2 LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES3 NEW RELEASES amp STAFF PICKS

5 SUMMER READING CHALLENGE

ONE COUNTYONE BOOK VCPAGE 2

Weekly Family Fun All SummerEnglish Classes - Book Clubs - Early

Literacy - Crafting - STEAM

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Ventura

County

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Fresh Films amp Shows

Black Panther [PG-13]Avengers Infinity War [PG-13]Royal Wedding Triple Feature

Star Wars The Last Jedi [PG-13]Browse nearly 20000 more titles

online at vencolibraryorg

For more info about our free events see our full online calendar filled with hundreds more

Crafting Your Own Stories Fiction Writing Workshop Thursdays from 530pm ndash 8pm Ojai LibraryModerated by Doc Murdock PhD and Zoe Murdock MS MA the group workshop provides feedback to writers to help them learn how to use all of the tools and techniques of fiction writing to create powerful stories For more information call (805) 640-6865 or send an email to eemurdockyahoocom California Wildfire Story Project Wilder Than Wild Screening amp Interview Film Friday June 22nd 6pm amp (Interviews)Saturday June 23rd 12-5pm EP Foster Library Join filmmakers Kevin White and Stephen Most in viewing their recently released documentary film on the issues surrounding megafires climate change and fire control and management policy Adult STEAM Workshop Saturday July 21st from 2ndash3pm EP Foster Library Do you want to learn about whatrsquos new in Science Technology Engineering Art and Math (STEAM) Each month a different themed program will be presented at our Makerspace Lab From 3D printing to web development letrsquos meet and make Knitting amp Fiber Arts Club Monday July 17th from 630 ndash 730pm Ojai Library Fiber Arts Club is a weekly drop-in group for people interested in knitting crochet and other fiber crafts Call the library at (805) 646-1639 for more information

Inspiring our communities to explore discover and connect All events are free and open to the public

This is an exciting time at the Ventura County Library We are officially launching our first ever One County One Book program and invite everyone in Ventura County to participate with us in this community-wide reading program You can participate in many ways ndash by reading the book joining a book discussion group donating a copy of the book to your local library or attending a related event at your Ventura Coun-ty Library branch The book selection Barbarian Days A Surfing Life by William Finnegan is an excellent read and a Pulitzer Prize-winning book We will soon also be announcing companion books for children of all ages that will explore similar themes found in the main book selection In this way everyone can participate

It is also the start of the annual Summer Reading program at the Library Did you know that students who donrsquot read proficiently by the 3rd grade are four times more likely to drop out of school Summer learning loss is cumulative over time it can create a gap of two and up to five years by the time students reach high school Ensure your children avoid the lsquosummer slidersquo by signing them up for this fun free and rewarding program at your local library

For more information call (805) 677-7150 or email Library Director Nancy Schram at nancyschramventuraorg

Library Directorrsquos Corner

One County One Book VC Coming Fall 2018

Fall 2018 Wonrsquot you join us for the first annual One County One Book VC OCOB unites the Ventura County community around a common narrative to spread interest and facilitate discussions about selected books People across Ventura County read the same book and attend related events such as book discussions film screenings and related talks This series of events helps to

strengthen community bonds through engagement in shared lifelong learning

This year we will be reading the Pulitzer Prize-winning Barbarian Days by William Finnegan This memoir tells the story of Williamrsquos surfing and life

experiences starting in Ventura and traveling around the world during the golden era of surfing

Book Discussions Film Screenings amp Special Events across Ventura County

More events online at vencolibraryorg

Book Clubs connect with other lifelong learners

Adult Book Discussion - Ojai June 6th at 730pm Killers of the Flower Moon by David GrannMystery Book Discussion - Pt Hueneme July 12th at 2pm Murder at Mt Fuji by Shizuko NatsukiContemporary Literature - Pt Hueneme July 26th at 2pm The Time Travelerrsquos Wife by Audrey Niffenegge Adult Book Discussion - Ojai August 1st at 730pm The Undoing Project by Michael LewisMystery Book Discussion - Pt Hueneme August 9th at 2pm Jar City by Amaldur IndridasonContemporary Literature - Pt Hueneme August 23rd at 2pm The Pearl That Broke Its Shell by Nadia Hashimi

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RECURRING EVENTS

Spanish Conversation Group Saturdays from 1030 ndash1130am

EP Foster LibraryAre you learning Spanish but need some

practice speaking Join this informal group to chat and practice your Espantildeol Bring your own coffee Meets inside the

library in the Rentfrow RoomOpen Mic Night

Fridays 730pm ndash 9pm EP Foster Library

Open Mic night hosted by Phil Taggart Enjoy a

featured poet then share your own work with the

group

English Classes for Adults Mondays amp Wednesdays 3ndash5pm

Saticoy LibraryAre you learning English and need an informal way to kickstart your studies Trained Laubach Literacy Ventura County volunteers teach weekly classes for English language learners

