Join the Children's Librarian and community families in the forum room for stories, rhymes, songs and simple crafts. Be prepared to wiggle, learn and have fun!

Learn the ancient Asian exercise form to promote balance, relaxation, motion, health, harmony, stability, and inner power.  

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DECEMBER Let’s Talk English Conversation Classes on WEDNESDAYS 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

First Class Meets: December 6, 2023 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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 space.

Teens are invited to decorate their own winter themed cookie with icing and decorative sprinkles! All materials provided. Space is limited; register online or at your local library. For grades 7-12

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 in from 2:30-4:30 on Wednesdays and play games with other teens. Options include Pokemon Trading Card Game, chess, Exploding Kittens, Uno, Connect 4, Organ Attack, Wordle Party Game, Scrabble, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and more. Free snacks!

Make charming cards and tags with our crafty materials. Everyone is welcome to this inclusive program.

Crea tarjetas y etiquetas encantadoras con nuestros materiales. Tod@s son bienvenidos a este programa inclusivo.

Hangout Club: Tabletop Club (D&D, MTG, RPGs) (for Teens and Tweens)

Tabletop Club!

RPGs /TTRPGs /Dungeons & Dragons/ Magic the Gathering/ Pokemon!

Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program

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. 

Explore common wild mushrooms found in Sonoma County and create a mushroom ornament to take home.

All materials provided. For grades K-6.

Celebrate the season at our annual gingerbread house workshop for kids and families! Choose from festive candy, graham crackers, and frosting to create a holiday masterpiece you can take home.

Read along with Librarian Kate! 

When you register and arrive at the library for the First Chapter Book Club, Librarian Kate will have copies of give-away books for you!

Join us for this fun yoga class designed for children ages 3-6, and their parent/caregiver. Classes are conducted in Spanish and English. Led by Sara Gagnon. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel.

Please note: Registration required to attend orientation! Scroll to bottom of page to register.

Explore common wild mushrooms found in Sonoma County and create a mushroom ornament to take home.

All materials provided. For grades K-6.

Do you need volunteer hours? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hour from 4:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers can assist with various library tasks. 

Come in and enjoy a movie and snacks. This month's movie is family friendly and is celebrating its 20 year anniversary.  Please call or email the library for the title. 

Learn 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.

Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners welcome. 

The Guerneville Library and Russian River Books & Letters team up to offer Intercambio, a language learning workshop. English and Spanish speakers work together to teach each other their languages.

Make the most out of Microsoft’s Word and PowerPoint. Find out the functions and benefits of each program and how to use them in your daily life.

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!