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Read to a Dog
2025-01-16 15:30:00 2025-01-16 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Read to a Dog School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library. Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Thursday, January 16
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-16 15:30:00 2025-01-16 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Read to a Dog School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library. Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Carmichael

Carmichael Meeting Room

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading |

Carmichael
Phone: 916-264-2920
Hours

Today's hours

Closed

We're closed Wednesday January 01 due to New Year's Day
Mon, Dec 30 Closed
Tue, Dec 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
(All library branches will close at 5 pm in recognition of New Years Eve. )
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day)
Thu, Jan 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 Closed
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About the branch

Carmichael Library is found near the corner of Marconi Ave and Fair Oaks Blvd. It has a reservable meeting room and an electric vehicle charging station.   

Upcoming Events

Explore and Learn
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815
Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Rescheduled
Recharge @ the Library
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 1:30pm
New date Tuesday, December 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central
Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.
Recharge @ the Library
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central
Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Del Paso Heights
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Explore and Learn
Tue, Dec 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
English Conversation Group
Tue, Dec 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Rescheduled
English Conversation Group
Tue, Dec 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Tuesday, December 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arden - Dimick
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children.
Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Bookmobile - Mobil Country Mobile Home, 2473 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Baby Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isleton
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
McKinley
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build early literacy skills. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome. Presented in English.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.
Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Bookmobile - Stock Ranch Sr Living, 7418 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights
Thu, Jan 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Vintage Oak Senior Apts, 7340 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights
Thu, Jan 02, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Thu, Jan 02, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Senior Social - Game Day
Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for our Senior Social program to enjoy good company, refreshments, and lively conversation! We'll have card games and board games at the event for everyone to join in and use.
Bookmobile - Sierra Meadows Senior Mobile, 7600 Daly Ave, Citrus Heights
Thu, Jan 02, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Rescheduled
Minecraft Gaming
Thu, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Thursday, January 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Orangevale
Enjoy this computer game on our own library server! We will do two 45 minute shifts if there are more participants than PC laptops. Participants should be aged 6 - 17; registration is encouraged.
Bookmobile - Imperial Manor Sr Motor, 5935 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights
Thu, Jan 02, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Adult Space
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Get to know your neighbors and fellow community members at Adult Space, a social event for all adults. Activities and light refreshments will be available.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Adult Space: Crafting - Dungeons and Dragons character painting
Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us to paint DnD characters. Paints, brushes and characters will be provided. Keep your character or donate it to the DnD program starting on January 23rd 4-5:30pm at the North Natomas Library.
Family STEAM
Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Children ages 6-12 and their families can play, discover, and create with process-based activities exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math concepts.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Franklin
Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Del Paso Heights
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs on the 3rd Floor.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Storytime for babies up to 24 months
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Fri, Jan 03, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Adult Space: Knitting
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Family Movie Night - Despicable Me 4
Fri, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Del Paso Heights
Join us for a fun family new-release movie on the first Friday of the month! This month we're watching Despicable Me 4! Light snacks and refreshments are provided.
Teen Art Lab
Fri, Jan 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Explore both new and familiar artistic skills! Featured projects and materials vary, based on volunteer input. All are welcome whether you're feeling artsy or just want to pass the time with friends.
Teen Space
Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Nonie Wetzel Courtland
First Friday each month - come and check out the Teen Space!
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central - Central Library 4th Floor
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including beginners. We will meet on the first and third Friday of every month in Room 409.
Anime Café - Paper Fans
Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
A social space for anime and manga fans ages 9-13
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Study Room C
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Franklin
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.
Adult Space - Senior Yoga
Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Nonie Wetzel Courtland
Please join us on Saturday January 4th at 10 am for Senior Yoga with Coach Sara.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English.
Adult Social
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
A social space for older adults
Baby Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Read to a Dog
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Belle Cooledge
Kids are invited to practice their skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs (and their handlers). Attendees may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.
Adult Book Group: Non-Fiction - Stay True: A Memoir by Hua Hsu
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
The Fair Oaks Library is discussing Stay True: A Memoir by Hua Hsu.
Sacramento DA Crime Lab Presentation
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Join us at the Arcade library (2443 Marconi Ave.) for a session on the inner workings of the Sacramento District Attorney?s Crime Lab!
