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GRB = Grant R. Brimhall Library • NPL = Newbury Park Library
All programs are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. For the latest information on Library events, please visit libcal.tolibrary.org/calendar. |
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Summer Reading Club 2026
Monday, June 15 – Sunday, August 2
Get ready for a summer full of stories, surprises, and rewards at the Thousand Oaks Library Summer Reading Club 2026! From June 15 through August 2, readers of all ages are invited to join the fun with free events, activities, and exciting prizes. Whether you prefer flipping pages or logging minutes online, you can track your reading your way—on paper or digitally. Preregistration opens June 1, so don’t miss your chance to sign up early and start planning your summer reading adventure! Visit the library or head to tolibrary.co/src to learn more and get started.
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| LibCon 2026: Artist Alley Application Now Open! |
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Calling all artists! The Thousand Oaks Library is accepting applications for LibCon Artist Alley 2026! This is your chance to showcase and sell your artwork at the Library’s annual pop culture convention, happening August 8 & 9. Applications due by June 15, 2026. Visit www.tolibrary.co/libcon for more information and application details.
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Families and children exploring books and activities at the Children’s Expansion Celebration in 2006. |
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Happy 20th Birthday to the Children’s Library!
Wednesday, June 24 • Grant R. Brimhall Library Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Grant R. Brimhall Children’s Library expansion on Wednesday, June 24! Stop by to share a favorite memory and pick up a party favor as we commemorate two decades of stories, learning, and community together. |
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Board Game Club Tuesday, June 2 • 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. • GRB Teen Space
Ages 14+ are invited to join us monthly to play games like Forbidden Island, Dungeon Mayhem, and Wingspan, or bring your own games to share with others!
Gosh Yarn It! Crochet Club Friday, June 12 • 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. • GRB Community Room
Relax, crochet, and socialize at our crochet club! Beginners and experts alike are welcome to bring your own supplies and hang out with fellow crocheters as we sip tea and work on our projects. For ages 11+. |
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Featured Children's Programs |
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Best Friends Day Portrait Painting
Monday, June 8 • 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. & 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. • GRB Children’s Program Room
Celebrate National Best Friends Day by painting a portrait of your best friend to gift to them. For ages 6-11. Registration required.
Music Time with Mr. Michael Friday, June 19 • 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. & 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. • GRB Community Room
In this fun-filled, interactive concert, Mr. Michael creates a joyful atmosphere for kids and parents alike. For families. Registration required. |
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Tin Can Wind Chimes
Tuesday, June 23 • 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. • NPL Meeting Room Join CReATE STUDIO to make and decorate custom wind chimes out of recycled materials. For ages 11-18. Registration required.
Succulent Sprite Garden Tuesday, June 30 • 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. • GRB Teen Space
Pot a small succulent and decorate with miniatures. For ages 11-18. Registration required.
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Writer’s Club *New Program*
Wednesday, June 3 • 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. • GRB Technology Training Room
On the first Wednesday of every month local writers and authors are invited to share and discuss their current projects and get feedback from their fellow writers.
Memory Lab *New Program* Tuesday, June 30 • 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. • GRB Tech Training Room
The Memory Lab is a space for free, do-it-yourself digitization of video, sound recordings and other media. Join us for an information session on how the Memory Lab works! Registration required. |
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Join us in celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month, Pride Month, Juneteenth, Father's Day, and more! We've curated book lists for all ages to provide educational resources and promote understanding of these diverse experiences and histories. Explore these selections to learn more! |
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New Collection: Board Games
Monday, June 1 • Grant R. Brimhall Library & Newbury Park Library Game night just got even better! Starting June 1, our expanded board game collection will be available to check out and take home. From family favorites to strategy games, there’s something for all ages to enjoy. Stop by either library location and pick out your next game today! |
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Looking for a fun way to give back this summer? We’re seeking enthusiastic, friendly teens to help make the Summer Reading Club (SRC) a huge success. With flexible shifts throughout the summer, it’s a great opportunity to support your library and community while building customer service and teamwork skills. Apply as soon as possible! For ages 14-17 (Grades 9-12 in the 2026-27 school year).
Make new friends, gain valuable experience, and help keep the community reading all summer long! |
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| Just Around the Corner: July Preview |
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Plant A Seed Story Slam
Saturday, July 11 • 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. • GRB Community Room Writers ages 18+ are invited to submit original short stories (1,000–1,200 words) inspired by the theme “Plant a Seed” as part of our Summer Reading Club.
• Submission deadline: Sunday, June 28 • Submit in person at either library or email info@tolibrary.org with subject line “Story Slam” • Selected readers will be notified by Friday, July 3
Eight stories will be selected for a live reading. The audience will vote for the winning story, which will receive a prize.
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| Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library |
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If you have books to donate, please drop off your donations at either the Thousand Oaks Library or Newbury Park Library during open hours. The Friends are seeking donations of good condition paperbacks and recent nonfiction releases. Proceeds from the book sale allow the Friends to sponsor library collections and programs. |
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Grant R. Brimhall Library
1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • (805) 449-2660 Newbury Park Library
2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park, CA 91320 • (805) 498-2139 |
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