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One-on-One Tech Help

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Sonoma Valley Study Pod at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Meet with a tech savvy staff member to ask your tech questions. This is your opportunity to find answers and learn about a wide variety of things, like how to download library eBoo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Study Pod
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Meet with a tech savvy staff member to ask your tech questions. This is your opportunity to find answers and learn about a wide variety of things, like how to download library eBooks or watch movies on your tablet and more.  

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Sugar Skulls Workshops graphic with calavera skulls

Sugar Skull Workshop for Kids

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Guerneville Meeting Room at Guerneville 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:

Decorate a sugar skull in celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with Elsa Tapia. For kids in grades K-6. Register to save your spot.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Guerneville Regional Library
Room: Guerneville Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

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:

Decorate a sugar skull in celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with Elsa Tapia. For kids in grades K-6. Register to save your spot.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Technology & Computers

One-on-One Tech Help

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Sonoma Valley Study Pod at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
All Ages
Details:

Meet with a tech savvy staff member to ask your tech questions. This is your opportunity to find answers and learn about a wide variety of things, like how to download library eBoo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Study Pod
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Meet with a tech savvy staff member to ask your tech questions. This is your opportunity to find answers and learn about a wide variety of things, like how to download library eBooks or watch movies on your tablet and more.  

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

H&G

One-on-One Genealogy Research Help

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Get assistance from experienced Sonoma County Genealogical Society volunteers every Wednesday and Friday, 1 PM - 3 PM.  Free service - only in person at the Sonoma Cou...

Library Branch: Sonoma County History & Genealogy Library
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Details:

Get assistance from experienced Sonoma County Genealogical Society volunteers every Wednesday and Friday, 1 PM - 3 PM. 

Book Buddies

Book Buddies

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Offsite (Healdsburg) at Healdsburg Regional Library
Program Type:
Books, Literature, & Writing, Enrichment, Library & Community
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Kids and teens fostering a love of reading—together! Book Buddies is for kids in grades K-3 and takes place at the Healdsburg Elementary School Library Learning Commons.  ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Offsite (Healdsburg)
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Books, Literature, & Writing, Enrichment, Library & Community
Details:

Kids and teens fostering a love of reading—together!

Book Buddies is for kids in grades K-3 and takes place at the Healdsburg Elementary School Library Learning Commons. 

Pride unBook Club for Teens

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cloverdale Meeting Room at Cloverdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

A safe and inclusive place for LGBTQIA+ teens (and allies) to connect, de-stress, and talk about books. Snacks, tea and hot chocolate provided!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cloverdale Regional Library
Room: Cloverdale Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Details:

A safe and inclusive place for LGBTQIA+ teens (and allies) to connect, de-stress, and talk about books. Snacks, tea and hot chocolate provided!

Teen Pride Book Club Grades 9-12

Pride Book Club for Teens (9th-12th Grade)

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (Sebastopol) at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, Equity & Inclusion, LGBTQIA+
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Meet with other teens to discuss books centering LGBTQIA+ voices! Free copies of the books will be available at the reference desk. Registration is encouraged but not required. Dro...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Main Reading Room (Sebastopol)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing, Equity & Inclusion, LGBTQIA+
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

Meet with other teens to discuss books centering LGBTQIA+ voices! Free copies of the books will be available at the reference desk. Registration is encouraged but not required. Drop-ins are welcome.

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.

Flyer for class: Paying for College with Scholarships

Paying for College with Scholarships - Workshop #3

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Education & College
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Join scholarships advisor Becca Lippman for three interactive workshops that teach students and parents how to find, apply for, and manage scholarships. For grades 9-12. Pre-r...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Education & College
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Join scholarships advisor Becca Lippman for three interactive workshops that teach students and parents how to find, apply for, and manage scholarships. For grades 9-12. Pre-register to receive a reminder email.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Peanuts Worldwide copyrighted image.

Peanuts on the Go

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Windsor Meeting Room at Windsor Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6)
Details:

Learn about local icon Charles Schulz and Peanuts by learning how to draw Peanuts characters and creating crafts to take home, including a Snoopy puppet and Sno...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Windsor Regional Library
Room: Windsor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Details:

Learn about local icon Charles Schulz and Peanuts by learning how to draw Peanuts characters and creating crafts to take home, including a Snoopy puppet and Snoopy ears. Grades K-2.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Unattended Children Policy

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

UC Master Food Preservers

UC Master Food Preservers: Bountiful Berries

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room at Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library
Program Type:
English, Environment & Sustainability, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Details:

Berries are so delicious and versatile. Make freezer jam without the need for canning.  Learn basic canning techniques to go beyond jam to make conserves, preserves and c...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library
Room: Rohnert Park-Cotati Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: English, Environment & Sustainability, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Details:

Berries are so delicious and versatile.

