Garcia Library Programs & Events

Effective March 20, 2020.

All Corpus Christi Public Libraries will be closed until further notice.

 

Play Dungeons & Dragons at the library virtually. Click here for more information.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

I love Baby shark
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Feb. 8TH @11:00 AM
Baby Shark Valentine’s craft,  games,  photo area, & dancing to Baby Shark!

One Story, Many Voices Presents: HOLI Festival
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: March 7th @ 2:00 pm
Celebration of the Hindu " Festival of Colors". Join us for a discussion, Indian Food, and messy colorful fun!. 

Kaleidoscope Saturday Presents : YOU CAN BE ANYTHING 
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: March 28th @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Barbie themed program with S.T.E.M. activities, arts/crafts, fan fiction writing clinic, Photos, and more. 

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EVENTS FOR KIDS

Busy Little Bees (Ages 3-5)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Mondays at 11 am
Stories, rhymes, songs & activities to build early literacy & learning skills for families with children ages 3 through 5.

Moving & Grooving! (Ages 0-5)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Wednesdays at 7 pm and Thursdays at 11 am
Fun with musical instruments, dance, songs & parachute play to develop gross motor skills and introduce children early to music through sounds & the meaning of words.

Twinkle Babies (Ages 0-2)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Thursdays at 10:30 am
Stories, songs, rhymes, & finger plays to build early literacy skills. 

Discovery Playtime (Ages 0-2)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: First Friday of the Month at 11 am
Discover the five senses with this unique playtime incorporating discovery play and gross motor activities to boost development.

One story, Many Voices (Ages 3-12)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Third Friday at 2 pm
One story read in both English and another
language followed by an accompanying activity
to educate children about diverse cultures and
languages.

Gizmo Jr. (Ages 6-12)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: First Tuesday at 3:15 pm
(S.T.R.E.A.M).  This program covers science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and math for pre-teens.  Participate in hands-on science experiments, engineering projects, robotics, art and math.

After School Movie (Family) 
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: First Monday of the month at 4:30 pm
A selected movie shown to all ages geared to the family. Popcorn provided.

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EVENTS FOR TEENS

Game on @ Garcia Library (Ages 13+)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Second Tuesday of the month @ 5:30 PM
After school board & card game hour for  tweens & teens. 

Manga Mania! Everything Manga & Anime! (Ages 11+)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Fourth Wednesday of the month at 5 pm
Enjoy discussions, viewings, food, crafts and games.  Special guests may be included.

Kaleidoscope (Ages 13 +)
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Fourth Saturday of the month at 1pm
A monthly assortment of arts, crafts, activities &
discussions offering unique learning opportunities.

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EVENTS FOR ADULTS

Nerd Herd!
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Quarterly Mondays @ 7:00 PM  March 2ND, June 1ST,  Dec. 7TH
Discussions and viewings of Manga and Anime. 

Garcia Library Literary Club
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Third Monday of the month at 6:30 pm
Come for a great discussion about great literary selections, new & old.  All selections are available in our library catalog.

Loom Knitting
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 6:00 PM
Learn beginning loom knitting techniques,  complete works in progress, and share your tips and tricks for a beautiful finished project.

Cleo’s Corner: Lecture Series
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Fourth Monday of the month at 6:00 PM
A series of lectures & discussions with local
Subject Matter Experts covering topics on local history, music appreciation, life skills, hobbies & crafts, and other areas of interest.

Board at the Library 
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Second Monday of the month at 6:30 PM
An evening of board & card games & coffee.

eBook Assist
Location: Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library
Dates: Mondays @ 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, Thursdays @ 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Patrons schedule with available staff for 20-30 minute sessions to assist in troubleshooting CCPL digital services inquiries.