Shakespeare Salon 1st amp 3rd Mondays 7ndash9pm

Ojai LibraryJoin in on a lively reading and

discussion with a group of local Shakespeare fans at the Ojai

Library This group hosts readings and discussions of classic plays

Adult Summer Reading Itrsquos not just for kids

Between June 1 and August 4 2018 the Ventura County Library will be offering our

adult customers a chance to participate in the excitement of Summer Reading by entering our

Adult Summer Reading Contest

Participants will be able to submit the title of a book they have read at any of our library locations or online

at b i t l y VCL -ASR

Each entry is a chance to win a fun prize

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Volunteers are available at EP Foster Library to assist veterans with locating services within our community The center provides

access to local resources as well as books movies and

informative pamphlets For more info call (805) 648-2716

or email fostervetcentergmailcom

CalVet Trained Volunteer HoursMonday 4-6pm

Tuesday 10am-12pm amp 2-4pmWednesday 10am-8pmThursday 10am-6pm

Tutors Wanted Since 1984 our mission is to help adults

improve reading and writing skills to have a positive impact on their lives

For more information about how you can support literacy and make a difference in someonersquos life call

(805) 677-7160

Adult Events Adult Events

Access the Library with our on-the-go AppSearch ldquoMYVCLIBrdquoGoogle PlayiTunes App

Ventura County Library App

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New Titles Children

NIGHT OUTby Daniel MiyaresIn a story reminiscent of a fairy tale a lonely boy at a boarding school follows his escaped pet turtlemdashwho has grown bigmdashon a nighttime adventure They arrive at an inviting celebration with friendly animals music and cake and the boy treasures the special experience as he slips back into his school at dawn

DOG MAN LORD OF THE FLEAS by Dav PilkeyWhen a new bunch of baddies bust up the town Dog Man is called into action mdash and this time he isnrsquot alone With a cute kitten and a remarkable robot by his side our heroes must save the day by joining forces with an unlikely ally Petey the Worldrsquos Most Evil Cat But can the villainous Petey avoid vengeance and venture into virtue

Explore thousands

of titles and readalikes at

NoveList K-8 Plus vencolibraryorgelibrary

End of Summer Reading PartyHeld at all branch libraries

Check online for dates

Parties will be held at every single library A free and fun party for all the children and teens who participated in Summer Reading Join us for fun

games and free shaved ice from Kona Ice Co

Summer Reading 2018Reading takes you everywhere

Early Literacy ClassesSummer Storytelling

Avenue - Mondays at 6 pm (Bilingual)EP Foster - Tuesdays at 1030 am Wednesdays at 1030 amFillmore - Wednesdays at 11 amHill Rd - Wednesdays at 1030 amMeiners Oaks - Tuesdays at 1030 amOak Park - Thursdays at 1030 amOak View - Tuesdays at 400 pmOjai - Wednesdays at 1030 am Piru - Wednesdays at 3 pm Pt Hueneme - Mondays at 530pm Tuesdays at 1030 am Wednesdays at 1030 am Saticoy - Tuesdays at 10 amEarly Literacy Class is a great way to introduce your child to early literacy and the library Join us every week for stories poems music movement a simple craft amp fun All classes are for children ages 0-5 and their parentcaregiver

From June 1st through August 4th children and teens are encouraged to sign up for our annual Summer Reading Program Record the wonderful stories you read or listen to and share online

for a chance to win the grand prize a Chromebook amp Maker Activity Book

Crafternoon Hands-on Workshops EP Foster - Mondays at 10 am Pt Hueneme - Thursdays at 2pm

Get your creative juices flowing with fun arts and crafts Crafts supplied

Maker DazeHands-on Workshops Avenue - Mondays at 3 pm Oak Park - Mondays at 230 pm Piru - Mondays at 2 pm EP Foster - Tuesdays at 2 pm Ojai - Wednesdays at 3 pm Pt Hueneme - Wednesdays at 2 pm Saticoy - Wednesdays at 3 pm El Rio - 1st amp 3rd Thursdays at 4 pm Meiners Oaks - Thursdays at 130 pm Explore amp discover concepts related to Science Technology Engineering Art amp Math in fun and sometimes silly ways with our STEAM BOXES

Workshops include Lava Lamp Creation Rocket Launchers

Slime Code It Necklace

Gum Drop Engineering

Starting

mid-June

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Request Online + Pick up at your library