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Sat, Jan 04, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Adult Book Group - The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell
Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
The Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven Library is reading The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. 
Community Game Night: All ages
Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Walnut Grove
Community Game Night! Drop in 1-6pm, first Saturday monthly. All ages welcome - bring a game or join one! Spaces for kids, adults & family gaming. Fun for everyone!
Genealogy: Getting To Know You
Sat, Jan 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Learn more about genealogy with our volunteers from the Root Cellar Genealogical Society
Adult Social Gaming
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us on the first Saturday of each month for our gaming social program for adults. We'll provide the games and refreshments; you bring the conversation and the fun.
STEAM for Kids - Clothespin Puppets
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rio Linda
Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks.
Genealogy: Book a Genealogist
Sat, Jan 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Orangevale
Need help with your family history? Root Cellar volunteers are ready to help with free individual 30 minute sessions at the Orangevale Library. Reserve your session at www.saclibrary.org/events
This event is full
Adult Space: Crafting
Sat, Jan 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Genealogy: Book a Genealogist
Sat, Jan 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Orangevale
Need help with your family history? Root Cellar volunteers are ready to help with free individual 30 minute sessions at the Orangevale Library. Reserve your session at www.saclibrary.org/events
STEAM for Kids
Sat, Jan 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Explore and Learn
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Renwick Senior Apartments, 3227 Renwick Ave, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, lap-sit activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of babies and toddlers.
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.
Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources - Learn to connect to the library's many resources
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Recharge @ the Library
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central
Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.
Bookmobile - Vintage Laguna Senior Apts., 9210 Big Horn Blvd, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Del Paso Heights
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Explore and Learn
Tue, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Bookmobile - Meadows Senior Residence, 9325 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Bookmobile - Carlton Plaza, 6915 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Seasons at Laguna Ridge, 7301 Bilby Rd, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Homework Zone
Tue, Jan 07, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Adult Book Group
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room
The South Natomas Library is reading James by Percival Everett.
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Do you want a say in what the library does for teens? Want to earn volunteer credit or gain leadership skills? Join the Southgate Teen Advisory Board!
Adult Book Discussion
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Walnut Grove - Walnut Grove Meeting Room
Join us each month for lively and engaging in-person discussions of a wide variety of titles. Copies of this month's title are available for pick-up at the Walnut Grove Library's circulation desk. New members are always welcome!
Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta
Wed, Jan 08, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:25am
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rio Linda
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Wed, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Wed, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walnut Grove
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rio Linda
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for games, crafts, hanging out with other teens, and of course, books! This program is designed for teens (ages 13-19).
STEAM for Kids
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Nonie Wetzel Courtland
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
STEAM for Kids - Paper Stomp Rockets
Wed, Jan 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Del Paso Heights
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
STEAM for Kids
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central - Central Library 2nd Floor
Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 08, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Planner Club
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room
Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Natomas
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can get help on their homework.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator.
Cancelled
SacTown Sci-Fi - Hyperion
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Our virtual book group meets to discuss all subgenres of science fiction on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children.
Library Insiders
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Library Insiders is a program that provides opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to become familiar with library resources and facilities, to feel comfortable using the library, and to feel confident interacting with staff.
Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Baby Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isleton
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
McKinley
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build early literacy skills. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome. Presented in English.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Bookmobile - Mercy McMahon Senior Residence, 3865 J St, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Coffee and Company
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for our Coffee and Company program to enjoy good company with light refreshments.
Bookmobile - Pioneer Towers Senior Residence, 515 P St, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Pioneer House Senior Residence, 415 P St, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Thu, Jan 09, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Bookmobile - Eskaton Monroe Lodge, 3225 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Teen Space
Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Minecraft Gaming
Thu, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Orangevale
Enjoy this computer game on our own library server! We will do two 45 minute shifts if there are more participants than PC laptops. Participants should be aged 6 - 17; registration is encouraged.
Bookmobile - Delta Cove Apartments, 6800 Woodbine Ave, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Adult Space
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Get to know your neighbors and fellow community members at Adult Space, a social event for all adults. Activities and light refreshments will be available.
Cancelled
Teen Space
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Orangevale
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Read to a Dog
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.
STEAM Lab
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Join us every second Thursday at 3:30 pm to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEAM).
Teen Space With Therapy Dogs
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Natomas
Teens, join the library once a month after school to pet and snuggle trained therapy dogs!
STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rio Linda
Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks.
Homework Zone
Thu, Jan 09, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Teen Space
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Teen Advisory Board - Franklin
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Want to earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, meet and collaborate with fellow teens in the community to develop programming/events and so much more? Then join Franklin's Teen Advisory Board!
STEAM for Kids: Dinosaur Habitats
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Make your own dinosaur habitat using an assortment of recycled materials. Admission is free.
Arden-Dimick Library Friends Board Meeting
Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Arden-Dimick Library Friends Board Meeting
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 10, 9:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Franklin
Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Mindful Artmaking for Adults
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rio Linda
Delve into the joy of creating art with a focus on mindfulness. De-stress and have fun with calming art activities that emphasize the process of creating, not the outcome.
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central
Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Del Paso Heights
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Storytime for babies up to 24 months
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 10, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Fri, Jan 10, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Senior Social
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
A socializing style program intended for older adults. We meet on the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Elk Grove Library Community Room.
Adult Space: Knitting
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.
Coffee, Donuts & a Movie - "It Happened One Night"
Fri, Jan 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us every second Friday at 1:30 p.m. for a classic movie. Free donuts, popcorn, coffee, and tea provided by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Read to a Dog
Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Kids are invited to practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). Attendees may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.
Teen Drop-In Volunteering
Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Help with general support tasks & projects, while getting to know & use your local library!
Teen Advisory Board
Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Want to have a say in what the Arden-Dimick Library does for teens and earn volunteer credit for school? Come join our TAB and help plan programs and events! Open to teenagers 13-18.
STEAM for Kids - Cubelets
Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Teen Space
Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Isleton
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New venue Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Study Room C
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Franklin
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.
Adult Book Group: The Waters
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for a friendly chat over one book selected for each month. This month: The Waters by Bonnie Jo Campbell.
Book Group
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isleton
The Isleton Library Book Group meets the second Saturday of each month.
Mixed Media Art Journaling
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Use your imagination and all kinds of mixed media to create a free-style art journal. Both inexperienced and lack of talent are welcome! 
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English.
Baby Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Adult Book Group - Classics
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.
Adult Book Group - Classics
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Virtual - Virtual Room 1
Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.
Library AF Book Group - Station Eleven
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual - Virtual Room 2
Calling all young adult readers (and those still young at heart!). The Library AF book group meets the second Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. on Zoom.
Adult Book Group: Quick Reads - Picture This by Anthony Hyde
Sat, Jan 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
McKinley
The McKinley Library is reading Picture This by Anthony Hyde.
Teen Service Saturdays
Sat, Jan 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Rancho Cordova
A drop in volunteer session for junior high and high school students earning community service credits! Projects include inventory of the library collection, outreach preparation, and checking library items for condition.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Sat, Jan 11, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
One-on-One Tech Help
Sat, Jan 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
- Main Floor
Meet with 1-on-1 with a tech volunteer to discuss your tech needs.
Between the Covers: Romance Book Group - The Pairing
Sat, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual - Virtual Room 1
The "Between the Covers" romance book group invites romance readers to join us to discuss a delightfully diverse collection of romance novels on the second Saturday of the month at 1 p.m.
STEAM: Hawks Honkers and Hoots
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for a program featuring a special science, technology, engineering, art, or math activity every second Saturday of the month at 2 p.m.  
Teen BYO Book Group - Bring Your Own Book!
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
If you're looking to read whatever you want but not necessarily have to talk to anyone about it, this is the book group for you.
STEAM for Kids - Water Walking
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
STEAM: Build with Lego Bricks
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us on the 2nd Saturday for LEGO® brick building. We'll provide the LEGO® bricks. You provide the creativity.
Circus Spectacular with Coventry & Kaluza
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Award-winning circus comedians Coventry & Kaluza bring a variety of skills and thrills to their show, which features juggling, acrobatics, music, comedy, and even hula hooping. All ages welcome!
Memories and Memoir: A Workshop with Author Lally
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Belle Cooledge
Local author Lally Pia will read from her memoir and lead attendees through an introduction to organizing thoughts and memories in order to start writing a memoir.
Teen Book Group - Lunar New Year Love Story
Sat, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carmichael
Teens ages 13 - 19 can join us in the Teen Space for snacks and beverages as we discuss the graphic novel Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang.
