Name: Navigating Academic Databases
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Location: Sylvan Oaks

Navigating Academic Databases

2025-07-12 12:30:00 2025-07-12 13:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Navigating Academic Databases Young adults in - or about to enroll in - college, learn how to best utilize academic databases and library resources when doing research for schoolwork. Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Saturday, July 12
12:30pm - 1:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-12 12:30:00 2025-07-12 13:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Navigating Academic Databases Young adults in - or about to enroll in - college, learn how to best utilize academic databases and library resources when doing research for schoolwork. Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Sylvan Oaks

Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Young adults in - or about to enroll in - college, learn how to best utilize academic databases and library resources when doing research for schoolwork.

Come see this presentation by an academic librarian and a public librarian about successfully navigating academic databases and free library resources. Learn how to utilize Boolean search terms, check-out textbooks free from the library, and much more!

This is a hybrid program; those who can't make it in person, follow this link to register for the Zoom meeting: https://engage.saclibrary.org/event/13444961

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Classes & Workshops | Authors & Speakers |

Sylvan Oaks

Hours

About the branch

Sylvan Oaks Library is adjacent to Crossroads Park near the corner of Auburn Blvd. and Van Maren Ln. It has two study rooms, a reservable meeting room, and an assistive communication device.

Upcoming Events

Explore and Learn - Hagginwood Community Center, , 3271 Marysville Blvd.

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

Offsite

Join us at the Hagginwood Community Center 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 - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, Mar 17, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us at the South Sacramento Family Resource Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Bookmobile - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Tue, Mar 17, 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, borrow books, movies and more.

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe / Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

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

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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

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

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise 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.

Tech Help

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

North Highlands - Antelope

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Mar 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.

Explore and Learn

Tue, Mar 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library 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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Tue, Mar 17, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas 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 Space Game Day

Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Play games and meet new people!

Tech Help

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Schedule an appointment to meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Adult Book Group: Mystery - We Solve Murders, by Richard Osman

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

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

The Rancho Cordova Library is reading "We Solve Murders" by Richard Osman.

Teen Advisory Board - North Natomas

Tue, Mar 17, 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.

Family Storytime

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

Walnut Grove

Join us every Tuesday at 4:00pm for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Friends of the Library Meeting - Rio Linda

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

Rio Linda

Friends of the Library hosted meeting to discuss volunteer activities, including donation sorting and book sales, among other items. The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome to join.

English Conversation Group

Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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. Open to all levels. No registration required.

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

Wed, Mar 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

Mobile Services 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, Mar 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - By Appointment

Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Free Tax Assistance by Appointment

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 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.

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas 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, Mar 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.

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Wed, Mar 18, 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.

Rescheduled

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

New date Wednesday, March 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate

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, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick 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, Mar 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.

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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, Mar 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

A Matter of Balance

Wed, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Agency on Aging Area 4 is offering this fun, socially engaging educational workshop for older adults at the Orangevale Library for FREE!

Baby Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby. This program is designed for parents and caregivers with babies birth to 18 months.

Mobile Library at Pat O'Brien Community Center - 8025 Waterman Rd., Sacramento, CA 95829

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

Bookmobile

The library's Mobile Services team will be at the Pat O'Brien Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, borrow books, movies, and more.

Video Game Arcade

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

Del Paso Heights

Join us to test your gaming skills using the Nintendo Switch!

Teen Space

Wed, Mar 18, 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, Mar 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.

Chess Club

Wed, Mar 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.

Harm Reduction Services

Wed, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Visit the HRS mobile unit in the parking lot for free resources and services.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Mar 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.

Teen Space - Hexaflexagons

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

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

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

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 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.

Adult Book Group: Nonfiction

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

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Join us each month on the third Wednesday at 4:00 PM for this "Reader's Choice" style book group. Participants have the opportunity to share and discover nonfiction books through discussion.

Rescheduled

STEAM for Kids - Building Bridges Part 1

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

New date Wednesday, March 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Franklin

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

Adult Space: Crafting - Paint a Pot

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

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

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

Grownups Unite! A Graphic Novel Book Group - Banned Book Club by Kim Hyun Sook and Ryan Estrada

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

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

A virtual graphic novel book group for adults

Library AF Book Group - Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Offsite

Join the Library AF book group at 2031 K St for our monthly meetup discussion!

Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place

Thu, Mar 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 to meet others and play together.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

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

North Highlands - Antelope

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Baby Explore and Learn - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

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

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Baby Explore and Learn. Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby.

Bookmobile - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center joining the Explore and Learn Program in room 106. Visit us to get a library card, borrow books, and more.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 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.

Baby Storytime

Thu, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael - Carmichael 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 - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement, activities and stories designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Art: Acrylic Painting

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join art instructor, Deidre Trudeau, as she walks through the process of creating a painting to take home.

This event is full

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

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

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

1-on-1 Financial Coaching

Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Study Room 1

1-on-1 Financial Coaching provided by Internal Rescue Committee in partnership with the City of Sacramento's Financial Empowerment Center. Appointment Required

Teen Space

Thu, Mar 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Mar 19, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Artful Afternoons for Adults - Button Art

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for a fun afternoon of arts & crafts for grown-ups!

This event is full

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

McKinley

Youth ages 10-17 are welcome to volunteer at McKinley Library on Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Adult Space

Thu, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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

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

STEAM for Kids

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

Isleton

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

Read to a Dog

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

Carmichael - Carmichael 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.

STEAM for Kids - Rocket Propulsion

Thu, Mar 19, 3:30pm - 4:40pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us every second Thursday at 3:30 pm to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEAM).

STEAM for Kids

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

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

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

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Interested in learning about D&D? Looking for fellow adventurers? Join us! Already on a quest? Bring it to the library!

Adult Space

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

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

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

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Explore and Learn - George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan St.

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

Offsite

Join us at the George Sim Community Center 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

Fri, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tech Help

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

Rio Linda

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Space

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Mar 20, 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - Free tax preparation to seniors & low-income families.

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 3:30pm

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

AARP will provide free tax preparation services to seniors and low-income households. Appointments required.

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tech Help

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

Central

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Mar 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick 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 under 2.

Adult Space Knitting

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

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

Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.

English Conversation Group (All Levels) - Virtual

Fri, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Tech Help

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

Southgate

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

Tech Help

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

Rio Linda

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Mar 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.

Cancelled

Teen Art Lab - Open Studio

Fri, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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.

Harm Reduction Services

Fri, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Southgate

Visit the HRS mobile unit in the parking lot for free resources and services.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Mar 20, 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.

Tween Book Group

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

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of our book of the month!

English Conversation Group

Fri, Mar 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.

Family Art Program

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

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

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

Family Game Time

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

Southgate

Join us the third Friday of every month for an evening of fun for the whole family! All ages welcome.

Bad Art Night

Fri, Mar 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

Join us for Bad Art Night! Our relaxed, judgment-free creative gathering where all supplies and mocktails are provided. Come make something wonderfully imperfect!

Family Storytime

Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Belle Cooledge

Sat, Mar 21, 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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Heart Health Presentation

Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Learn how to care for your heart! Join us for an information session, presented by the American Heart Association.

STEAM - LEGO® Robotics

Sat, Mar 21, 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 design, build and program a Lego robot and learn STEAM skills with this fun, hands-on project.

Family Storytime

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

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

Adult Book Group

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

North Highlands - Antelope

Join the North Highlands-Antelope Library Adult Book Group for friendly discussion and light refreshments.

Baby Storytime

Sat, Mar 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.

Rescheduled

Adult Book Group: Classics - Huckleberry Finn and James

Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, April 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy

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

Rescheduled

Adult Book Group: Classics Virtual - Huckleberry Finn and James

Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, April 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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.

Adult Book Group: Mystery - Mrs. Christine and the Mystery Guild Library

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

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing Mrs. Christie and the Mystery Guild Library by Amanda Chapman.

Adult Book Group - The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz

Sat, Mar 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us in the Community Room of the Carmichael Library for beverages and good conversation! This month we'll be discussing The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz. New group members are always welcome!

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

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

Central

Join us for a Family-oriented program in the Central Makerspace!

This event is full

Explore and Learn

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

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick 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.

Norcal Bats

Sat, Mar 21, 11:00am - 11:50am

Rio Linda

Meet real, live bats up close in the library!

