Classes & Workshops in Shingle Springs, CA

The Craft Lab

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library · Costa Mesa, CA · Ages 18+

A time and space for you to create, decompress, renew, and connect. Free of charge. Rules: reasonable use and clean up. Items available: sewing machines with accessories, canvases and paint...

Wednesday Crochet @ Bach

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · <a href="http://maps.google.com/?q=4055+N+Bellflower+Blvd%2C+Long+Beach%2C+CA+90808" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 90808</a> · Long Beach, CA · Ages 18+

Summer is here! Discover crochet, share ideas, make a gift, and meet new people. Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to brush up on your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to get started and maybe even get hooked on crochet!*Teens and tweens must be accompanied by an adult to...

Open Build Time with Lego Artist Jess

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Malaga Cove Library · 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Come join Lego artist Jess for a relaxed, open build time. Enjoy the special show in the Malaga Cove Library Art Gallery: Build Well Together Lego Art Exhibition. Hope to see you there!

Art Adventures Camp

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Malibu Bluffs Park · Malibu, CA

https://www.malibucity.org/calendar.aspx?EID=15230

Crafternoon @ Bay Shore

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · <a href="http://maps.google.com/?q=195+Bay+Shore+Ave%2C+Long+Beach%2C+CA+90803" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bay Shore Neighborhood Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave. 90803</a> · Long Beach, CA

Join us for a different craft every week during SRP! Projects are designed for school-aged children. Younger kiddos are welcome, too--they just might need some extra help from their grownups.June 17: Leaf PrintsJune 24: Clay DayJuly 1: Shrinky DinksJuly 8: Plant Pot PaintingJuly 15: Fuse BeadsJuly..

Hammered Flower Art

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Seal Beach Library · Orange County, CA

Nature Process Art Project! This fun and easy project uses colorful fresh foliage and flowers to create naturally pigmented hammered art prints!! All ages welcome. Younger participants may require...

Sound of Water

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Descanso Gardens · 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA

Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of...

(Virtual) Pearl Avenue Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · San Jose, CA · San Jose, CA

The Pearl Avenue Book Club meets virtually, on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome to join in the lively discussions. Currently, the Club is meeting on zoom. If you register, you will be contacted with the link on the day of the program. Books for book club will be...

Seasonal Craft Night @ the Library

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Fullerton Public Library · Fullerton, CA

Joining us in creating a beautiful beaded plant at this month's Seasonal Craft Night! Adults and teens 13+. Limited Seating. Registration is required. 📅 Wednesday, July 8 🕦 5:00 - 6:30 PM 📍 Main Lib...

Matt Passmore: Tied/Untied

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Fort Mason Center · 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, San Francisco, CA

Matt Passmore’s Tied/Untied Sculpture greats visitors to the Fort Mason Center For Arts & Culture waterfront campus.

Decorate a Bird Feeder

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Antioch Library · 501 W. 18th Street, Antioch, CA

Each participant will receive one bird feeder made from natural durable wood to paint, decorate, and personalize. A blend of wild bird seed will be included to attract local birds to your new outdoor feeder! All art materials and craft kits will be provided while supplies last. Allergy disclaimer:..

Jewish American Fiction Book Club: The Fixer

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 2:00 AM–3:30 AM UTC · San Rafael, CA · San Rafael, CA

Everyone is welcome to join our online (Zoom) book discussion group on Wednesday July 8, 2026. For more information and a Zoom invite, contact Davo Knepler at nuevodavos@yahoo.com. We will be discussing The Fixer by Bernard Malamud . The Fixer is the winner of the 1967 National Book Award for...

Through the Decades at Casa Romantica

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens · 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, CA, 92672, San Clemente, CA

An exhibit showcasing historic and contemporary works from the Festival’s Permanent Art Collection.

EmPOWERing Access Project: Sewing Skills Workshop

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Mission Viejo Library · Mission Viejo, CA · Ages 18+

The EmPOWERing Access Project has provided the library with new sewing machines to support community learning and help patrons explore new skills. In this special grant-funded class, participants will...

