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Ojai Library Closure 12/19/25

The Ojai Library will be closed Friday, December 19, 2025 for a facility maintenance project. Please consider visiting our other locations for your library needs.

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Crafty Little Fox Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
E.P. Foster Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary, Family

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for self-guided arts, crafts and coloring.

A special, structured craft will be provided every 4th Wednesday of the month.

Library Branch: E.P. Foster Library
Age Group: Children, Preschool, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for self-guided arts, crafts and coloring.

A special, structured craft will be provided every 4th Wednesday of the month.

This event is in the "Children" group

PAWS for Reading at Hill Road Library

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hill Road Library
Age Group:
Children

Paws for Reading

Join PAWS dogs for one-on-one reading sessions. Arrive at the library early to choose a book and get in line to read to a special pooch.

Children of all ages are welcome!

Library Branch: Hill Road Library
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Paws for Reading

Join PAWS dogs for one-on-one reading sessions. Arrive at the library early to choose a book and get in line to read to a special pooch.

Children of all ages are welcome!

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Saticoy Library Storytime

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
SAT-Storytime Space at Saticoy Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family

Join us every week at our early literacy storytime for stories, music and movement. For children ages 0-5 and their parent or caregiver.

Library Branch: Saticoy Library
Room: SAT-Storytime Space
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us every week at our early literacy storytime for stories, music and movement. For children ages 0-5 and their parent or caregiver.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Oak Park Storytime

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family

Join us for stories, poems, music, movement, and a simple craft! (Ages 0-5 years)

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, poems, music, movement, and a simple craft! (Ages 0-5 years)

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Oak Park Toddler Play

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family

Come stay and play with us after our Storytime every Thursday from 11:30am to 1pm! All are welcome.

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Come stay and play with us after our Storytime every Thursday from 11:30am to 1pm! All are welcome.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Stay & Play

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Avenue Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Family

Families are welcome to play board games and puzzles at the Avenue Library during open hours.

Library Branch: Avenue Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Family
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Families are welcome to play board games and puzzles at the Avenue Library during open hours.

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This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Games Day

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
FIL-Program Room at Fillmore Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

Let's play! Come to Fillmore Library to play classic board games, card games, and solve jigsaw puzzles.

Library Branch: Fillmore Library
Room: FIL-Program Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Let's play! Come to Fillmore Library to play classic board games, card games, and solve jigsaw puzzles.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club at Prueter Library

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ray D. Prueter Library
Program Type:
Authors, Book Clubs & Poetry
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all mystery enthusiasts! Join us for our Mystery Book Club. We meet on the second Thursday of every month from 2pm to 3pm at Ray D. Prueter Library.

Library Branch: Ray D. Prueter Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors, Book Clubs & Poetry
Event Details:

Calling all mystery enthusiasts! Join us for our Mystery Book Club. We meet on the second Thursday of every month from 2pm to 3pm at Ray D. Prueter Library.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Just for Teens at Oak View Library

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Oak View Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Play
Age Group:
Teens

Art and games just for teens every Thursday after school. Bring a friend, or come on your own! Best-suited for students in grades 6-10.

Library Branch: Oak View Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play
Event Details:

Art and games just for teens every Thursday after school. Bring a friend, or come on your own! Best-suited for students in grades 6-10.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Science Afterschool at Oak View Library

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak View Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Fun activities exploring STEAM: science technology, engineering, art, & math. 

  • Best suited for students in grades 3-6.
  • Meets in the Homework/Afterschool Enrichment area during the school year.
Library Branch: Oak View Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

Fun activities exploring STEAM: science technology, engineering, art, & math. 

  • Best suited for students in grades 3-6.
  • Meets in the Homework/Afterschool Enrichment area during the school year.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

STEAM and Games at Meiners Oaks

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MNO-Meeting Room A/B at Meiners Oaks Library
Program Type:
Games & Play, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Middle School, High School, Family

Join us at the Meiners Oaks Library for STEAM activities and games on Thursdays from 3pm-5pm.  Activities are subject to change.

January 8 Moon Phase Spinner

January 15 Owl Pellets

January 22 Lego Challenge

Library Branch: Meiners Oaks Library
Room: MNO-Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Games & Play, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Join us at the Meiners Oaks Library for STEAM activities and games on Thursdays from 3pm-5pm.  Activities are subject to change.

January 8 Moon Phase Spinner

January 15 Owl Pellets

January 22 Lego Challenge

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

PAWS for Reading @ Foster Library

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
E.P. Foster Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Middle School, Family

Step into a world of tails and tales with our PAWS for Reading program! Join us for a heartwarming opportunity where children can practice their reading skills in the company of our gentle and attentive furry friends.

