Friday, July 10
Grab your popcorn, family, & besties and join Joybound People & Pets for a special showing of Hoppers on the big screen!
Join us for a summer night in the Garden! Enjoy a complimentary drink as you wander through the Garden during golden hour, featuring our annual outdoor exhibit, Sculpture in the Garden. — Join us for a summer night in the Garden! Enjoy a complimentary drink as you wander through the Garden during golden hour, featuring…
Saturday, July 11
Agaves from the personal collections of Brian Kemble and Walker Young will be available for purchase in the Plaza. — Agaves from the personal collections of Brian Kemble and Walker Young will be available for purchase in the Plaza. Cash or Venmo preferred. Join us as we celebrate Agave Fest all month long!
Join us for a special in-person lecture with longtime curator Brian Kemble, whose 46-year career has been defined by a deep passion for growing, hybridizing, and studying agaves both in cultivation and in the wild. A leading authority on these striking plants, Brian has spent decades exploring their diversity, from wid…
Explore one of the Garden’s most iconic plant groups at the height of their drama. July is peak bloom time for many agaves, when towering flower spikes rise skyward in a once-in-a-lifetime display. Join longtime curator Brian Kemble and horticulturist Michael Rada for a special guided tour through the Garden’s renown…
Sunday, July 12
Workshop: Recommended Age: 7 – 12 years old It’s heating up at Lindsay Wildlife, and the lizards are loving it! Join us for a Junior Zookeeper Experience where you’ll learn all about our California native lizards. Enjoy meeting 2 of our animal ambassadors and make a customized bead lizard to bring home! Date: Sunday, J…
Monday, July 13
Unleash your inner scientist and discover the incredible world of animal engineering and art! At this STEAM-based camp, we’ll conduct thrilling group engineering challenges, meet animal ambassadors , and discover the secrets behind animal adaptations to their environment. From engineering nests to survive an egg drop c…
Get ready to journey into the fascinating world of bugs! Our campers will become expert explorers as they dive into educational activities like bug observation, pollinator experiments, insectivore crafts, meet animal ambassadors , and even some worm wrangling! You won’t want to miss out on the wild and wacky fun that a…
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…
Please join us on Mondays for a ‘Gentle Yoga and Meditation’ session with our excellent instructor, Johanna. Sessions include gentle yoga movements on yoga mats, stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness meditation. This program is for adults and seniors of all abilities and experience levels. No special attire…
Our monthly Insiders program, held every second Monday, welcomes adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides opportunities to engage in fun activities that are tailored to the group's interests and ability levels. Example activities include crafts, games, scavenger hunts, special guests, movie…
A gentle moving meditation to restore balance to the body and mind. Join us Monday evenings to practice Yoga in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oakview Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities and experience levels are welco…
Tuesday, July 14
Get ready to wiggle and giggle in Peek-A-Book Storytime, where we practice early literacy skills through sharing books, singing songs and moving around. This 20-minute Storytime is followed by 40 minutes of Stay & Play. Best for ages 0-2, with their caregivers. No registration necessary. All ages and abilities welcome.
Join us for baby storytime! Parents and caregivers with a baby aged 0-1 are invited for stories, songs, and lap bounces! Stay after the stories to play. No registration is required.
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 1!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 2!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18.
Wednesday, July 15
Storytime at your local library! Prepare your littles for literacy with lively songs & stories. Stay after to play together. Build a lifelong love of learning! Cost : Free Registration : None Audience : Kids of all ages & abilities welcome, with their caregivers Supported by the Walnut Creek Library Friends
Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome.
Join us for an afternoon of gaming fun! Enjoy video games, board games, and puzzles with the family! Ages 5 & up. No registration required.
Celebrate Summer Reading with Bay Area artist Abraham Rodriguez as he shares nature inspired arts and crafts with live in-person tutorials! Best suited for ages 5-15 years. Plant A Seed, Read! The Contra Costa County Library’s 2026 summer literacy program is all about feeding your body and your mind! Whether you’re pla…
Thursday, July 16
Join us for a delightful morning at Ruth’s Garden with our exclusive before-hours members-only coffee event. — Join us for a delightful morning at Ruth’s Garden with our exclusive before-hours members-only coffee event . As valued Garden members, we invite you to enjoy early access to the Garden at your own pace. We wi…
Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 0-3, but all ages are welcome.
