Art Instruction: Colored Pencil
Wednesday, September 6 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 9 from 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 9 from 3:00-4:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Learn how to shade, highlight, and blend colors while creating a sunflower using colored pencils with instructor Lorri Keevern from Dutch Masters Fine Art. This program is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.
Registration required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, August 19. Open registration begins Saturday, August 26. Adults 18+.

DIY Garden Art
Wednesday, September 20 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 20 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 23 from 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Monday, September 25 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Add some personality to your outdoor space with custom garden creations. Supplies, tips, and written instructions will be provided to create your own garden décor and plant markers. This program is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.
Registration required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, September 2. Open registration begins Saturday, September 9. Adults 18+.

Trick or Treat: Is This Book Sweet?
October 2-31
Looking for a sweet treat this Halloween? Let the Library send you on a tantalizing reading adventure. We’ll connect Teens (13+) and Adults (18+) with a mysterious wrapped book. Discover a new author, genre, or series! Check it out, take it home, and give it a chance to make an impression.

Grow It Now: Cool Season Vegetables
Wednesday, October 4 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Wondering what to plant during the cooler months? Join us as we learn about the types of vegetables to plant from fall through spring. This program is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

Genealogy Home Sources: Fabulous Finds & What They Can Lead To  
Thursday, October 5 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
There’s more to genealogy research than just utilizing internet or print resources. Did you know you may have hidden tools to help you navigate your family history right in your own home? Join genealogist Mark Cross as he provides tips and tricks for utilizing home sources. Surprises abound!

Art Instruction: Metal Embossing
Saturday, October 7 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Monday, October 9 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Monday, October 9 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Immerse yourself in the art of metal embossing, or aluminio repujado. Repujado is the Spanish craft of pressing thin metal sheets with simple tools to achieve an embossed look. Explore various tools and techniques to help you get started with this ancient traditional art. Then transform a flat sheet of metal into stunning, three-dimensional art perfect for decorating your garden or home! Registration required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, September 16. Open registration begins Saturday, September 23. Adults 18+.

Solar Eclipse Party
Saturday, October 14 from 8:30-11:00 a.m.
Join us for a solar eclipse viewing party! In celebration of the partial solar eclipse, come to the library to enjoy eclipse activities, crafts, free solar viewing glasses, and more. This program is presented in partnership with Star Net SEAL (Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries).

DIY Out of this World
Wednesday, October 18 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 18 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 21 from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Monday, October 23 from 6:00-7:30 p.m
DIY Studio
Join us for a night of fun crafts that are out of this world! Supplies, tips, and instructions will be provided to help you make your own galaxy-inspired craftsRegistration required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, September 30. Open registration begins Saturday, October 7. Adults 18+.

Sourdough Basics
Wednesday, October 25 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Do you want to learn how to make your own sourdough bread but don’t know where to start? Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to the care and feeding of sourdough starters and the many ways you can bake with them.

Crystal Cove State Park 101
Saturday, November 4 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Community Room
Get inspired to head outside and explore our beautiful state parks! Learn everything you need to know about Crystal Cove State Park, from its origin story, history, and what you can enjoy in the park today. This program was supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

DIY Air Plant Geode Terrarium
Wednesday, November 8 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Monday, November 13 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 18 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
Beautify your space! Supplies, tips, and written instructions will be provided to help create your own air plant geode terrarium to take home and enjoy. Registration required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Saturday, October 21. Open registration begins Saturday, October 28. Adults 18+. This program was supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

Grow It Now: Managing Pests in Your Garden
Wednesday, November 15 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Community Room
Mammals, insects, reptiles- Oh my! Join the UCCE Master Gardeners to learn more about what could be bugging your plants and what you can do to avoid it. This program is presented in partnership with the UCCE Master Gardeners of Orange County and supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

DIY Gift It
Saturday, December 9 from 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Monday, December 11 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 13 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 13 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
DIY Studio
This year your gifts won’t be re-gifted! Get into the holiday gift giving spirit by creating an edible gift, ornament, and more to give to friends and family. Free supplies and written instructions will be provided. Registration required & attendance is limited to one session. Registration for Yorba Linda residents and Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Members begins Monday, November 20. Open registration begins Monday, November 27. Adults 18+.

Travel the World: Book by Book
Beginning Monday, January 8, 2024
Books are your passport to the world! Whether you’re an avid traveler or an armchair traveler, books let your imagination visit destinations all over the globe. Teens (13+) and Adults (18+), take part in the library’s 2024 challenge by reading books set in different countries and receive a passport notebook once you have read two books from each continent! Plus, be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card.