Tiny Art Show - Postponed

SEPTEMBER 2025

Due to the extended HVAC renovation closure, the Tiny Art Show has been rescheduled to open on September 4. Join us for the Tiny Art Show Reception on September 27, where we’ll celebrate the creativity of our artists and award prizes to the winners. Stay tuned for more details!

Children's Summer Reading Program

JUNE 16 - AUGUST 30 (EXTENDED)

There is still time to join the exciting Summer Reading Program at Blanchard Community​ ​Library! This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Children in 5th grade and younger can sign up in person to receive their 2025 Reading Log and start adding color to their summer through reading.

Read just 10 minutes a day, track your time, and visit the library to earn AMAZING PRIZES!!! 

Children's Crafts & Games in the Garden!

WEDNESDAYS, AUGUST 6 & 13 AT 10:30 AM

Come play, create, and explore in the library garden! We’ll have colorful crafts, exciting games, and lots of fun in the fresh air. Bring your imagination and get ready for an afternoon of smiles!

Teen Summer Reading Program

JUNE 16 - AUGUST 30 (EXTENDED)

The Teen Summer Reading Program is almost over, but you can still jump in and earn prizes!

Register online at https://blanchardlibrary.readsquared.com, select the teen program, and log your reading to collect badges and score entries into our final prize drawings.

Prefer to track your reading on paper? Sign up in person and get a reading log at the library.

Finish summer strong—with books, badges, and prizes!

Save the dates!

Beginning Ukulele for TEENS

SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27 AT 11:00 AM

Ukulele classes for TEENS are coming to the library this September, and we can’t wait to make music with you. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to brush up your skills, these classes are for you. Space is limited, so registration is encouraged. A limited number of library ukuleles will be available. Drop-ins are welcome if you bring your own instrument. REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 16. Register HERE.

Adult Summer Reading Program

JUNE 16 - AUGUST 30 (EXTENDED)

Our Adult Summer Reading Program is wrapping up soon, so don’t miss your chance to join the fun!

Register online at https://blanchardlibrary.readsquared.com, select the adult program, and track your reading to earn badges and be entered into our final prize drawings.

Prefer paper? Stop by the library to sign up and grab a reading log.

Enjoy a good book and some great prizes before summer ends!

Poetry on Eighth

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 AT 12:00 PM

Join us every second Saturday of the month for LIVE POETRY! Share a poem, short work, or one of your favorites. All are welcome to simply sit and listen as well. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a 3-minute maximum per person.

Tuesday Book Club - The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 AT 5:30 PM

Join our Book Club as we discuss The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride—a powerful and heartwarming novel about community, secrets, and justice in a small 1920s Pennsylvania town. Don’t miss this rich, unforgettable story of connection and courage. Copies of the book are available at the checkout desk.

Thrift Shop Hop

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27 AT 11:00 AM

Join us for a fun and budget-friendly adventure! Learn the art of thrifting with tips on how to find hidden gems, upcycle treasures, and shop sustainably. Then we’ll head out on a walking field trip to explore local thrift stores together. Perfect for teens and adults who love fashion, DIY, or a good bargain!

Amazing Succulents with Master Gardener Rosanna Prell

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28 AT 6:00 PM

Join the Master Gardeners of Ventura County to learn how to care for succulents. You will learn the basics of irrigation, pests, what soil to use, when to fertilize, and how to prune. Succulents are the camels of the plant world, so plant some in your drought-tolerant garden!

Taught by Certified Master Gardener Roanna Prell

Click this link to register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=46373

If you have gardening questions, please email our free Master Gardener Helpline at mgventura@ucanr.edu

Literacy and Civics Circle

THURSDAYS, AT 12:00 PM - STARTING AUGUST 21

Are you ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? Join the Blanchard Community Library's Literacy and Civics Circle! Prepare for the citizenship test and practice for the interview in a welcoming and supportive environment. You'll receive free resources, expert guidance, and the confidence you need to succeed.

Contact: (805) 525 3615 Ext: 3 for details.