The Turlock Library will offer a variety of events open to the community in the month of January, which aim to foster literacy and inspire learners of all ages.
Independent readers up to age 12 are invited to practice their reading skills with the special Read to a Dog program at 12 noon today at the Turlock Library. This program is designed to help children gain confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Space is limited and online registration is required.
A T(w)een Tuesday event will be held at 4 p.m. Jan. 7. Participants can come to the Turlock Maker Space and create a calming jar to help relax when feeling overwhelmed. Materials will be provided. This program is designed for ages 9 and up. Children 8 years and younger can come to the library at 4 p.m. Jan. 7 to design works of sand art. This program helps promote dexterity and fine finger movement. All ages are welcome, but children under 4 must have direct supervision from parents or adult guardians.
The Turlock Teen Anime Club will meet from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 8. The club will watch “The Masterful Cat is Depressed Again Today” (TV-PG) and then make a fun craft.
The Mystery Lovers Book Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 13. This month, the club will discuss “Naked in Death” by J.D. Robb. As NYPD Lt. Eve Dallas races to find a serial killer, she becomes very involved with one of the suspects. Her overpowering feelings for a man she barely knows could jeopardize her investigation, her faith in herself--and her life.
A T(w)een Tuesday event at 4 p.m. Jan. 14 will have participants build LEGO creations and then bring them to life with stop-motion film. This program is designed for ages 9 and older. Children of all ages can come to the library at 4 p.m. Jan. 14 and build LEGO creations using the library’s LEGO and Duplo blocks. This program helps young ones develop critical thinking skills, and teaches basic engineering concepts. Children under 4 are welcome, but must have direct parental supervision.
The Turlock Chess Club will meet at 5 p.m. Jan. 15. Whether you are an amateur, a master, or somewhere between, bring your board to meet and play against others for practice or friendly competition.
The library will host a Turlock Board Game Day from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 18. Join the Central Valley Game Lovers for a day of board gaming. Try a new game or bring your own. Most games are recommended for ages 10 and up, but there will also be games for younger players.
The T(w)een Tuesday event at 4 p.m. Jan. 21 is all about bugs. Participants are invited to come to the Turlock Maker Space and meet a real-life entomologist. Ask all the bug questions you want and see the UC Master Gardener Bug Collection. Then, make your own solar-powered bug. This program is designed for ages 9 and up. A Turlock STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) event will be held at 4 p.m. Jan. 21 for all ages. Participants can make butterflies out of coffee filters and pipe cleaners. Children under 4 must have direct adult supervision.
Learn the best time to plant and prune citrus trees, how to manage pests, and other tips to help you successfully grow your own delicious fruit from UC Master Gardeners at 6 p.m. Jan. 22.
There will be an Open Sew in the Turlock Maker Space at 1 p.m. Jan. 24. Are you planning a sewing project but need a sewing machine? Bring your project to the Turlock Maker Space and use one of our sewing machines, or try a project from one of our previous classes. There are a limited number of projects available. Must be able to use a sewing machine independently. Bring your own fabric and notions; only sewing machines, a serger, irons, scissors, and scrap fabric will be available. Open Sew is designed for ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
The T(w)een Tuesday event at 4 p.m. Jan. 28 is all about fizzy science. Participants can come to the Turlock Maker Space and learn what makes a bath fizzy. Then, create their own bath fizzy or shower steamer to take home. Materials will be provided. This program is designed for ages 9 and up. Children of all ages can come to the library at 4 p.m. Jan. 28 to create unique works of art using watercolor paints and table salt. Children under 4 must have direct adult supervision.
The Turlock Library is located at 550 Minaret Ave. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit https://www.stanislauslibrary.org/ or call (209) 664-8100.
