Join your local librarian in singing, reading, and playing together to build early literacy skills and a joy of reading.
Bring a blanket and meet us on the main stage at Ives Park.
Disclaimer(s)
Weather and Air Quality
Weather and Air Quality may result in postponement.
This program is offered in English.
Local volunteer attorneys offer free legal information and referral for matters of family law only. These lawyer consultations will last up to 20 minutes.
Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 - August 10
Books, Prizes & Events!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at the library or sonomalibrary.org/summer
Join us for a fun storycraft celebrating Farm to Table, our Lunch at the Library theme. Listen to a veggie-themed story and create a paper veggie garden to take home. For families and kids in grades Pre-K-3.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Gain confidence in speaking French in a supportive and friendly setting. Our French conversation circle is for adults who wish to practice speaking French and improve conversational skills.
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Required
Learn the ancient Asian exercise form to promote balance, relaxation, motion, health, harmony, stability, and inner power.
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Required
Join the Children's Librarian and community families in the forum room for stories, rhymes, songs and simple crafts.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in English.
Please REGISTER NOW for:
JULY Let’s Talk English Conversation Classes on WEDNESDAYS 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
First Class Meets: JULY 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024.
Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years at no cost.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024.
Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024.
Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2023. Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Kits limited availability
Kits are available on a first come, first served basis. While supplies last. Limit one per patron.
Lunch is available to all youth between the ages of 0-18 years, Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 12:30 PM at the Petaluma library.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024.
Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024.
Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Be a Super Taster! Try 3 different types of produce to get a sticker. Try 4 different types of produce to get a bookmark. Try all fruit & veggie choices to be a Super Taster and have your name posted on the cart for the day.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Be a Super Taster! Compare the unique flavors and textures of different types of fresh fruits and veggies, then decide which is your favorite. Kids who try three different types of produce get a scratch and sniff sticker.
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Children Policy
Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.
Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 - August 10
Books, Prizes & Events!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at the library or sonomalibrary.org/summer
Join Cluster Funk Studios to paint an awesome camping scene while listening to your favorite jams. For grades 7-12.
Register to save your spot!
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Encouraged
Advance registration encouraged, but not required, in order to receive an email reminder about the event. Walk-ins welcome!
Get assistance from experienced Sonoma County Genealogical Society volunteers every Wednesday and Friday, 1 PM - 3 PM.
Join Rincon Valley Librarians on the 2nd Wednesday of every month to discuss fiction and non-fiction books!
Pick up a copy of this month's selection at the Reference Desk while supplies last.
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.
Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 - August 10
Books, Prizes & Events!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at the library or sonomalibrary.org/summer
Discover the importance of honeybees, native bees, and other pollinators with the Sonoma County Beekeepers Association, then meet the bees!
Disclaimer(s)
Room Capacity
If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first-come, first-served basis.
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 3-4pm.
¡Hagamos juntos pulseras de colores! Este programa es para todas las edades y habilidades.
Let's make colorful bracelets together! This program is for all ages and abilities.
All ages welcome!
No experienced necessary. Some instruction available. Play, learn and enjoy!
Limited boards available - bring an extra if you have one!
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.
THE MEETINGS ON JULY 10 AND AUGUST 14 WILL BE HELD OUTDOORS.
LAS REUNIONES DEL 10 DE JULIO Y 14 DE AGOSTO SE REALIZARAN AL AIRE LIBRE.
First Chapter Book Club
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Required
This program is offered in English.
Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 - August 10
Books, Prizes & Events!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at the library or sonomalibrary.org/summer
Onye engages audiences with drumming, dance, and songs—presented in a historical and cultural context.
Disclaimer(s)
Room Capacity
If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first-come, first-served basis.
Teen Knitting Club (Grades 7-12)
Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in English.
Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere.
Beginners welcome.
Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que estén aprendiendo en un ambiente amable.
Library Advisory Board
Members of the public are welcome to attend Library Advisory Board (LAB) meetings. Regional LABs serve to advise the Library Commission on issues affecting each branch.
Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 - August 10
Books, Prizes & Events!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at the library or sonomalibrary.org/summer
Trio Nuevo Amanecer from Santa Rosa plays boleros and romantic ballads of Latin America, classic folk songs, as well as traditional Mexican music, and more. If you appreciate great love songs in Spanish, come listen to Trio Nuevo Amanecer!
Disclaimer(s)
This program is offered in Spanish.
Queer Book Club meets virtually on the second Wednesday of the month!
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.
This program is offered in English.
Join the Joe Mesics' Literary Canon book group to discuss Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert A. Heinlein.
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.
Crafting with Creativebug: Image Transfers on Wood
Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 - August 10
Books, Prizes & Events!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at the library or sonomalibrary.org/summer
Learn how to transfer printed images onto wood to create a unique art piece.
All materials provided.
Disclaimer(s)
Advance Registration Required
Kits limited availability
Kits are available on a first come, first served basis. While supplies last. Limit one per patron.
This program is offered in English.
The Guerneville Library and Russian River Books & Letters team up to offer Intercambio, a language learning workshop.
Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere.
Beginners welcome.
The Rohnert Park – Cotati Library hosts library commission meetings in the Armando Flores Room.