Week Calendar

Do you have questions about basic computer skills, digital library resources, email, internet basics, basic computer troubleshooting, or other technology-related issues?  Come to Northwest and a library staff member will assist you!

Sonoma County Library is pleased to host "Lawyers in the Library," a program providing free legal information and referrals.

Come to “Stay and Play!”

Explore our toys, puzzles, building blocks and more!

Through play, children learn about their world. With this knowledge, they can understand books and stories once they begin to read!

Join us at Petaluma Regional Library for Toddler Time! Learn and practice early literacy skills with books, music and movement! This program is intended for toddlers and their caregivers.  Stay and play after!

Join us at the Central Santa Rosa Library for Baby Time! We'll read, sing, bounce, tickle, and play music. This program is intended for babies, ages 0 to 18 months, and their caregivers.

Join us at the Central Santa Rosa Library for Baby Time! We'll read, sing, bounce, tickle, and play music. This program is intended for babies, ages 0 to 18 months, and their caregivers.

Mr. John returns to Cloverdale Library to present Family Storytime. Children will listen to stories, dance, sing, and play their way into literacy activities. Join us weekly for Storytime fun!

Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will help you with your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.  They will be at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on Fridays February 24, March 10, March 24, and April 7. 

Join us for Bilingual Stories in English and Spanish for children ages 0-5.

In the Children's Room at Northwest Library.

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Join Children’s Librarian Amanda for in-person storytimes in the Rincon Valley Library forum room.  We will model the early literacy practices of talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing that will help your child get ready to read.&nbs

Brought to you by the Master Gardeners of Sonoma County and the Sonoma County Library.

Explore the new Sonoma County Library BiblioBus!

Join us for a fun family bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime. Books, music, movement and a craft!

This program will be held inside the library. 

Part 3:  Beginning Calligraphy: White Ink on Black Paper

Join Rhian Miller from KRCB for a 5-day workshop series focused on podcasting basics for kids and teens. Participants will learn storytelling principles, interview techniques, basic recording, editing principles, and more.

Quédate y juega (edades 0-6)

Ven a "Quédate y juega" ¡Explora nuestros juguetes, rompecabezas, bloques de construcción y más!

This program is presented in Spanish.

Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for engaging and lively conversation!

The book discussion will be in a "hybrid" format: you may join via Zoom or in-person at the library.

Join Rhian Miller from KRCB for a 5-day workshop series focused on podcasting basics for kids and teens. Participants will learn storytelling principles, interview techniques, basic recording, editing principles, and more.

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Rincon Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Tuesday, between 11:30am-12:00pm.

Join the Children's Librarian and other families in our cozy Children's reading area for stories, rhymes, songs and simple crafts. Be prepared to wiggle, learn and have some fun!

Please REGISTER NOW for:

March Let’s Talk English Conversation Classes on WEDNESDAYS 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

First Class Meets: March 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Rhian Miller from KRCB for a 5-day workshop series focused on podcasting basics for kids and teens. Participants will learn storytelling principles, interview techniques, basic recording, editing principles, and more.

Welcome to Family Storytime at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library!

We welcome families with young children back to in-person storytime to read, move, and learn together.

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

This storytime is designed for children ages 0 to 5. We will sing, dance, make music and read together. Join us!

Northwest Library’s fiber arts club, "The Yarn Experience", continues into the spring with expanded hours!  Starting in February we will be offering parallel sessions every Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm and every Thursday 11:00am-12

Join Rhian Miller from KRCB for a 5-day workshop series focused on podcasting basics for kids and teens. Participants will learn storytelling principles, interview techniques, basic recording, editing principles, and more.

Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will help you with your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.  They will be at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on Fridays February 24, March 10, March 24, and April 7. 

Join Rhian Miller from KRCB for a 5-day workshop series focused on podcasting basics for kids and teens. Participants will learn storytelling principles, interview techniques, basic recording, editing principles, and more.

Meet live insect eating bats! Learn all about insect eating bats and meet 3 species of native bats. We will talk about adaptations and characteristics of each bat. For kids in grades K-8.

