At the libraries

Here’s our 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:

Children ages 4-18 will have the opportunity to build creative Lego creations for display in the library. Children under 4 are welcome with direct adult supervision. 3:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7810.

Participants will make pendants and key chains, baking them and shrinking them to hard plastic. Program for ages 9-18. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Minions! Avengers! Participants may choose from a variety of duct tape designs to create a key chain. 3:30 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

Every hero has a story – who is your favorite superhero? The library has crafts and activities highlighting superheroes. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

Community heroes celebration featuring the Turlock Police Department staff, who will share a book and a craft. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Children can make an angel fish using Popsicle sticks. 1 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Participants can make a patriotic paper plate wreath using paper stars. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Games and crafts at the library. All ages are welcome. 3:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N. Salado. 209-892-6473.

Tweens, teens and adults can make unique superhero bracelets using images from comic books. 3 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Children ages 4-18 may participate in building Lego displays for the library. 1:30 p.m. Children under 4 are welcome with direct adult supervision. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7810.

Lesson 1 of Superhero Academy will feature a story, the creation of superhero wrist cuffs and the opportunity to test superhero skills. Advance registration required. 2:30 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

Families may play giant version of jenga, bowling, dominoes and more. Participants may test their hand-eye coordination with stacking cups. 1:30 p .m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7810.

Learn how to juice raw organic fruits and vegetables along with all the health benefits of juicing. 5 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N. Salado. 209-892-6473.

Adults can make a unique room decoration by painting or decoupaging light switch covers. Individuals are welcome to bring their own images. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Create a super chic mask using tulle and puff paint. As seen on Pinterest. 3 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

Color and decorate a paper plate fan with superhero logos and designs. 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 S. Abbie. 209-524-5505.

Modesto Money Mavens present tips for saving money and coupon collecting. Program presented the second Saturday of each month. 3:30 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

Australia-themed show combining music, culture, science, puppetry, comedy, anti-bullying and audience participation while learning about the traditional music from another country. 11 a.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7810.

Children up to age 5 will have the opportunity to create superhero lollipops. 1 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St. 209-883-2293.

Participants will have the opportunity to build a marshmallow skyscraper. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Children and their families can enjoy a family-friendly movie, “Phineas and Ferb: Mission Marvel,” and picnic dinner at the library. Part of the Salida Library’s Tuesdays Are Family Days series. Children can come in their pajamas. Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket to sit on. The library will provide a beverage and popcorn. 6 p.m. Salida Library, 7835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

Participants will be able to upcycle bottle caps into cool unique jewelry designs. 3 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E. St. 209-874-2191.

Learn to use library online resources on your device including e-books, e-magazines, audiobooks and mango. Drop in for one-on-one assistance. 6 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

This story was originally published June 29, 2015 at 6:33 AM with the headline "At the libraries."