James S. Thalman Chino Hills
Branch Programs

Off Session

September 28, 2025 – October 11, 2025

Mini Movers
Mondays at 11:30 AM

Join us for high energy songs, lots of movement, a great book, and making new friends!

Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 11:30 AM

Enjoy an engaging storytime geared toward the younger crowd featuring stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and more. A letter is featured each day to help familiarize children with the sights and sounds of the alphabet.

Pirates Event
Tuesday, September 30 from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Argh! Pirates have taken over the Chino Hills Library! Come dressed in your best pirate gear to join our swashbuckling Library crew! Treasure, games, and crafts are sure to be abound for every 15 items checked out! Be there or we’ll have ye walk the plank!

Adult Paint Night
Thursday, October 2 at 5:00 PM

Activity: TBD
Discover your creative side among adults in this step-by-step guided painting class.

Fall Slime Party
Tuesday, October 7 at 4:30 PM

Get ready for a squishy, slimy good time this fall at the library! Join us for a fun and creative slime craft session where you can make your very own fall-inspired slime. With autumn colors, glitter, and scents, you’ll craft the perfect seasonal slime to take home. This hands-on activity is great for kids and families who love to get creative. Exercise both sides of your brain with an awesome STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) craft at the library!

Session 5

October 12, 2025 – November 22, 2025

Toddler Bootcamp
Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:30 AM

For the more active toddler, this course includes high energy songs with lots of movement to inspire healthy physical activity in a fun and exciting way your child will love.

Movers and Shakers
Tuesdays at 11:30 AM
Fridays at 10:00 AM

Join in the fun as we enjoy great stories, songs, and props and learn a letter each day. Preschoolers will enjoy this engaging program that promotes literacy skills in an active way.

Little Builders
Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Learn and laugh with awesome hands-on fun in our interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) program for preschoolers. Experiment and create amazing projects!

Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 11:30 AM

Enjoy an engaging storytime geared toward the younger crowd featuring stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and more. A letter is featured each day to help familiarize children with the sights and sounds of the alphabet.

Totally Toddlers
Saturdays at 10:00 AM

Your toddler will love this program as we use interactive songs, activities, books, and fun crafts to develop letter recognition and socialization skills.

Craft Corner
Mondays at 4:30 PM

Create wonderful, themed projects and learn new skills using all sorts of artistic supplies.

Learnology Lab
Wednesdays at 4:30 PM

Explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) topics with fun hands-on projects. What will you discover about our awesome world?

Discover Art
Thursdays at 4:30 PM

Learn about famous artists and exciting creative techniques in this hands-on program that highlights artistic movements, media, and skills.

Family Game Time
Friday, October 17, October 31, and November 14 at 4:00 PM

Enjoy the fun and challenge of playing a variety of board games while making some new friends.

Tails and Stories
Friday, October 24, November 7, and November 21 at 4:00 PM

You won’t want to miss this wonderful program where you can practice your reading skills on nonjudgmental listeners: dogs! Therapy dogs will be at the library while you choose a book to read aloud, and they love hearing stories.

Basic Computer Class
Wednesdays at 11:30 AM

Adults are invited to an introduction to common computer tasks, from how to use a mouse and keyboard, to basic typing, internet, and email functions.

Monster Mayhem Event
Tuesday, October 28 from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Come one, come all! Join us for a Monster Mayhem Event at the Chino Hills Library! Join us for a day of thrilling activities, creepy crafts, and monster-sized fun for all ages! Whether you’re a fan of friendly frights or bone-chilling thrills, it’s a celebration you won’t want to miss, so don’t forget to dress up as your favorite creature. Come for the boos, stay for the books!

Fall Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, November 16 to Saturday, November 22 during branch open hours

Join us this fall for a fun and festive scavenger hunt at the library! Explore the cozy corners, discover hidden treasures, and enjoy the beauty of autumn. Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking for an adventure, this hunt is perfect for all ages. Find the fall-themed surprises and win an exciting prize along the way. Bring your friends, family, and a sense of curiosity—let’s make this fall one to remember at the library!

Off Session

November 23, 2025 – November 30, 2025

Mini Movers
Monday, November 24 at 11:30 AM

Join us for high energy songs, lots of movement, a great book, and making new friends!

Fall Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, November 23 to Saturday, November 26 during branch open hours

Join us this fall for a fun and festive scavenger hunt at the library! Explore the cozy corners, discover hidden treasures, and enjoy the beauty of autumn. Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking for an adventure, this hunt is perfect for all ages. Find the fall-themed surprises and win an exciting prize along the way. Bring your friends, family, and a sense of curiosity—let’s make this fall one to remember at the library!

Squishmallow Painting Party
Tuesday, November 25 at 5:00 PM

Get ready for a squishy, colorful, and creative time at our Squishmallow Painting Event at the library! Join us for a fun-filled evening where you can bring your favorite Squishmallow to life! To join the event, simply check out 15 books one hour before the fun begins, and you’ll be all set to dive into this squishy masterpiece experience. Whether you’re a Squishmallow enthusiast or just love a good craft, this event is perfect! Come paint, create, and make new memories—it’s going to be a squish-tacular time!

STEAM Craft
Wednesday, November 26 at 4:30 PM

Unleash your creativity and curiosity at our STEAM-themed craft at the library! Join us for a fun and educational afternoon where science, technology, engineering, art, and math come together in a hands-on craft experience. Whether you’re building, designing, or experimenting, this activity is perfect for curious minds of all ages. Come explore, create, and discover how fun learning can be!

December Session

December 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

Elf-cercise
Mondays at 11:30 AM

Have a jolly good time with your preschoolers as you jump and jingle to high-energy songs, then settle down to hear a fun story.

December Book and Craft
Tuesdays at 11:30 AM

Hear a seasonal story and make a fun craft project with your little one, and let their creative side shine!

December Craft Corner
Mondays at 4:30 PM

Create wonderful wintery crafts while building art skills.

Friends of the Library Holiday Tabletop Sale
Sunday, December 7 to Saturday, December 13 during branch open hours

All items on tables will be on sale. All funds raised by the Friends of the Library Book Sale are invested back into the local branch library to better serve the community.

Holiday Humbugs Event
Tuesday, December 9 from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Tis the season to spread cheer at our “Holiday Humbug” event, one book at a time! Bring your friends and family to enjoy the festivities with cheerful games, dazzling face painting, and magical crafts. For every 15 items checked out during the event, you will receive a special gift and an opportunity ticket to win more gifts. Whimsical wonders await—see you at the library! Plus, don’t miss a special visit from Santa himself—bring your wish list and take a photo with Santa!

Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, December 14 to Saturday, December 20 during branch open hours

Find the different holiday symbols, they are hidden throughout the children’s section of the library! Pick up your scavenger hunt list at the children’s desk. There will be a special incentive for those that complete all tasks!

Friends of the Library Meeting
Thursday, December 18 from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Friends of the Library board and committee members generally meet once a month to conduct business. If you are interested in volunteering to help support library programming and collections, membership applications and brochures are available at your local branch.