As the Bay Area’s premier female artist in Traditional/Contemporary Hawaiian music, Faith Ako has graced the west coast with her powerful voice, charismatic personality and passion for Hawaiian music for over two decades.

Children and their families are invited to a special interactive story reading with local children’s author Maria Alondra Jasso.

Expedition Palau

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 event. 

Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will help you with your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.  They will be at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on Fridays February 24, March 10, March 24, and April 7. 

The Soaring Minds Club is a student-led club from Analy High school that will go to the Sebastopol library every 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month, from 12:30pm-1:30pm, to work on arts and crafts activities with kids.

Meet live insect eating bats! Learn all about about insect eating bats and meet 3 species of native bats. We will talk about adaptations and characteristics of each bat. For kids in grades K-8.

Welcome to the Sunday Tea Book Club! Join us on the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 PM for tea and friendly conversation!

Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/24715/register 

Visit Sebastopol Library on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for Social Service Day, where organizations come to you in one place to better support community needs.

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.

All ages welcome!

No experienced necessary.

Limited boards available - bring an extra if you have one!

Please REGISTER NOW for:

March Let’s Talk English Conversation Classes on THURSDAYS 1:00 – 2:30 pm

First Class Meets: March 2, 2023 at 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Volunteer tax preparers from the AARP Foundation will help you with your taxes as part of their free Tax-Aide program.  They will be at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on Fridays February 24, March 10, March 24, and April 7. 

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.

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.

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

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. 

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.

Join us every Sunday for Pokemon Club! (for ages 10-17)

1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month will be dedicated to learning how to play and casual games.

4th Sundays of the month will be dedicated to Tournaments.

Join us us for Tween Computer Lounge, where young people use computers and  game consoles to play Roblox, Nintendo Switch games, and  X-Box games. 

Join local instructor Elsa Tapia for bilingual family craft time at the library. Children will paint empty cantaritos, while parents make paper flowers! All materials provided. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Free!

Join us us for Tween Computer Lounge, where young people use computers and  game consoles to play Roblox, Nintendo Switch games, and  X-Box games. 

A fun event for players of the Pokémon trading card game! Beginner-friendly, free and open to the public. The library has a limited number of battle decks and play mats for those who need them. Snacks provided.

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. 

Teen Anime Club  (for Teens)

Come join other Anime fans every 4th Wednesday of the month at 2:30-4pm!

Come meet other Teens who enjoy watching Anime and discussing Manga.

No Homework Help at Northwest Library today due to Spring Break Week in Santa Rosa School District.

We will resume next Wednesday, March 29.

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Math for Fun and Reading for Fun are programs that encourage 1st through 4th grade students to come play games, make art, engage in theatre and mostly having fun while also supporting the learning that parents know is essential.

The Sonoma Valley Regional Library's "Sonoma Reads!

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be at Windsor Senior Center temporary location at Bluebird Center from 2:45pm-3:45pm.

Come visit the Cloverdale Library and construct a creation with Legos! We have numerous Lego pieces to choose from, and we have bases that allow you to use your imagination to create your own scene with these wonderful blocks and pieces.

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.

Asociación del Alzheimer – Entender el Alzheimer y la Demencia

As the Bay Area’s premier female artist in Traditional/Contemporary Hawaiian music, Faith Ako has graced the west coast with her powerful voice, charismatic personality and passion for Hawaiian music for over two decades.

Expedition Palau

Come paint your own stylized picture frame, taught by Oaxacan artist Irma Rodriguez. Participants will experiment with special techniques that are used in making Alebrijes. All materials provided. For teens in grades 7-12.

This event is for beginning readers. 

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

Join us at Petaluma Regional Library for Baby Time! We'll read, sing, bounce, tickle, and play music. This program is intended for babies and their caregivers.

Create a mini-puddling station to support butterflies! All materials provided. Registration is required. For kids in grades K-6.

Join us for hands on engineering, problem solving and play using building bricks (ex: Legos, Duplos, KEVA Planks) on the first and third Tuesday of every month.  

