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Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Equity & Inclusion, Finance & Law
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Local volunteer attorneys offer free legal information and referral for general law matters. These lawyer consultations will last up to 20 minutes.  Sign-ups are first...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Equity & Inclusion, Finance & Law
Details:

Local volunteer attorneys offer free legal information and referral for general law matters. These lawyer consultations will last up to 20 minutes. 

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Virtual Queer Book Club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English, LGBTQIA+, Virtual
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Queer Book Club meets virtually on the second Wednesday of the month! Registering for this event will sign you up for all 12 book club meetings! You will receive a Zoo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, English, LGBTQIA+, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Details:

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.

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Sound Studio Basics

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30pm
Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
E Street Camera Library, Sound Studios, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Get started recording a song, podcast or story using GarageBand. Learn the basics of how to use the hardware and software in the sound studio.  Advanced registration requir...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: E Street Camera Library, Sound Studios, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Get started recording a song, podcast or story using GarageBand. Learn the basics of how to use the hardware and software in the sound studio. 

Advanced registration required. Maximum of 3 participants.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

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One-on-One Tech Help at Rincon Valley

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Rincon Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thur...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Rincon Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 10:30am-11:00am.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

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One-on-One Tech Help at Rincon Valley

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Rincon Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thur...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Rincon Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 11:30am-12:00pm.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

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Northwest Library Book Club

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Northwest Teen Area at Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 12:00 PM as we discuss a different book! Print Copies will be available in the branch a month before the discussion. Pl...

Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Teen Area
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, English
Details:

Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 12:00 PM as we discuss a different book!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

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Petaluma Library Book Club

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Offsite (Petaluma) at Petaluma Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, English
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Petaluma Library Book Club 2nd Thursday of the Month, 12:00 pm Print Copies will be available in the branch a month before the discussion. Please call or email t...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Offsite (Petaluma)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, English
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Details:

Petaluma Library Book Club
2nd Thursday of the Month, 12:00 pm

Print Copies will be available in the branch a month before the discussion. Please call or email the Library with any questions.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

This program is offered in English.

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Common Ground Book Club: books by & about people with disabilities

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Reading Room (Sebastopol) at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Meet with others to discuss books centering disability voices! Copies of each month’s books are available at the Sonoma County Library Catalog. Pre-Register to receive a reminder e...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Main Reading Room (Sebastopol)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

Meet with others to discuss books centering disability voices! Copies of each month’s books are available at the Sonoma County Library Catalog.

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga with Lavender Lotus Yoga

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Guerneville Meeting Room at Guerneville Regional Library
Program Type:
English, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Maintain and regain mobility in this gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair. Gentle strengthening and stretching will be accompanied by breathwork and mindf...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Room: Guerneville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: English, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Details:

Maintain and regain mobility in this gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair. Gentle strengthening and stretching will be accompanied by breathwork and mindful movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

This program is offered in English.

Technology & Computers

One-on-One Tech Help

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Cloverdale Meeting Room at Cloverdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an ebook or downloading an audiobook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30 minutes with Cloverdale Library Reference st...

Required
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an ebook or downloading an audiobook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30 minutes with Cloverdale Library Reference staff for one-on-one assistance on Saturdays, between 1:00-2:30 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

This program is offered in English.

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga with Lavender Lotus Yoga

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rincon Valley Meeting Room at Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
English, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Maintain and regain mobility in this gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair. Gentle strengthening and stretching will be accompanied by breathwork and mindf...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: English, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Details:

Maintain and regain mobility in this gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair. Gentle strengthening and stretching will be accompanied by breathwork and mindful movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

This program is offered in English.

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How to Cope with Hearing Loss

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Healdsburg Mini Library at the Community Center at Healdsburg Regional Library
Program Type:
English, Equity & Inclusion, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Senior, All Ages
Details:

If you or a loved one is experiencing hearing loss, this program presented by the Hearing Loss Association of America is for you. Tips and techniques for living with this condition...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Mini Library at the Community Center
Age Group: Adult, Senior, All Ages
Program Type: English, Equity & Inclusion, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Details:

If you or a loved one is experiencing hearing loss, this program presented by the Hearing Loss Association of America is for you.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

This program is offered in English.

