Bascom Library
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Sunday August 17 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
LEGO® Fun!
Lots and lots of Legos®... Seriously, a lot. Create something cool? We can display a photo of it on the library's LCD TV! Ask staff and we'll take a photo of it. For children and families. No registration required. Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by ......More
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Monday August 18 1:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Coloring for Adults
Coloring sheets and pencils are provided every Monday afternoon from 1:00-6:30 PM just inside the entrance of Bascom Library. Relax and explore your creativity with this great activity! All ages welcome to participate. ......More
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Monday August 18 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
1-on-1 Tech Help
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Do you need help using the computer? Don’t know how to send an email or set up a Zoom meeting? Our tech mentor can help! Learn how to: Open an email account Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots Use laptops/Chromebooks Use Microsoft Office Fill out sim......More
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Monday August 18 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Tea Time @ Bascom Library
Join us for tea, refreshments and conversation. All ages welcome. Hot tea will be served October through March, and iced tea April through September. This event is held every third Monday of the month at Bascom Library in Study Room 2. No registration required. Th......More
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Tuesday August 19 12:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
ELL Word Games
Pick up a worksheet and build your English vocabulary! Word game worksheets will be available by the library’s front entrance. Free. While Supplies last. ......More
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Tuesday August 19 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club
Build your English conversation skills with other adult learners in a welcoming and respectful environment. Practice your speaking and listening skills, expand your vocabulary, discuss current events, and much more! Free. No registration required. ......More
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Tuesday August 19 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Origami for Kids
Make designs like a sailboat, penguin, frog, or samurai helmet using colorful paper. Then decorate your origami with markers! This is a self-directed program in which all supplies and instructions are made available. A staff member or volunteer will be available for ......More
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Tuesday August 19 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Bascom Teens Reach Meeting
Teens are invited to join Bascom Library Teens Reach in-person every 3rd Tuesday of the month! This program features fun volunteer opportunities, craft activities, games, and chances to hang out with your peers and learn new skills and information. To join Teens Reach......More
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Tuesday August 19 5:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Clases de Ingles para Hispanos: Nivel Cero
¿Quieres mejorar tu vocabulario en inglés, aprender gramática, y hacer amigos? Te invitamos a participar en esta clase de inglés nivel cero dirigida por la voluntaria Michelle en la Biblioteca Bascom. Días de clases son los Martes y Jueves con excepción de los días: ......More
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Wednesday August 20 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
1-on-1 Tech Help
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Do you need help using the computer? Don’t know how to send an email or set up a Zoom meeting? Our tech mentor can help! Learn how to: Open an email account Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots Use laptops/Chromebooks Use Microsoft Office Fill out sim......More
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Thursday August 21 10:30am - 11:00am PDT
Family Storytime - Stay & Play
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that pr......More
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Thursday August 21 4:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Chess Club for Kids
Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program. For ages up to 12, and families. Located in the children's area. Registration encouraged but not required. ADA Accomm......More
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Thursday August 21 5:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Clases de Ingles para Hispanos: Nivel Cero
¿Quieres mejorar tu vocabulario en inglés, aprender gramática, y hacer amigos? Te invitamos a participar en esta clase de inglés nivel cero dirigida por la voluntaria Michelle en la Biblioteca Bascom. Días de clases son los Martes y Jueves con excepción de los días: ......More
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Friday August 22 2:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Volunteer for Bascom Library Book Sale
Help the Friends of Bascom Library prepare for their book sale the following day. This is a Volunteer Away Your Fines opportunity! Please note the work will involve lifting and transporting boxes of books, which can be heavy, as well as organizing books by category. T......More
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Saturday August 23 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Volunteer for Bascom Library Book Sale
Help the Friends of Bascom Library prepare for their book sale the following day. This is a Volunteer Away Your Fines opportunity! Please note the work will involve lifting and transporting boxes of books, which can be heavy, as well as organizing books by category. T......More
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Saturday August 23 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
Friends of Bascom Library Book Sale
The Bascom Friends Book sale is rescheduled to Saturday Sept. 20th Choose from a large collection of books at our sale in the multipurpose room. Proceeds go toward funding library programs, books, and supplies. Come support your local library branch and find ne......More
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Saturday August 23 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Volunteer for Bascom Library Book Sale
Help the Friends of Bascom Library prepare for their book sale the following day. This is a Volunteer Away Your Fines opportunity! Please note the work will involve lifting and transporting boxes of books, which can be heavy, as well as organizing books by category. T......More
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Saturday August 23 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Volunteer Away Your Fines as a Branch Buddy!
Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers will be responsible for: Cle......More
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Sunday August 24 2:00pm - 2:30pm PDT
Science Academy Presents: Secret Message With Invisible Ink
Join Science Academy at Bascom Library for fun, hands-on chemistry experiments for elementary and middle school kids! This program is: Secret Message With Invisible Ink. Learn about acid, base and chemical reactions. Online registration required. Please register on......More
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Monday August 25 1:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Coloring for Adults
Coloring sheets and pencils are provided every Monday afternoon from 1:00-6:30 PM just inside the entrance of Bascom Library. Relax and explore your creativity with this great activity! All ages welcome to participate. ......More
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Wednesday August 27 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
1-on-1 Tech Help
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Do you need help using the computer? Don’t know how to send an email or set up a Zoom meeting? Our tech mentor can help! Learn how to: Open an email account Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots Use laptops/Chromebooks Use Microsoft Office Fill out sim......More
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Wednesday August 27 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
STEM Wednesdays: Mad Science Presents Under Pressure
Join Bernoulli and Newton as we take this exciting look at the science behind aerodynamics and the properties of air... under pressure. Make your own air rocket to create air pockets with a punch, and levitate ping-pong balls in defiance of gravity! Recommended for ag......More