NEW TITLES DAILYAll libraries will be closed on

Wednesday July 4th in honor of Independence Day

LEGO PlaySTEAM Learning amp Play Saticoy - Mondays at 1 pm Ojai - Tuesdays (all day) Meiners Oaks - Tuesdays at 2 pm EP Foster - Tuesdays at 3 pm Saturdays at 10 am Hill Rd - Fridays at 11 am Oak Park - Saturdays at 1 pm Build Learn and Play Bring your imagination and experiment with creative designs Children of all ages welcome

Gaming Daze Hands-on Workshops

Pt Hueneme - Tuesdays at 2 pm Saticoy - Tuesdays at 3 pm Avenue - Wednesdays at 3 pm Meiners Oaks - Wednesdays at 3 pm EP Foster - Thursdays at 2 pm Ojai - Saturdays 12 pm Visit the library to play games plugged or unplugged From classic board games like chess and checkers to modern cooperative games like Pandemic and Wii-U

Show us what yoursquore reading Take a photo and tag us on Twitter vencolibrary

New Titles Adults

THE OUTSIDERby Stephen KingAn unspeakable crime A confounding investigation At a time when the King brand has never been stronger he has delivered one of his most unsettling and compulsively readable stories

THE PRESIDENT IS MISSINGby Bill Clinton and James PattersonA threat so huge that it jeopardizes not just Pennsylvania Avenue and Wall Street but all of America Uncertainty and fear grip the nation There are whispers of cyberterror and espionage and a traitor in the Cabinet Even the President himself becomes a suspect and then he disappears from public view

GIGGED THE END OF THE JOB AND FUTURE OF WORKby Sarah KesslerGigged offers deeply-sourced up-close-and-personal accounts of our new economy From the computer programmer who chooses exactly which hours he works each week to the Uber driver who starts a union to the charity worker who believes freelance gigs might just transform a declining rural town journalist Sarah Kessler follows a wide range of individuals from across the country to provide a nuanced look at how the gig economy is playing out in real-timePRINT amp eBOOKS AVAILABLE

New Titles Teens

PUDDINrsquoby Julie MurphyThe companion to the bestseller Dumplinrsquo follows unlikely friendships memorable characters and self-acceptance Soon to be a film starring Danielle Macdonald and Jennifer Aniston

EMERGENCY CONTACTby Mary H K ChoiFor Penny Lee high school was a total nonevent Her friends were okay her grades were fine and while she somehow managed to land a boyfriend he doesnrsquot actually know anything about her When Penny heads to college in Austin Texas to learn how to become a writer itrsquos seventy-nine miles and a zillion light years away from everything she canrsquot wait to leave behind

THE CRUEL PRINCEby Holly BlackThe first book in a stunning new series about a mortal girl who finds herself caught in a web of royal faerie intrigue

VC Reader | Summer 2018

For more info about our free events see our full online calendar filled with hundreds more

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Juggler David Cousin Click here for dates

Come join the fun and be entertained by the holder of five world records in

juggling David Cousin

Ojai Raptors Click here for dates

Join us for a one hour wildlife education program with live bird

of prey ambassadors

Magician Shawn McMaster Click here for dates

Be amazed and delighted by magician Shawn McMasterrsquos humor-filled family

magic show from around the world

The Reptile Family Click here for dates

The Reptile Family promises an educational and fun hour of small and

large reptiles

Nifty Balloon ShowClick here for dates

Celebrate the kickoff to our Summer Reading Program Nifty Balloons wow us with their

colorful imaginative balloon creations

Caterpillar Puppets Click here for dates

Beto the Builder will bring audience members into the performance with

Joe showing kids how to use everyday objects as characters do voices and

make an instant stage Guaranteed to generate giggles for the whole family

From June 1st through August 4th children and teens are encouraged to sign up for our annual Summer Reading Program Record the wonderful stories you read or listen to and share online for a chance to win the grand prize a Chromebook amp Maker Activity Book

All events are completely free and open to the public

Teen Volunteer OpportunitiesTeens (aged 13-17)

Your Ventura County Libraries have numerous volunteering opportunities which count for

community service credit for school

Several ways teens volunteerbull Maker Mentors

bull Homework Centersbull Teen Advisory Groupsbull Teens Teaching Tech

To get started fill out a volunteer application and turn it in to a library near you See more at

vencolibraryorgyouthteensvolunteering

Summer Reading 2018 Reading Takes You Everywhere

Ventura County Library Stay connected vencolibrary

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All libraries will be closed on Wednesday July 4th

in observance of Independence Day