Event List

Learn how to stamp on metal and create pendants, keychains, jewelry, gifts, and more! All materials provided. Register to save your spot. Grades 7-12.

Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program at the Sonoma Valley Library!

This event is for beginning readers. 

Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5:00pm for fun family evening storytime (for ages 0-7)

(Pajamas encouraged but optional)

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM as we discuss a different contemporary novel or nonfiction work.

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM for tea and friendly conversation!

Print Copies are available in the branch a month in advance.

Learn to knit basic stitches to make fun and useful projects.

Needles and yarn are supplied. Sessions include a simple pattern for you to keep and practice on.

Space is limited to 10 people. Please register.

Join the Children's Librarian and community families in the forum room for stories, rhymes, songs, games and simple crafts. Be prepared to wiggle, learn and have fun!

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.

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!

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.

Teen Knitting Club (Grades 7-12)

Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm

Make a mini yarn-wrapped rainbow keychain to show your pride! All materials provided. 

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 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.

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+

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. 

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.