assemble electrical circuits and create electricity utilizing wind power. For ages 10-14. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

You just stayed up all night to finish the most awesome book ever! Now what do you do? Join fellow bibliophiles for monthly book discussions. 3 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Students ages 13 to 18 will write and share their ideas on fiction, poetry and more. 11 a.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

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.

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. 1:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Our website looks different, but it still has the same great information, in addition to some new features. Library staff will conduct the workshop on navigating the Stanislaus County Library's website. 2 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

During this STEAM program, children will learn about robotics and assemble a solar-powered robot. For children ages 10-14. Advanced registration is required. 2 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Stay cool this summer by coloring your way to relaxation at the library. Coloring pages and implements will be provided. All day. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Join us for the hilarious antics and frolicking high energy of Randel McGee and Groark. Children will relate to Groark, the loveable yet mischievous dragon, as he stumbles through the mishaps of life. High-energy blend of stand-up comedy, witty banter, original songs and storytelling. 11 a.m. Hughson Library, 2412 3rd St. 209-883-2293.

Yoga is a type of mind-body workout that combines stretching and strengthening exercises with deep breathing for relaxation. 11 a.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

During this STEAM program, children will learn how wind turbines generate electricity and will build model wind turbines. This program is for children ages 10-14. Advanced registration is required. 2 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

This story was originally published May 27, 2016 at 2:55 PM with the headline "At the libraries."