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

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Curso de Ciudadanía de Estados Unidos / U.S. Citizenship Courses

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Equity & Inclusion, ESL & Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Details:

Únete a la Biblioteca Regional de Sebastopol para una serie gratuita de 14 semanas del Curso de Ciudadanía de Estados Unidos. Este programa bilingüe, que se realizará de 10:30 a 12...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sebastopol Regional Library
Room: Sebastopol Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Program Type: Bilingual, Equity & Inclusion, ESL & Language Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Únete a la Biblioteca Regional de Sebastopol para una serie gratuita de 14 semanas del Curso de Ciudadanía de Estados Unidos.

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 program is offered in Spanish.

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog

Saturday, October 26, 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. 

Photos of five cute dogs.

Read to a Dog

Saturday, October 26, 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. 

Global Goodies

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Roseland Meeting Room at Roseland Regional Library
Program Type:
Enrichment
Age Group:
Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), All Ages
Details:

Discover a new country every month through music, trivia, and the best snacks and candies they have to offer. We provide the treats, you bring a spirit of adventure and curios...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Roseland Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), All Ages
Program Type: Enrichment
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Discover a new country every month through music, trivia, and the best snacks and candies they have to offer. We provide the treats, you bring a spirit of adventure and curiosity about the world! 

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

Technology & Computers

One-on-One Tech Help

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Cloverdale Meeting Room at Cloverdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12)
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, Teens (Grades 7-12)
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.

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Classics You Missed Book Club

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sebastopol Meeting Room at Sebastopol Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books, Literature, & Writing
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Join us for a monthly meeting to read and discuss underrepresented classics and to explore the depth and diversity of classic literature.  Please stop by the Sebastopol Reg...

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

Join us for a monthly meeting to read and discuss underrepresented classics and to explore the depth and diversity of classic literature. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is offered in English.

arts and music

Creation Corner: Cemeterrariums

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Petaluma Mini Library at Petaluma Regional Library
Program Type:
STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Join us for a crafting adventure. Come make a teeny, tiny, miniature cemetery!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Petaluma Regional Library
Room: Petaluma Mini Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: STEAM & Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Join us for a crafting adventure. Come make a teeny, tiny, miniature cemetery!

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

This program is offered in English.

Raizes Collective

Paint Party with Lucero Vargas: A Raizes Workshop

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Meeting Room at Central Santa Rosa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Music, Bilingual, Library & Community
Age Group:
Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12)
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 ...

Details:

Paint your own masterpiece step-by-step with Indigenous artist Lucero Vargas! Inspired by Mexican and Native American culture, Vargas employs a naïve folk-art style to explore ques...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Santa Rosa Library
Room: Central Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

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:

Paint your own masterpiece step-by-step with Indigenous artist Lucero Vargas!

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Required

Raizes Collective

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

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Roseland Meeting Room at Roseland Regional 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: Roseland Regional Library
Room: Roseland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens (Grades 7-12), Senior
Program Type: Arts & Music, Bilingual, Celebrations, Library & Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 24

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.

Halloween party

Halloween Party

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sonoma Valley Meeting Room at Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Program Type:
Celebrations
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Details:

Join us Sunday, October 27th from 2-3pm for a fun hour of crafting, dress up and not-so-spooky fun!   Costumes are encouraged by not required. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sonoma Valley Regional Library
Room: Sonoma Valley Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5), Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Celebrations
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:

Join us Sunday, October 27th from 2-3pm for a fun hour of crafting, dress up and not-so-spooky fun!

 

Costumes are encouraged by not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Advance Registration Encouraged

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

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.

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog

Sunday, October 27, 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. 

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog

Sunday, October 27, 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.

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

Sound Studio Basics

Monday, October 28, 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

Baby Café and Mama Circle

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Healdsburg Mini Library at the Community Center at Healdsburg Regional Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Details:

Join us for tea, sit in circle, and share the joys and struggles of motherhood. All are welcome, pregnancy through postpartum & mothers in all stages. Everyone gets a chance to...

Library Branch: Healdsburg Regional Library
Room: Healdsburg Mini Library at the Community Center
Age Group: Baby - Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Details:

Join us for tea, sit in circle, and share the joys and struggles of motherhood. All are welcome, pregnancy through postpartum & mothers in all stages. Everyone gets a chance to share.