Come join other anime fans every 4th Wednesday of the month at 3-4pm!

Eat snacks, talk about anime and manga, and watch an episode!

Watch Anime after school. Vote to choose future viewing options. Snacks provided while supplies last.

Teens and tweens can drop in between 3:00-4:30 pm every 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of the month for gaming! Board games and video games are available as options to choose from.

Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program

This event is for beginning readers to build confidence by reading a story to a dog!

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program at Northwest Library!

This event is for beginning readers. 

Read a story to a dog!

#gaming

#smash bros 

#tournament

Everyone is welcome. No sign up necessary.

OK to bring your own controller and console.

Meet live insect eating bats! Learn all about about insect eating bats and meet 3 species of native bats. We will talk about adaptations and characteristics of each bat. For kids in grades K-8.

Come join for Family Yoga and Movement Games. All ages welcome. Bring a stuffed animal for the yoga games, or use one of our beanie babies. Parents are most welcome to dance and play, too. 

Come learn about Japanese culture, discuss your favorite series, and watch an episode of an anime with your fellow teens!

The first step to learning calligraphy is getting familiar with your tools and materials. In Part 1, Maybelle introduces you to the inks, pens, and papers you will need to get started and show you the proper way to hold the pen.

Join us as a beginner or an experienced knitter who wants to learn new techniques, make new friends, and help other students.

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

Join your teen librarian to create no-sew cup cozies to keep or give as a gift! All materials provided.

For teens in grades 7-12. Free! 

Join us for an exciting ‘escape room’ experience at the library!

The clock is ticking, can you escape in time? Teens must work together to solve puzzles, open locks, and find hidden messages in order to complete the mission. 

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Central Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Thursday, between 3:00-5:00 pm.

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.

Come and craft at Roseland Regional Library every Friday from 4:30-5:30pm! Each week there will be a different craft for teens to do, so bring your creative minds. Snacks and all materials will be provided. 

Join us for CoderDojo at Rincon Valley Regional Library!

Clases de Ciudadanía en Español Gratis.

Las clases están diseñadas para ayudar a los estudiantes a prepararse para la entrevista de ciudadanía.

Public meeting for Rains Creek Water District.

Clases de Ciudadanía en Español Gratis

Las clases están diseñadas para ayudar a los estudiantes a prepararse para la entrevista de ciudadanía.

Los Miércoles, a partir del 3 de Agosto de 2022, 5:30-7:30

Good Citizens is a program designed to give families an opportunity to talk about potentially challenging topics through the joyful medium of picture books and storytelling. Each month Ms.

Learn about “the cloud” and how to save your work there. By opening a Google account, you will have access to a variety of free programs as well as free cloud storage. Discover how to share, collaborate, and edit!

Clases de Ciudadanía en Español Gratis.

Las clases están diseñadas para ayudar a los estudiantes a prepararse para la entrevista de ciudadanía.

Tortilla 
LITERARIA
Biblioteca Central de Santa Rosa
TERCER MARTES DEL MES
6:15PM-7:45PM

Acompáñenos cada mes en una discusión de libros en españo el tercer martes del mes. 

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with Rincon Reference staff for one-on-one assistance every Tuesday, between 6:30pm-7:00pm.

Northwest Library’s fiber arts club, "The Yarn Experience", continues into the spring with expanded hours!  Starting in February we will be offering parallel sessions every Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm and every Thursday 11:00am-12

Family Storytime  

Read, sing, play, move, and learn. Open to all families with children 0-6 years old. Drop-in, no registration needed.  

¡Miércoles mágicos!

¡Únete con nosotros cada miércoles a las 6:00 pm para jugar y leer en familia!

Celebrate Women's History Month! Join us for a panel discussion, led by author Janna Barkin, featuring Rev. Barbara K.

Do you have questions about basic computer skills, digital library resources, email, internet basics, basic computer troubleshooting, or other technology-related issues?  Come to Northwest and a library staff member will assist you!

Join us each Wednesday from 6-7:30 to sew in community.