Garden Prep Party

Sat, Mar 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Colonial Heights

Join us in the Library garden to weed and refresh the space. We'll be prepping the garden bed for spring and summer planting. All ages and gardening levels welcome.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

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

Arcade

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

Adult Book Group

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

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us in-person for a lively and engaging discussion and make new friends! This month we will be reading our next book group selection. Please check back for the title we will be reading.

STEAM for Kids: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Sat, Mar 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

Teen Service Saturday

Sat, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Drop-in volunteer training and hours! On the third Saturday of every month, teen participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library.

STEAM for Kids - Slime

Sat, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

This month we will be experimenting with liquids and solids by making slime

Matinee Movie

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

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for a fun family new release movie on the third Saturday of the month

Teen Drop-In Volunteering

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

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Come help us with projects to earn volunteer credit for school.

Teen Advisory Board - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven

Sat, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Mar 21, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Teen Space

Sat, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Join us each month for a variety of activities: gaming, crafting, movies, chatting, or just plain relaxing.

Superfest Sacramento Showcase

Sat, Mar 21, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Zoom - Sacramento Showcase

Disability Film Festival

Explore and Learn - Hagginwood Community Center, , 3271 Marysville Blvd.

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

Offsite

Join us at the Hagginwood Community Center 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 - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, Mar 24, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us at the South Sacramento Family Resource Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Bookmobile - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Tue, Mar 24, 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, borrow books, movies and more.

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 24, 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, Mar 24, 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 24, 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe / Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Mar 24, 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, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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

Tue, Mar 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Mar 24, 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, Mar 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library 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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Tue, Mar 24, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas 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.

Outreach Library at The Marsha P. Johnson Center-Open House - 7725 Stockton Blvd., Ste O, Sacramento CA 95823

Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at the Marsha P. Johnson Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free WiFi, borrow books, movies and more.

Tech Help

Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Schedule an appointment to meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Walnut Grove

Join us every Tuesday at 4:00pm for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, Mar 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies and more. Open to all levels. No registration required.

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

Wed, Mar 25, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

Mobile Services 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, Mar 25, 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - By Appointment

Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Free Tax Assistance by Appointment

Bookmobile - La Familia Maple Center

Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at the La Familia's Maple Neighborhood Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, and more.

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas 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, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

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, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick 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, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Wed, Mar 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

A Matter of Balance

Wed, Mar 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Agency on Aging Area 4 is offering this fun, socially engaging educational workshop for older adults at the Orangevale Library for FREE!

Adult Book Group

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

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

The Nonie Wetzel Courtland Library Book Group meets the last Wednesday of each month.

Baby Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby. This program is designed for parents and caregivers with babies birth to 18 months.

Teen Space

Wed, Mar 25, 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!

STEAM for Kids - Art Activity

Wed, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 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, Mar 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.

Chess Club

Wed, Mar 25, 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.

Teen Book Group - Looking for Smoke by K.A. Cobell

Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Teens are invited to join us as we discuss popular young adult books.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Mar 25, 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.

Cancelled

Explore and Learn

Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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 for Kids - Building Bridges Part 1

Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Franklin

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

Adult Book Group - Isola: a novel

Wed, Mar 25, 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.

Silent Reading Group meetup - Bring your own book!

Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Offsite

Event Location - 916 Ink (3301 37th Ave, Sac 95824)

Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place

Thu, Mar 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 to meet others and play together.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

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

North Highlands - Antelope

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Baby Explore and Learn - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

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

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Baby Explore and Learn. Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 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.

Baby Storytime

Thu, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael - Carmichael 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 - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

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

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Family Storytime

Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement, activities and stories designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Teen Space

Thu, Mar 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Mar 26, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Adult Space

Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Create a fairy or Hobbit door to display in your garden!

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

McKinley

Youth ages 10-17 are welcome to volunteer at McKinley Library on Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Job Assistance at the Library - Provided by PRIDE Industries

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

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

Job research assistance and interview coaching will be provided by PRIDE Industries at no cost.

Bookmobile - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, Mar 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, borrow books, movies and more.

Adult Space

Thu, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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

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

Read to a Dog

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

Carmichael - Carmichael 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.

Adult Space

Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

Tween Space

Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Calling all pre-teens! Join us in the Sylvan Oaks Community Room to hang out, snack, play games, craft, or watch anime. Every month is a new activity designed for ages 9-12.

Adult Space

Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Found Footage Festival - Live comedy with VHS tapes!

