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.

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 Third 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.

Come join the fun of our bubble games and make homemade bubbles. The bubbles will be used for bubble relays, bubble art, and much more. 3-5 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St. 209-883-2293.

Children can make fish using cardboard and foil. They can then draw swirls, stripes or scales to re-create the patterns of real fish or create fish from their imagination. 3:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

Join us at the Riverbank Library and learn to make paper plate flying discs and paper airplanes. 3:30 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Join us for Minecraft themed games, crafts, prizes and fun. 3:30-5 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

Join us for a reading of “Hoop Genius” by John Coy. Following the story, participants will explore different types of balls used in a variety of sports and learn how they differ from one another in ability. Children will learn measurement and physical science concepts as well as teamwork and positive sportsmanship. STEAM Works is designed for children in kindergarten and older; children 4 and under must be supervised by a parent. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

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. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with mental illness. 5 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

This workshop is a continuation of Beginning Word and will teach you additional basic functions of Microsoft Word. Advance registration is required. 6 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Decorate a craft stick picture frame with puzzle pieces. Noon-5 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. 209-634-1283.

Make a cute and edible skateboarding bunny using cookies and marshmallows. 1 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. 209-664-8006.

During this STEAM program, children will build an anemometer, which is a meteorological device used to measure the speed of the wind. Children will also experiment with how rain drops are formed and how surface color affects temperature. This program is for children ages 10-14. 2 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

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. 3 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. 209-869-7008.

Teens can weave lanyards and keychains out of craft lace. 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.

Build ramps for marbles and race them with your friends. Kids will learn basic engineering and science skills while developing their own courses. This program is designed for children 8 and older. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

Learn how to juice and the health benefits of juicing. Chi Chi will demonstrate how to turn raw vegetables and fruits into tasty juice. Health benefits include improved sleep, energy, immune system and weight loss. 5 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N. Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Join us for our monthly book discussion. Please check with the library for the current book title. 1 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N. Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

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

During this STEAM program, children will assemble electrical circuits and create electricity utilizing wind power. This program is for children ages 10 -14. Advanced registration is required. 2 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

Visit the library to witness the incredible handblown bubbles of bubblesmith Sterling Johnson. Discover the amazing things that can be done with bubbles. 2 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. 209-862-2010.

Create something awesome with duct tape. Multiple design ideas and types of duct tape will be available. 3 p.m. 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. 3 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. 209-874-2191.

Children will have the opportunity to build Lwgo displays for the library. Children under 4 must have direct adult supervision. 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. 209-847-4204.

Construct a paper bag ninja puppet in the color of your choice. 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 S. Abbie St. 209-524-5505.

Dazzling, super-colorful pictures with scratch-through rainbow paper. Children will use scratching sticks as they would pencils; however, these sticks draw images by scratching through the surface of the paper. All materials will be provided. 3:30 p.m. Ceres Library, 2250 Magnolia St. 209-537-8938.

During this STEAM program, children will learn about robotics and assemble a solar-powered robot. This program is for children ages 10-14. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. 209-543-7353.

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. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. 209-892-6473.

Students ages 13 to 18 will write and share their ideas on fiction, poetry and more. This creatively safe forum will allow teens to explore different types of literature while pursuing their passion for writing. 11 a.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

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. 2 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. 209-558-7800.

This one-time class will review basic computer terminology as well as the programs available to the public on library computers. 2 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 N. Minaret Ave. 209-664-8100.

This story was originally published June 3, 2016 at 4:04 PM with the headline "At the libraries."