Learn how to sew a Japanese knot bag in a beginner-friendly environment! Supplies and machines provided by the Friends of the Brentwood Library. This free class is for ages 13 to adult. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited; drop-ins permitted if space allows.
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Take a break and have some fun after school at the Brentwood Library every Wednesday! This program, open to tweens and teens in grades 6-12, features a mix of games, crafts, snacks and opportunities to meet new friends. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
The Youth Arts Connection workshops are led by professional poets, spoken word artists, and community advocates from Contra Costa County. The spoken word, poetry, music, and artistic workshops serve youth ages 12-18 at the District 3 and 5 libraries of Antioch, Brentwood, and Pittsburg. A creative and supportive artist…
BIG BREAK - Paddle as the light of the setting sun sparkles on the Delta. After dry-land instruction, we'll wend our way in our steady and stable tandem kayaks exploring the calm waters of Big Break. Kayaks, instruction and all associated safety gear provided. Kayaks, safety gear, and paddle instruction provided. Come…
Come hang out with fun crafts, hobbies, and DIY activities for adults with disabilities. Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Insiders' programs offer people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to build confidence while navigating the library and accessing library services and resource…
This class emphasizes the power of inner vision by creating images from within, rather than simply copying nature. While we will begin by studying and imitating existing forms, the focus will shift toward transforming those observations into original, expressive creations. The main goal of this course is for students t…
Join us weekly on Wednesdays for the library’s open sewing time! Bring your own fabric, explore our scrap bin and work on your project while getting to know other sewists in the community. There will be no formal instruction, but assistance may be provided for the machines if necessary. Registration is not required, bu…
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…
Work on projects, fix garments, make things and give old clothes new life! Bring your own fabric, projects and ideas. Sewing machines, thread and other supplies will be provided. Basic assistance and machine troubleshooting will be available. This is not a sewing class; there will be no formal instruction. Beginners ar…
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…
