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OXNARD LIBRARIES WEEKLY STORY TIMES MAIN LIBRARY MAIN LIBRARY 251 South A Street Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Preschool Story Time (3 5 year olds) Tuesday mornings - 10:30 a.m. General Library Information - (805) 385-7500 Baby/Toddler Story Time (18 36 months old) Library Card & Check-out Information - (805) 385-7507 Adult & Teen Reference, Services & Events - (805) 385-7532 Wednesday mornings - 10:30 a.m. Children s Reference, Services & Events - (805) 385-7535 SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY Baby/Toddler Story Time (Infants 3 year olds) Monday mornings - 11 a.m. Family Story Time (K 3rd grade) Monday afternoons - 4 p.m. Preschool Story Time (3 5 year olds) Literacy - (805) 385-7536 Library Administration - (805) 385-7528 Library Gift Shop - (805) 385-7506 SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY 4300 Saviers Road - (805) 385-8129 Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - 8p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. COLONIA BRANCH LIBRARY Wednesday mornings - 11 a.m. 1500 Camino Del Sol #26 - (805) 385-8108 Monday through Thursday, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. COLONIA BRANCH LIBRARY VISIT YOUR LIBRARY ONLINE Preschool Story Time (3 5 year olds) Visit www.oxnard.org/library for information about services, access to the library catalog, events, test preparation and electronic resources. Thursday Afternoons - 1 p.m.
ONGOING EVENTS & SERVICES VolunTEENS - Teen Advisory Council Main Library - Wednesdays, March 20, April 17, May 15-5 p.m. South Oxnard Branch - Thursdays, March 28, April 25, May 23-4:30 p.m. If you are in 7th through 12th grade and are interested in making a difference in upcoming library events, join the Teen Council! This will be a fun experience and it looks great on a college application! For more information - (805) 385-7532 Computer Use All Oxnard libraries offer free 60 minutes per day computer use with Internet access and a variety of word processing options on a walkin basis. Pay-to-use computers are offered at the Main Library and South Oxnard Branch Library if additional time is needed. Call or stop by your nearest library for more information. Wireless Internet Access at the Library Free wireless access is available at ALL Oxnard Library Branches for patrons with library cards and using their own wireless capable devices during open hours. Adult Literacy Program - (805) 385-7536 The Adult Literacy Program at the Oxnard Public Library provides FREE personalized tutoring to adults who would like to improve their reading or writing skills. The program is free to any English speaking adult, age 18 or older, who can meet with a volunteer tutor once a week at the Main Library. Each learning session lasts approximately one hour. Adult learners and tutors must commit to at least three months of working together. Become a Volunteer at the Adult Literacy Center - (805) 385-7536 Work one-to-one with a learner to improve reading, writing, math, GED prep or citizenship skills. Volunteers must be able to commit to at least three months of tutoring at a time. English Conversation Group Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. - Main Public Library Homework Center Each week we get together to practice our English in an informal, friendly space. Volunteer Opportunities There are many volunteer opportunities whether it is teaching adults to learn to read, helping children with their homework assignments, or being a VolunTeen. For more information, please call us at: (805) 385-7532 for the Main Library, (805) 385-8129 for the South Oxnard Branch Library and (805) 385-8108 for the Colonia Library. MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY MAIN LIBRARY March 25-4 p.m. Mary Poppins Returns (PG) May 21-4 p.m. Unbroken (PG-13) SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY March 13-11 a.m. Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG) Saturday Movies - (Adults) March 16-2 p.m. Darby O Gill and the Little People (G) April 13-2 p.m. Cantinflas (PG-13) May 11-2 p.m. Book Club (PG-13) COLORING FOR ADULTS De-stress, create, and meet new like-minded friends! COLONIA LIBRARY Mondays March 25-4:30 p.m. April 22-4:30 p.m. May 20-4:30 p.m. SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY Wednesdays March 27-6:30 p.m. April 24-6:30 p.m. May 22-6:30 p.m.
