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
Book Sale May 17!
Ray D. Prueter Library, Saturday, May 3, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
The City of Port Hueneme and the Ventura County Library (VCL) invite the community to attend a Grand Reopening and Mural Unveiling at the Ray D. Prueter Library in Port Hueneme. There will be brief announcements by City and County representatives at 11 am inside the library. Children may also practice reading with dogs at the Paws for Reading program inside the library from 11:15 am to 12:30 pm sponsored by the Ventura County Reading Association. Outside the library from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm, the mural artists will be on hand to discuss the new exterior mural at the library.
The Grand Reopening open house event is an opportunity for community members to see the newly refurbished library, get library cards, and participate in activities for children. Attendees can enjoy a treat from the Mister Softee ice cream truck complimentary of the Friends of the Port Hueneme Library while supplies last.
Creating a Pollinator Garden
E.P. Foster Library Topping Room Saturday, May 3, 11:00 am to noon
Get your buzz, flutter and chirp on by learning how to create a pollinator garden to attract birds, bees and butterflies.
Register at: https://www.vencolibrary.org/event/creating-pollinator-garden-3546
Garden to Table Series with Certified Master Gardener, Terry Garman
Some Like It Hot: Mastering Pepper Production
Avenue Library, Wednesday, May 7, 4:00 to 5:00 pm Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45261 Walk ins welcome!
Hill Road Library Tuesday, May 13, 5:00 to 6:00 pm Link to register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45258 Walk ins welcome!
Learn essential skills for pepper success, including variety selection for our climate, proper growing conditions, and timing tips for both sweet and hot peppers – from seed starting through harvest – plus expert guidance on proper harvesting methods & preservation techniques.
Grow Together/¡Crecer Juntos!
Hill Road Library
Sunday, May 18, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
A day of family gardening fun! Local author Dr. Kathleen Contreras will read from her new book, Harvesting Friends/Cosechando Amigos at 11 am, and each family in attendance will receive a copy while supplies last! Our community partners at Saticoy Food Hub will host a variety of gardening activities on the patio for children and families, including crafting seed piñatas! Many thanks to the Saticoy Food Hub and California Library Literacy Services for making this event possible!
Robotics Club – Avenue Library
Robotics Club for 4th & 5th Graders!
Dive into the world of robotics in our interactive 6-session workshop! Design, program, and assemble robots while exploring the exciting world of STEM.
Tuesdays @ 3:30 – 5:00 PM
1st Meeting: March 4
March 4 – April 15 (No session March 25 for Spring Break)
Space is limited—registration required!
Adult Collage Sunday
E.P. Foster Library Topping Room
Third Sunday of the Month 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Special Date for April: April 27
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 FUN FUN! at Avenue Library
Wednesday, May 21, 4:00 to 5:00 pm
Avenue Library’s Teen Volunteer Club presents STEAM activities on the third Wednesday of the month from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. The event is free and open to children, grades K-12.
Little Lab 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.
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.
Teen Craft Club at Hill Road Library
Hill Road Library,
Every Other Wednesday, April 9 & 23, 3:45 to 5:00 pm
Every other week we will meet and make something crafty.
This program is designed for people ages 11-19.
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, April 7 & 14
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. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please email Ina Holladay at ina.holladay@ventura.org.
Hill Road Library Book Club meets monthly on the last Tuesday.
February 25, 4 :00 to 5:00 pm
Go Tell It on the Mountain by James Baldwin
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, March 11, 5:00 to 6:00 pm.
The Spring 2025 selection is
The Moon Within by Aida Salazar
Celi Rivera’s life swirls with questions. About her changing body. Her first attraction to a boy. And her best friend’s exploration of what it means to be genderfluid. But most of all, her mother’s insistence she have a moon ceremony when her first period arrives. It’s an ancestral Mexica ritual that Mima and her community have reclaimed, but Celi promises she will NOT be participating. Can she find the power within herself to take a stand for who she wants to be?
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
“Special” Poetry at the Library “State of Our Soul” Sunday, April 27, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Enjoy a featured poet, then share your own work with the group. All are welcome! HOSTED BY PHIL TAGGART. IN-HOUSE AND VIRTUAL: ZOOM MEETING ID 960-750-1600
Ukulele Jam in the Topping Room
in E.P. Foster Library
1st and 3rd Mondays,
