James S. Thalman Chino Hills
Branch Programs
Off Session
April 7, 2024 – April 20, 2024
Hollywood Event
Tuesday, April 9 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Be a star here at the library with fun crafts, awesome activities, music, dancing, and lots of amazing books sure to put a dazzle in your award-winning smile!
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, April 11 at 11:30 AM
This engaging storytime includes stories, songs, rhymes, and more. A letter of the alphabet is featured each session to help familiarize children with the letters of the alphabet and the sounds they make.
Scavenger Hunt
Ongoing from Monday, April 15 – Sunday, April 21
Find some of your favorite classic characters hidden throughout the children’s section of the library. Pick up your scavenger hunt list at the children’s desk. There will be a special incentive for those who complete all tasks!
Special STEAM Craft
Wednesday, April 17 at 4:30 PM
Exercise both sides of your brain with an awesome STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) craft!
Session 3
April 21, 2024 – June 1, 2024
Toddler Boot Camp
Mondays at 11:30 AM
These are early learning programs that introduce literacy to our youngest library visitors, which include songs, concept storybooks (i.e., shapes, colors, etc.), and lots of movement! These programs range from 30-60 minutes and are designed for highly active children.
Craft Corner
Mondays at 4:30 PM
This craft program is designed for children between the ages of 6 and 11 who enjoy creating crafts (many of which follow a season, holiday, or special unique theme).
Movers and Shakers
Tuesdays at 11:30 AM
These are early learning programs that introduce literacy to our youngest library visitors, which include songs, concept storybooks (i.e., shapes, colors, etc.), and lots of movement! These programs range from 30-60 minutes and are designed for highly active children.
Little Artists
Tuesdays at 4:30 PM
This craft program is designed for little ones who are learning to improve their fine motor skills in a creative way.
Mature Drivers Education (18+)
Wednesdays from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
A 6-week preparation course for seniors needing to take the DMV written exam. participants will take several practice tests and be issued a letter of completion at the end of the course.
Tiny Hoppers
Wednesdays at 11:30 AM
These are early learning programs that introduce literacy to our youngest library visitors, which include songs, concept storybooks (i.e., shapes, colors, etc.), and lots of movement! These programs range from 30-60 minutes and are designed for highly active children.
Learn-Ology Lab: A STEM Program
Wednesdays at 4:30 PM
This hands-on program incorporates interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) projects! Designed for children ages 6-11, participants will enjoy learning, building, and creating.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 11:30 AM
This engaging storytime includes stories, songs, rhymes, and more. A letter of the alphabet is featured each session to help familiarize children with the letters of the alphabet and the sounds they make.
Discover Art
Thursdays at 4:30 PM
Discover fun and exciting art styles and techniques in this hands-on program that highlights famous artists, monuments, locations, and art skills.
Kids on the Move
Fridays at 10:00 AM
These are early learning programs that introduce literacy to our youngest library visitors, which include songs, concept storybooks (i.e., shapes, colors, etc.), and lots of movement! These programs range from 30-60 minutes and are designed for highly active children.
Totally Toddlers
Saturdays at 10:00 AM
These are early learning programs that introduce literacy to our youngest library visitors, which include songs, concept storybooks (i.e., shapes, colors, etc.), and lots of movement! These programs range from 30-60 minutes and are designed for highly active children.
Tails and Stories
Fridays, May 10, and May 24 at 4:30 PM
Join us for this wonderful program where you can practice your reading skills on nonjudgmental listeners: dogs! Therapy dogs come into our library to listen to you read, and they love hearing stories.
Adult Paint Event
Fridays, May 3, May 17, and May 31 at 4:00 PM
Discover your creative side among adults in this step-by-step guided paint class.
Medieval Event
Tuesday, May 7 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Hang on to your helmets, adorn your gowns, and join a spectacular medieval adventure at the library with unforgettable books, amazing crafts, music and more!
Special Storytime Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Wednesday, May 8 at 2:00 PM
Join us for a special story and craft celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month!