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Friends of Sebastopol Library Book Sale $5 / Bag Day

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Sales & Fundraising
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Sales & Fundraising
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

José-Luis Orozco Bilingual Music

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Rincon Valley Meeting Room at Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Celebrating Latin American Roots:

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual ...

Details:

Enjoy Spanish bilingual music that will have kids singing, dancing, and clapping along!

Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations

Celebrating Latin American Roots

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual and all-ages activities!
Learn more: sonomalibrary.org/celebra-en

Details:

Enjoy Spanish bilingual music that will have kids singing, dancing, and clapping along!

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

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

 

Unattended Children Policy

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

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

Family Gardening Workshop

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Reading Room (Sebastopol) at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Environment & Sustainability
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Details:

Join permaculture teacher Oscar as we learn about gardening all year long while creating a beautiful and delicious library landscape.

Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Main Reading Room (Sebastopol)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Program Type: Environment & Sustainability
Details:

Join permaculture teacher Oscar as we learn about gardening all year long while creating a beautiful and delicious library landscape.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

This program is offered in Spanish.

This event is in the "Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Family is a Rainbow Storytime

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northwest Children's Area at Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Equity & Inclusion, LGBTQIA+, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Join us for a special storytime celebrating the importance of family, diversity, and community. Parents, caregivers, and guardians are welcome to bring their children for an hour o...

Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Bilingual, Equity & Inclusion, LGBTQIA+, Storytime
Details:

Join us for a special storytime celebrating the importance of family, diversity, and community. Parents, caregivers, and guardians are welcome to bring their children for an hour of stories, crafts, and exploring what it means to be a family.

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 "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Read to a Dog

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Books, Literature, & Writing
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Practice reading with a 4PAWS certified therapy dog to improve reading skills and confidence.  This program is intended for beginning readers in grades K-6.  This i...

Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Books, Literature, & Writing
Details:

Practice reading with a 4PAWS certified therapy dog to improve reading skills and confidence. 

This program is intended for beginning readers in grades K-6. 

This is an In-Person event. 

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

Read to a Dog

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Healdsburg Mini Library at the Community Center at Healdsburg Regional Library
Program Type:
Books, Literature, & Writing
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

This program is intended for beginning readers.  Practice reading with a 4PAWS certified therapy dog to improve reading skills and confidence.  This is an In-Person...

Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Mini Library at the Community Center
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Books, Literature, & Writing
Details:

This program is intended for beginning readers. 

Practice reading with a 4PAWS certified therapy dog to improve reading skills and confidence. 

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

Universal Yums! Snack Club for Teens

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Petaluma Mini Library at Petaluma Regional Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Library & Community
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

This teen program is all about snacks! Every month we will try new snacks from around the globe from Universal Yums! Come eat and chill. Note: You can arrive 30 minutes early to...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Petaluma Mini Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

This teen program is all about snacks! Every month we will try new snacks from around the globe from Universal Yums! Come eat and chill.

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 "Adult" group.

Scanning Station - Playback Memory Lab

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Playback Memory Lab, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Register for a 3-hour appointment to digitize your documents and photos, slides and negatives. Appointments are available Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 1-4pm. Limited ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Playback Memory Lab, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Register for a 3-hour appointment to digitize your documents and photos, slides and negatives.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

VHS Station - Playback Memory Lab

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Playback Memory Lab, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Register for up to 3 hours to DIY-digitize your VHS tapes. Appointments are available Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 1-4pm, by reservation. Limited to 1 station per day...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Playback Memory Lab, STEAM & Maker, Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Register for up to 3 hours to DIY-digitize your VHS tapes.

Appointments are available Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 1-4pm, by reservation. Limited to 1 station per day, one appointment per week, per library card holder.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

One-on-One Tech Help

Saturday, September 21, 2024 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...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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

José-Luis Orozco Bilingual Music at Herzog Hall

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite (Petaluma) at Petaluma Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Celebrating Latin American Roots:

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual ...

Details:

Enjoy Spanish bilingual music that will have kids singing, dancing, and clapping along!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Offsite (Petaluma)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations

Celebrating Latin American Roots

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual and all-ages activities!
Learn more: sonomalibrary.org/celebra-en

Details:

Enjoy Spanish bilingual music that will have kids singing, dancing, and clapping along!

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

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

 

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.

Cricut Crafting: 3D Floral Shadow Boxes

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Sonoma Valley Meeting Room at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Make an intricate floral shadow box using 3D flowers that you hand roll yourself! This shadow box can be adapted in so many ways with different colors of flowers and you can e...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Make an intricate floral shadow box using 3D flowers that you hand roll yourself! This shadow box can be adapted in so many ways with different colors of flowers and you can even make it a picture frame!

All materials provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Kits limited availability

Kits are available on a first come, first served basis. While supplies last. Limit one per patron.

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

Flor de Calabaza Quesadillas Workshop

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Windsor Meeting Room at Windsor Regional Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Celebrations, Enrichment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Celebrating Latin American Roots:

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual ...

