¡Edredones en Exhibición!/ Quilts on Display!

All Day
Roseland Regional Library
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Age Group: Adult, Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Music, Books, Literature, & Writing, Library & Community
Event Details:
¡EDREDONES EN EXHIBICIÓN! La Santa Rosa Quilt Guild y la biblioteca regional de Roseland se han asociado para exhibir las obras de artistas de edredones locales. Venga y aprecie el estilo y la técnica de estas obras bellas.   Este mes, n...

Family Storytime at Ives Park

10:30am - 11:00am
Sebastopol Regional Library
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Offsite (Sebastopol)
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join your local librarian in singing, reading, and playing together to build early literacy skills and a joy of reading.  This event is outdoors and we usually meet on the stage and recommend bringing a blanket to sit on.  We will can...

Disclaimer(s)

Weather and Air Quality

Weather and Air Quality may result in postponement.

This program is offered in English.

Stay and Play Cafe

10:30am - 12:00pm
Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Room: Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Come to “Stay and Play!” Explore our toys, puzzles, building blocks and more! Through play, children learn about their world. With this knowledge, they can understand books and stories once they begin to read! Now 1 1/2 hours, and including ...

Cuéntame un cuento con Serena

11:00am - 11:30am
Roseland Regional Library
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Children's Area (Roseland)
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Spanish, Storytime
Event Details:
Ven a la biblioteca a cantar, escuchar cuentos, moverte, jugar, y aprender. Serena brinda diversión para familias con niños de 0 a 6 años.  Este es un evento inclusivo presentado en español. ¡Nos vemos en la Biblioteca Roseland! ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in Spanish.

Storytime in the Children's Area

11:00am - 12:00pm
Guerneville Regional Library
Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join the Children's Librarian and other families in our cozy Children's reading area for stories, rhymes, songs and simple crafts. Be prepared to wiggle, learn and have some fun! ...

Let's Talk English Conversation Class

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adult Literacy Program
Library Branch: Adult Literacy Program
Room: Virtual (Adult Literacy)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Adult Literacy, English, ESL & Language Learning, Virtual
Event Details:
Please REGISTER NOW for: March Let’s Talk English Conversation Classes on WEDNESDAYS 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM First Class Meets: March 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this WEDNESDAY class series in March u...

One-on-One Genealogy Research Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Library Branch: Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:
Our free in-depth one-on-one genealogy help service is back! Get assistance from experienced Sonoma County Genealogical Society volunteers every Wednesday and Friday, 1 PM - 3 PM.  Free service - only in person at the Sonoma County Hi...

Game On! for Teens

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Healdsburg Regional Library
Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Enrichment, Games & Gaming
Event Details:
Join us for Game On! for Teens.  Grades 6 and up only, please #Switch #PS4 #Virtual Reality ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

Read to a Dog/ Leer a un Perro

1:45pm - 2:45pm
Roseland Regional Library
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:
Read to a Dog Come and read out loud to the dogs of PALS (Paws as Loving Support). These well-trained dogs love to listen to stories in English and Spanish.  Children build confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud in a safe spac...

Pokémon Clover City Gym - Pokémon Trading Card Game Event

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Cloverdale Regional Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
A fun event for players of the Pokémon trading card game! Beginner-friendly, free and open to the public. The library has a limited number of battle decks and play mats for those who need them. Snacks provided. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

Advance registration encouraged, but not required, in order to receive an email reminder about the event. Walk-ins welcome!

Read to a Dog

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Petaluma Regional Library
Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Children's Room (Petaluma)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:
Read to a Dog Come and read out loud to the dogs of PALS (Paws as Loving Support). These well-trained dogs love to listen to stories in English and Spanish.  Children build confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud in a safe spac...

After School Hang Out (Grades 6-12)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Windsor Regional Library
Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Games & Gaming, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Event Details:
Drop by the After School Hang Out to study, play games, or just chill with your peers! Laptops and board games will be available to use. For Grades 6-12. ...

Hangout Lounge

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Library & Community
Event Details:
Come hang out with other teens every 5th Wednesday of the month.  Games and snacks available! Registration is recommended but not required. ...

Homework Help K-12

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:
Drop-in for help with homework. Wednesdays from 2:30 - 4:30 pm in the Children's Room at Northwest Library. For students in grades K -12th grade. Volunteers help students with homework. Free. No appointment necessary. No Homework He...

