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This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Create A Digital Story

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Board Room 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:

What is a digital story? A digital story is a narrated slideshow or movie that you voice over with your own personal story or poem. Bring a flash drive or email yourself 10-20 phot...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Board Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: E Street Camera Library, Sound Studios, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:

What is a digital story? A digital story is a narrated slideshow or movie that you voice over with your own personal story or poem.

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 event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Drop-in Teen Volunteer Hour

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Co...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come and earn one or two hours of volunteer service!

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 event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Game On! for Teens

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Equity & Inclusion, Games & Gaming, Library & Community, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Play games, hang out, eat snacks, and have fun! Join other teens to play games for the Nintendo Switch.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Enrichment, Equity & Inclusion, Games & Gaming, Library & Community, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Details:

Play games, hang out, eat snacks, and have fun! Join other teens to play games for the Nintendo Switch.

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 event is in the "Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual Babytime (English/Spanish)

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Spanish, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Sing and play with your baby in Spanish and English. This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Bilingual, Spanish, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Details:

Sing and play with your baby in Spanish and English. This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Unattended Children Policy

Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Solve the Mystery Book Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, English
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Print Copies will be available in the branch a month before the discussion. Please call or email the Library with any questions. 2024 Schedule January 18 - Talent...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, English
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Details:

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


2024 Schedule

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Reference Desk (Central) at Central Santa Rosa 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 Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thu...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Reference Desk (Central)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Reference Desk (Central) at Central Santa Rosa 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 Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thu...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Reference Desk (Central)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Drop-in Teen Volunteer Hour

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Thursday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 3:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Thursday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 3:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come and earn one or two hours of volunteer service!

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 event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Lego & Build Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Join us at Lego & Build Club for hands on engineering, problem solving exercises, and play using age-appropriate materials. Younger siblings are welcome to attend and use our c...

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: STEAM & Maker
Details:

Join us at Lego & Build Club for hands on engineering, problem solving exercises, and play using age-appropriate materials. Younger siblings are welcome to attend and use our collection of Duplo bricks.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children Policy

Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Commission Special Meeting

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Board Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Library & Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

The Sonoma County Library Commission is an 11-person body responsible for governing the library. Commissioners are appointed by the cities in Sonoma County and the county Board of ...

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library & Community
Details:

The Sonoma County Library Commission is an 11-person body responsible for governing the library. Commissioners are appointed by the cities in Sonoma County and the county Board of Supervisors.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Read to a Dog

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Room (Central) at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Come and read aloud to the dogs of the Humane Society of Sonoma County. These well-trained dogs love to listen to stories! Children build confidence in their reading skills by read...

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Children's Room (Central)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment, Library & Community
Details:

Come and read aloud to the dogs of the Humane Society of Sonoma County. These well-trained dogs love to listen to stories! Children build confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud in a safe space. 

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Sound Studio Basics

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)" group.

Little Artist’s First 100 Words Story Hour

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Author Events
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Join children’s author Tenisha Bernal to explore little artists’ first words through interactive reading and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 0-6.

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Author Events
Details:

Join children’s author Tenisha Bernal to explore little artists’ first words through interactive reading and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 0-6.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children Policy

Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Drop-In Camera Help

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Documentaries & Movies, E Street Camera Library, Enrichment, Sound Studios, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Stop by and learn the basics of how to check out and use the camera library, how to operate a Canon T7i DSLR, camera, or just ask any questions you have about audio and video. A...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Documentaries & Movies, E Street Camera Library, Enrichment, Sound Studios, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Stop by and learn the basics of how to check out and use the camera library, how to operate a Canon T7i DSLR, camera, or just ask any questions you have about audio and video.

Ask questions, get tips, learn something new!

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.

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Read, sing, play, move and learn! Open to all families with toddlers 18-36 months. Registration is not required, but feel free to register to receive an email reminder before each ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Details:

Read, sing, play, move and learn! Open to all families with toddlers 18-36 months. Registration is not required, but feel free to register to receive an email reminder before each session.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Teen Cards & Bookmarks for Ceres Community Project

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Create cards and bookmarks to accompany meal deliveries. Ceres Community Project provides delicious and medically tailored meals for those facing serious illnesses. All materials p...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

Create cards and bookmarks to accompany meal deliveries. Ceres Community Project provides delicious and medically tailored meals for those facing serious illnesses. All materials provided. Grades 7-12.

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 event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Drop-in Teen Volunteer Hour

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Co...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come and earn one or two hours of volunteer service!

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 event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Paper Crafts for Teens

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Create cards, bookmarks and other paper crafts! All materials provided. Grades 7-12.

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Library & Community
Details:

Create cards, bookmarks and other paper crafts! All materials provided. Grades 7-12.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

**E Street Studios Media Maker Meetup (In-Person)**

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Board Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Documentaries & Movies, E Street Camera Library, Enrichment, Sound Studios, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Connect with other videographers, photographers, podcasters, designers, sound artists, and others who are making media or are curious about making media. The last Wednesday of e...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Board Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Documentaries & Movies, E Street Camera Library, Enrichment, Sound Studios, Technology & Computers
Details:

Connect with other videographers, photographers, podcasters, designers, sound artists, and others who are making media or are curious about making media.

The last Wednesday of every month from 6-7pm.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual Babytime (English/Spanish)

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Spanish, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Sing and play with your baby in Spanish and English. This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Bilingual, Spanish, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Details:

Sing and play with your baby in Spanish and English. This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Unattended Children Policy

Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Reference Desk (Central) at Central Santa Rosa 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 Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thu...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Reference Desk (Central)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Reference Desk (Central) at Central Santa Rosa 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 Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Reference Desk (Central)
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 Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Drop-in Teen Volunteer Hour

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Thursday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 3:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Thursday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 3:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come and earn one or two hours of volunteer service!

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 event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Lego & Build Club

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Join us at Lego & Build Club for hands on engineering, problem solving exercises, and play using age-appropriate materials. Younger siblings are welcome to attend and use our c...

Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: STEAM & Maker
Details:

Join us at Lego & Build Club for hands on engineering, problem solving exercises, and play using age-appropriate materials. Younger siblings are welcome to attend and use our collection of Duplo bricks.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children Policy

Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or childcare provider.