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Family Storytime at Ives Park
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Weather and Air Quality
Weather and Air Quality may result in postponement.
This program is offered in English.
Storytime in the Community Room
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!
Please REGISTER NOW for:
May Let’s Talk English Conversation Classes on WEDNESDAYS 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
First Class Meets: May 3, 2023 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join us to discuss this book IN-PERSON at the Rincon Valley Library. Pick up a copy of this month's selection at the Reference Desk while supplies last.
2023 Book Club Schedule:
January 11 Evicted
Teen Anime Club
Join us for Teen Anime Club
Meet other Teens who enjoy watching Anime and discussing Manga.
Teens will decide as a group which Anime titles to watch.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in English.
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.
Pokémon Club
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
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.
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.
Intro to Chinese Calligraphy for Teens
This workshop introduces teens to the essential elements of Chinese Calligraphy, including how to hold the brush, basic strokes, and simple words. Led by Nancy Wang and Judy Cheung of the Redwood Empire Chinese Association.
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Required
Hangout Club: Crafting Lounge
Hangout Club: Crafting Lounge (for Teens and Tweens)
Join us for an afternoon of crafts and fun!
Come craft every 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Forum Room.
Drop in anytime between 2:30-4pm.
Housing Services at the Library
May is National Affordable Housing Month!
Homework Help K-12
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.
Teen Anime at Rincon Valley Regional Library
Watch Anime after school. Vote to choose future viewing options. Snacks provided while supplies last.
La loterÃa es un juego tradicional mexicano. ¡Este evento inclusivo es para todas las edades!
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in Spanish.
Spanish with English Translation
This event is in Spanish with an English interpreter.
Petaluma Chess Club
All ages welcome!
No experienced necessary.
Limited boards available - bring an extra if you have one!
Teens and tweens can drop in between 3:00-4:30 pm every 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of the month for gaming! Nintendo Switch, Xbox and various board games are available options.
Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program
This event is for beginning readers to build confidence by reading a story to a dog!
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in English.
Homework Help
We offer Homework Help to students in grades K-12 on Wednesdays from 4-6 at the library.
Join us as a beginner or an experienced knitter who wants to learn new techniques, make new friends, and help other students.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in English.
Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/26223/register
Disclaimer(s)
Author Talks - Advance Registration Required
View the full list of upcoming Author Talks and watch previous Talks visit: libraryc.org/sonomalibrary.
Zoom link sent upon completion of registration.
The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Sonoma County Library.
This program is offered in English.
Read, sing, play, move and learn at storytime! Open to all families with children 0-6 years old. Registration is not required, but feel free to register for the series to receive an email reminder before each session.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Weather and Air Quality
Weather and Air Quality may result in postponement.
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 ass
Virtual Queer Book Club: Light from Uncommon Stars
Queer Book Club
Meets virtually the second Wednesday of the month!
May 10 - Light from Uncommon Stars
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Required - Virtual
Advance registration is required. Registered participants will receive the Zoom invite one hour prior to the scheduled event.
Questions? Or if you need special accommodations, please let us know. Email: events@sonomalibrary.org or call your local library!
Print Copies for Virtual book clubs
Print copies are available while supplies last. Email events@sonomalibrary.org to have a copy sent to your local library for pickup. Leave your name, phone number, and requested library location in the message. Print books available upon request until 1 week before the program.
Join the Joe Mesics' Literary Canon book group to discuss "Rules of Civility" by Amor Towles.
To request print copies of the book please reach out to Megan Jones at mjones@sonomalibrary.org or call (707) 433-3772.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in English.
Crafting with CreativeBug: Beginning Calligraphy
The first step to learning calligraphy is getting familiar with your tools and materials. In Part 1, Maybelle introduces you to the inks, pens, and papers you will need to get started and show you the proper way to hold the pen.
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Encouraged
Advance registration encouraged, but not required, in order to receive an email reminder about the event. Walk-ins welcome!
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!
Sewing in Community
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.
Understanding & Using Social Media for Seniors
Discover how to stay in contact with friends and family online via social media. Understand what social media is and how it works while sampling an overview of social media sites.
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Encouraged
Advance registration encouraged, but not required, in order to receive an email reminder about the event. Walk-ins welcome!