Teen Anime at Rincon Valley Regional Library

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rincon Valley Regional Library
Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Enrichment
Event Details:
Watch Anime after school. Vote to choose future viewing options. Snacks provided while supplies last. ...

Game On! (Teens & Tweens)

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cloverdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:
Teens and tweens can drop in between 3:00-4:30 pm every 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of the month for gaming! Board games and video games are available as options to choose from. ...

Homeschoolers Meeting

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Guerneville Regional Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Room: Guerneville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Education & College
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
The public library is a great place for at-home learners! Join the Children's Librarian and other homeschoolers in the area to discuss curriculum needs and library resources. Come with questions and ideas about what you need to help you and your stud...

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

Advance registration encouraged, but not required, in order to receive an email reminder about the event. Walk-ins welcome!

This program is offered in English.

Homework Help

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Healdsburg Regional Library
Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Education & College, Enrichment
Event Details:
We offer Homework Help to students in grades K-12 on Wednesdays from 4-6 at the library.  ...

Teen Knitting Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sebastopol Regional Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Enrichment, Library & Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join us as a beginner or an experienced knitter who wants to learn new techniques, make new friends, and help other students. We will support knitters in gaining the skills needed to achieve their own goals, whether that is making garments, accessori...

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

Sebastopol Library Advisory Board Meeting

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Sebastopol Regional Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Library & Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50

Library Advisory Board

SANTA ROSA LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA

Sonoma County Library

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Northwest Regional Library

150 Coddingtown Center

Santa Rosa, CA  95401

 

  1. CALL TO ORDER
  2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF January 25, 2023
  3. PUBLIC APPEARANCES

An opportunity for members of the public to address the Library Advisory Board; times are limited to 3 minutes and may be changed at the Library Advisory Board’s discretion.

  1. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & INTRODUCTION
  2. ACTION ITEMS

5.1 Change the Santa Rosa LAB’s Bylaws

            5.1.a. Recording Secretary: change from Branch Manager to LAB member

            5.1.b. Clerk: Request that library admin fill this role.

5.2 Appoint a Vice Chair

5.3 Appoint a Recording Secretary

  1. DISCUSSION ITEMS

6.1 Each LAB member to choose a branch for which to be primarily responsible.

6.2 Library website

6.3 Reimagining the Library 2021 – Review this plan; role of LAB

6.4 Reinvigorating the Library Advisory Board:  

6.4.a. Youth Members (1 or 2) vacancies to fill at our July meeting

            6.4.b.  LAB Voting Members – maximum of 12 voting members

            6.4.c. Clarify the scheduled location of our meetings for the public and ways to engage. Is hybrid access possible? 

6.4.d. Actions for LAB members to take between meetings, report back to the LAB/Commission

6.4.e.  Orientation for new LAB members

6.5 Library Volunteer Recognition Luncheon April 20

6.6 Resolution on Social and Racial Equity

  1. REPORTS

Reports and updates on library governance, management, programs, services and support group activities as well as City Council matters. All items are for discussion only.

    1. Youth Members’ Report
    2. Friends of the Santa Rosa Library Report
    3. Library Commissioners’ Report
    4. Library Director’s Report
    5. Feedback to Branch Managers’ Reports
    6. City Council Liaison Report
  2. ADVISORY BOARD INFORMATION ITEMS

An opportunity for Members to present brief, factual information about their library, respond to public comments, place items on the next agenda, or request information from the Library Commissioners, Director or Branch Managers.

  1. FOLLOW-UP & NEXT STEPS

A review of follow-up responsibilities for members and staff.

  1. ADJOURNMENT—Next meeting: Wednesday May 31, 2023 at the Rincon Valley Library

 

Event Details:
DRAFT AGENDA Sebastopol Library Advisory Board March 29, 2023, 4:30 p.m. Location: Sebastopol Regional Library 7140 Bodega Avenue, Sebastopol 95472 PUBLIC COMMENT Public comment may be submitted in writing prior to the meeting or orally during the ...

