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Attachment 2 - Newsletter_March_2026

Camarillo City Council
February 25, 2026

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Attachment 2 - Newsletter_March_2026
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February 25, 2026
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Library Hours Mon. - Thurs.
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fri. - Sun.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2026
Highlighted Programs & Events: Adults
Mindful Sound Bath Experience
Immerse yourself in soothing sounds and vibrations designed to promote relaxation. Dress comfortably and bring a blanket or cushion. Please register on our online Event Calendar.

Sunday, March 1 / 11 a.m. / Community Room
Start planning for summer salsa now! Visit the 2nd Floor Reference Desk to pick up a Salsa Garden Take & Make kit. Each kit includes seeds to grow your own tomatoes, cilantro and onions along with information to get you started with the process. Limited kits available.

Growing a Salsa Garden
Throughout March / 2nd Floor Reference Desk
4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, CA 93010
(805) 388-5222 | camarillolibrary.org
March
Certified Master Gardener of Ventura County Laura Pasetta will present on how to conserve water and save energy by planting a sustainable, drought-tolerant garden.

Drought-Tolerant Gardening:

Design and Maintenance
Tuesday, March 3 / 6 p.m. / Community Room
Pressed Flower Bookmark Take & Make
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the library! Starting on March 1, pick up a kit at the 2nd Floor Reference Desk to make your own pressed flower bookmark. Limited kits available.

Throughout March / 2nd Floor Reference Desk
Documentary Screening with Film Director Marianela
Maldonado: Children of Las Brisas
Local film director Marianela Maldonado will screen her documentary Children of Las Brisas, followed by a discussion. The film follows the lives of musically talented young people in an impoverished Venezuelan neighborhood as they work through the “El Sistema” music program in the hopes of becoming professional musicians. The documentary is in Spanish with English subtitles.

Saturday, March 14 / 2-4 p.m. / Community Room
Programs & Events: RFBC
In honor of Women’s History Month, we will showcase a live performance presented by the American Association of University Women, Camarillo Branch. We will delve into the lives and accomplishments of Jane Goodall, Ellen Ochoa and Laura Ingalls Wilder. There will be an interactive Q&A segment. Sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library.

Women's History Month: Women in History Live Performance Sunday, March 15 / 12:30 p.m. / Community Room
Vision Board Playshop
Thursday, March 19 / 5-7 p.m. / Community Room
Expert Deborah Deras, internationally acclaimed speaker and vision board expert, will facilitate this uplifting and interactive session. All supplies will be provided. Please register on our online Event Calendar. These programs are sponsored by the Russell Fischer Business Collection (RFBC).

Modern Home Economics Series: Thrifting
Sustainable wardrobe stylist Sophia Hall of Make Good will lead a session on the basics and benefits of thrifting. She will offer advice on thrifting in Ventura County. Q&A to follow.

Sunday, March 22 / 2 p.m. / Community Room
Try out our Hobby Flight, which includes take-home supplies for starting hobbies such as gardening, puzzles and mixed-media sculpture. Registration is required.

Modern Home Economics Series: Hobbies
Sunday, March 8 / 2 p.m. / Community Room
Growing Together with the Seed Library
Sunday, March 15 / 11 a.m. / Homework Center / All Ages Discover the joy of gardening with our interactive program. Each month features seasonal seeds from the Seed Library and guidance on how to care for them. Whether you're a beginner or looking for new inspiration, this is a perfect way to cultivate your own garden.

Ask an HR Expert: Job Help
Thursday, March 12 / 6 p.m. / Community Room
This lively panel discussion will feature HR experts who will share insights into what employers are really looking for. We'll cover topics important to job seekers at every stage including "universal truths" of a great résumé and the green flags that interviewers are looking for in job applicants. Bring your most pressing questions in this Q&A session.

Visit the library's online Event Calendar for more info:
camarillolibrary.org/events.

Library Hours Mon. - Thurs.
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fri. - Sun.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, CA 93010
(805) 388-5222 | camarillolibrary.org
March 1 - 21 / Children’s Area / All Ages
March Mascot Madness
Vote for your favorite book mascot from March 1 through March 21. The mascot with the most votes will be crowned the winner. On April Fool’s Day our Children’s Librarian will dress up as the winning mascot for a silly surprise celebration! Music Time with Mr. Michael
Join us for a fun-filled musical adventure with special guest Mr. Michael! There will be plenty of movement accompanied by Mr. Michael’s lively guitar playing. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library.

Saturday, March 7 / 11:00 a.m. / Community Room / Ages 2-8 H i g h l i g h t e d P r o g r a m s & E v e n t s : C h i l d r e n ' s Spring Lego® Builders
Monday, March 16 / 11:00 a.m. / Community Room / Ages 6-12 What would your perfect park look like? Join us for a LEGO® free-building program where everyone adds their own ideas to build one uniquely amazing LEGO® park! 2026
March
Passover Storytime
Special reader Leah Lang will lead us with Passover stories and a hands-on craft to celebrate the holiday.

Wednesday, March 18 / 10:30 a.m. / Pirate Ship / Ages 3-8 Get into the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with a festive, take-home craft! Pick up a kit from the Children's Desk.

Tuesday, March 17 / All Day / Children’s Area / All Ages St. Patrick's Day Craft
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a special storytime featuring children’s author Rebecca Langston-George. She will read from her new book, Rover Rolled Over, and lead interactive activities afterwards. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library.

The Teen’s Guide
2 p.m. / Homework Center / Ages 13-18
Women's History Month: Meet a Children's Author
Saturday, March 28 / 10:30 a.m. / Pirate Ship / Ages 2+ Highlighted Programs & Events: Teens
Teen Civic Engagement Club:

City Hall & City Chambers Visit
Tuesday, March 31 / 4-5:30 p.m. / City Hall / Ages 13-18 Open Mic Night with Author Drew Daywalt
Wednesday, March 11 / 4:30-7:30 p.m. / Community Room / Ages 11-18 Step into the spotlight! This special Open Mic Night will feature local children's author Drew Daywalt. Teens and tweens can share their talents such as music, poetry or stand- up. Whether you want to perform or just cheer on your friends, this is your time to shine! Teens are invited to tour City Hall and the newly remodeled City Chambers with our City Clerk. Engage with staff members who work in City Hall and learn about their role in local government. Need transportation to attend? Library staff will arrange for the Camarillo Area Transit (CAT) to get us there safely and efficiently from the Library. All you need is your student ID!
Tuesday, March 3 - Mayor David Tennessen will speak to teens about his career path, what it’s like to be Mayor for the City of Camarillo and getting involved in civic engagement. Q&A will follow.

Teen Civic Engagement Club: Meet & Greet
4:30-6 p.m. / Conference Room / Ages 13-18
Tuesday, March 17 - Assistant City Manager Carmen Nichols will speak to teens about her career path, what it’s like to be Assistant City Manager for the City of Camarillo and why teens should be involved in civic engagement. Q&A will follow.

Visit the library's online Event Calendar for more info:
camarillolibrary.org/events.

Saturday, March 14 - Hobbies: Have fun without breaking the bank! Learn about inside and outside hobbies you can do on a budget. Take home some supplies to help you test out different hobbies that may interest you.

Saturday, March 28 - Etiquette: Join us to learn about social skills like email writing, how to interview for a job, how to make small talk and more.

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