Thu, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Tsakopoulos Library Galleria

Comedy writers Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher will take you on a guided tour of their latest and greatest VHS tapes finds.

Explore and Learn - George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan St.

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

Offsite

Join us at the George Sim Community Center 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

Fri, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

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, Mar 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Space

Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Mar 27, 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - Free tax preparation to seniors & low-income families.

Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 3:30pm

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

AARP will provide free tax preparation services to seniors and low-income households. Appointments required.

Family Storytime

Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tech Help

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

Central

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

Tech Help

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

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Mar 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick 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 under 2.

Adult Space Knitting

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

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

Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.

English Conversation Group (All Levels) - Virtual

Fri, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Tech Help

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

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Mar 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 Drop In Volunteering

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

North Highlands - Antelope

Help with general support tasks & projects, while getting to know & use your local library!

Family Movie - The Secret Garden

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

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Families and children are welcome to join us at Central Library in Kids' Place for crafts, toys and a fun family movie!

English Conversation Group

Fri, Mar 27, 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.

Teen Advisory Board - Franklin

Fri, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 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!

Teen Space: Movie Night - How To Train Your Dragon

Fri, Mar 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for a Teen Movie Night at the North Natomas Library! We will show the original animated How to Train Your Dragon, serve snacks, and provide some additional activities.

Family Storytime

Sat, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Space - Shrinky Dinks Plant Markers - Creative Connections

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

Isleton

Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month at 10:00 am where we will do a variety of activities.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Mar 28, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Family Storytime

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

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Mad Science

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

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for visit from Mad Science

Baby Storytime

Sat, Mar 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.

Rescheduled

Adult Book Group: Classics - Huckleberry Finn and James

Sat, Mar 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, March 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy

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

Rescheduled

Adult Book Group: Classics Virtual - Huckleberry Finn and James

Sat, Mar 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, March 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Adult Space - Rock Painting

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

Rio Linda

Join us for our monthly Adult Space Craft event. This month, we'll be doing rock painting. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided.

Arden-Dimick Book Group at South Natomas - The Women by Kristen Hannah

Sat, Mar 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

South Natomas Library - Community Room

Join us for a discussion about the selected book at the South Natomas library while Arden-Dimick is closed for repairs. The South Natomas Library is located at 2901 Truxel Rd., Sacramento CA 95833.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

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

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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.

Here Comes the Sun: Spring Planting - Presented by Citrus Heights Water District

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

Sylvan Oaks

Learn how to plant seeds with the Citrus Heights Water District!

Bookmobile at George Sim Communty Center-Eggstravaganza - 6207 Logan St, Sacramento, CA 95824

Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at George Sim Community Center during their Eggstravaganza event. Visit to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies and more.

Coffee and Conversation

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

Del Paso Heights

Join us during Adult Space. Bring the project you are currently working on or find a new activity to explore. Light refreshments will be available.

Mobile Library at Oak Park Community Center-Eggin' It On - 3425 Martin Lither King Jr Blvd., Sacramento CA 95817

Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Bookmobile

Join the Library's Mobile Services team during Oak Park Community Center's Eggin' It On egg hunt event. Get a library card, borrow books, movies and more.

Seed Sowing & Plant Exchange

Sat, Mar 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us in the community room to get your spring garden started! Patrons are invited to bring a plant and take a plant for our plant exchange.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

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

Arcade

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

Genealogy: Irish Research - Online and On the Ground

Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual

This presentation will discuss techniques and resources specific to tracing your Irish family and provide tips on what to do, once your research takes you back to the Emerald Isle.

STEAM for Kids

Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

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

Family Art Lab

Sat, Mar 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!

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Mar 28, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Teen Space - Game Night

Sat, Mar 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

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

Teen Service Saturdays

Sat, Mar 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.

Explore and Learn - Hagginwood Community Center, , 3271 Marysville Blvd.

Mon, Mar 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, Mar 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

Explore and Learn

Tue, Mar 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Orangevale

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

Tue, Mar 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.

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

Wed, Apr 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

Mobile Services 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, Apr 01, 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.

1-on-1 Financial Coaching

Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 2:30pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Study Room 1

1-on-1 Financial Coaching provided by Internal Rescue Committee in partnership with the City of Sacramento's Financial Empowerment Center. Appointment Required

AARP Tax-Aide - By Appointment

Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Free Tax Assistance by Appointment

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arden - Dimick

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Explore and Learn

Wed, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas 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, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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.

