Morning Meditation
Saturdays | 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Feb 1, Feb 8, Feb 15, Feb 22, Mar 1, Mar 8, Mar 15, Mar 22, Mar 29, Apr 5, Apr 12, Apr 19, Apr 26, May 3, May 10, May 17, May 24, May 31
Olinda Conference Room
Start your weekend more relaxed and focused with a heartfulness guided meditation session.

Stitchin in the Stacks
Saturdays | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3
DIY Studio
Whether you’ve been knitting or crocheting for decades or days, join this welcoming group of needlecrafters in the Library’s DIY Studio. Drop ins welcome. Ages 13+.

Wellness Wednesday: Nutrition for a Healthy Heart
Wednesday, February 5 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Choose a heart healthy lifestyle. Join us as Debra Tindle, registered dietitian, discusses possible heart disease risks, identifying lifestyle choices, and foods to include for heart healthy living. Debra Tindle, Registered Dietitian, Clinical Nutritional Manager. This program is provided in collaboration with UCI Health.

ESL Conversation Club
Fridays | 10 - 11 a.m.
Feb 7, Feb 21, Mar 7, Mar 21, Apr 4, May 2, May 16
DIY Studio
Practice your spoken English skills and meet new people in a relaxed and fun environment. ESL learners of all skill levels are welcome.

DIY Wood Bead Heart Wreath
Saturday, February 8 | 2:30 - 4 p.m.
Monday, February 10 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 12 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 12 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Join us for a heartfelt Valentine’s Day DIY, preparing for the season of love by stringing and shaping your own heart-shaped wood bead wreath to decorate your living space!
Registration with a valid Yorba Linda Public Library card is required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, January 18. Open registration begins Wednesday, January 22 Adults 18+.

Genealogy Investigators
Thursdays | 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Feb 13, Feb 27, Mar 13, Mar 27, Apr 10, Apr 24, May 8, May 22, Jun 12, Jun 26
DIY Studio
Stumped and need genealogy assistance? Visit the library and get help with all your genealogy questions from our skilled volunteers. This program is provided in partnership with Genealogical Society of North Orange County.

Yarn Swap
Saturday, February 15 | 10 - 11 a.m.
Community Room
Do you have a yarn stash that is languishing, unused and unappreciated? Then bring your unwanted yarn to our Yarn Swap! Rejuvenate your yarn collection, meet some wonderful people, and pick up some new yarn! Each attendee can choose up to one bag of yarn. Bag will be provided.

Art Instruction: Weaving
Wednesday, February 19 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 22 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Monday, February 24 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Learn the timeless craft of weaving and create your own unique bookmarks! An instructor from the Southern California Handweaver’s Guild will guide you through the basics of weaving while crafting beautiful, personalized bookmarks to use in your favorite books.
Registration with a valid Yorba Linda Public Library card is required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, February 1. Open registration begins Wednesday, February 5. Adults 18+.

Books and Biscotti
Saturdays | 10 - 11 a.m.
February 22, March 29, April 26, May 31
DIY Studio
Enjoy biscotti and a hot beverage as we discuss the month’s chosen title. From classics to contemporary, enthusiastic readers will explore interesting topics and make new friends.
February – The Wedding People by Alison Espach
March – The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
April – November 9 by Colleen Hoover
May – The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes

Grow It Now: Warm Season Vegetables
Wednesday, February 26 at 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Get ready to dig in and start planting your warm season garden! Get the information you need to help you choose the right vegetables to grow during late spring through summer. Presented in partnership with UCCE Master Gardeners of Orange County.

Music Instruction: Ukulele 
Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
March 6, March 20, April 3, April 17
DIY Studio
Bring your own ukulele and learn the basics of playing with instructor Peggy Calvert from Ukulele Soup. Adults (18+).

In Hot Water: The La Vida and Carbon Canyon Mineral Springs Resorts
Thursday, March 6 at 6 -7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Join Paul Spitzzeri, Museum Director of the Workman and Temple Homestead Museum, for an immersive tour of Carbon Canyon’s historic mineral springs. Discover the fascinating history of the La Vida Mineral Springs Resort in Brea near Olinda Village, which once featured hot mineral baths, pools, a motel, a café, and a bottled-water plant.