Teen Service Saturdays
Sat, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Drop-in volunteer hours!  On the second and fourth Saturday of every month, teen participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library.
Second Saturday Family Art
Sat, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
All ages program. Everyone is welcome! Explore process-based art at Sylvan Oaks Library every second Saturday. Materials will be provided. Dress for mess!
Explore and Learn
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Casa de Angelo Apartments, 3151 Notre Dame Dr, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, lap-sit activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of babies and toddlers.
Bookmobile - Golden Palms Mobile Home Park, 8181 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 10:45am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources - Learn to connect to the library's many resources
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Recharge @ the Library
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central
Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Del Paso Heights
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Explore and Learn
Tue, Jan 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Bookmobile - Golden Pond Senior Residence, 3415 Mayhew Rd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Bookmobile - Campus Commons Senior Residence, 22 Cadillac Dr, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - River's Edge Senior Residence, 641 Feature Dr, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Cook the Book: Aloha Kitchen
Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Soy-Glazed Spam Musubi from "Aloha Kitchen" by Alana Kysar.
This event is full
Homework Zone
Tue, Jan 14, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Planner Club
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.
Cancelled
SacTown Sci-Fi - The Lesson
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Our virtual book group meets to discuss all subgenres of science fiction on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta
Wed, Jan 15, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:25am
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rio Linda
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Know Diabetes by Heart
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Learn the link between type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Wed, Jan 15, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Wed, Jan 15, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walnut Grove
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Video Game Arcade
Wed, Jan 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Del Paso Heights
Do you like to play video games? Join us to test your skills using the Nintendo Switch!
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central - Central Library 2nd Floor
Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 15, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
STEAM Lab - Rocket-Propelled Cars
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Spend a fun-filled afternoon with us while we create something amazing for this month's STEAM Lab activity.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Natomas
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can get help on their homework.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator.
Adult Book Group: Nonfiction - Gifts, Art & Hobbies
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Sylvan Oaks Library. Nonfiction subjects: Gifts, Art, Hobbies.
Video Game Tournament
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Do you like to play video games? Join us to test your skills in video games for prizes and enjoy light snacks! This program is for teens ages 13-19.
Grownups Unite! A Graphic Novel Book Group - Descender
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual - Virtual Room 1
A virtual graphic novel book group for adults
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children.
Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Bookmobile - Sky Parkway Senior Apartments, 5414 Sky Pkwy, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Baby Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isleton
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
McKinley
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build early literacy skills. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome. Presented in English.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Rescheduled
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Wednesday, January 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Bookmobile - Capitol Mobile Senior Home Park, 6701 63rd St, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Thu, Jan 16, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Bookmobile - Greenhaven Place, 6350 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Artful Afternoons for Adults - Paint a Birdhouse
Thu, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for a fun afternoon of arts & crafts for grown-ups!
Bookmobile - Greenhaven Terrace, 1180 Corporate Way, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Adult Space
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Get to know your neighbors and fellow community members at Adult Space, a social event for all adults. Activities and light refreshments will be available.
Teen Space
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Read to a Dog
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.
Adult Space - Inspiration Boards
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Create your visual roadmap to guide your intentions and fuel your motivation for 2025
Cook the Book: Aloha Kitchen
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room
Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Spam Fried Rice from "Aloha Kitchen" by Alana Kysar.
This event is full
Homework Zone
Thu, Jan 16, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
STEAM For Kids
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join the North Natomas for STEAM! Each program features a different activity that explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12 but younger siblings are welcome.
Teen Advisory Board @ Fair Oaks
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Do you want a say in what the library does for teens? Want to earn volunteer credit or gain leadership skills? Join the Teen Advisory Board to do all of that and make new friends at the same time.
STEAM for Kids
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
School-age children and their families are invited to explore concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math on the third Thursday of each month.
Homework Zone
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Southgate
Homework help for students K-8th grade.
Loteria
Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Nonie Wetzel Courtland
Join friends and neighbors to play Lotería at the Courtland Library.