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Baby Explore and Learn

Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby. This program is designed for parents and caregivers with babies birth to 18 months.

STEAM for Kids

Wed, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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, Apr 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.

Chess Club

Wed, Apr 01, 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.

Harm Reduction Services

Wed, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna

Visit the HRS mobile unit in the parking lot for free resources and services.

Homework Zone

Wed, Apr 01, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 01, 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.

Cancelled

Explore and Learn

Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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 Advisory Board Presents - Bookmark Art Contest Workshop

Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Join us for a workshop day for our Community Bookmark Art Contest. Art supplies will be available for you to make your own bookmark design around the theme of "Nature's Cradle". All ages are welcome!

Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place

Thu, Apr 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 to meet others and play together.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

North Highlands - Antelope

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Baby Explore and Learn - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Baby Explore and Learn. Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby.

Mobile Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, Apr 02, 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, borrow books, movies and more.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael - Carmichael 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 - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Apr 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement, activities and stories designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Senior Social - Game Day

Thu, Apr 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.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Teen Space

Thu, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Minecraft Gaming

Thu, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Enjoy this computer game on our own library server! Participants should be aged 6 - 17; registration is encouraged.

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

McKinley

Youth ages 10-17 are welcome to volunteer at McKinley Library on Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Adult Space

Thu, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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

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

Read to a Dog

Thu, Apr 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael 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.

Homework Zone

Thu, Apr 02, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Adult Space

Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Cancelled

Explore and Learn - George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan St.

Fri, Apr 03, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us at the George Sim Community Center 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

Fri, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, Apr 03, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

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, Apr 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, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Space

Fri, Apr 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 03, 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - Free tax preparation to seniors & low-income families.

Fri, Apr 03, 10:30am - 3:30pm

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

AARP will provide free tax preparation services to seniors and low-income households. Appointments required.

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

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

Arden - Dimick

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 under 2.

Adult Space Knitting

Fri, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.

English Conversation Group (All Levels) - Virtual

Fri, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Tech Help

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

Southgate

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

Family Movie Night - Zootopia 2

Fri, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Join us for a fun family new release movie on the first Friday of the month! Light snacks and refreshments are provided.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 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.

Cancelled

Teen Art Lab - Open Studio

Fri, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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.

Harm Reduction Services

Fri, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Southgate

Visit the HRS mobile unit in the parking lot for free resources and services.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 03, 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.

Cancelled

Anime Cafe

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

Arden - Dimick

Join us to discuss anime and manga with other anime fans, play video games, enjoy anime-themed crafts and activities, and have a new special activity every month.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 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.

STEAM for Kids - Perler Beads

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

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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, Apr 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Space - Modified Yoga with Coach Sara

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

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

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

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

Adult Social

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick

A socializing style program intended for older adults.

Baby Storytime

Sat, Apr 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: Classics - Huckleberry Finn and James

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

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

Adult Book Group: Classics Virtual - Huckleberry Finn and James

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

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

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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.

Adult Book Group: Non-Fiction - The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan

Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan.

Story and Play with AAC

Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for vocabulary-driven stories and activities designed for children using or learning to use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

Mobile Library at Easter in the Park - Fourth Avenue Park, 4040 4th Avenue Sacramento, CA 95817

Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at Easter in the Park. Visit to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies and more.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Adult Book Group: Fiction - The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez

Sat, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

The Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library is reading The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez

Genealogy: Getting To Know You

Sat, Apr 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Orangevale

Learn more about genealogy with our volunteers from the Root Cellar Genealogical Society

Enchanted Party

Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Celebrate fantasy and magic with crafts and activities! The Pixie Tribe will be doing face painting and balloon twisting. Costumes encouraged, but keep in mind we'll be using paint. All ages welcome!

Cancelled

Adult Social Gaming

Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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.

Bookmobile at Pat O'Brien Community Center - Underwater Egg Hunt-8025 Waterman Rd, Sacramento, CA 95829

Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

The library's Mobile Services team will be at the Pat O'Brien Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies and more.

Sacramento Children's Museum

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Get ready for a playful, exploratory afternoon with Sacramento Children's Museum!