Fun for the whole family! Family Storytime is a fun combination of storybooks, flannel boards, and songs to strengthen early literacy skills. Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration necessary.
Practice your English conversation skills with other adult ESL learners in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oak View Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities are welcome.
Friday, July 17
Grab your popcorn, family, & besties and join Joybound People & Pets for a special showing of Pixar's Up on the big screen!
Saturday, July 18
Enjoy a guided agave tour followed by a tasting flight featuring four different mezcals at the Ruth Bancroft Garden. The evening begins with a tour of the Garden’s agave collection led by longtime curator Brian Kemble and Susan Coss, co-founder of Mezcalistas , the leading source for mezcal news, culture, and events. L…
Sunday, July 19
Back by popular demand! Kitten Yoga returns to the Garden for a gentle, all-levels class designed to help you stretch, breathe, and unwind in the company of playful, adoptable kittens. Led by certified instructor Marie Ramagli, this calming class invites you to move through accessible yoga poses, embrace your best “cat…
Monday, July 20
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…
Please join us on Mondays for a ‘Gentle Yoga and Meditation’ session with our excellent instructor, Johanna. Sessions include gentle yoga movements on yoga mats, stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness meditation. This program is for adults and seniors of all abilities and experience levels. No special attire…
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for the LEGO® Club at Ygnacio Valley Library! We provide the LEGO's®, you provide the fun. No registration required.
Get ready for a wild adventure at Lindsay Naturalist Camp! Campers will get the full Lindsay experience exploring the work of our Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital, our Animal Keepers, and our Educators. We’ll learn about native wildlife through outdoor exploration and studying Lindsay’s animal ambassadors. Then, we’ll…
Get ready for a wild adventure at Lindsay Naturalist Camp! Campers will get the full Lindsay experience exploring the work of our Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital, our Animal Keepers, and our Educators. We’ll learn about native wildlife through outdoor exploration and studying Lindsay’s animal ambassadors. Then, we’ll…
A gentle moving meditation to restore balance to the body and mind. Join us Monday evenings to practice Yoga in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oakview Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities and experience levels are welco…
Tuesday, July 21
Get ready to wiggle and giggle in Peek-A-Book Storytime, where we practice early literacy skills through sharing books, singing songs and moving around. This 20-minute Storytime is followed by 40 minutes of Stay & Play. Best for ages 0-2, with their caregivers. No registration necessary. All ages and abilities welcome.
Join us for baby storytime! Parents and caregivers with a baby aged 0-1 are invited for stories, songs, and lap bounces! Stay after the stories to play. No registration is required.
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 1!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 2!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18.
Visit the library for a magical, interactive afternoon with Bubble Sam , the Bubble Lady from Bezerkley. A high-energy show featuring a plethora of mind-blowing tricks – including bubble snow, volcano bubbles...even a square bubble! For the grand finale, audience members get a chance to step inside a giant bubble! Fun…
View the upcoming agenda and find information on how to participate on our public meetings page. Meetings are also streamed live on our YouTube channel.
Wednesday, July 22
Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome.
Thursday, July 23
Fun for the whole family! Family Storytime is a fun combination of storybooks, flannel boards, and songs to strengthen early literacy skills. Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration necessary.
Join local author Veronica Rossi as she discusses her novel Rebel Spy, a reimagining of the story behind Agent 355 - a New York society girl and spy for George Washington during the Revolutionary War. Veronica Rossi is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of eleven novels. Her work spans speculative and hi…
Practice your English conversation skills with other adult ESL learners in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oak View Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities are welcome.
Explore your creativity with a fun after-school craft session presented by I Heart Art! Ages 5-12. No registration required. Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Walnut Creek Library. For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours notice.
Friday, July 24
Grab your popcorn, family, & besties and join Joybound People & Pets for a special showing of GOAT on the big screen!