Library After Dark - Pop Culture Trivia
Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Come test your knowledge of current and retro books, music, movies, and TV. This program is being held at Tap Wine Lounge, 1011 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 17, 9:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Franklin
Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Del Paso Heights
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Know Diabetes by Heart
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Learn the link between type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central
1-on-1 Tech Help on the 3rd Floor
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Sing songs, wiggle your baby, and chat with other caregivers about your little one's newest milestone! This program is designed for babies up to 24 months.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 17, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Fri, Jan 17, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Adult Space: Knitting
Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Walnut Grove - Walnut Grove Meeting Room
Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Tween Comic Group: Nayra and the Djinn by Iasmin Omar Ata
Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us for a lively discussion of our book of the month!
Teen Art Lab
Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Explore both new and familiar artistic skills! Featured projects and materials vary, based on volunteer input. All are welcome whether you're feeling artsy or just want to pass the time with friends.
Family Art Program
Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Explore process based art at the library! Materials will be provided. Dress for mess.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central - Central Library 4th Floor
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including beginners. We will meet on the first and third Friday of every month in Room 409.
Family Game Night
Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us for a game night - all ages welcome!
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Bad Art Night for Adults
Fri, Jan 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Walnut Grove
Discover engaging activities, enjoy light refreshments, and meet good company.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Study Room C
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Belle Cooledge
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Shop gently used and donated books and materials at the Friends of the Library Book Sale.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Franklin
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room
Friends Meeting
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English.
STEAM - LEGO® Robotics
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Led by a team of student instructors, kids ages 9 to 14 will work in groups to create and program a robot and learn STEAM skills with this fun, hands-on project.
Baby Storytime
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés en cada mes. Join us each month for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Adult Book Group
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join the North Highlands-Antelope Library Adult Book Group for friendly discussion and light refreshments.
Adult Book Group: Mystery - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
The Fair Oaks Library is discussing All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker.
Adult Book Group - An Immense World
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us in the Community Room for beverages and good conversation! This month we'll be discussing An Immense World by Ed Yong. New members are always welcome!
Family Makerspace Program! - Intro to 3D Printing...and More!
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central
Join us for a Family program in the Central Makerspace!
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
English Conversation Group
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies, and more. All levels welcome. No registration required.
Wild Things
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rio Linda
Meet real live animals up close at Rio Linda Library! Local conservation ambassadors Wild Things will present an educational, entertaining event featuring animals rescued from the wild.
Saturday Movie Matinee - Despicable Me 4
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for a screening of Despicable Me 4. Light snacks and refreshments will be available.
STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room
Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks.LEGO® bricks are for ages 5 and up. We will have Duplo blocks for the younger kids.
Adult Book Group
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
This month our Book Group will be reading How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin.
STEAM for Kids - Murals
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Teen Volunteer Training
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sylvan Oaks
Teens ages 13-17 can attend this training to qualify as volunteers at Sylvan Oaks Library. Participants receive two hours of credit for this one-hour training.
STEAM kids program - Slime!
Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
This month we will be making slime! Participants can make and play with slime on site, or they may take their slime home.
Teen Advisory Board
Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sylvan Oaks
Want to have a say in what the Sylvan Oaks Library does for teens and earn volunteer credit for school? Come join our TAB and help plan programs and events! Open to teenagers in high school.
Drop-in Teen Volunteering
Sat, Jan 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Arden - Dimick
Teens, drop-in on the third Saturday of the month, help library staff with projects, and get up to 2 hours volunteer credit.
Teen Space
Sat, Jan 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Ages 13-19, attend Teen Space to meet other teens while enjoying games, snacks, crafts, and related activities.
Teen Makerspace Time! - Come Chill, 3D Print & More!
Sat, Jan 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central
Join us for a Teen program in the Central Library Makerspace, 3rd Floor!
Anime and Manga Night (ages 14-19)
Sat, Jan 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Draw manga, watch anime, make buttons, and more with fellow teens!
Explore and Learn
Mon, Jan 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815
Bookmobile - Comfrey Senior Apartments, 975 Lake Park Avenue, Galt
Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, lap-sit activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of babies and toddlers.
Blood Pressure Drop-in Clinic
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)
Join us at the Central Library to have your blood pressure taken and learn tips for how to improve heart health.
Bookmobile - Oaks Mobile Home Park, 9761 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources - Learn to connect to the library's many resources
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Recharge @ the Library
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central
Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.
