Sacramento Public Library

Bookmobile - Comfrey Senior Apartments, 975 Lake Park Avenue, Galt

Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Friends of the Martin Luther King, Jr., Library

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome!

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Bookmobile - Oaks Mobile Home Park, 9761 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us at the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. Make an appointment to learn how to use any of the library's free digital resources upon your next visit to the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library. Appointments will be made for one-on-one assistance with a library staff member to show you how easy it can be to connect to our digital collections.

Bookmobile - Camden Springs, 8476 Sheldon Rd, Elk Grove

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Rescheduled

Bookmobile - Bruceville Terrace, 8151 Bruceville Rd, Sacramento

Tue, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New date Tuesday, December 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Rescheduled

Rio Linda Friends of the Library Meeting

Tue, Dec 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

New date Tuesday, December 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Rio Linda

Friends of the Sacramento Public Library - Rio Linda Affiliate will be hosting a board meeting to discuss volunteer activities, including donation sorting and lobby book sale area, among other items.

Bookmobile - Mendocino Apartments, 5581 Mendocino Blvd, Sacramento

Tue, Dec 17, 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 Movie Matinee

Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us at the Arden-Dimick Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Calling all mystery lovers!

Rio Linda Friends of the Library Meeting

Tue, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Rio Linda

Friends of the Sacramento Public Library - Rio Linda Affiliate will be hosting a board meeting to discuss volunteer activities, including donation sorting and lobby book sale area, among other items.

Film Noir Movie Night: Strangers on a Train

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks 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 Advisory Board

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Want to have a say in what the North Natomas Library does for teens? Then hang out with us!

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

Join us on the third Tuesday of every month for a film noir movie and popcorn in the Galleria West Meeting Room! This month we'll be watching Strangers on a Train (Warner Brothers, 1951).

Virtual Systemwide Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Need volunteer hours? Want to have a say in what the library offers to teens? Join the Systemwide Teen Advisory Board!

Manga Cafe

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Isleton

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at Sylvan Oaks Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us at the North Natomas Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Wed, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us at the Fair Oaks Library for a 7-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Video Game Arcade

Wed, Dec 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Del Paso Heights

Do you like to play video games? Join us to test your skills using the Nintendo Switch!

Opioid Overdose Prevention Workshop

Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and how to administer Narcan/Naloxone.

Bookmobile - Mutual Housing at River Garden, 2201 Northview Dr, Sac

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

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.

Chess Club

Wed, Dec 18, 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 Lab: Catapult Palooza

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Spend a fun-filled afternoon with us while we create an assortment of catapults and test launch various materials and items (for science!) for this month's STEAM Lab activity.

Adult Book Group: Nonfiction

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Nonfiction subjects, December 18 - January 15: Gifts, Art, Hobbies Join us for an opportunity to share and discover nonfiction books via discussion, journals and book talks. We will have resources on journaling and book talks as we learn together new ways to share books. Materials to create a book journal will be provided or bring your own favorite journal. Many ways to participate: Give a short book talk Sit quietly and listen Read or journal Create an infographic of your favorite book Please email Raina at rcarson@saclibrary.org for more information.

Drop-In Coding Club for Tweens (ages 8-13)

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Want to learn how to code with Scratch, Python, and other programming languages? Stop by the drop-in Coding Club at the Arcade library, run by experienced coders from Mira Loma High School!

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments.

Bookmobile - Northland Village, 3730 Modell Way, Sacramento

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

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.

DIY Wrapping Paper and Cards

Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join library staff to make your own gift wrap and cards using stamps and beginner printmaking materials.

Bookmobile - Willow Glen Apartments, 1625 Scarlet Ash Ave, Sacramento

Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

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.

Togetherness by UBG Strings - early show

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central

An evening filled with inspiring music that celebrates the power of unity, community, and togetherness.

This event is full

Grownups Unite! A Graphic Novel Book Group

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

A virtual graphic novel book group for adults

Togetherness by UBG Strings - late show

Wed, Dec 18, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Central

An evening filled with inspiring music that celebrates the power of unity, community, and togetherness.

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Bookmobile - Sky Parkway Senior Apartments, 5414 Sky Pkwy, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Isleton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 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!

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate)

Thu, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

Thu, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. This group at 1:00 is for beginner/intermediate English learners, but all levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays. There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups.This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Bookmobile - Greenhaven Place, 6350 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 19, 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

Thu, Dec 19, 1:15pm - 3:15pm

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.

Artful Afternoons for Adults - Design Your Own Journal

Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills.

Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us at the Valley Hi-North Laguna Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Tween Book Group

Thu, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

This Month's Comic: Chunky by Yehudi Mercado Come join us for a lively discussion our comic book of the month! Enjoy snacks, trivia, and a craft or activity based on this month's book. Copies will be available at the front desk the month prior to the meeting. This program is recommended for ages 9-12.

