Here at the Oceanside Library, we strive to be more than just a place to borrow books. Our goal is to be a community center, a welcoming space and a beacon for our residents.
We work diligently to offer adult programs that help you connect with your community. Our programs are wonderful opportunities to meet neighbors, learn from local experts, explore new interests, and discover valuable resources available right here at the Library.
Just a sample of what we offer:
Clubs & Discussions
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- Book Clubs and Book Discussions
- Cookbook Club
- True Crime Club
- Genealogy Club
- Garden Club
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Creative & Hands-On Programs
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- Guided arts and crafts programs
- Journaling and creative writing workshops
- Sewing and crochet classes
- Cricut and Glowforge workshops
- Puzzle tournaments
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Health, Wellness & Movement
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- Tai Chi
- Journaling and Meditation
- Zumba
- Chair and Standing Yoga
- Meditation
- Sound Healing
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Learning & Enrichment
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- Lectures and seminars
- Personal finance workshops
- Defensive driving
- Technology classes and tech help
- Health and wellness resources
- TED Talks and New York Historical Society talks
- VR Travel
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Career & Life Support
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- Resume help and resume builder tools
- Volunteer fairs
- Tax help for seniors and limited-income residents
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Entertainment & Community Events
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- Movies in the Library Theater
- Art gallery exhibits
- Dine Around events
- Theater performances
- Bus trips
- Game Time for Adults
- Reading challenges (summer and winter)
…and so much more!
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Many of our programs are inspired directly by you. We value your ideas, suggestions, and are driven by your feedback. We’re always looking to grow our offerings based on what our patrons want to see. If there’s something you’re interested in or something you wish we offered, let us know! Your voice helps shape our programming, and the library as a whole.
Whether you’re newly retired, searching for community and like-minded individuals, eager to learn something new, in need of a break from the kids, or just looking for something to do after work; we’re here for you. Come join us!
February blog written by Programming Clerk Aubree Pocock