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Crafting with Creativebug: Image Transfers on Wood

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Roseland Meeting Room at Roseland Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, English
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Learn how to transfer printed images onto wood to create a unique art piece. All materials provided.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Roseland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Music, English
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

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.

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2025 Vision Boards

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Children's Area at Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, English
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

A Vision Board is a visual tool used to help clarify and maintain focus on specific goals. It consists of a collage of images, words, and phrases representing the things you want t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Music, English
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Details:

A Vision Board is a visual tool used to help clarify and maintain focus on specific goals. It consists of a collage of images, words, and phrases representing the things you want to achieve or attract into your life.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Harp Concert

Harp Through the Ages with Cornelia Van Aken

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Petaluma Mini Library at Petaluma Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Enjoy the musical stylings of Cornelia Van Aken on the harp as you browse at the library. 

Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Petaluma Mini Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Music
Details:

Enjoy the musical stylings of Cornelia Van Aken on the harp as you browse at the library. 

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga with Lavender Lotus Yoga

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cloverdale Meeting Room at Cloverdale Regional Library
Program Type:
English, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Maintain and regain mobility in this gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair. Gentle strengthening and stretching will be accompanied by breathwork and mindf...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: English, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Details:

Maintain and regain mobility in this gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair. Gentle strengthening and stretching will be accompanied by breathwork and mindful movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

This program is offered in English.

Sound Studios graphic of a mic, laptops, and recording equipment.

Sound Studio Basics

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30pm
E Street Sound Studio (Central) at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
E Street Camera Library, Sound Studios, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Get started recording a song, podcast, or story using GarageBand. Learn the basics of how to use the hardware and software in the sound studio.  Advanced registration requi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: E Street Sound Studio (Central)
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: E Street Camera Library, Sound Studios, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Get started recording a song, podcast, or story using GarageBand. Learn the basics of how to use the hardware and software in the sound studio. 

Advanced registration required. Maximum of 3 participants.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

health and wellness

CalFresh Application Assistance

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

The Redwood Empire Food Bank will be at Northwest Santa Rosa Library to assist people with CalFresh applications from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. CalFresh is a nutrition assistance program...

Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Details:

The Redwood Empire Food Bank will be at Northwest Santa Rosa Library to assist people with CalFresh applications from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.

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Sonoma Valley FOL Classics Book Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sonoma Valley Meeting Room at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

The Friends of the Sonoma Valley Library invite you to join their Classics Book Discussion Group.  The group will meet at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on the second Tues...

Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Details:

The Friends of the Sonoma Valley Library invite you to join their Classics Book Discussion Group.  The group will meet at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on the second Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3 PM.  The first meeting on Septe

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

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Windsor Tuesday Book Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Windsor Meeting Room at Windsor Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Meets the second Tuesday of the month from 2-3 pm. Print copies are available in the branch a month before the discussion. Please call or email the library with any questions. ...

Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, English
Details:

Meets the second Tuesday of the month from 2-3 pm.

Print copies are available in the branch a month before the discussion. Please call or email the library with any questions.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

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Central Santa Rosa Book Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM as we discuss a different contemporary novel or nonfiction work. Print copies are available in the branch. Feel free to ca...

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs
Details:

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM as we discuss a different contemporary novel or nonfiction work.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

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Cloverdale Library Book Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cloverdale Meeting Room at Cloverdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM for tea and friendly conversation!Print Copies are available in the branch a month in advance. 2025 Book Club Sched...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, English
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM for tea and friendly conversation!

Print Copies are available in the branch a month in advance.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

This program is offered in English.

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Intercambio: English/Spanish language learning

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Guerneville Meeting Room at Guerneville Regional Library
Program Type:
ESL & Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

English and Spanish speakers work together to teach each other their first languages. You do not need to register for this language learning group. 

Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Room: Guerneville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: ESL & Language Learning
Details:

English and Spanish speakers work together to teach each other their first languages. You do not need to register for this language learning group. 

Learn to Knit!

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Windsor Meeting Room at Windsor Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Enrichment, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Learn to knit basic stitches to make fun and useful projects. Needles and yarn are supplied. Sessions include a simple pattern for you to keep and practice on. Space is limit...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Enrichment, STEAM & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Details:

Learn to knit basic stitches to make fun and useful projects.

Needles and yarn are supplied. Sessions include a simple pattern for you to keep and practice on.

Space is limited to 10 people. Please register.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required