Bookmobile - Camden Springs, 8476 Sheldon Rd, Elk Grove
Tue, Jan 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Del Paso Heights
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Explore and Learn
Tue, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Bookmobile - Regency Place Sr Residence, 8170 Arroyo Vista Dr, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 21, 1:15pm - 1:45pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Bookmobile - Bruceville Terrace, 8151 Bruceville Rd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Mendocino Apartments, 5581 Mendocino Blvd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 21, 2:45pm - 3:15pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Adult Book Group: Mystery - Homecoming, by Kate Morton
Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
The Rancho Cordova Library is reading "Homecoming" by Kate Morton.
Cook the Book: Aloha Kitchen
Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Cone Sushi from "Aloha Kitchen" by Alana Kysar.
This event is full
Homework Zone
Tue, Jan 21, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Do you want a say in what the library does for teens? Want to earn volunteer credit or gain leadership skills? Join the Teen Advisory Board to do all of that and make new friends at the same time.
Manga Cafe
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Tweens & Teens are invited to come enjoy manga, games, crafts and snacks on the 3rd Tuesday of each month! This program is recommended for ages 11-18.
STEAM for Kids
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Isleton
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta
Wed, Jan 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:25am
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rio Linda
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.
Know Diabetes by Heart
Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McKinley
Learn the link between type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Wed, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Wed, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walnut Grove
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rio Linda
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for games, crafts, hanging out with other teens, and of course, books! This program is designed for teens (ages 13-19).
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central - Central Library 2nd Floor
Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.
STEAM for Kids - Mask Making
Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Del Paso Heights
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 22, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Natomas
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can get help on their homework.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator.
Adult Book Group
Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us each month on the fourth Wednesday at 5pm for lively discussions about diverse titles, authors, topics, and content.
Building Confidence in the Kitchen: Flavors of Aloha
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Alana Kysar will lead a virtual cooking demonstration, featuring recipes from her cookbook "Aloha Kitchen: Flavors from Hawai'i."
Register
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children.
Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Bookmobile - Albert Einstein Senior Residence, 1935 Wright St, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Baby Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isleton
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
McKinley
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build early literacy skills. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome. Presented in English.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Explore and Learn
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.
Bookmobile - Varenna Senior Apartments, 2351 Wyda Way, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 10:45am - 11:15am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Coffee and Company
Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for our Coffee and Company program to enjoy good company with light refreshments.
Bookmobile - Arden Villa Senior Apts, 3241 Alta Arden Expy, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Bookmobile - Country Club Manor Sr Residence, 2100 Butano Dr, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Teen Space
Thu, Jan 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Henson Gardens Senior Apartments, 1225 Morse Ave, Sacramento
Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Adult Space
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Get to know your neighbors and fellow community members at Adult Space, a social event for all adults. Activities and light refreshments will be available.
Teen Space
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Read to a Dog
Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.
Cook the Book: Aloha Kitchen
Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Soy-Glazed Spam Musubi from "Aloha Kitchen" by Alana Kysar.
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Homework Zone
Thu, Jan 23, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Youth Space: Game On!
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Tweens and teens, join us for multiplayer gaming on the Nintendo Switch!
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Dungeons and Dragons for beginners and players
Teen Book Group - I Kissed Shara Wheeler
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Wanna talk or rant about books with other teens? Each month we'll choose a new book to read and discuss as a group. This month's pick is the sapphic romance I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston.
Homework Zone
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Southgate
Homework help for students K-8th grade.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 24, 9:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Franklin
Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Del Paso Heights
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central
1-on-1 Tech Help on the 3rd Floor
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Sing songs, wiggle your baby, and chat with other caregivers about your little one's newest milestone! This program is designed for babies up to 24 months.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 24, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Fri, Jan 24, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Fri, Jan 24, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Senior Social
Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
A socializing style program intended for older adults. We meet on the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Elk Grove Library Community Room.
Know Diabetes by Heart
Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walnut Grove - Walnut Grove Meeting Room
Learn the link between type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Adult Space: Knitting
Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.
Pride Industries - Career Hub
Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Sylvan Oaks
Pride Industries will help attendees prepare for employment and develop their career path.
Tech Help
Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Teen Drop-In Volunteering
Fri, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Help with general support tasks & projects, while getting to know & use your local library!
Planner Club
Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.
Teen Space: Art & Journaling
Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Carmichael
Learn a new hobby or practice a current one with fellow teens!
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Natomas - North Natomas Study Room C
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Franklin
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.