Genealogy: Book a Genealogist

Sat, Apr 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

Cancelled

ASL Social

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Come enjoy games, crafts and conversation in American Sign Language.

Teen Advisory Board - Valley Hi-North Laguna Library

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna 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.

Teen Advisory Board - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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.

Genealogy: Book a Genealogist

Sat, Apr 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

Adult Space - Crafting

Sat, Apr 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

This month's activity: paper lanterns

STEAM for Kids

Sat, Apr 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

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 - Hagginwood Community Center, , 3271 Marysville Blvd.

Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us at the Hagginwood Community Center 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 - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, Apr 07, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us at the South Sacramento Family Resource Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe / Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 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.

Tai Chi for Adults

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

Franklin

Join us for a 3-week series of free, introductory Tai Chi classes for adults. Tai Chi develops focus and promotes health and relaxation through movement and deep meditation. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 10:30am

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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

Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library 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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Tue, Apr 07, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas 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 Space Game Day

Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Play games and meet new people!

Tech Help

Tue, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Schedule an appointment to meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Homework Zone

Tue, Apr 07, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Adult Book Group

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

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

The South Natomas Library Book Group is reading The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai for the month of April.

Family Storytime

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

Walnut Grove

Join us every Tuesday at 4:00pm for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies and more. Open to all levels. No registration required.

Adult Book Group - The Wilderness

Tue, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

The Walnut Grove Library Book Group is reading The Wilderness by Angela Flournoy.

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

Wed, Apr 08, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

Mobile Services 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, Apr 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - By Appointment

Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Free Tax Assistance by Appointment

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Arden - Dimick

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Explore and Learn

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

South Natomas - South Natomas 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, Apr 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, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

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

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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

Recharge @ the Library

Wed, Apr 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Recharge your devices at the North Highlands-Antelope Library.

Baby Explore and Learn

Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby. This program is designed for parents and caregivers with babies birth to 18 months.

STEAM for Kids

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

STEAM for Kids - Shrinky Dinks

Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

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

English Conversation Group

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

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 08, 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.

Comic Cafe

Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Teens and tweens are invited to attend our Comic Cafe and enjoy snacks, fun activities and games, and space to talk with other teens about comics, manga, anime, and graphic novels.

Explore and Learn

Wed, Apr 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.

Bach to Beyonce' by UBG Strings - early show

Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central

Bridging generations with music.

Library AF Book Group - Cultish

Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Offsite

Calling all adult readers (and those still young at heart!). The Library AF book group meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Sacramento LGBT Center.

Bach to Beyonce' by UBG Strings - late show

Wed, Apr 08, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Central

Bridging generations with music.

Explore and Learn - in Kids' Place

Thu, Apr 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 to meet others and play together.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Baby Explore and Learn - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Baby Explore and Learn. Meet other parents and caregivers in your community while enjoying fun learning activities with your baby.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 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.

Cancelled

Art: Acrylic Painting

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Join art instructor, Deidre Trudeau, as she walks through the process of creating a painting to take home.

Baby Storytime

Thu, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael - Carmichael 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 - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us at the Pannell Meadowview Community Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement, activities and stories designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Teen Space

Thu, Apr 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Apr 09, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

McKinley

Youth ages 10-17 are welcome to volunteer at McKinley Library on Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Reentry Resource Fair

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

This is an opportunity to connect with resource providers from around Sacramento to gather information in support of reentry.

Mobile Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center! Visit us to get a library card, borrow books, movies and more.

Adult Space

Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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

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

Teen Space

Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Come study, hang out, meet other teens in a space dedicated to you. Snacks provided, bring a friend!

Teen Space with Therapy Dogs

Thu, Apr 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

North Natomas

Teens, join the library once a month after school to pet and snuggle trained therapy dogs!

Read to a Dog

Thu, Apr 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael 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.

Homework Zone

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

Franklin

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

Adult Space

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Explore and Learn - George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan St.

Fri, Apr 10, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us at the George Sim Community Center 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

Fri, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

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, Apr 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.

Nature's Critters - at Library Insiders

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Meet wild animals up close!

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Space

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 10, 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.

AARP Tax-Aide - Free tax preparation to seniors & low-income families.

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 3:30pm

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

AARP will provide free tax preparation services to seniors and low-income households. Appointments required.

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

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

Arden - