by Mary Olson
Ventura Friends of the Library Bookstore, 2nd Look Books, in E.P. Foster Library is open to welcome Christmas shoppers. Regular bookstore hours are Monday through Saturday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sundays, 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Discover great bargains in gently used children’s books, cooking and craft books, audio books, jigsaw puzzles, vintage books and books with a seasonal theme.
PAWS for Reading celebrates its 20th Anniversary at Ventura County Library. EP Foster Library is happy to host the 20th anniversary of Paws for Reading, a beloved program that has fostered a love of reading and community for two decades. Since its inception, Paws for Reading has brought children and therapy dogs together, helping young readers build confidence and a joy for books in a warm, supportive environment.
Join the celebration on Saturday, December 7 at 11:00 am at EP Foster Library! Families are invited to attend the festivities, including photo area, crafts, and special doggie treats to take home to furry friends. Celebrate this anniversary with current and past therapy dogs and handlers and honor the remarkable dogs and volunteers who make it all possible.
This event is free and open to the public. For additional information, please contact Sienna Sydlaske, Youth Librarian Specialist, at (805) 648 2716 or [email protected].
Kids can participate in Paws for Reading every week at E.P. Foster Library and Hill Road Library. At Hill Road Library on Wednesdays, 3:30 to 5:00 pm and at E.P. Foster Library on Thursdays, 4:00 to 5:30 pm, children of all ages can practice their reading skills in the company of gentle and attentive furry friends. Arrive at the library early to choose a book and get in line to read to a special pooch.
Discover Science at Hill Road Library on Saturday, December 7, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm with Technicolor Turkeys. Foothill Technology High volunteers lead an exploration of capillary action in this seasonal turkey science activity.
The Maker Lab at Hill Road Library is open on Thursdays, 3:30 to 4:30 pm. On December 12, Let it Glow! Make LED Circuit Holiday Cards. Craft a glowing card for friends and family this holiday season with paper circuits! Learn how to create simple paper circuitry using only a few items and a basic understanding of how circuits work. On December 5 and 19 at the Maker Lab, participate in Lego Challenges.
The Minecraft Club meets on the first and second Mondays in December, December 2 & 9, from 3:30 to 5:00 pm at E.P. Foster and Hill Road Libraries. Join us for Minecraft Gaming at the library. This program is limited to participants ages 5-17 years old. Space is limited. First come, first served.
Hill Road Library Book Club does not meet in December, but will resume in January.
The Wise Owls Book Club next meeting at Hill Road Library will be on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 , 5:00 – 6:00 pm. Wise Owls is a Book Club for adults who enjoy reading children’s literature, meeting quarterly. The Winter selection is The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin.
To join the mailing list for these Book Clubs, please email [email protected] Visit the Hill Road Library to pick up the latest Wise Owls Book Club selection.
To keep up with all the activities at Ventura County Library, check out the Library’s renovated website at https://www.vencolibrary.org
