James S. Thalman Chino Hills
Branch Programs

Friends of the Library Annual Summer Book Sale
Saturday, August 9 during branch open hours
Sunday, August 10 during branch open hours

All funds raised by the Friends of the Library Book Sale are invested back into the local branch library to better serve the community.

Session 4

August 17, 2025 – September 27, 2025

Toddler Bootcamp
Mondays at 11:30 AM
Fridays at 10:00 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.

Bilingual Book and Craft
Tuesdays at 11:30 AM

Learn, improve, and reinforce simple Spanish vocabulary for colors, numbers, and other common words with your little one. Sing short bilingual songs, hear a bilingual book, and make a cute craft to tie it all together.

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!

Movers and Shakers
Wednesdays at 11:30 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.

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, August 22 at 4:00 PM
Friday, September 5 at 4:00 PM
Friday, September 19 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, August 29 at 4:00 PM
Friday, September 12 at 4:00 PM
Friday, September 26 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.

Mature Drivers Education
Saturdays at 9:30 AM

A 6-week preparation course for seniors needing to take the DMV written exam. Participants will take several practice tests and be issued a letter of completion at the end of the course.

Friends of the Library Meeting
Thursday, September 25 at 9:30 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.

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!