Gustine Library plans full slate of August programs

With August underway, the Gustine Library has a full calendar of activities for children, teens and adults throughout the month.

The library, located at 205 Sixth St., will continue its regular lineup of Tiny Tales StoryTime for ages 3–5 and Family Lego Fun Time, both offered multiple Saturdays in August. Storytime is scheduled for Aug. 1, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m., with Lego sessions at 1 p.m. on those same dates, along with an additional Lego day on Aug. 8 and Aug. 15.

Teen programming includes Teen Coloring on Aug. 4 at 3:30 p.m., a Button Making Workshop on Aug. 11 at 3 p.m., and Switch Game Time on Aug. 18 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

For younger children, Kid’s Craft Time will be held Aug. 6 at 3 p.m., and Kids Chalk Day is scheduled all day on Aug. 20.

Adults can take part in the Adult Book Club on Aug. 13 at 10:30 a.m. and Adult Coloring on Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. A community Crafternoon for all ages is planned for Aug. 25 at 1 p.m.

The library is also offering an ongoing I Spy Sea Creatures Game for ages 6–12, where participants search the library for sea‑themed items and earn a prize for completing the log.

The Gustine Library is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Gustine Historical Museum adds Sunday hours

The Gustine Historical Museum has expanded its public hours and will now be open every Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m., the museum announced.

Visitors can stop in to explore local history, view exhibits and learn more about Gustine’s past during the new weekend hours. Those who prefer a private visit or cannot attend on Sundays may schedule an appointment.

Appointments can be made by calling Mary Ann Bloom at 209‑604‑8674.

The museum continues to operate as a volunteer‑run community resource preserving Gustine’s heritage.

Native Sons to hold Aug. 6 dinner meeting

The Native Sons of the Golden West will hold their next dinner meeting on Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Hall, with bingo to follow, according to Financial Secretary Raulin Mendonca.

Members who want to play cards or visit may arrive at 5 p.m. Dinner will be prepared by Liz, and organizers are asking attendees to RSVP to ensure an accurate count. Responses may be made by calling 209‑918‑1451.

Members are also encouraged to invite guests as the parlor continues efforts to grow its membership.

American Legion Auxiliary to meet Aug. 6 in Gustine

The American Legion Auxiliary Manuel M. Lopes Unit 240 will meet Thursday, Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Green Acres Clubhouse in Gustine.

For more information, contact Audrey McIntyre at 209‑780‑9188 or Maryann Watson at 209‑854‑6672.