Event List

Learn about healthy drink choices and try water flavored with fresh fruits and herbs. 

Decorate a new metal water bottle with stickers. All materials provided, while supplies last.

Grades K-12

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.

Children build confidence in their reading skills by reading aloud in a safe space.

Edit your movies and video clips using iMovie. Learn how to select, add, move, and trim clips as well as other topics based on time and the interest of the group.

This class can be repeated multiple times.

Join us for The Mitchells vs. The Machines, where a quirky family’s road trip turns into a mission to save the world from a robot uprising. Packed with laughs and heart, this animated adventure is perfect for all ages.

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.

Supplies provided!

NAHEM will host an informational table, connect with community, and share information regarding free mentorship and free educational support services.

First Chapter Book Club

Read along with a children's librarian and take home a free book every month! Snacks provided. Free! For grades 1-3.

Every 2nd Wednesday, 4:00-4:30 pm.

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

Go on a wild adventure with rescued animals! Meet amazing creatures, from alligators to kangaroo joeys. Animals rotate at each location, offering a new learning experience with every visit. 

For grades K-6.

Make a mini yarn-wrapped rainbow keychain to show your pride! All materials provided. We will meet at The Phoenix Theater, 201 Washington Street.

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

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.

Queer Book Club meets virtually on the second Wednesday of the month!

Join the Joe Mesics' Literary Canon book group.

To request print copies of the book please reach out to Whitney Hopkins at whopkins@sonomalibrary.org or call (707) 433-3772.

Celebrate Pride and learn how to tie-dye! All materials provided, or bring a 100% cotton piece to dye. Wear clothing you don’t mind getting stained. 13+

Celebrate Pride and learn how to tie-dye! All materials provided, or bring a 100% cotton piece to dye. Wear clothing you don’t mind getting stained. 18+

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.

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at the Petaluma Senior Center. 

Join us for Family Storytime in a Petaluma Park! Learn and practice early literacy skills with books, music and movement! This program is intended for toddlers and their caregivers.

Storytime will be held in a different park each week:

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

Join Mr. John as he does Storytime for children at the Cloverdale Regional Library. There will be stories, music, singing, movement, and more!