Paint and Sip with Flor Campos for Adults

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Fountain Valley Library · Orange County, CA

It’s a fun and relaxing time painting with a exciting step-by-step guide! Recommended for adults. Space and supplies are limited. Ticketing will begin 3pm on the day of the program. Limit 3 per...

"Art Explorers" Art House Summer Art Camp

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · King Library Branch Library · 150 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA

Create, imagine, and explore everything from illustrations & chalk to drawing & painting, clay and more! Use your imagination and have fun! Art House is a local non-profit that integrates social emotional learning with creativity that can nurture, connect, and heal students through expression,...

Teens in Action

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Montrose Library · 2465 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA · Ages 13–18

Make a DIY pressed flower sun catcher, teens will design their own glowing window art using real pressed flowers and translucent materials. Plus, receive an hour of community service! Teens in Action (TIA) at the Montrose Library is a small group of teens (Ages 13-18) dedicated to helping and...

Teen Art Club

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Fallbrook Library · 124 S. Mission Road, Fallbrook, CA · Ages 10–17

Join fellow creative teens to learn new art techniques and make your own masterpieces! Ages: 12-17

Music & Movement

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 1:30 AM–2:15 AM UTC · Mitchell Park Library · 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Bring your dancing feet to the Mitchell Park Library on Wednesday evenings for Music & Movement with Librarian Celina. Build early literacy skills through movement, songs, and dance. Instruments, songs, and dance moves will all be introduced so that everyone will be able to enjoy moving along to...

Tablet Animation

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 4:00 PM UTC · Walt Disney Family Museum · 104 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129, San Francisco, CA

Sewing Basics JR Travel Pillowcase

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Foster City Library — Programming area · San Mateo, CA

Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of sewing? We'll teach you the basics, from threading the needle to winding a bobbin. Get hands-on practice and see how easy and exciting sewing can be! This class is specifically designed for kids aged 5-18. No experience is needed. All materials will.

Teen Sewing Workshop-Super Hero Throw Pillows

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Mt. Pleasant Branch Library · 3411 Rocky Mountain Dr, San Jose, CA · Ages 10–17

Mt Pleasant Neighborhood Library is hosting a Teen Sewing Workshop in support of this year's Graphic Novel Making Contest . Learn to use a sewing machine and all materials are provided. You are welcome to bring your own machine if you have one. FREE. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Patrons must be...

VCAA Open Studio

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Valley Center Library · 29200 Cole Grade Road, Valley Center, CA

Weekly art classes and workshops facilitated by the Valley Center Art Association. Supplies provided.

Artesia Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Artesia Library · 18801 Elaine Avenue, Artesia, CA

Join us for a book discussion. The book for July is "Beautiful Ugly" by Alice Feeney. For adults.

Let's Make: Succulent Sand Art

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Laguna Hills Library · Orange County, CA

Create the mini tropics with colorful sand and fake succulents. This sandy terrarium will never wilt! Location: Held upstairs in the classroom on the right. No registration required; all materials...

Adult Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Littlerock Library · 35119 80th Street East, Littlerock, CA · Ages 18+

Littlerock Library's Adult Book Club will set sail on a gripping literary journey with 'Adrift' by Lisa Brideau. For adults.

Floral Watercolor Bookmarks with Anamika

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · San Ramon Library · 100 Montgomery Street, San Ramon, CA

Celebrate the Summer time with a special workshop taught by Anamika. This event will introduce the fundamentals of watercolor with a focus on watercolor paper, paints, brushes, and techniques for adults and seniors. We will practice a few strokes to paint some flowers and create a bookmark to take..

Teen/Tween Craft Time

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Aliso Viejo Library · Orange County, CA · Ages 10–17

Paint a pot and plant a seed! All materials provided, but supplies and space are limited. No registration required.

Wacky Wednesdays: Shark Headband craft

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · King Library Branch Library · 150 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA

Join us on Wednesdays for arts or crafts at the library! Each week we focus on a different themed artwork or craft. All supplies will be provided! Free. No registration required. While supplies lasts. July 8 - Shark Headband craft ADA Accommodation Requests

The Classics Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Alondra Library · 11949 Alondra Boulevard, Norwalk, CA · Ages 18+

Join us for our monthly The Classics Book Club. We will be discussing The Yearling by Marjorie K. Rawlings. Copies of this title are available at the Circulation Desk. For ages 18 and up.

