Temecula Public Library
30600 Pauba Road
Temecula , CA
(951) 693-8900
Book Buzz Club
Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m
Ages 9-12
Session 2: January 10th, January 24th, February 7th and February 21st. Registration begins January 3rd at 6:00 p.m.
Session 3: April 3rd, April 17th, May 1st and May 15th.
Registration begins March 27th at 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy lively book discussions and related activities with new friends.
Build-a-Rocket Workshop
Wednesday, January 11th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 8-12
Construct a rocket for launching with the Temecula Rocket Group. All materials provided. Space limited. Requited registration begins January 4th at 4:00 p.m.
Lego Building Contest
January 3rd through 13th
Ages 5-12
Entries due by Friday January 13th. Winners announced Wednesday, January 25th at the Lego Block Party. Complete rules and entry forms available at the library starting January 3rd.
Lego Block Party
Wednesday, January 25th at 4:00 p,m.
Ages 5-12
January Library Lego mania! Enjoy Lego fun, eat Lego cake and find out who won the contest! Space limited. Required registration begins January 18th at 4:00 p.m.
Luce Puppet Company Presents "Zomo the Trickster Rabbit"
Wednesday, February 8th at 4:00 p.m.
All Ages
Celebrate Black History Month with this colorful West African folktale puppet show.
An Afternoon with Dr. Seuss
Wednesday, February 29th at 4:00 p.m.
All Ages
One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish... don't miss this program featuring talented actor Duffy Hudson performing a zany hatful of Dr. Seuss stories. Enjoy Seussical face painting too! And to think you saw it on Pauba Road!
Timeline Travelers: Getting to Know Galileo
Wednesday, March 14th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 4 and up
Meet the "Father of Modern Physics and Astronomy" as we learn about science and history in this educational and entertaining program.
Why Dogs Fly
Wednesday, March 28th at 4:00 p.m.
All Ages
Watch talented canines perform dazzling tricks and learn tips on dog training and safety.
Party Puppet Show
Wednesday, April 11th at 4:00 p.m.
All Ages
Celebrate National Library Week with a festive puppet show full of family fun!
Kidz 'n' Power Event
Wednesday, April 25th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 3 and up
Kids safety tips including breakaway techniques, stranger warning signs, internet safety and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dia de los Ninos/Dia de Los Libros Celebration
Saturday, April 28th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
All Ages
Enjoy a Mariachi Magic Show, music, storytelling, treats y mucho mas!
American Girl Tea
Wednesday, May 9th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 5-12
A fun filled hour of American Girl crafts, tea and treats. Dolls and tea attire welcome. Space limited. Required registration begins May 2nd at 4:00 p.m!
Authorfest
Wednesday, May 23rd at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 4-12
Meet local authors of children's books, discover how they became authors and enjoy tasty treats.
Storytimes
Goodnight Moon Pajama Storytime
"It's Snowing!"
Monday, January 9th at 7:00 p.m.
All Ages
Warm up a wintry night with cool and cozy snow stories.
Goodnight Moon Pajama Storytime
"I Love My Friends"
Monday, February 6th at 7:00 p.m.
All Ages
Wear your pj's and bring a buddy for friendship tales.
Goodnight Moon Pajama Storytime
"Zooper Fun"
Monday, March 5th at 7:00 p.m.
All Ages
Join us for tons of zooper fun about animals large and small.
Goodnight Moon Pajama Storytime
"Doggy Days"
Monday, April 2nd at 7:00 p.m.
All Ages
Who let the dogs out? Canine tales to wag your tail about.
Goodnight Moon Pajama Storytime
"Cat Capers"
Monday, May 7th at 7:00 p.m.
All Ages
Don't miss these purrfectly told tales of frisky feline fun.
Baby Sign Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.
January 10th through March 20th
April 10th through May 15th
Ages: Babies to 23 months
An interactive storytime for babies under age 2 with stories and sign language. Babies can communicate about their world long before they have mastered verbal speaking skills.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.
January 11th through March 21st
April 11th through May 16th
Ages 3-5
An independent group activity designed to introduce preschool age children to storytelling and to build a foundation for reading readiness.
Toddler Storytime
Thursdays at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.
January 12th through March 22nd
April 12th through May 17th
Ages 24-35 months
An on-the-lap storytime designed to introduce two year olds and their parents to stories, rhymes and activities that stimulate a toddler's developing vocabulary,
Paws to Read
Saturday mornings
Young readers-in-training can bone up on their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. Please call (951) 693-8980 to schedule an appointment to read to one of our furry friends!
La Hora del Cuento
Bilingual Storytime (Spanish/English)
Mondays at 11:00 a.m.
January 9th through March 19th
April 9th through May 14th
Ages 3-8
Stories, fingerplays and songs in Spanish and English.
Prior Months Programs
Fall Book Buzz Club
1st and 3rd Tuesdays
September 6th through November 1st at 6:00 p.m.
Ages 9-12
Enjoy lively book discussions and related activities with new friends. Space is limited to 20. Registration begins August 30th at 6:00 p.m.
Signing Time Fun with the Frawleys
Wednesday, August 24th at 4:00 p.m.
All Ages
An interactive program of ASL songs and rhymes for babies, children and parents.
Traveling the World With Mad Science Wednesday, September 14 at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 3 and up
Explore the scientific world around us in this interactive and educational show.
Survivor Animal Show Wednesday, September 28th at 4:00 p,m.
All Ages
Outwit, outplay, outlast in animal challenges to determine the ultimate survivor.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Friday, October 14th at 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 5th at 10:00 a.m.
Ages 3-12
Drop your stuffed animal off by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14th. Critters will enjoy an evening of fun at the library. Join us on Saturday, October 15th at 10:00 a.m. for craft-time, donuts and to see how their sleepover went. Space limited to 60 critters.
Pumpkin Patch
Halloween Craft
Wednesday, October 26th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 3-12
Scare up a spooktacular Halloween Craft to take home! Space is limited to 60 children. Required registration begins October 19th at 4:00 p.m.
Not a Box Program
Wednesday, November 9th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 3-12
Bring a box and unpack your creativity as we turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Space is limited to 60 children. Required registration begins November 2nd at 4:00 p.m.
The First Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 16th at 4:00 p.m.
All Ages
Experience a pilgrim "Harvest Fest" in this educational and fun program.
A Twisted Christmas Carol with Annie Banannie
Monday, December 7th at 7:00 p.m.
All Ages
Get in the holiday spirit with this unusual, entertaining, balloon adaptation of Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
Christmas Card Craft
Wednesday, December 7th at 4:00 p.m.
Ages 3-12
Create your own handcrafted holiday cards for family or friends. Space is limited to 60 children Required registration begins November 30th at 4:00 p.m.