MAIN LIBRARY CHILDREN S PROGRAMS - MEETING ROOM B Read Across America - Monday, March 4-4 p.m. Celebrate Read Across America with stories by Dr. Seuss. Fun trivia, make Cat in the Hat slime, and other craft projects. Children may come dressed as their favorite Dr. Seuss character! Irish Fun - Monday, March 11-4 p.m. Discover the magic of Ireland and Irish-American Heritage month as we learn about Irish legends, listen to Irish stories, and make a craft. Green clothing is highly recommended! Pi Day - Thursday, March 14-4 p.m. Children in Grades K-6: Test your elementary math literacy skills as we read stories, do a math craft, and divide a pizza pie! Registration is required. Please call 805-385-7535 or visit the Children s Desk to register. Movie Matinee - Monday, March 25-4 p.m. Mary Poppins Returns (PG) National Library Week April 7-13 Libraries = Strong Communities. Monday, April 8-4 p.m. Celebrate National Library Week with community leaders reading books and sharing stories. Enjoy markerspace projects and a balloon sculpture. We Love Our Pets - Thursday, April 11-1 p.m. We invite you to come listen to Karlene Hitchman, from Pet Food Express, to learn about the proper care and nutrition for your pet in celebration of National Pet Day. Poetry Fun! - Monday, April 22-4 p.m. It s National Poetry Month! You may not know it, but you could be a poet! Explore the wonders of poetry by writing, reading, and reciting, your own poem or rhyme! Earth Day Story Time - Children s Room Amphitheater Tuesday, April 23-10:30 a.m. - Children s Room Join us for a special story time with the City of Oxnard Wastewater Division to celebrate Earth Day. Children will learn the importance of taking care of our planet through recycling and water conservation. Craft projects using recycled materials will be enjoyed. Día de los Libros/Día de los Niños Celebration - Monday, April 29-4 p.m. Connecting books and children to promote literacy. Come celebrate with local children s author Bill Karr. His wife Sandy, who taught elementary school children for over 30 years, will read from his book, Winslow Finds a Home. Mother s Day Celebration - Thursday, May 9-4 p.m. We invite families to celebrate the gift of motherhood with crafts and treats. Wear your best attire for a photo shoot! Please visit the Children s Desk or call 805-385-7535 to register beginning April 2nd. Photographs Tell Stories - Monday, May 13-4 p.m. Celebrate National Photography Month by bringing in your favorite photos and sharing stories about what is in the picture. Practice taking photos with a digital camera and a film camera. Look at books that tell stories through photographs. Asian Pacific Heritage Month Celebration - Grades 4-6 Thursday, May 16-4 p.m. Celebrate Asian Pacific Heritage Month with a book discussion of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin. Registration is highly recommended, please call 805-385- 7535 or visit the Children s Desk. Limited copies will given to the first 10 committed participants. Remembering Our Veterans: A Memorial Day Project - Meeting Room A Monday, May 20-4 p.m. Plant seeds, decorate a pot, and make a flag in observance of Memorial Day. Thank a veteran for their service! Games & Markerspace - Thursday, May 30-4 p.m. Enjoy an unstructured hour with makerspace projects, board games, dominoes, playing cards, and LEGO building for the entire family. TEEN - MEETING ROOM B Teen Gamer s Day / Women s History Month Thursday, March 28-4 p.m. Learn about women s contributions to the gaming industry. Gamers @ the Library! - Thursday, April 18-4 p.m. Bring your own boardgame and a friend! Celebrating Free Comic Book Day Monday, May 20-4 p.m. Comic Book Festival featuring local comic book store owners and comic book authors! ADULTS - MEETING ROOM B Santa Barbara Opera - Wednesday, March 13-12 p.m. The Santa Barbara Opera will be performing a FREE noontime concert. Come hear them perform arias and duets from their upcoming productions. Local Authors Showcase - Saturday, April 6-3 p.m. Kick off National Library Week with book signings by several local authors. Movie Matinee - Tuesday, May 21-4 p.m. Unbroken (PG-13) LA Opera Talk - Saturday, May 25-3 p.m. Come hear community educators from the LA Opera, speak on their season productions. Preview their production of La Traviata.