Monday, July 27
Get ready to travel back in time at our Prehistoric Pals camp! We’ll uncover the mysteries of dinosaurs, mastodons, pteranodons, and more creatures from the past, all while meeting animals from today. And that’s not all- we’ll also get our hands dirty making our own fossils while discovering everything there is to know…
Learn about our wild planet this summer! We will explore the balance of the natural world, discovering how plants, animals, and people are all interconnected. With up-close encounters with live animal ambassadors , plus games, songs, trail adventures, and take-home crafts, this camp inspires curiosity and care for the…
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…
Please join us on Mondays for a ‘Gentle Yoga and Meditation’ session with our excellent instructor, Johanna. Sessions include gentle yoga movements on yoga mats, stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness meditation. This program is for adults and seniors of all abilities and experience levels. No special attire…
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are invited to join us every 4th Monday for adaptive chair yoga! Instructor Lin Maxwell will lead the group in gentle, chair-based yoga poses designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance, and mindfulness. Generously supported by the Walnut Creek Library Foun…
Reading aloud is one of the best ways to improve reading skills. It is even more fun when you have a furry friend. With All Ears Reading, children can improve their core reading skills in a relaxed non-judgmental environment with a dog from ARF's Pet Hug Pack. These 15-minute sessions begin at 3:00pm and last until 5:0…
Many fascinating geological formations begin in simple ways-as mud balls, animal burrows, or gas bubbles trapped within molten rock. Over millions of years, mineral-rich fluids seep into these spaces, forming crystals and other intricate structures. This presentation for adults by Michael Hopkins from the Contra Costa…
A gentle moving meditation to restore balance to the body and mind. Join us Monday evenings to practice Yoga in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oakview Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities and experience levels are welco…
Tuesday, July 28
Get ready to wiggle and giggle in Peek-A-Book Storytime, where we practice early literacy skills through sharing books, singing songs and moving around. This 20-minute Storytime is followed by 40 minutes of Stay & Play. Best for ages 0-2, with their caregivers. No registration necessary. All ages and abilities welcome.
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 2!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 1!
We invite you to join us for an evening of relaxation and rejuvenation, as you allow the healing power of sound to wash over you and bring you into a state of inner peace. — Welcome to our Meditative Sound Bath class at the Ruth Bancroft Garden presented by our partners at Bay Area Sound Bath . This class is designed t…
Wednesday, July 29
Get creative and celebrate this year’s Summer Reading theme, “Plant A Seed, Read,” at our teen craft event! We’ve prepared a collection of unique, plant-inspired designs etched onto wooden keychains—just waiting for your personal touch. Participants will have the chance to paint and decorate their own pieces, transform…
Thursday, July 30
Fun for the whole family! Family Storytime is a fun combination of storybooks, flannel boards, and songs to strengthen early literacy skills. Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration necessary.
Practice your English conversation skills with other adult ESL learners in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oak View Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities are welcome.
Friday, July 31
Grab your popcorn, family, & besties and join Joybound People & Pets for a special showing of Ratatouille on the big screen!
Saturday, August 1
Walnut Creek’s next city-wide Repair Café will take place on August 1, 2026, from 10:00am to 1:00pm at the Civic Park Community Center – Assembly Hall, located at 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. A repair café is a community event where people can bring in broken items, like clothing or small appliances, to be fixed by…
Monday, August 3
Get ready to journey into the fascinating world of bugs! Our campers will become expert explorers as they dive into educational activities like bug observation, pollinator experiments, insectivore crafts, meet animal ambassadors , and even some worm wrangling! You won’t want to miss out on the wild and wacky fun that a…
Unleash your inner scientist and discover the incredible world of animal engineering and art! At this STEAM-based camp, we’ll conduct thrilling group engineering challenges, meet animal ambassadors , and discover the secrets behind animal adaptations to their environment. From engineering nests to survive an egg drop c…
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…
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for the LEGO® Club at Ygnacio Valley Library! We provide the LEGO's®, you provide the fun. No registration required.
