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. 

Come to Stay & Play! Explore our toys, costumes, and discovery centers! 

Let's build community through playful learning experiences. 

Free!

Come join the adventures of Aquiles! Sing, dance and play with Cascada de Flores.

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.

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

Join the Children's Librarian and community families in the forum room for stories, rhymes, songs and simple crafts.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Get assistance from experienced Sonoma County Genealogical Society volunteers every Wednesday and Friday, 1 PM - 3 PM. 

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.

Come join the adventures of Aquiles! Sing, dance and play with Cascada de Flores.

Learn how to create colorful, eco-friendly paper beads! Join us for a creative class that shares various techniques for making unique, personalized beads for your own projects. For grades 7-12. Register to secure your spot!

Decorate a canvas tote bag using fabric paint and rhinestones! One bag per participant. For grades 4-6.

Teen Anime Club  (for Teens)

Come join other Anime fans every 4th Wednesday of the month at 3-4pm!

Come meet other Teens who enjoy watching Anime and discussing Manga.

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. 

Come join the adventures of Aquiles! Sing, dance and play with Cascada de Flores.

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

Join us for an enriching hands-on cooking and nutrition education class led by Ceres Community Project teens and staff. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and prepare a delicious seasonal recipe, which we will eat together in community.

Teen Knitting Club (Grades 7-12)

Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm

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.

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!

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.

Make personalized dishware using plain ceramic pieces and porcelain pens. Once you have decorated your ceramics, bake them in the oven at home to set the ink, and then they’re ready to use or give away.

All materials provided.

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.