Week Calendar

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus!

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.

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. 

Drop in each Tuesday to browse an information table stocked with county-specific gardening leaflets for the public.

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

Read, sing, play, move and learn! Open to all families with toddlers 18-36 months. Registration is not required, but feel free to register to receive an email reminder before each session.

Onye engages audiences with drumming, dance, and songs—presented in a historical and cultural context.

Join us for a fun storycraft celebrating Farm to Table, our Lunch at the Library theme. Listen to a veggie-themed story and create a paper veggie garden to take home. For families and kids in grades Pre-K-3. 

Join your local librarian in singing, reading, and playing together to build early literacy skills and a joy of reading. 

Bring a blanket and meet us on the main stage at Ives Park. 

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.

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.

Join us for Family Storytime. There will be stories, music, movement 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 Thursday, between 10:30am-11:00am.

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.

UC Master Gardeners Presentations

Gardening into the Future: Climate Adaptation in Your Yard: Many climate change solutions require huge shifts by governments and corporations for a Just Transition to non-polluting fuels

Welcome to Storytime at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library.

Join us Tuesdays for Family Storytime and Thursdays for Toddler Storytime!

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

Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/51058/register

Local nonprofit Better Beginnings for Babies will host these dynamic community circles supporting infant feeding and the postpartum journey. Everyone gets a chance to share. Facilitated by lactation specialists or consultants. No fee.

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.

Gain confidence in speaking French in a supportive and friendly setting. Our French conversation circle is for adults who wish to practice speaking French and improve conversational skills.

Enjoy Fratello Marionettes’ “Jack and the Beanstalk,” a classic story told through the joyful art of puppetry.

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

Join the Children's Librarian and community families in the forum room for stories, rhymes, songs and simple crafts.

Please REGISTER NOW for: 

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

First Class Meets: JULY 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) 

Join us for Storytime every Thursday morning in August at the Sonoma Plaza by the Playground in the North East Quadrant at 11am!

Get ready to sing and dance and hear some stories outside.

Rescheduled for August 1! Celebrate the magic of reading with this funny and interactive show for children.

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 Thursday, between 11:30am-12:00pm.

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. 

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years at no cost.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2023. Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Lunch is available to all youth between the ages of 0-18 years, Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 12:30 PM at the Petaluma library.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Join us for a family-friendly movie matinee - popcorn included! All films are rated G or PG.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years at no cost.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2023. Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Lunch is available to all youth between the ages of 0-18 years, Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 12:30 PM at the Petaluma library.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Be a Super Taster! Compare the unique flavors and textures of different types of fresh fruits and veggies, then decide which is your favorite. Kids who try three different types of produce get a scratch and sniff sticker.

Be a Super Taster! Compare the unique flavors and textures of different types of fresh fruits and veggies, then decide which is your favorite. Kids who try three different types of produce get a scratch and sniff sticker.

Be a Super Taster! Try 3 different types of produce to get a sticker. Try 4 different types of produce to get a bookmark. Try all fruit & veggie choices to be a Super Taster and have your name posted on the cart for the day.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years at no cost.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2023. Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Lunch is available to all youth between the ages of 0-18 years, Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 12:30 PM at the Petaluma library.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Be a Super Taster! Try 3 different types of produce to get a sticker. Try 4 different types of produce to get a bookmark. Try all fruit & veggie choices to be a Super Taster and have your name posted on the cart for the day.

Be a Super Taster! Compare the unique flavors and textures of different types of fresh fruits and veggies, then decide which is your favorite. Kids who try three different types of produce get a scratch and sniff sticker.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years at no cost.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2023. Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Lunch is available to all youth between the ages of 0-18 years, Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 12:30 PM at the Petaluma library.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Join us at Lego & Build Club for hands on engineering, problem solving exercises, and play using age-appropriate materials. Younger siblings are welcome to attend and use our collection of Duplo bricks.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks.

Be a Super Taster! Try 3 different types of produce to get a sticker. Try 4 different types of produce to get a bookmark. Try all fruit & veggie choices to be a Super Taster and have your name posted on the cart for the day.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years at no cost.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2023. Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Lunch is available to all youth between the ages of 0-18 years, Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 12:30 PM at the Petaluma library.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Sonoma County Library will provide lunch service at seven library locations in summer 2024. 

Lunch is available to all children between the ages of 0-18 years.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks.

It's Lazy Bear Week in Guerneville, so bring your favorite teddy bear or other special stuffie to the library for a celebration all about bears. We'll sing songs, play games, listen to a story or two and enjoy a little picnic.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Free healthy breakfast and lunch is available for children/teens 0-18, every Tuesday from 1-2 pm. July 2 - August 6. Come pick up a week's worth of grab and go meals in the library's lobby. Provided by Redwood Empire Food Bank. 

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

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. 

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Capture your big library adventure on a tiny canvas - then view your masterpiece on display in the library! Register to secure your spot. 

For grades 7-12. All materials provided. Free!

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

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Please REGISTER NOW for: 

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

First Class Meets: AUGUST 1, 2024 at 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) 

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

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.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

Get ready for back-to-school and learn about money by shopping for your school supplies.

"Shop" for school supplies with Otto Bucks and "rent" a button maker to decorate your new backpack.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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. 

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. 

Trio Nuevo Amanecer from Santa Rosa plays boleros and romantic ballads of Latin America, classic folk songs, as well as traditional Mexican music, and more. If you appreciate great love songs in Spanish, come listen to Trio Nuevo Amanecer!

FREE Immigration Consultations at the Library