Friends of the Library Bookstore
in E.P. Foster Library
Monday through Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sundays, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
You can find great bargains in gently used children’s books, cooking and craft books, audio books and books with a seasonal theme. The items in our store are definitely worth a second look, from current novels to jigsaw puzzles to older books and vintage books to fill you with the nostalgia appropriate to the season!
You can follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/2nd_look_books_ventura/
We have also begun listing some of our collectible items on Ebay. You can see our offerings at https://www.ebay.com/str/venturafriendsofthelibrary
join Certified Master Gardener, Terry Garman at Avenue Library for Vegetable Gardening Fundamentals, Wednesday, January 8, 4:00 to 5:00 pm.
Learn how to enjoy an endless supply of fresh, nutritious vegetables from your own garden with this “Getting Started with Growing Your Own Food” class.
In this tips-filled session, you’ll get the essentials for planning your edible garden, choosing the right plants for your space and our Ventura climate, and basic growing techniques to help ensure success. Perfect for complete beginners as well as seasoned gardeners looking for some new tips. Walk-ins are welcome or use this link to Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=44108
Then, on Wednesday, January 22, 4:00 to 5:00 pm at Avenue Library learn about Beneficial Insects: How to Attract Them to Your Garden. Did you know that California has 1,600 types of native bees? Learn about the importance of beneficial insects and why you want them in your garden.
Walk-ins are welcome or register using the following link: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=43859
At Hill Road Library, Master Gardener Terry Garman will also present a “Garden To Table” Event Series A project of Ventura County Library, Food Share Ventura County and the California State Library
In the January session, “From Soil to Sprouts,” Terry will share basic growing techniques as well as tips for planning your edible garden and choosing the right plants for your space. Hill Road Library, Tuesday, January 21, 5:00 to 6:00 pm.
The February session, “Growing Leafy Bounty Year-Round,” will focus on planting various greens suited for the local Ventura climate, season extension methods, soil preparation, managing common diseases and pests, and harvesting tips for continual production. Whether you are a brand-new or experienced gardener, you’ll learn the skills necessary to transform your yard into an affordable, edible oasis. Hill Road Library, Tuesday, February 11, 5:00 to 6:00 pm. These events are free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Linda Cherry at linda.cherry@ventura.org.
Adult Collage Sunday
E.P. Foster Library Topping Room
Third Sunday of the Month 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
beginning January 19
Join us for a fun and creative collage event! Supplies will be provided, and you are welcome to bring your own. Unleash your creativity and make something unique.
Extremely Puzzled @ EP Foster Library
Attention, adults!
There’s a fantastic new event just for you at EP Foster Library. Introducing
Extremely Puzzled—a daily jigsaw puzzle extravaganza! Swing by every day to dive into the fun and challenge of puzzle making.
STEAM at Hill Road Library
Hill Road Library Little Lab
Science and Sensory Play First Tuesdays at 10:30 am. Designed for children 3 to 7.
Hill Road Library Maker Lab Thursdays, 3:30 to 5 pm
January 9, 23 & 30: Lego Challenge January 16: Marshmallow Snowflake STEM Challenge. Use marshmallows and toothpicks to bring some tasty winter cheer to your day.
Discover Science – Fake Snow Making
Hill Road Library
Saturday, January 18
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
This month the Discover Science team will explore endothermic reactions through creating fake snow
Game on! Board Games at Hill Road Library returns Every Sunday, 11 am to 1 pm. Drop by and choose from over 35 games to play!
Fun for families or a great reason to meet with friends.
Lego Play
E.P. Foster Library Fridays, 2 to 4 pm
Avenue Library Wednesdays, 12 to 6 pm
Crafty Little Fox Club E.P . Foster Library
Wednesdays, 3:30 to 5:00 pm
Dive into a world of DIY crafting every Wednesday afternoon. Let your creativity soar as you explore and create unique masterpieces. A special, structured craft will be provided every 4th Wednesday of the month.
Avenue Library Family Coloring During open branch hours, families are welcome to free coloring pages for all ages. Crayons and colored pencils are provided for in-house use.
Avenue Library Family Stay and Play
All are welcome to “stay and play” at the Avenue Library. Board
games, card games, puzzles and more are available during open hours.
Minecraft Gaming at the library
Mondays, January 13 & 27 3:30 to 5:00 pm
E. P Foster Library and Hill Road Library
An in-person Minecraft program where we play on the same server together.This program is limited to participants ages 5-17 years old.
Space is limited. First come, first served.
Questions about the event,
please call 805 626-READ
Students needing school community service credit and teens 13-17 who want to help the library can join the Teen Advisory Group at E.P. Foster Library. Plan fun TEEN and CHILDREN’S events! Contact: sienna.sydlaske@ventura.org
Avenue Library also has a teen volunteer group. The Teen Volunteer Club (ages 13 to 18) assists the Homework Center Coordinator by helping tutor students, as well as, helping to create STEAM projects for the children of the community. This group will meet on Wednesday, January 15, 4:00 to 5:00 pm.
Hill Road Library Book Club meets monthly on the last Tuesday.
January 28 4 :00 to 5:00 pm
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Visit the Hill Road Library to pick up the latest Book Club selection. To join the mailing list for this Book Club please email Linda.Cherry@Ventura.org
Wise Owls Book Club Hill Road Library
Tuesday, January 14, 5:00 to 6:00 pm.
The Winter 2025 selection is
The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin
A bizarre chain of events begins when sixteen unlikely people gather for the reading of Samuel W. Westing’s will. The eccentric, game-loving millionaire has chosen a virtual stranger—and a possible murderer—to inherit his vast fortune, one thing’s for sure: Sam Westing may be dead … but that won’t stop him from playing one last game!
Wise Owls is a quarterly Book Club for adults who enjoy reading children’s literature. Visit the Hill Road Library to pick up the latest Wise Owls Book Club selection. To join the mailing list for this Book Club please email Linda.Cherry@Ventura.org
Poetry at the Library
E.P. Foster Library Topping Room
1st Sunday of the Month,
Jan. 5 and Feb. 2, 3 to 5 pm
POETRY AT THE LIBRARY at E.P. FOSTER TOPPING ROOM HOSTED BY PHIL TAGGART. IN-HOUSE AND VIRTUAL: ZOOM MEETING ID 960-750-1600
ENJOY A FEATURED POET, THEN SHARE YOUR OWN WORK WITH THE GROUP. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Ukulele Jam in the Topping Room
in E.P. Foster Library
1st and 3rd Mondays,