Professional Embroidery Machine Orientation & Training

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Huntington Beach Central Library · Huntington Beach, CA

This hands-on training session introduces participants to professional embroidery equipment, including: • Tajima Industrial Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine • Brother Commercial-Grade Multi-Needle Emb...

Spin a Yarn - Adult Craft Social

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Fremont Library — Van Doorn Room · Fremont, CA · Ages 18+

This is not a class, we cannot provide craft instruction Do you knit, crochet, cross stitch, macramé, latch hook, quilt? Are you experienced in fiber arts? Are you new to fiber arts and have a project you're ready to start? Why not get together at the library and work alongside other fiber arts...

STEAM Challenge

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · El Toro Library · Orange County, CA

Join us at the library for STEAM themed craft programs and explore topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! No registration necessary, but supplies are limited.

Public Safety Writers Association – PSWA Annual Conference 2026

In 1 week · Jul 9 – Jul 13 · Las Vegas, NV · Las Vegas, NV

The Public Safety Writers Association Annual Conference gathers writers connected to the world of public safety at The Orleans in Las Vegas. The PSWA supports authors creating content related to law enforcement, fire service and emergency medical services, welcoming both fiction and non-fiction...

After School Crafts

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Jamaica Plain Branch Library · 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, CA

Every Wednesday at 4 pm, come to the Jamaica Plain branch library and make a fun craft! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow.

Pokémon Club

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Pacifica Sharp Park Library · 104 Hilton Way, Pacifica, CA

Gotta catch 'em all! Come hang out with other Pokémon enthusiasts at Pokémon Club. Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, challenge your friends to a showdown, and try your hand at Pokémon origami!

DIY Succulent Art

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Yorba Linda Public Library · 4852 Lakeview Ave, Yorba Linda, CA 92886, Yorba Linda, CA

Create a work of art using real succulents! In this DIY, you’ll fill a shallow plant tray with soil, then arrange rocks, driftwood, and succulents to create a delightful design. Registration...

Teen Crafternoons @ Main TeenZone

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Main Library TeenZone Branch Library · 125 14th Street, Oakland, CA · Ages 10–17

Make your crafty dreams come true at our weekly Teen Crafternoons! Drop by the Main Library TeenZone every Wednesday between 3:00-5:00pm to bead, sew, paint, glue, crochet, collage, and more with our collection of craft materials. We do a different craft every week! For youth in 6th-12th grades....

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Quartz Hill Library · 5040 West Avenue M, Quartz Hill, CA

Join us to discuss 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. Copies will be available at the circulation desk. For adults.

Crazy Canvas Art

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 9, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Hacienda Heights Library · 16010 La Monde Street, Hacienda Heights, CA · Ages 18+

Starting an original painting can be intimidating, so let’s make it fun! This activity uses random dice rolls to give you ideas for an original painting. Feel free to be as serious, or as silly, as you want! For Adults ages 18 and up.

Henna for Teens at Asian

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Asian Branch Branch Library · 388 Ninth Street, Suite 190, Oakland, CA · Ages 12–18

Learn about the ancient art of henna at the library this summer and get your own Henna tattoo with artist Rachel Palacios. Henna tattoos are temporary, but can last up to 8-10 days. Do not miss out on this opportunity to participate in our Teen Summer Program, which includes great prizes! For...

Spinning Wonder Craft

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Fairfax Library · 2097 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax, CA

Create a thaumatrope- a simple optical illusion toy where two images appear to be one due to the persistence of vision. All materials provided. ADA Accommodation Request | Solicitud de Adaptación ADA

I Heart After School Art

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Pleasant Hill Library · 2 Monticello Avenue, Pleasant Hill, CA

Have fun creating art during our studio time each Wednesday after school in our Maker Space! This program is geared towards elementary & middle school students and presented by I Heart Art with support by The Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library! No registration necessary.