Modesto
Our StoryTellers presented a special Bilingual StoryTime. The stories were introduced in the opposite language then acted out using props and costumes.  Ballet Folklorico Los Falcones y Xochipilli danced following StoryTime. Children who attended StoryTime received tickets for a free book. Craft and activity stations were located outside around the library under the portico: bookmark decorating, mural painting, make your own book, dinosaur beanbag toss, paper plate maracas, papel picado, paper bag piñatas, and face painting. Healthy snacks were available.

Riverbank
A special Bilingual StoryTime was presented. The stories were introduced in the opposite language then acted out using props and costumes. The local Ballet Folklorico Dancers from the Cultural Center performed in front of the library. Three craft tables included:  Yarn Eyes, Tissue Paper Flowers, Papel Picado-Cut Paper Banners. Thirty-three free books were given away to the children. Snacks were provided.

Salida
The Nick Blom Salida Regional library celebration featured a Bilingual StoryTime, Folkloric Dancers, crafts, book giveaways and snacks.

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Modesto
WeBe, a local Children's band, started the festivities with some traditional tunes. A special Bilingual English/Spanish storytime program featured two Storytellers. They used a variety of puppets, props, costumes, fingerplays, and music. Following StoryTime, Ballet Folkloric Anahuac performed four dances. There were 12 stations where arts, crafts, snacks, and other fun activities were offered. Between Friends of the Modesto Library and California Library Association 100 children were able to take home a free book. A total of 47 volunteers each donated between three to seven hours of their time that day and touched the lives of over 600 families!

Riverbank
Two StoryTellers from the Modesto Children's Library kicked off the celebration with a Bilingual Storytime. Folkloric Dancers dazzled the audience with their exquisite dances. There were five craft stations where children could express their creativity. Snacks were available for families to enjoy together. Finally, free books from California Library Association found new homes with happy children!

Salida
An interactive Bilingual StoryTime featured books, music, and action rhymes. Three craft stations were there for children to express their creativity. A light snack was available for families to enjoy together. Free books from California Library Association were given to every child participant.

Hughson
The celebration began with two Modesto Library StoryTellers performing a Bilingual Storytime. Children then enjoyed crafts and games. Each child received a free book from California Library Association.