Thu, Dec 19, 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).

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Rio Linda

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 Advisory Board @ Fair Oaks

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities for 2025 and help us plan programs for teens in your community! We?ll have snacks and games.

Teen Book Group: Free Choice

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Wanna talk or rant about books with other teens? This month we'll discuss all the books we've loved and/or hated this year and decide as a group what we want to read in 2025.

Teen Space: Movie Night

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

South Natomas

Join us every third Thursday for our Teen Space. We will show a movie and serve snacks!

Bookmobile - Cordova Meadows, 2312 Sierra Madre Ct A, Rancho Cordova

Thu, Dec 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

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.

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced)

Thu, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. This group at 5:00 is for intermediate/advanced English learners, but all levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. A beginner/intermediate group meets at 1:00 on Thursdays. There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Fri, Dec 20, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824

Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

1-on-1 Tech Help

Cancelled

Walk & Talk

Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

English Conversation Group (All Levels)

Fri, Dec 20, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

Fri, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. Topics will be a repeat of the ones discussed during the Thursday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. groups. All levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Fri, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome.

Opioid Overdose Prevention Workshop

Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and how to administer Narcan/Naloxone.

Tween Comic Group: The Witch Boy by Molly Knox Ostertag

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 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: Open Studio

Fri, Dec 20, 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 Movie Night - Norm of the North

Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for a movie night! All ages welcome!

Family Art Program

Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New venue Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Explore process based art at the library! Materials will be provided. Dress for mess.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Fri, Dec 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Want to practice speaking English? Join our friendly group! Meet new people in your community and share experiences. All languages and levels are welcome. Topics might include everyday life situations, American culture, things to do for fun, news, pop culture, or topics you are interested in. Groups are led by a trained facilitator. There is no registration required. We hope to see you there!

Bad Art Night for Adults

Fri, Dec 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

Discover engaging activities, enjoy light refreshments, and meet good company.

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Looking to expand your reading into new genres and formats? Join the North Highlands-Antelope Library Adult Book Group for friendly discussion and light refreshments as we explore contemporary and classic novels, science fiction, mystery, nonfiction, biographies, and more. We meet every third Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room. New members are always welcome!

Sing and Play: Family Music Exploration

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

Sat, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us every third Saturday of the month to sing family friendly songs from the month's featured genre of music. We will have shakers, drums, bells, and other noise makers for everyone to be able to play along with songs. Learn about different genres of music, hear different instruments, and come play along with us! This program is targeted for families with children ages 0-10. *Please note that this event may be loud for noise sensitive participants.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

Sat, Dec 21, 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 - Nothing to See Here

Sat, Dec 21, 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 Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson. New members are always welcome!

Adult Book Group: Mystery - 19th Christmas by James Patterson

Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing 19th Christmas by James Patterson.

Family Makerspace Program! - Intro to 3D Printing...and More!

Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central

Join us for a Family program in the Central Makerspace!

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Dec 21, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Teen Volunteer Training

Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Saturday Movie Matinee - Inside Out 2

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for a fun family new release movie! This month we're watching Inside Out 2. Light snacks and refreshments will be available.

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

This month our Book Group will be reading Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano.

Teen Advisory Board

Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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.

Sat, Dec 21, 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.

STEAM for Kids - DIY Wreaths

Sat, Dec 21, 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 Space - Holiday Fun

Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Enjoy a holiday movie and themed snacks for teens ages 13-19. Includes holiday activities selected by Sylvan Oaks Library Teen Advisory Board.

Drop-in Teen Volunteering

Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden-Dimick Library

Teens, drop-in on the third Saturday of the month, help library staff with projects, and get up to 2 hours volunteer credit.

Trivia Night

Sat, Dec 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Test your knowledge of trivia at Arden-Dimick's Trivia Night.

Teen Makerspace Time - Come Chill, 3D Print & More!

Sat, Dec 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Central

Join us for a Teen program in the Central Library Makerspace!

Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815

Cancelled

Wed, Dec 25, 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.

Wed, Dec 25, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Dec 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

The Courtland Library Book Group meets the last Wednesday of each month. Come in any time to check out the next title.

Wed, Dec 25, 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.

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Bookmobile - Albert Einstein Senior Residence, 1935 Wright St, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Cancelled

Baby Explore and Learn

Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Isleton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Thu, Dec 26, 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!

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Cancelled

Thu, Dec 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Bookmobile - Varenna Senior Apartments, 2351 Wyda Way, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Thu, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for our Coffee and Company program to enjoy good company with light refreshments.

STEAM: Bilingual Book Exploration

Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rio Linda

Come and join us to learn the story of a STEAM trailblazer! This session will include a STEAM-based activity that you can take home at the end of the program. This program is in English and Spanish.

Bookmobile - Arden Villa Senior Apartments, 1588 Morse Ave, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 26, 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.

