Let's celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us to paint a skull planter for Día de los Muertos (live succulents included) and then enjoy a delicious treat from local business Jenny's Churros. This event is for adults, teens, and children ages 8 and up.
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Join us at Central on Saturday October 24th from 1 PM until 3 PM where you will get to make your own necklace pendant, pair of earrings or whatever creation you'd like to make. The event will take place on the 5 floor, Art and Music. All materials provided.
Remember someone who has passed by making a nicho – a traditional folk art shadow box, featuring a photo and/or other mementos in honor of your loved one. All materials are provided, but feel free to bring photos of your loved ones if you’d like. All ages welcome.
Learn basic acrylic painting techniques while expressing emotions through painting. Sendy will guide and encourage participants to create a painting inspired by their feelings. For all ages 6+, adults encouraged to join as well. Registration required. Sendy Santamaria is an illustrator and children’s book author from S…
Craft Circle Please join our Community Craft Circle where you can work on your knitting, crochet, tatting, embroidery, or any craft you like! We get together every other Friday from 1PM to 4PM to have a chance to be social and creative together. The space is large with chairs, tables, and plugs on the floor for any ele…
Join us for monthly art workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) . For ages 5-15 and caregivers. MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art. This program is supported by funding provided by the Friends of the Oaklan…
Do you enjoy crocheting or knitting? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or connect with other crafters? Grab your project and join us every week in the Almaden Library living room (behind the Tech Center where the newspapers and magazines are kept) to crochet or knit (or embroider or tat or...)…
Contra Costa County Health Services in partnership with Contra Costa County Library System are here to support library staff and patrons alike. Currently the Library Wellness Team consists of a Community Support Worker and Mental Health Clinician. They assist individuals in various areas that library staff may not be a…
Our Veterans Service Representatives (VSR's) are thoroughly trained and accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to represent you. Contra Costa County VSR's are not employees of the federal government, they are county employees ready to assist you with any Veterans claim. They will assist you in s…
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Our Veterans Service Representatives (VSR's) are thoroughly trained and accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to represent you. Contra Costa County VSR's are not employees of the federal government, they are county employees ready to assist you with any Veterans claim. They will assist you in s…
What is T'ai-chi? T'ai-chi Ch'uan is an ancient Chinese art which combines meditation in movement and healthful exercise. The training includes the practice of a 37 posture form which teaches relaxation, balance and strength, and also a partner practice that builds sensitivity, timing and energy. Everyone with an inter…