Details:

Learn how to use colorful squash blossoms—flor de calabaza—to add delicate flavor to a traditional Mexican dish. Recommended for ages 13 and up! Salome Arenas-Ramirez has been c...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Bilingual, Celebrations, Enrichment, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Celebrating Latin American Roots

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual and all-ages activities!
Learn more: sonomalibrary.org/celebra-en

Details:

Learn how to use colorful squash blossoms—flor de calabaza—to add delicate flavor to a traditional Mexican dish. Recommended for ages 13 and up!

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Spanish with English Translation

This event is in Spanish with an English interpreter.

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

Screen Printing as a Tool for Activism with Martin Zuñiga: A Raizes Workshop

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Children's Area at Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations, Library & Community
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Celebrating Latin American Roots:

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual ...

Details:

Become a printmaker in this hands-on workshop with Martin Zuñiga! A sculptor, visual artist, and tireless advocate for the arts in Santa Rosa, Zuñiga will teach you how to create y...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Celebrating Latin American Roots

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual and all-ages activities!
Learn more: sonomalibrary.org/celebra-en

Details:

Become a printmaker in this hands-on workshop with Martin Zuñiga! A sculptor, visual artist, and tireless advocate for the arts in Santa Rosa, Zuñiga will teach you how to create your own print to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Room Capacity

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

 

Kits limited availability

Kits are available on a first come, first served basis. While supplies last. Limit one per patron.

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

Author Talk: A Deep Dive in Character Development with Liane Moriarty

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Author Events, Books, Literature, & Writing, Virtual
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/56383/register  A modern-day Jane Austen who humorously skewers social mores while spinning a web of mystery, Li...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Author Events, Books, Literature, & Writing, Virtual

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.

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

Crafting with CreativeBug: Print Making

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Roseland Meeting Room at Roseland Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, English
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Collagraphy is a printmaking process in which textured materials are collaged onto a rigid printing plate. When ink is applied to various textures, you'll see an array of interesti...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Roseland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, English
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Collagraphy is a printmaking process in which textured materials are collaged onto a rigid printing plate. When ink is applied to various textures, you'll see an array of interesting tones and shapes on your prints.

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 "Adult" group.

Metal Wall Sculpture Workshop

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Guerneville Meeting Room at Guerneville Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Make your own unique wall sculpture made from copper sheet metal shapes. All materials provided and no experience necessary. Paid for by the River Friends of the Library. Led by Me...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Room: Guerneville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Make your own unique wall sculpture made from copper sheet metal shapes. All materials provided and no experience necessary. Paid for by the River Friends of the Library. Led by Mel McCallum, Library Staff and metal artist.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

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

Beneath A Tree - Baroque To Folk Music

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room at Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Enjoy a selection of Latin American baroque music with Gail Hernández Rosa and Daniel Turkos as they explore the interrelationships between composed and traditional folk music.

Library Branch: Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library
Room: Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual
Details:

Enjoy a selection of Latin American baroque music with Gail Hernández Rosa and Daniel Turkos as they explore the interrelationships between composed and traditional folk music.

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

Charged Particles Jazz Trio

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Children's Area at Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Enjoy this trio's funky Latin jazz repertoire, blending in elements of classical music, complex orchestration, and freewheeling improvisation. Please welcome: Greg Sankovich ...

Library Branch: Northwest Santa Rosa Library
Room: Northwest Children's Area
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music
Details:

Enjoy this trio's funky Latin jazz repertoire, blending in elements of classical music, complex orchestration, and freewheeling improvisation.

Please welcome:

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

José-Luis Orozco Bilingual Music

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sonoma Valley Meeting Room at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Celebrating Latin American Roots:

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual ...

Details:

Enjoy Spanish bilingual music that will have kids singing, dancing, and clapping along!

Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations

Celebrating Latin American Roots

Join us in celebrating Latin American roots during National Hispanic Heritage Month—and beyond! Check out our recommended books, movies, music, and free events—including bilingual and all-ages activities!
Learn more: sonomalibrary.org/celebra-en

Details:

Enjoy Spanish bilingual music that will have kids singing, dancing, and clapping along!

Disclaimer(s)

Room Capacity

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

 

Unattended Children Policy

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

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 (Petaluma) at Petaluma Regional Library
Program Type:
Enrichment
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

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.  Children bu...

Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Children's Room (Petaluma)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Enrichment
Details:

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. 

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.

Your Energy Efficient and Resilient Home

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rincon Valley Meeting Room at Rincon Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
English, Environment & Sustainability, Library & Community
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Saving Energy at Home – a free workshop What uses the most energy in your home?  What repairs or upgrades around the house will make the biggest impact on your energy bills...

Library Branch: Rincon Valley Regional Library
Room: Rincon Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: English, Environment & Sustainability, Library & Community
Details:

Saving Energy at Home – a free workshop

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 "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