Thursday, July 2, 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, July 4, 2026
LIBRARY CLOSED – Independence Day
Tuesday, July 7, 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, July 7, 2026 – 6:30–7:30pm
One Village, One Book
Join us to discuss Girls Girls Girls by Shoshana von Blanckensee..Our book club meets monthly at the library to discuss books set in Oakland and the Bay Area or by Bay Area authors.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 – 3:00–3:45pm
Mike the Magician
Mike Della Penna creates wonder and laughter with family magic performances that are equal part playful and astonishing.
Thursday, July 9, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, July 11, 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!
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Teens: Learn Bargello Needlepoint at Montclair
Don’t know how to do needlepoint? Don’t worry! Bargello is fun, cute and SUPER easy to learn! Make your very own piece (coaster, wall art, whatever you want it to be) to take home with you. All supplies and instructions included, so just bring yourself (and a friend). Your work may be featured in our virtual art show featuring tiny bargello patterned pieces made by teens all around Oakland!
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 3:00–3:45pm
Mr. Elephant
Mr. Elephant is an Oakland-based speech therapist who makes music for little language learners (and big ones too!) alongside his hilarious gang of puppets!
Thursday, July 16, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, July 18, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Build. Make. Play.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – 6:00–7:30pm
Tuesday Night Art Club with Lellobird
It’s Paint Your Pet night! See details above.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – 3:00–3:45pm
Mariela’s Music Time
A fun, energetic and interactive bilingual performance for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their families. Come sing and dance while Mariela plays the guitar!
Thursday, July 23, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, July 25, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Build. Make. Play.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – 11:45am–12:15pm
Baby Bounce
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 – 2:00–3:00pm
Teens: Learn to Carve a Rubber Stamp at Montclair
Come by and learn how to make your own rubber stamp featuring any design you want. Carve your stamp then stamp away! You get to take it home with you after the program. All supplies and instructions included.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 – 3:00–4:00pm
Insect Discovery Lab
Learn about the diverse world of insects and arthropods. SaveNature.org staff will share their knowledge about the role insects and arthropods play in our lives.
Thursday, July 30, 2026 – 10:15–11:15am
Toddler Storytime
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