Bookmobile - Country Club Manor Sr Residence, 2100 Butano Dr, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 26, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

Thu, Dec 26, 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 - Henson Gardens Senior Apartments, 1225 Morse Ave, Sacramento

Thu, Dec 26, 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 - Elf Screening

Thu, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Discover engaging activities, enjoy light refreshments, and meet good company.

Thu, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills.

Cancelled

Thu, Dec 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler).

Youth Space: Game On!

Thu, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Cancelled

Fri, Dec 27, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824

Fri, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

1-on-1 Tech Help

Cancelled

Walk & Talk

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Dec 27, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

Senior Social

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.

Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Teen Space: Art & Journaling

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Cancelled

Teen Volunteer Drop-In

Fri, Dec 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Help with general library support tasks & projects, plus receive volunteer orientation materials & training for volunteer shifts outside of drop-in hours. No registration or sign up is required; please bring any paperwork that needs to be signed!

STEAM For Kids

Fri, Dec 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

McKinley

Join the McKinley Library for STEAM activities for kids. We'll explore a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity on the fourth Friday of each month.

Fri, Dec 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Carmichael

Learn a new hobby or practice a current one with fellow teens!

Fri, Dec 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Sat, Dec 28, 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.

Adult Space - Creative Connections

Sat, Dec 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Dec 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month as we discover a variety of activities.

Adult Book Group - Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Sat, Dec 28, 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: Paint and Sip

Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Rio Linda

You don't have to be an artist to try this class! Paint, sip delicious drinks, and unleash your inner artist as you create a magnificent piece of art. All supplies will be provided.

Sensory Friendly Family Movie - Abominable

Sat, Dec 28, 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.

Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 12:15pm

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 "Abominable" (Rated PG | Run time: 97 minutes).

STEAM for Families - Coding with Legos

Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Participants will build a Lego maze and develop their coding skills! This is a great introduction to coding and Lego builders in general.

Adult Book Group: Book to Movie - Bring Your Own Book!

Sat, Dec 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Read the book. Watch the film. Do both (or neither)!

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Dec 28, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

One-On-One Tech Help

Sat, Dec 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main floor

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Family STEAM

Sat, Dec 28, 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 Cup Planetariums

Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Sat, Dec 28, 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, Dec 28, 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, Dec 28, 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Stock Ranch Sr Living, 7418 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Sierra Meadows Senior Mobile, 7600 Daly Ave, Citrus Heights

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.

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.

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.

Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs on the 3rd Floor.

Fri, Jan 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Storytime for babies up to 24 months

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.

Fri, Jan 03, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

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.

Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

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.

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.

Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Teens, come to the library for a program just for you! We will have snacks, games, and crafts. Bring friends or come make friends. We provide the stuff, you just need to bring yourself!

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

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.

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.

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

Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Join us on the 1st Saturday of each month where we will do a variety of activities; arts and crafts, hands-on activities, health & wellness, gardening, conversation, learning opportunities, etc.

Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Adult Social

Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

A social space for older adults

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.

Adult Book Group: Non-Fiction - Stay True: A Memoir by Hua Hsu

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.

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: Build with LEGO® Bricks

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.

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

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

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.

Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources - Learn to connect to the library's many resources

Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

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.

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Bookmobile - Vintage Laguna Senior Apts., 9210 Big Horn Blvd, Elk Grove

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Meadows Senior Residence, 9325 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove

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.

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.

Tue, Jan 07, 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

Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

The South Natomas Library is reading James by Percival Everett.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

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.

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.

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

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.

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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

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.

Wed, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Wed, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

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.

Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rio Linda

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

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.

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.

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.

Wed, Jan 08, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

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.

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.

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can get help on their homework.

SacTown Sci-Fi - Hyperion

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

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.

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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Mercy McMahon Senior Residence, 3865 J St, Sacramento

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.

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Eskaton Monroe Lodge, 3225 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento

Thu, Jan 09, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

Use our 3D printers and other equipment to make your ideas into reality.

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.

Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento

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.

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

Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Orangevale

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Teen Space With Therapy Dogs

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).

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.

Thu, Jan 09, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Teen Advisory Board - Franklin

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.

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

Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mindful Artmaking for Adults

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.

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.

Fri, Jan 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Storytime for babies up to 24 months

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.

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.

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.

Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

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.

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 Volunteer Drop-In

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 and 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.

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.

Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Isleton

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

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.

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.

Adult Book Group: The Waters

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.

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!

Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Adult Book Group - Classics

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.

Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Ella K. McClatchy

Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.

Classics Reading Group

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.

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.

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: Build with Lego Bricks

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.

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.

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!

Bookmobile - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Golden Palms Mobile Home Park, 8181 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Join us for songs, rhymes, lap-sit activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of babies and toddlers.

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.

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.

Bookmobile - Golden Pond Senior Residence, 3415 Mayhew Rd, Sacramento

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.

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

Tue, Jan 14, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.