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Author Talk with Nina Simon

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Author Events, English, Virtual
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/46904/register You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Author Events, English, Virtual
Details:

Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/46904/register

Disclaimer(s)

Author Talks - Advance Registration Required

View the full list of upcoming Author Talks and watch previous Talks visit: libraryc.org/sonomalibrary. 

Zoom link sent upon completion of registration.

The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Sonoma County Library.

Photo of the show puppet and Magical Moonshine's logo.

Magical Moonshine Theatre: The Golden Armadillo

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room at Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual, Enrichment
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Set in old Mexico, "The Golden Armadillo" tells the tale of the Mayor's daughter who never smiled...that is until she saw the most amazing and hilarious sight! This interactive ...

Library Branch: Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Room: Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Enrichment
Details:

Set in old Mexico, "The Golden Armadillo" tells the tale of the Mayor's daughter who never smiled...that is until she saw the most amazing and hilarious sight!

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first come first serve basis. 

 

Unattended Children Policy

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

Teen Knitting Club at Sebastopol Library

Teen Knitting Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Teen Knitting Club (Grades 7-12) Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm Join us as a beginner or an experienced knitter who wants to learn new techniques, make new friends, and help other stud...

Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music
Details:

Teen Knitting Club (Grades 7-12)

Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

library and community

Drop-in Teen Volunteer Hour

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Board Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Careers & Workforce Development, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Do you need volunteer hours? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hour from 4:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers can assist with various library tasks. 

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

Do you need volunteer hours? Every Wednesday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hour from 4:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers can assist with various library tasks. 

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Graphic of bookmarks and cards.

Cards & Bookmarks for Ceres Community Project

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
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...

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

Drawing of the Bus driving down a street. Reads: Books, Wi-Fi, and more on board.

BiblioBus at Harvest Grove Apartments

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
BiblioBus
Program Type:
BiblioBus
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at Harvest Grove Apartments.  Sign up for a library card! Access FREE Wi-Fi! Checkou...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: BiblioBus
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: BiblioBus
Details:

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at Harvest Grove Apartments. 

Disclaimer(s)

Weather and Air Quality

Weather and Air Quality may result in postponement.

book cover

Virtual Queer Book Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English, LGBTQIA+, Library & Community, 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+, Library & Community, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Canon Book Group

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Healdsburg Meeting Room at Healdsburg Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, Enrichment
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Join the Joe Mesics' Literary Canon book group to discuss The I Ching, also known as The Book of Changes. To request print copies of the book please reach out to Megan Jones at ...

Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, Enrichment
Details:

Join the Joe Mesics' Literary Canon book group to discuss The I Ching, also known as The Book of Changes.

enrichment

Sewing in Community

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Adult, Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

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. ...

Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Enrichment, Library & Community
Details:

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.

Intercambio: English & Spanish Learning Group

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Guerneville Meeting Room at Guerneville Regional Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Bilingual, ESL & Language Learning, Spanish
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

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 ...

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

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.

Guerneville Library Advisory Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Guerneville Regional Library
Program Type:
Library & Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Details 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...

Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library & Community
Details:

Details

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.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult
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 a Sonoma Valley Reference staff for one-on-one assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Image: photograph of Erika Thibault

Meet the Director

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Northwest Children's Area at Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Library & Community
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Stop by for a casual conversation and get to know your Sonoma County Library Director, Erika Thibault. Spanish interpretation available.

Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library & Community
Details:

Stop by for a casual conversation and get to know your Sonoma County Library Director, Erika Thibault.

Spanish interpretation available.

Disclaimer(s)

English with Spanish Translation

This event is in English with a Spanish interpreter.

Baby Time

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Windsor Meeting Room at Windsor Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Sing, bounce, tickle, and play with baby at the Windsor Regional Library! This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers. 

Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Sing, bounce, tickle, and play with baby at the Windsor Regional Library! This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers. 

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first come first serve basis. 

 

This program is offered in English.

storytime

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room at Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Join us for Baby & Toddler Storytime! We will have stories, songs, movement, and fun! Baby & Toddler Storytime is a language-rich educational program for children ages 0...

Library Branch: Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library
Room: Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Join us for Baby & Toddler Storytime! We will have stories, songs, movement, and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

storytime

Babytime

Thursday, May 9, 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:

Sing, bounce, tickle, and play with baby at the Central Santa Rosa Library! 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: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Details:

Sing, bounce, tickle, and play with baby at the Central Santa Rosa Library! This program is intended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their parents and caregivers.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult
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 a Sonoma Valley Reference staff for one-on-one assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Stay & Play Café

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Rincon Valley Meeting Room at Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Come to Stay & Play Café! Explore our toys, costumes, and discovery centers!  Let's build community through playful learning experiences, snacks for kids, and coffee...

Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Enrichment, Storytime
Details:

Come to Stay & Play Café!

Explore our toys, costumes, and discovery centers! 

Let's build community through playful learning experiences, snacks for kids, and coffee & tea for grownups.

Free! 

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first come first serve basis. 

 

Unattended Children Policy

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

This program is offered in English.

Graphic of little blue monster snowboarding.

Create and Build: Thursday fun days

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
Children's Area (Roseland) at Roseland Regional Library
Program Type:
Enrichment, Equity & Inclusion, Spanish, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Details:

Jueves de juegos ¡Únete con nosotros cada jueves para jugar en familia! Este programa sin cita ofrecerá nuevos juegos, materiales de arte, y desafíos para alentar a los niños a ...

Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Children's Area (Roseland)
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Program Type: Enrichment, Equity & Inclusion, Spanish, STEAM & Maker
Details:

Jueves de juegos

¡Únete con nosotros cada jueves para jugar en familia! Este programa sin cita ofrecerá nuevos juegos, materiales de arte, y desafíos para alentar a los niños a explorar y descubrir. Este es un evento inclusivo.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in Spanish.

Spanish with English Translation

This event is in Spanish with an English interpreter.

storytime

Family Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Sonoma Valley Meeting Room at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library! Be ready to read, sing, dance, and play with your child!  Storytime is from 11-11:30. Stay and play...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library!

Be ready to read, sing, dance, and play with your child! 

Storytime is from 11-11:30.

Stay and play with other families from 11:30-noon!

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first come first serve basis. 

 

Unattended Children Policy

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

This program is offered in English.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult
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 a Sonoma Valley Reference staff for one-on-one assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

David Chang Tai Chi

Tai Chi with David Chung

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Learn the ancient Asian exercise form to promote balance, relaxation, motion, health, harmony, stability, and inner power.   David Chung teaches Tai Chi for the Redwoo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Windsor Meeting Room at Windsor Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

This storytime is designed for toddlers ages 1-3. We will sing, read and play together. Storytime is followed by 'Stay and Play' where children can play together with a range of de...

Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

This storytime is designed for toddlers ages 1-3. We will sing, read and play together. Storytime is followed by 'Stay and Play' where children can play together with a range of developmentally appropriate toys.

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

If the room meets maximum capacity, we will admit entrance on a first come first serve basis. 

 

This program is offered in English.

One-on-One Tech Help

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Adult
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 a Sonoma Valley Reference staff for one-on-one assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required