Week Calendar

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.

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 Windsor Regional 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.

Wanted! Your surplus homegrown produce or unexpired pantry goods to share. Help eliminate food waste and support our community! Feel free to trade for items you don't have or simply take what you will eat.

Join us with the children in your care for a music, movement, and support session with the PITC infant/toddler specialist.

Stay & Play with other families from 12:00-12:30pm

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! 

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.

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

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

Please REGISTER NOW for: 

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

First Class Meets: August 7, 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.

Register here: https://libraryc.org/sonomalibrary/52666/register

Mystery Lovers!

Join fellow mystery buffs in lively conversation every third Thursday of the month at the Rohnert Park Senior Center.

No pre-registration or sign-up needed. 

This storytime is designed for toddlers ages 1-3. We will sing, read and play together. Storytime is followed by 'Stay and Play' where children can play together with a range of developmentally appropriate toys.

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.

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

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. 

Learn from Sonoma County Dept of Emergency Management, Town of Windsor and Neighborhood Communication Auxiliary Service what to expect during emergencies, what you can do to be informed, and what will be available when there is no internet or cell

The Redwood Empire Food Bank will be at Northwest Santa Rosa Library to assist people with CalFresh applications from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.

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.

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.

Print Copies will be available in the branch a month before the discussion. Please call or email the Library with any questions.

2024 Schedule

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.

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at the Monte Rio Community Center. 

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. 

Movie Matinees every Monday at 2pm in June, July and August. (except for July 15 and July 29 when there are other programs scheduled)

July 22 Rushmore (1998, dir. Wes Anderson)

Stop by and learn the basics of how to check out and use one of E Street Studios Canon cameras (T7i DSLR).

The Friends of the Sonoma Valley Library invite you to join their Classics Book Discussion Group.  The group will meet at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library on the second Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3 PM.  The first meeting on Septe

Read The Cooking Gene, by Michael Twitty and join us in person for a discussion on Tuesday, August 13^th at 2:00 pm.  

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at the Bodega Bay Grange Hall. 

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. 

Enjoy award-winning films and lively college-level discussions led by an OLLI professor from SSU.

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! 

Join us for a birthday-themed storytime to celebrate Rincon Valley Library's 30^th Birthday!

There will be a children's craft and cupcakes!

Join us at Sebastopol Regional Library and meet the artist of From the Inkwell, Bill Shortridge, on display in the library forum room

This event is for beginning readers. 

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

Join fellow players to enjoy the great game of chess.

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

This event is for beginning readers. 

Delve into a dungeon with other teenage heroes in a weekly game of D&D Adventurers League for Teens at the Guerneville Library (grades 7-12).

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.

Vamos a pintar. Este programa es para todas las edades y habilidades.

Let's paint. This program is for all ages and abilities. 

All ages welcome!

No experienced necessary. Some instruction available. Play, learn and enjoy!

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

Welcome to our Read to a Dog Program

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. 

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.

S.T.E.A.M. activities and games in Spanish every Thursday.

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!

Beginning Readers Welcome!

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

Para los lectores principantes.

Do you want to volunteer at the library? Every Thursday we offer a weekly drop-in volunteer hours from 3:30pm-5:30pm, where teen volunteers assist with library programs. Come and earn one or two hours of volunteer service!

Game On! At the Guerneville Library is a weekly video game club on Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 PM. Join other teens to play games available for checkout through the library and playable on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. 

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with a Healdsburg Reference staff for one-on-one assistance.

Have a nagging tech question? Need help borrowing an eBook? What about setting up an email account? Book 30-minutes with a Healdsburg Reference staff for one-on-one assistance.

Need community service hours? Drop by our Volunteer Hour and assist with various library tasks.

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.

Register Today!

Teen Knitting Club (Grades 7-12)

Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm

Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere.

Beginners welcome.

Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que estén aprendiendo en un ambiente amable.

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at the Cazadero History Learning Center.

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.

Join us for a monthly tween event on the third Thursday of every month from 4-5pm

For Tweens (grades 4-6)

Themes change every month! Every other month is D&D (Dungeons and Dragons)

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 every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5:00pm for a PJ storytime at the Sonoma Tuesday Night Market! Stop by the Library booth between 5 and 7pm!

Dress in Pajamas for a storytime full of bedtime fun!

Join us for a youth-led Pronoun Advocacy Workshop! We will be sharing our stories, brainstorming what to do in different scenarios, and discussing advocacy tactics. We’d love to hear your thoughts, experiences, and questions!

Welcome to the Takeout Book Club!

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 how to transfer printed images onto wood to create a unique art piece.

All materials provided.

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.

Queer Book Club meets virtually on the second Wednesday of the month!

Join the Joe Mesics' Literary Canon book group to discuss Ivanhoe by Walter Scott.

To request print copies of the book please reach out to Megan Jones at mjones@sonomalibrary.org or call (707) 433-3772.

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.

Explore the Sonoma County Library BiblioBus! This mobile library will be on site at Vamos al Tianguis in Healdsburg at City Hall.