BRANCH LIBRARIES CHILDREN - COLONIA BRANCH LIBRARY Women s History Month Craft Wednesday, March 13-3:30 p.m. Celebrate renowned astronauts Mae Jemison, Sally Ride, and Ellen Ochoa with a fun rocket ship craft and coloring. National Library Week Celebration Thursday, April 11-1 p.m. Celebrate National Library Week with crafts, stories, and activities. Mother s Day Craft Thursday, May 9-3:30 p.m. Decorate a flower pot for Mother s Day. TEEN - COLONIA BRANCH LIBRARY Decoupage Boxes / Women s History Month Tuesday, March 12-4 p.m. Honoring women who have made history, keepsake box with their image and theme. Short presentations on women who have made an impact on our society. Rock Painting Tuesday, April 16-4 p.m. Paint your own Spring Ladybug! Comic Book Canvas Graphic Design Tuesday, May 14-4 p.m. Celebrating Free Comic Book Day. Comic Book give away - get your freebie here! ADULT - COLONIA BRANCH LIBRARY Adult Coloring 4th Monday, March 25, April 22, May 20-4:30 p.m. De-stress and meet new like-minded friends! CHILDREN - SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY Tuesday Crafternoons - Ongoing Open art room every Tuesday at 4 p.m. Open arts and crafts activities for elementary school aged children. Movie Matinee Wednesday, March 13-3:30 p.m. Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG) Unicorn Party! Saturday, March 23-11 a.m. Take a trip over the rainbow into the magical world of unicorns. Join us for unicorn stories and fun unicorn crafts. National Library Week Celebration Wednesday, April 10-2 p.m. Celebrate National Library Week with a fun juggling show featuring: Juggler David Cousin! Día de los Ninos/ Día de los Libros Crafts and Activities Saturday, April 20-11 a.m. Celebrate Children s Book Day by creating your own books. Mother s Day Special Story Time and Crafts Wednesday, May 8-3:30 p.m. Join us for cozy stories about mothers and their children and a fun craft for the family. Wild About Bugs Craft Saturday, May 18-11 a.m. Fun crafts and activities about insects and other creepy-crawlies. TEEN - SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY Decoupage Boxes / Women s History Month Thursday, March 7-4 p.m. Honoring women who have made history, create a keepsake box with their image and theme. Short presentations on women who have made an impact on our society. Rock Painting Thursday, April 11-4 p.m. Paint your own Spring Ladybug or other animal! Comic Book Canvas Graphic Design Thursday, May 9-4 p.m. Celebrating Free Comic Book Day. Comic Book give away - get your freebie here! ADULTS - SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY Saturday Movies March 16-2 p.m. - Darby O Gill and the Little People (G) April 13-2 p.m. - Cantinflas (PG-13) May 11-2 p.m. - Book Club (PG-13) Adult Coloring 4th Wednesday, March 27, April 24, May 22-6:30 p.m. De-stress and meet new like-minded friends!
SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES May - Art Gallery Art Gallery - Displays throughout the month of May, at the Main Branch Library, honoring Asian Pacific Heritage Month! March - Art Gallery Displays throughout the month of March, at the Main Branch, honoring remarkable women in history! National Library Week - April 7-13 Special events are happening at all branches. Check the calendar for days and times. TeenSpace Gamers - Main Branch Library April 15-18, 2-4 p.m. Spring Break Gamers in the library-bring your own boardgame & friends! Special Gaming Event - Main Branch Library On April 18-4 p.m. Come and enjoy a special library gaming event. Games will be provided by a local game store. Bring