Library Branch: E.P. Foster Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Step into a world of tails and tales with our PAWS for Reading program! Join us for a heartwarming opportunity where children can practice their reading skills in the company of our gentle and attentive furry friends.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Language Social Club for Adults

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
FIL-Classroom at Fillmore Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

Join our friendly and supportive English Language Learning Group at the library!

Library Branch: Fillmore Library
Room: FIL-Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Join our friendly and supportive English Language Learning Group at the library!

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Conversation Group

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

Are you learning English and want a chance to practice with other adults in your community? Ventura County Library invites you to join English Conversation Group to build fluency skills.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Are you learning English and want a chance to practice with other adults in your community? Ventura County Library invites you to join English Conversation Group to build fluency skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Soliz Public Focus Group

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Albert H. Soliz Library
Program Type:
Library Strategic Planning
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone

The Ventura County Library is launching a strategic planning initiative to guide our services, programs, and priorities over the next several years.

Library Branch: Albert H. Soliz Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Library Strategic Planning
Event Details:

The Ventura County Library is launching a strategic planning initiative to guide our services, programs, and priorities over the next several years.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

HACSB-Valentine Road

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
MOB- Main Vehicle at Mobile Library
Age Group:
Everyone

We we will be at the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura on Valentine Road. Learn about the Ventura County Mobile Libr

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Room: MOB- Main Vehicle
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

We we will be at the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura on Valentine Road. Learn about the Ventura County Mobile Libr

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

LEGO PLAY @ Foster Library

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
E.P. Foster Library
Program Type:
Games & Play, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Teens, Middle School, High School, Family

Join us for for a world of creativity and fun. Build a tower or craft fantastical creatures, each session is a chance to explore new worlds and express your creativity brick by brick. 

Library Branch: E.P. Foster Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Teens, Middle School, High School, Family
Program Type: Games & Play, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Join us for for a world of creativity and fun. Build a tower or craft fantastical creatures, each session is a chance to explore new worlds and express your creativity brick by brick. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Teen Game Time

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
FIL-Program Room at Fillmore Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Strategy, adventure, and survival! Teens can experience all of this and more at Fillmore Library every Friday afternoon for Teen Game Time.

Library Branch: Fillmore Library
Room: FIL-Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Strategy, adventure, and survival! Teens can experience all of this and more at Fillmore Library every Friday afternoon for Teen Game Time.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Games, Lego & Puzzles at Oak View Library

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oak View Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Family

Play board games, build with Lego, and solve puzzles. A perfect low-key Saturday activity for families and a great opportunity to meet up with friends and neighbors.

 

 

Library Branch: Oak View Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Family
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Play board games, build with Lego, and solve puzzles. A perfect low-key Saturday activity for families and a great opportunity to meet up with friends and neighbors.

 

 

This event is in the "Family" group

Fun With Legos

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Family

Feeling creative? Come play and build with our selection of Legos every Saturday from 1pm to 3pm.  Build our design challenge and show us your creation. We will post your masterpiece on our social media pages!

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Feeling creative? Come play and build with our selection of Legos every Saturday from 1pm to 3pm.  Build our design challenge and show us your creation. We will post your masterpiece on our social media pages!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Fillmore Library Lego Play

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
FIL-Program Room at Fillmore Library
Age Group:
Children, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Family

Build and play! Create anything from your imagination with Lego and  Duplo at Fillmore Library!

Library Branch: Fillmore Library
Room: FIL-Program Room
Age Group: Children, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Build and play! Create anything from your imagination with Lego and  Duplo at Fillmore Library!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club at Oak Park Library

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
OKP-Film and Lecture Room at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Authors, Book Clubs & Poetry
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for Oak Park's Silent Book Club! Read a book of your own choosing and at the session freely share what you are reading with others. This club meets on the second Sunday of every month from 11am to 12pm. All are welcome!

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: OKP-Film and Lecture Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors, Book Clubs & Poetry
Event Details:

Join us for Oak Park's Silent Book Club! Read a book of your own choosing and at the session freely share what you are reading with others. This club meets on the second Sunday of every month from 11am to 12pm. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Game On! Board Games For All

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hill Road Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Join us on Sundays at the Hill Road Library to enjoy our board game collection! We have  over 30 games for you to choose from. Bring your friends, family, favorite opponents, and GAME ON!

Library Branch: Hill Road Library
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Join us on Sundays at the Hill Road Library to enjoy our board game collection! We have  over 30 games for you to choose from. Bring your friends, family, favorite opponents, and GAME ON!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Duplo Sundays

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool

Creativity alive! Build a fort or a space ship or whatever you are in the mood for. We would love to display your creation in the library!

(STEAM program)

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Games & Play
Event Details:

Creativity alive! Build a fort or a space ship or whatever you are in the mood for. We would love to display your creation in the library!

(STEAM program)