123 Andrés Bilingual Family Concert

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Off Site
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Enrichment, ESL & Language Learning, Library & Community
Event Details:
Join us at Old Courthouse Square in Santa Rosa for a concert with Latin Grammy-winning music duo 123 Andrés! Their catchy songs and lively concert will get your whole family dancing and learning, in Spanish and English. Free! For all ages. ------ ...
Cancelled

*E Street Studios Media Maker Meetup (In-Person)*

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Documentaries & Movies, Enrichment, Technology & Computers
Event Details:
Connect with other videographers, photographers, podcasters, designers, sound artists, and others who are making media or are curious about making media. The last Wednesday of every month from 6-7pm. Learn about E Street camera and audio equ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

Miércoles mágicos

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Petaluma Regional Library
Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Petaluma Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Books, Literature, & Writing, Games & Gaming, Spanish, STEAM & Maker, Storytime
Event Details:
¡Miércoles mágicos! ¡Únete con nosotros cada miércoles a las 6:00 pm para jugar y leer en familia! Este programa sin cita ofrecerá nuevos juegos, materiales de arte, y desafíos para alentar a los niños a explorar y descubrir.  Trae a to...

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in Spanish.

Spanish with English Translation

This event is in Spanish with an English interpreter.

One-on-One Tech Help at Cloverdale Regional Library

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cloverdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Event Details:
Do you have questions about basic computer skills, digital library resources, email, internet basics, basic computer troubleshooting, or other technology-related issues?  Come to Cloverdale Regional Library and a library staff member will assist...

Building Job Skills: Intro to Microsoft Excel

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Roseland Regional Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Roseland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Bilingual, English, Spanish, Technology & Computers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Discover how this spreadsheet program can assist you with budgeting, organizing information, and presenting dynamic charts and tables. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

Advance registration encouraged, but not required, in order to receive an email reminder about the event. Walk-ins welcome!

One-On-One Tech Help

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Event Details:
Do you have questions about basic computer skills, digital library resources, email, internet basics, basic computer troubleshooting, or other technology-related issues?  Come to Northwest and a library staff member will assist you! Drop in o...

Sewing in Community

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sebastopol Regional Library
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Enrichment, Library & Community
Event Details:
Join us each Wednesday from 6-7:30 to sew in community.   We have sewing machines for you to use as well as volunteers to assist and support you in your endeavors. You can bring your own project to work on, or we can provide you with ...

Cozy Wednesdays

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sebastopol Regional Library
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Main Reading Room (Sebastopol)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library & Community
Event Details:
Enjoy the library Hygge style with soft music, tea, and coziness in the main reading room. ...

Santa Rosa Library Advisory Board Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Library & Community

Library Advisory Board

SANTA ROSA LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA

Sonoma County Library

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Northwest Regional Library

150 Coddingtown Center

Santa Rosa, CA  95401

 

  1. CALL TO ORDER
  2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF January 25, 2023
  3. PUBLIC APPEARANCES

An opportunity for members of the public to address the Library Advisory Board; times are limited to 3 minutes and may be changed at the Library Advisory Board’s discretion.

  1. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & INTRODUCTION
  2. ACTION ITEMS

5.1 Change the Santa Rosa LAB’s Bylaws

            5.1.a. Recording Secretary: change from Branch Manager to LAB member

            5.1.b. Clerk: Request that library admin fill this role.

5.2 Appoint a Vice Chair

5.3 Appoint a Recording Secretary

  1. DISCUSSION ITEMS

6.1 Each LAB member to choose a branch for which to be primarily responsible.

6.2 Library website

6.3 Reimagining the Library 2021 – Review this plan; role of LAB

6.4 Reinvigorating the Library Advisory Board:  

6.4.a. Youth Members (1 or 2) vacancies to fill at our July meeting

            6.4.b.  LAB Voting Members – maximum of 12 voting members

            6.4.c. Clarify the scheduled location of our meetings for the public and ways to engage. Is hybrid access possible? 

6.4.d. Actions for LAB members to take between meetings, report back to the LAB/Commission

6.4.e.  Orientation for new LAB members

6.5 Library Volunteer Recognition Luncheon April 20

6.6 Resolution on Social and Racial Equity

  1. REPORTS

Reports and updates on library governance, management, programs, services and support group activities as well as City Council matters. All items are for discussion only.

    1. Youth Members’ Report
    2. Friends of the Santa Rosa Library Report
    3. Library Commissioners’ Report
    4. Library Director’s Report
    5. Feedback to Branch Managers’ Reports
    6. City Council Liaison Report
  2. ADVISORY BOARD INFORMATION ITEMS

An opportunity for Members to present brief, factual information about their library, respond to public comments, place items on the next agenda, or request information from the Library Commissioners, Director or Branch Managers.

  1. FOLLOW-UP & NEXT STEPS

A review of follow-up responsibilities for members and staff.

  1. ADJOURNMENT—Next meeting: Wednesday May 31, 2023 at the Rincon Valley Library