Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Come to Montclair Baby Bounce every Tuesday morning. We will sing, dance, and read books all designed for participants 0 to 1 years old, followed by playtime with your baby and other caregivers.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – 6:30–7:30pm
One Village, One Book
Join us to discuss Moneyball by Michael Lewis. Our book club meets monthly at the library to discuss books set in Oakland and the Bay Area or by Bay Area authors.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Teens: Engrave Your Own Keychain at Montclair
Try out our new handheld engravers and engrave a keychain that you can take home. All supplies and instructions included, so just bring yourself (and a friend).
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – 6:00–7:30pm
Meet the Author: Anita Gail Jones
Join author Anita Gail Jones in discussion of her debut novel, The Peach Seed.
Thursday, June 4, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Join us for an interactive morning of songs, rhymes, stories and socializing designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years! After storytime, stay and play with age-appropriate toys. Siblings are welcome.
Saturday, June 6, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Build. Make. Play.
Join us for an afternoon of fun. Activities will vary from art to STEM play. Visit each week for something new.
Saturday, June 6, 2026 – 2:30–4:30pm
Little Explorers Petting Zoo
Visit the cute and cuddly animals from the Little Explorers Petting Zoo. This is a popular event for the whole family – please be prepared to wait in line!
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – 2:00–4:00pm
Teens: Metalsmithing – Make Your Own Jewelry at Montclair
Come on by and make your own jewelry with help from artist and teacher Darcy Nicholson. In this workshop you will learn how to make byzantine chainmail to create a bracelet or earrings. All supplies are included and you get to take your piece with you when you’re done! Must be there for full workshop to participate. For teens age 12-18. Limited to 7 participants.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – 3:00–3:45pm
Brian Scott- Magician
Expect an interactive show filled with magic and comedy. Brian’s goal is to make you THINK and WONDER, while also making you LAUGH. Come be amazed and find many of the answers you seek in the library.
Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, June 13, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Build. Make. Play.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – 6:00–7:30pm
Tuesday Night Art Club with Lellobird: Painting the Sky
The Tuesday Night Art Club is the easiest club to join: Just show up and make art. All materials provided, no experience necessary, and we have an emphasis on process over product.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – 3:00–3:45pm
Duncan Playful Circus
Duncan Playful Circus presents of “The True Color of Love,” a blend of juggling, unicycle, clowning and theatrical magic. This is a bilingual program in English and Spanish.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Friday, June 19, 2026
LIBRARY CLOSED – Juneteenth
Saturday, June 20, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Build. Make. Play.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Teen Crafting @ Montclair
Come hang out and get crafty every fourth Wednesday at 2:00pm.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – 3:00–3:45pm
Drummm!
This rhythm celebration unites communities through the beat of the drum. Expect an interactive show that entertains, educates and inspires.
Thursday, June 25, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Build. Make. Play.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
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