Quilts on Display!

All Day
Roseland Regional Library
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Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Music, Enrichment, Library & Community
Details:
QUILTS ON DISPLAY! The Santa Rosa Quilt Guild and the Roseland Regional Library are teaming up to showcase the work of local quilt artists.  Come and appreciate the style and craftsmanship of these beautiful works of fabric art.  This mo...

Family Storytime at Ives Park

10:30am - 11:00am
Sebastopol Regional Library
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Offsite (Sebastopol)
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
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...

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Weather and Air Quality

Weather and Air Quality may result in postponement.

This program is offered in English.

Storytime in the Community Room

11:00am - 12:00pm
Guerneville Regional Library
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Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
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
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Adult Literacy Program
Room: Virtual (Adult Literacy)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Adult Literacy, English, ESL & Language Learning, Virtual
Details:
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)   Register in advance for this WEDNESDAY class s...

Rincon Valley Adult Book Club:

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Rincon Valley Regional Library
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Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, Enrichment
Details:
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 February 8 The Mercies March 8 Ten Steps ...

Healdsburg Teen Anime Club

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Healdsburg Regional Library
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Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Documentaries & Movies, Enrichment
Details:
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. Eat snacks, talk about anime and manga and watch an episode! Ani...

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This program is offered in English.

Read to a Dog

1:45pm - 2:45pm
Roseland Regional Library
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Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment
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 Club

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Cloverdale Regional Library
Closed
Required
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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: 19
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. ...

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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
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Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Children's Room (Petaluma)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment
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
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Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Games & Gaming, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
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. ...

Intro to Chinese Calligraphy for Teens

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Books, Literature, & Writing, Celebrations, Enrichment, Library & Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:
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. Free for teens in grade...

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Advance Registration Required

Hangout Club: Crafting Lounge

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Details:
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. Supplies provided! Registration is r...
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Housing Services at the Library

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
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Library Branch: Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Room: Rohnert Park-Cotati Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Details:
May is National Affordable Housing Month! Visit the library from May 8-13 and speak with representatives from local housing services and agencies to learn how they can help you find housing or a more suitable home for your family. Today we have...

Homework Help K-12

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Northwest Santa Rosa Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Enrichment
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
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Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Enrichment
Details:
Watch Anime after school. Vote to choose future viewing options. Snacks provided while supplies last. ...

¡Juguemos lotería!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Roseland Regional Library
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Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Roseland Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebrations, Games & Gaming, Spanish
Details:
La lotería 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

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Petaluma Regional Library
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Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Petaluma Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Details:
All ages welcome! No experienced necessary. Limited boards available - bring an extra if you have one! ...

Game On!

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cloverdale Regional Library
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Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Details:
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. ...

Read to a Dog

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sebastopol Regional Library
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Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Children's Room (Central)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment
Details:
Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program This event is for beginning readers to build confidence by reading a story to a dog! Younger children may have a parent or care-giver assist the child with reading to a dog. Certified Therapy Dogs ar...

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

Homework Help

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Healdsburg Regional Library
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Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Education & College, Enrichment
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
Closed
Required
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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
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.

Author Talk with Jena Friedman

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Events
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Author Events, Virtual
Details:
Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/26223/register Friedman’s debut collection, Not Funny, takes on the third rails of modern life in Jena’s bold and subversive style, with essays that explore cancel culture, sexism, work, celeb...

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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.

Family Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Children's Room (Central)
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Enrichment, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Details:
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.  ¡Le invitamos a leer, c...

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.

One-on-One Tech Help

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cloverdale Regional Library
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Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
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...

Virtual Queer Book Club: Light from Uncommon Stars

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Events
Closed
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, English, LGBTQIA+, Library & Community, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Details:
Queer Book Club Meets virtually the second Wednesday of the month! May 10 - Light from Uncommon Stars Request it from the Library Catalogue: here Description:  "Good Omens meets The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet in Ryka Aoki's...

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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.

Canon Book Group: Rules of Civility

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Healdsburg Regional Library
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Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing
Details:
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

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, English
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:
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. After you work throug...

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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
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Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
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
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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
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 ...

Understanding & Using Social Media for Seniors

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Windsor Regional Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: English, Technology & Computers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:
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. ...

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Advance Registration Encouraged

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