Community Events in Independence, CA

Volunteer opportunities, meetups, and community events in Independence, CA. Get involved locally.

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Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC

Orlando Fiber Arts Meetup Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. To register, please visit...

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Kids' Crochet Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Melrose Branch Branch Library · 4805 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA

Come learn to crochet and to hang out with other yarn lovers! All experience levels welcome, bring your own project or use the supplies provided. For children in 3rd to 6th grade.

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Childrens Storytimes: Family Open

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 5:00 PM–5:20 PM UTC · Children's Library Little Theater · Beverly Hills, CA

https://www.beverlyhills.org/calendar.aspx?EID=2626

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Book Club: Bring Your Own Book

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC

Join us at the Luce Line Brewing Company for a casual, commitment-free book club and discuss what books you are reading with the group. You may hear about books you’d like to read and ones you may not have considered before. Purchase of refreshments is not required to participate. Collaborator:...

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After School Craft

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · La Mesa Library · 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA · Ages 5+

Make it, take it, love it! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting where imagination takes center stage. A different craft every week! Recommended for ages 5+

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Teen Crafts and Stuff: Return of the Shrinky Dinks

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Old Town Newhall Library · 24500 Main St, Santa Clarita, CA

The Force is strong with this craft! Teens and tweens, design your own Star Wars-themed Shrinky Dinks—think lightsabers, droids, and more! No registration required. For grades 6–12.

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San Carlos Stitchers

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · San Carlos Library · 610 Elm Street, San Carlos, CA

Do you like to crochet or knit? Bring your own crochet, knitting or hand craft sewing project and meet other local stitchers in this informal drop-in group. Skills are not taught here, but anyone can practice and socialize. We meet weekly from 6:00-7:55 PM on Tuesdays.

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Chinese Storytimes

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 5:15 PM–5:45 PM UTC · Peninsula Center Library · 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Sing, dance, and enjoy stories in Chinese! This lively program blends music, movement, and storytelling to introduce new languages and celebrate cultures. Designed for children 18 months to 5 years, with all ages welcome. No registration required. Brought to you by Global Lingual Academy.

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Adult Crochet Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Melrose Branch Branch Library · 4805 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA · Ages 18+

Join the Melrose Adult Crochet Club for all levels, beginners to advanced. Learn how to crochet basic and advanced stitches, and get assistance when you need it. Share your work with others and get new project ideas. Teach others to crochet!

Crafty Hour

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 1:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

Feeling crafty? Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts. This program is for adults over the age of 18. Registration is not required but recommended.

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Intro to Digital Animation - A Three Day Class

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 1:30 AM–3:30 AM UTC · Burbank Central Library · 110 North Glenoaks Boulevard, Burbank, CA

Join us in the Spark! Digital Media Lab for this three-day class. During the classes you will: Create a shape that moves and bounces Give your shape character by adding a face that blinks and reacts Delve deeper into the 12 Principles of Animation Access to the Spark! Lab is for adults and students.

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Minhwa Folk Art Guided Paint and Sip @Central

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 12:30 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

Join us on May 5th from 5:30-7pm for a workshop led by Painter's Space creator Tiffanie Nguyen introducing the Korean-American artist Kate Oh, who blends traditional Minhwa folk painting with modern creativity. Participants will learn about Korean symbols of luck and happiness, then design their...

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Adaptive Arts

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 6:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Montrose Library · 2465 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA

Adults (18+) with intellectual or developmental disabilities, along with their caregivers, are invited to enjoy craft projects designed for all abilities. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email...

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Neighborhood Ecology

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Brand Library & Art Center · 1601 W Mountain Street, Glendale, CA

To love Southern California is to love its vibrancy, diversity, and the dynamic communities tucked in its storied neighborhoods. Neighborhood Ecology will bring together a group of local artists whose work highlights different aspects of various Southern California environs: how the area is seen by.

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Fearless Readers 5th Grade Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:15 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dublin Library · 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA

Fearless Readers is a book discussion group for 5th graders. If you love reading books, and discussing them with a group, this is the place for you! Some months we'll also have an activity to go along with the discussion. We will meet on the first Tuesday of each month. This month, we are reading...

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The Whodunit? Mystery Book Club At Los Altos Library

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 5:15 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Los Altos Library · 13 S. San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA

A monthly discussion of the best in mystery fiction. Please join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 am. This month's book is Bluebird, Bluebird , by Attica Locke. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the.

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Suisun Sewing Circle

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Suisun City Library · 601 Pintail Dr, Suisun City, CA 94585, Fairfield, CA

Bring your own sewing machine or use one of ours. We have some supplies to get you started, or feel free to bring a work-in-progress. This is a family-friendly program geared toward adults.

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Branciforte Book Club Meeting

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Branciforte Library · 230 Gault St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, Santa Cruz, CA

Tuesday, January 6th, 4-5 pm. We'll discuss Plainsong by Kent Haruf, a novel that weaves different people's life stories, where loneliness and need are transformed into nourishing bonds. Tuesday, February 3rd (coincidentally, my birthday!), 4-5 pm. We'll discuss The Road Home by Rose Tremain, a...

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Fiber Arts @Central

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 10:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

We meet the first and third Tuesday of the month from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Beginners to experts of all ages are welcome. Knitting needles and yarn will be available, but bring your own if you have a project in mind. Staff and volunteers can give some help and advice but this is not a class. Sewing...

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After School Art Explorers

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Bonita-Sunnyside Library · 4375 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA · Ages 5+

Have fun exploring different art processes, techniques, and mediums from printmaking to watercolor. Get creative and make an art piece to take home. For all ages 5 and up.

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Mystery Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 1:30 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Castro Valley Library · 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, CA

Meet with your neighbors and fellow mystery lovers on the first Tuesday night of each month for a lively discussion of classic and current mysteries. Read this month's selection, drop in and join the fun! For May 5 the club will be discussin g Trespassers at the Golden Gate: A True Account of Love,.

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Friendship and Fun

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 5:45 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Lakeside Library · 12428 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA

This program offers a chance for guests to practice small and large motor skills and express their creativity. We provide instructor-led support along with all craft supplies. First Wednesday is Music and Movement, second Wednesday is Arts and Crafts, third Wednesday is Chair Yoga, and fourth...

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Fiber Arts Recreation Time

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · San Pablo Library · 13751 San Pablo Avenue, San Pablo, CA · Ages 11+

Join us the first Tuesday of every month, 4-5:30, for Fiber Arts Recreation Time! Build community while making your own crochet, embroidery, knitting creations, and more! Bring your own projects or work on something new with us. This program is ideal for those with foundational knowledge. For ages..

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Drop-In Knitting & Sewing

In 1 week · Wed, May 6, 1:00 AM–2:45 AM UTC · Pleasant Hill Library · 2 Monticello Avenue, Pleasant Hill, CA

Join an enthusiastic group of crafters on Tuesday evenings in the makerspace. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. Volunteers will be on hand for assistance with our sewing machines. Bring your own projects and supplies. No registration required.

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LEGO Tuesdays!

In 1 week · Tue, May 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Downtown Library · 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, Santa Cruz, CA

We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation! In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because...