A gentle moving meditation to restore balance to the body and mind. Join us Monday evenings to practice Yoga in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oakview Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities and experience levels are welco…
Join the Ygnacio Valley Library Book Group for lively, thoughtful book discussions! Share your thoughts and connect with fellow readers. Our club meets in person every 1st Monday of the month at the Ygnacio Valley Library. All teens and adults are welcome. Check with Ygnacio Valley Library Staff about obtaining copies…
Tuesday, August 4
Get ready to wiggle and giggle in Peek-A-Book Storytime, where we practice early literacy skills through sharing books, singing songs and moving around. This 20-minute Storytime is followed by 40 minutes of Stay & Play. Best for ages 0-2, with their caregivers. No registration necessary. All ages and abilities welcome.
Join us for baby storytime! Parents and caregivers with a baby aged 0-1 are invited for stories, songs, and lap bounces! Stay after the stories to play. No registration is required.
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 2!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons® adventure intended for all experience levels. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Is registration full? Click to register for Table 1!
Wednesday, August 5
Have a few quick landscape design questions? Stop by the Nursery to chat with one of our Landscape Designers! — If you want to transform your outdoor space into a waterwise garden or need expert advice on your landscape projects, this drop-in event is perfect! Our talented Landscape Design Services team is excited to w…
Nǐ Hǎo! We hope that you will join us for a fun filled Mandarin Bilingual Storytime. This Storytime will introduce your little ones to the beauty of the Mandarin language through story, play and song. We hope to see you there! No registration necessary. All ages and abilities welcome.
Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome.
Join curator Brian Kemble for a pre-recorded webinar on Euphorbiaceae. With over 7,500 species, Euphorbiaceae stands out as one of the largest plant families. From the baseball-shaped Euphorbia obesa , the cactus-like Euphorbia horrida , and even the vibrant Euphorbia pulcherrima ( commonly known as poinsettia), the re…
Kids aged 6-12 are invited to sign up for a one-on-one reading session with a therapy pup. Bring a book from home or grab one from our shelves. Prior registration is not required. Sign-ups for 15-minute time slots will be on a first-come, first-served basis at the door, starting at 4:25 pm.
Thursday, August 6
Join us for a delightful morning at Ruth’s Garden with our exclusive before-hours members-only coffee event. — Join us for a delightful morning at Ruth’s Garden with our exclusive before-hours members-only coffee event . As valued Garden members, we invite you to enjoy early access to the Garden at your own pace. We wi…
Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 0-3, but all ages are welcome.
Fun for the whole family! Family Storytime is a fun combination of storybooks, flannel boards, and songs to strengthen early literacy skills. Most appropriate for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration necessary.
Practice your English conversation skills with other adult ESL learners in a comfortable and friendly setting. We meet in person, upstairs, in the Oak View Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Please drop in, no registration is required, and all abilities are welcome.
Spend your Thursday evening with free live music by Avery Chapman , great drinks, food, and late-night plant shopping at the Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery. Admission to the Plaza and live music is free . Food and beverages will be available for purchase, including fresh craft beer from our beverage sponsor and 1% for…
Friday, August 7
Members only sale. If you're not already a member, you can join at the door! Come browse through thousands of new and gently-used books in a wide range of topics: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children's & YA, Cookbooks, History, Politics, Self-help, Hobbies, Sports and more. CDs, DVDs and Audio books are also for sale. Book s…
Saturday, August 8
Come browse through thousands of new and gently-used books in a wide range of topics: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children's & YA, Cookbooks, History, Politics, Self-help, Hobbies, Sports and more. CDs, DVDs and Audio books are also for sale. Book sale will take place on the 2nd floor in the Oak View Room Bag Sale: 2-3:30pm…
Monday, August 10
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…
Our monthly Insiders program, held every second Monday, welcomes adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides opportunities to engage in fun activities that are tailored to the group's interests and ability levels. Example activities include crafts, games, scavenger hunts, special guests, movie…
Tuesday, August 11
Get ready to wiggle and giggle in Peek-A-Book Storytime, where we practice early literacy skills through sharing books, singing songs and moving around. This 20-minute Storytime is followed by 40 minutes of Stay & Play. Best for ages 0-2, with their caregivers. No registration necessary. All ages and abilities welcome.
Join us for baby storytime! Parents and caregivers with a baby aged 0-1 are invited for stories, songs, and lap bounces! Stay after the stories to play. No registration is required.