Library offers free programs, library cards

Located inside the City Hall building at 31516 Railroad Canyon Rd., the Canyon Lake Library offers programs for all ages. The library programs are free; however, a library card is needed to check out material. Library cards are free, replacement cards cost $1.

The library will hold a Spring Book Sale on Saturday, Apr. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Made possible by the Friends of the Library, patrons can purchase a bag of used books for just $1 during the sale.

The library’s Roots to Grow program offers free homework help for students on Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m. High school students earn volunteer credit for assisting younger children in their studies.

Students wishing to volunteer as a helper or to come in for help should contact the library in advance to express their interest.

Toddler Story Time will meet on Apr. 15, 22 and 29. The program provides stories and social experiences for children ages three and younger. The program provides opportunities for young children to use their growing vocabulary and experience social interaction with other children. The program includes a craft to make and take home.

Miss Ginny’s Preschool Story Time, a program for children ages three to five, will meet on Apr. 19. The every other Friday program includes an interactive story read by Miss Ginny, live music and movement activities.

Play Day will meet on Apr. 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The program includes music and movement, a story, playtime, a craft to make and take home and light snacks.

The library’s Adult Book Club will meet on Monday, Apr. 29, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The club is open to new members. The book selection for April is “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr. Copies are available at the front desk at the library.

The Jr. Book Club is for kids in grades fourth through seventh. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, Apr. 24, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The book selection for April is “Spy School” by Stuart Gibbs. Copies are available at the front desk at the library. The club welcomes new members.

The library is open Mondays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The library is closed on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

For more information about programs, call 951-244-9181.