your friends and enjoy a fun time of competition. Local Authors Showcase Saturday, April 6-3 p.m. Kick off National Library Week with book signings by several local authors. March Sun Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat Women s History Art Gallery Display - Main Library - All Month 3 4 MC-Read Across America, 4pm 10 11 MC-Irish Fun, 4pm 5 6 CT-Decoupage Boxes / Women s History Month, 4pm 2 8 9 ST-Decoupage Boxes / Women s History Month, 4pm 12 7 1 13 MA-Santa Barbara Opera, 12pm MC-Pi Day, 4pm 14 15 16 SA-Movies 2pm SC-Movie Ralph Breaks the Internet, 3:30pm CC-Women s History Month Craft, 3:30pm 17 18 19 24/31 March 31, Libraries Library closed inare closed in observance celebration of Cesar of Cesar Chavez Chavez Day Day 25 MC-Movie, Mary Poppins Returns (PG), 4pm CA-Coloring for Adults, 26 20 21 22 MT-VolunTEENS, 5pm 27 SA-Coloring for Adults, 6:30pm 23 SC-Unicorn Party, 11am 28 29 MT-Teen Gamer s Day, 4pm ST-VolunTEENS, MC-Main Library Children MT-Main Library Teens MA-Main Library Adults SC-South Oxnard Branch Children ST-South Oxnard Branch Teens SA-South Oxnard Branch Adults CC-Colonia Branch Children CT-Colonia Branch Teens CA-Colonia Branch Adults 30
April Sun Mon Tue 1 Wed 2 Thurs Fri 4 5 3 Sat 6 MA-Local Authors Showcase, 3pm National Library Week April 7-13... LIBRARIES = STRONG COMMUNITIES 7 8 MC-Libraries = Strong Communities, 4pm 9 National Library Workers Day - Thank a staff member! 10 SC-National Library Week Celebration with Juggler David Cousin, 2pm 11 12 MC-We Love Our Pets, 1pm 13 SA-Movies 2pm CC-National Library Week Celebration, 1pm ST-Rock Painting, 4pm Gamers in the Library - 2-4 p.m. - Spring Break 14 15 16 17 MT-VolunTEENS, 5pm CT-Rock Painting, 4pm 21 22 MC-Poetry Fun!, 4pm Libraries are closed in observance of Easter 28 CA-Coloring for Adults, 29 MC-Día de los Libros/ Día de los Niños Celebration, 4pm May Sun Mon 23 MC-Earth Day Story Time, 10:30am 18 24 SA-Coloring for Adults, 6:30pm 19 MT-Special Gaming Event, 4pm 20 SC-Día de los Ninos/ Día de los Libros Crafts and Activities, 11am 25 26 27 Thurs Fri Sat 2 3 4 9 10 ST-VolunTEENS, 30 Tue Wed Asian Pacific Heritage Month Art Gallery Display - Main Library - All Month 1 5 6 7 8 SC-Mother s Day Special Story Time & Crafts, 3:30pm CC-Mother s Day Craft, 3:30pm 11 SA-Movies 2pm MC-Mother s Day Celebration, 4pm ST-Comic Book Canvas Graphic Design, 4pm 12 Mother s Day 13 MC-Photographs Tell Stories, 4pm 19 20 MT-Free Comic Book Day, 4pm MC-Remembering Our Veterans: A Memorial Day Project, 4pm 14 15 MT-VolunTEENS, 5pm CT-Comic Book Canvas Graphic Design, 4pm 21 MA-Movie, Unbroken (PG-13), 4pm 16 22 SA-Coloring for Adults, 6:30pm 17 MC-Aisian Pacific Heritage Month Celebration, 4pm 23 18 SC-Wild About Bugs, 11am 24 ST-VolunTEENS, 25 MA-LA Opera Talk, 3pm CA-Coloring for Adults, 26 27 28 Libraries are closed in observance of Memorial Day 29 30 31 MC-Games & Makerspace Projects, 4pm MC-Main Library Children MT-Main Library Teens MA-Main Library Adults SC-South Oxnard Branch Children ST-South Oxnard Branch Teens SA-South Oxnard Branch Adults CC-Colonia Branch Children CT-Colonia Branch Teens CA-Colonia Branch Adults
BUILDING A STRONG COMMUNITY OXNARD MAIN BRANCH LIBRARY SOUTH OXNARD BRANCH LIBRARY 251 South A Street (805) 385-7500 Monday Thursday, 9 a.m. 8 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m. 5 p.m. 4300 Saviers Road (805) 385-8129 Monday Thursday, 9 a.m. 8p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. 5:30 p.m. COLONIA BRANCH LIBRARY 1500 Camino Del Sol #26 (805) 385-8108 Monday Thursday, 12 p.m. 6 p.m. oxnard.org/library