DIY Yarn Art
Saturday, March 8 | 2:30-4 p.m.
Monday, March 10 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 12 | 2-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 12 | 6-7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Explore your artistic side by crafting your own canvas design, full of color and texture, using yarn and glue as your paint!
Registration with a valid Yorba Linda Public Library card is required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, February 22. Open registration begins Wednesday, February 26. Adults 18+.

Wellness Wednesday: Is Hip or Joint Replacement Right for You?
Wednesday, March 26 at 6-7:30 p.m.
Community Room
If you are experiencing joint pain that is impacting your daily activities, join us as Dr. David Downs, board-certified UCI Health orthopaedic specialist, discusses when it may be time for a joint replacement, shares the most up-to-date treatment options, and provides answers to your questions. Dr. David Downs, Orthopaedic Surgery. This program is provided in collaboration with UCI Health.

DIY Marbled Clay Trinket Dish
Saturday, April 5 | 2:30-4 p.m.
Monday, April 7 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9 | 2-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9 | 6-7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Create something both beautiful and functional by molding and decorating your own marbled clay dish to give your jewelry, keys, or other knickknacks a home!
Registration with a valid Yorba Linda Public Library card is required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, March 15. Open registration begins Wednesday, March 19. Adults 18+.

Tolkien Tea
Saturday, April 12 at 2 p.m.
Community Room
Join us for an afternoon tea in the Shire, where we will indulge in delightful small bites and journey through the life and legacy of J.R.R. Tolkien and his works. Come and explore the medieval tales behind Tolkien's writings, the thought-provoking questions raised by his world-building, and the films that transformed remote Middle Earth into evolving media franchises.
Registration with a valid Yorba Linda Public Library card is required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, March 22. Open registration begins Wednesday, March 26. Adults 18+.

Grow It Now: Amazing Avocados
Wednesday, April 23 at 6 p.m.
Community Room
Discover why avocados are a must-have for your garden! Not only do they provide lush, beautiful shade and thrive in our climate, but they also offer delicious, versatile fruit. Join us to learn about the best varieties and tips for planting and caring for avocado trees. Presented in partnership with the UCCE Master Gardeners of Orange County.

DIY Mini Mosaic Tray and Coasters
Monday, May 19 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 24 | 2:30-4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 28 | 2-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 28 | 6-7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Learn the basics of mosaics and create a beautiful tray and pair of coasters. Supplies, tips, and instructions will be provided.
Registration with a valid Yorba Linda Public Library card is required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, April 19. Open registration begins Wednesday, April 23. Adults 18+.

Wellness Wednesdays: Managing Pain: How Do I Know What’s Right for Me?
Wednesday, May 21 at 6-7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Back pain is one of the most prevalent sites for pain. Learn about the specialty of pain medicine, the latest advancements in pain management, and treatments available to you with board-certified UCI Health musculoskeletal and pain medicine specialist, Dr. David Lee. Dr. David Lee, Musculoskeletal and Pain Medicine. This program is provided in collaboration with UCI Health.

Orange County History: Tiki and Polynesian Pop Phenomenon
Thursday, May 29 at 6-7:30 p.m.
Community Room
From architecture, décor and music, to literature, theme parks and backyard luaus, the South Pacific was a wildly popular theme throughout mid-century America.  Join historian Chris Jepsen as he discusses the Tiki or “Polynesian Pop” craze as it pertained to Orange County where carved figures, grass huts, “Aloha shirts,” and lush jungle landscaping seemed right at home.

Teen Craft for a Cause To-Go Kits
Teen Loft
Valentine's Day
Available beginning Monday, January 13, Due: Saturday, February 1
Teens (13+), spread some cheer and help us bring joy to residents of a local senior assisted living center by creating crafts and cards! Visit the Teen or Adult Services Desk to pick up a to-go kit. Use the materials provided to make two holiday cards and a craft, then return your completed creations to the library at the Adult Services Desk. For your contribution, you will earn two school community service hours. Please bring your school community service form.

Teen Anime Night
Tuesdays | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
February 18, March 11, April 8
DIY Studio
Teens (13+) are invited to watch anime, work on a fun fandom-inspired craft, enjoy Japanese snacks, and enter a monthly raffle!