Arts & Culture in Thornton, CA

After School Craft

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 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+

Kids' Crochet Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 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.

VAPA Students Show 2026

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cypress College · 9200 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 90630, Cypress, CA

The Cypress College Art Gallery showcases student work from all Visual and Performing Arts disciplines. This free event takes place in the Cypress College Art Gallery. Opening night is May 7.

Fresh Faces at foaSouth

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 4:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · foaSOUTH · 1006 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, Laguna Beach, CA

An exhibit featuring works by many first-time Festival of Arts Fine Art Show exhibitors.

Teen Tuesdays at The Spot

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Downtown Library · 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, Santa Cruz, CA · Ages 10–17

A place just for teens at the downtown library! On Tuesdays at The Spot, enjoy board games, art supplies, access to computers, crocheting, movies or gaming, an occasional craft or snack, or just come by to hang out or do homework.

Tween Craft

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Vista Library · 700 Eucalyptus Avenue, Vista, CA · Ages 10–17

Tween Crafts are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Tween Crafts are geared for ages 9 through 12 to encourage exploring creativity. Supplies are first come, first served and while supplies last..

Pop Up Creative Lab @Central

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

PLAY, LEARN, CREATE! Bring your ideas to life in the pop-up Creative Lab makerspace. You’ll find tools to explore graphic design, music, photography, sewing, electronics, art & crafts, and 3D printing, and more. Try your hand at designing and making a sticker on our Cricut machines, sewing a...

San Carlos Stitchers

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 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.

Open Sewing

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Half Moon Bay Library · 620 Correas Street, Half Moon Bay, CA

Join us for open time to use the library’s sewing machines. Bring your own project or use some of our supplies to make your own. There will be no formal instruction, but assistance will be provided for the machines if necessary.

Adult Crochet Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 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!

Taller de Arte Para Niños / Art Workshop for Kids

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Cherryland Library · 278 Hampton Road, Hayward, CA

Únase con nosotros cada martes para un taller de arte para niños de edades 3-11! Los niños aprenderán nuevos proyectos y técnicas artísticas cada semana, con un énfasis en el proceso creativo. La instrucción estará en Español y en Ingles. La Acesibilidad La biblioteca puede hacer disponible un...

Parent-Child Sewing Workshop @North

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · North Branch · 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707, Berkeley, CA · Ages 8+

Join us for a special parent/child beginning sewing workshop! Learn the basics of machine sewing alongside your child (ages 8 and up). We will work on creating a tote bag that you will get to take home. All materials provided, including sewing machines. You may bring your own sewing machine if you..

Craft Program

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Fairfield Civic Center Library · 1150 Kentucky St, Fairfield, CA 94533, Fairfield, CA

Craft Program

Art Cart

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Montrose Library · 2465 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA

This is a self-directed, drop-in program. No instruction will be provided— the creative decisions are yours to make! We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email LibraryInfo@GlendaleCA.gov Parking is available on...

After School Art Explorers

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 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.

Moraga Knitting & Crochet Club!

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Moraga Library · 1500 St. Mary's Road, Moraga, CA

Join Us for the Twice Monthly Moraga Knitting & Crochet Club. This is a drop-in program, so bring your current knitting or crochet projects. Share tips and techniques with other enthusiastic knitters. Enjoy a relaxing and creative atmosphere. All skill levels are welcome! No reservation is...

Hayley Williams At A Bachelorette Party

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 3:00 AM UTC · Fox Theater · 1807 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA

Hayley Williams At A Bachelorette Party live at Fox Theater

Craft, Crochet, and Knitting Meet Up

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Descanso Library · 9545 River Drive, Descanso, CA

Join us every Tuesday evening for crafting, crochet, and knitting. Socialize and have fun!

Electronic Music-Making Studio @ Central CMR

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

Join us for fun electronic music making studio sessions this winter. Ableton Live is a popular, professional level, music creation software. It comes pre-loaded with tons of sounds and digital instruments for you to play with and create your own music. Ableton Push music boards will also be...

Adaptive Arts

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 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...

Drop-In Knitting & Sewing

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 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.

Anime Your Way

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Pacific Park Library · 501 South Pacific Avenue, Glendale, CA

All materials will be provided, though participants are welcome to bring their preferred art materials. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email LibraryInfo@GlendaleCA.gov Parking is available on the surrounding...

LEGO Tuesdays!

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 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...

Trash to Treasure: Eco-Art Adventures at Malibu Elementary

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · - 6955 Fernhill Drive Malibu CA 90265 · Malibu, CA

https://www.malibucity.org/calendar.aspx?EID=14777

Childrens Storytimes: Toddlers

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 5:00 PM–5:20 PM UTC · Children's Library Little Theater · Beverly Hills, CA

https://www.beverlyhills.org/calendar.aspx?EID=2603

Érase Una Vez

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Cherryland Library · 278 Hampton Road, Hayward, CA

¡Érase una Vez es un programa para todos! Vamos a leer y cantar en español con nuestra comunidad. Leemos, cantamos y bailamos en esta hora de cuentos. Despues de leer, habrá un taller de arte para niños. Les invitamos para Érase Una Vez en persona en el Centro Communitario de Cherryland. Érase una..

Kids' Crafternoon

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Butte County Library · 1820 Mitchell Ave, Oroville, CA

Paradise Crafternoon

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Butte County Library · 1820 Mitchell Ave, Oroville, CA

Come into the library for a fun activity or cool craft! Activities change every week!

Brown Bag Book Club: AANHPI Heritage Month

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Palo Alto, CA · Palo Alto, CA

The Brown Bag Book Club meets monthly on the second Tuesday and reads a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles. To receive the Zoom link by email, please register for the event. You will receive the Zoom link the day before or the day of the event. This month, celebrating Asian American, Native...

Queer Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC

Join our discussion of new and interesting books written by queer authors or on queer topics – LGBTQIA+ centered program. Bring along your book recommendations for future meetings. Hosted by Lynn from East Lake Library and Sara from Ridgedale Library, this book club will meet the second Tuesday of..

Furoshiki as Japanese History

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Altadena Library @ Loma Alta Park · 3330 North Lincoln Avenue, Altadena, CA

In tandem with One Book, One Coast's title of They Called Us Enemy by George Takai, join us to learn the art of Japanese wrapping techniques with cloth - Furoshiki, led by Kumi Corsa from The Art of Furoshiki as well as discuss Takai's graphic novel.

Teen Pop Up Crafts

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Piedmont Avenue Branch Branch Library · 80 Echo Avenue, Oakland, CA · Ages 10–17

Teens! Come and hang out and get creative with us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.

Book Club: Read Together, Richmond Branch Silent Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM UTC · SFPL Richmond Branch Library · 351 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118, San Francisco, CA

Book Clubs

1st-2nd Grade Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Northwest Branch Library · 3323 West Victory Boulevard, Burbank, CA

Please register using your child’s name. Space is limited. If you did not attend last month’s book club meeting, registration is required. If spots are available, they open after the previous month's meeting has ended. Once registered, you will need to pick up a free book at Northwest...

Crafternoon @ Central

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

Crafternoon @ Central

Crafternoons at West Roxbury

In 1 week · Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · West Roxbury Branch Library · 1961 Centre St, West Roxbury, CA

Come to the West Roxbury Branch and get creative in the Community Room! Miss Annette will provide the materials and you only need to bring your awesome imagination. We will mainly be upcycling various items such as toilet paper rolls, plastic lids, straws, and more. Accessibility Notice : We strive.