Adult Space - Creative Connections
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Isleton
Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month as we discover a variety of activities.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English.
Baby Storytime
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.
Wild Things: Animal Ambassadors
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for the return of Wild Things! See live animals from around the world up close in this fun and educational program.
Adult Book Group - Better Living Through Birding by Christian Cooper
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Join the Arden-Dimick Library for a discussion about the selected book of the month.
Adult Space: Mini Shadow Box
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Rio Linda
Paint and decorate mini shadow boxes with a unique twist. Select a word as a source of inspiration for the year and then design and style your shadow box.
Adult Book Group: Book to Movie - High Fidelity by Nick Hornby
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Read the book. Watch the film. Do both (or neither)!
Sensory Friendly Family Movie - The Wild Robot
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
We turn up the lights and turn down the sound for an experience that is built to welcome all individuals to the movies. Join us for a screening of "The Wild Robot" (Rated: PG | Run time: 101 minutes)
Adult Book Group - Classics
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.
Adult Book Group - Classics
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Virtual - Virtual Room 1
Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.
One-on-One Tech Help
Sat, Jan 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
- Main Floor
Meet with 1-on-1 with a tech volunteer to discuss your tech needs.
Genealogy: What Did Daddy Do? Part 2 - Locating Family Members in Old Business Records
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual
Speaker Madeline Yanov will give part 2 of her Zoom presentation on how to locate family members in old business and professional records.
Family STEAM
Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Children ages 6-12 and their families can play, discover, and create with process-based activities exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math concepts.
STEAM for Kids - Paper Sculptures
Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
STEAM for Kids
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Join the Valley Hi-North Laguna library for STEAM activities for kids.
Family Art Lab
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room
We bring the art supplies, you bring the creativity! Families, kids and teens are welcome to join us as the library puts out a variety of art supplies and let everyone make whatever art they want!
Teen Service Saturdays
Sat, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Drop-in volunteer hours!  On the second and fourth Saturday of every month, teen participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library.
Superfest
Sat, Jan 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Celebrate cutting-edge cinema portraying disability through a diverse, complex and engaging lens.
Register
Explore and Learn
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815
Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Eastern Gardens Sr Apartments, 3045 Eastern Ave, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, lap-sit activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of babies and toddlers.
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.
Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources - Learn to connect to the library's many resources
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven
Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.
Recharge @ the Library
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central
Recharge your devices at the [branch] Library.
Bookmobile - El Camino Gardens Sr Apts, 2426 Garfield Ave, Carmichael
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Del Paso Heights
Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.
Bookmobile - Carmichael Oaks, 8350 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael
Tue, Jan 28, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Explore and Learn
Tue, Jan 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ella K. McClatchy
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Blood Pressure Drop-in Clinic
Tue, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us at the Fair Oaks Library to have your blood pressure taken and learn tips for how to improve heart health.
Bookmobile - Winding Commons Sr Residence, 6017 Winding Way, Carmichael
Tue, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento
Tue, Jan 28, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.
Bookmobile - Sierra Sunrise Sr Residence, 4525 Manzanita Ave, Carmichael
Tue, Jan 28, 1:45pm - 2:15pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Cook the Book: Aloha Kitchen
Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
McKinley
Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Spam Fried Rice from "Aloha Kitchen" by Alana Kysar.
This event is full
Homework Zone
Tue, Jan 28, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta
Wed, Jan 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:25am
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Natomas
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rio Linda
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Know Diabetes by Heart
Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room
Learn the link between type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Sacramento - Hagginwood
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace
Wed, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Central
Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.
Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In
Wed, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Arcade
Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Adult Book Group
Wed, Jan 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Nonie Wetzel Courtland
The last Wednesday of each month join us at 1:30 for a lively book discussion.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walnut Grove
Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
STEAM for Kids - Raft Making
Wed, Jan 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Del Paso Heights
Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.
Teen Space
Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room
Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Galt - Marian O. Lawrence
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central - Central Library 2nd Floor
Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 29, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Franklin
Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.
Explore and Learn
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room
Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.
Homework Zone
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Natomas
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can get help on their homework.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator.
Building Confidence in the Kitchen: Flavors of Aloha
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Alana Kysar will lead a virtual cooking demonstration, featuring recipes from her cookbook "Aloha Kitchen: Flavors from Hawai'i."
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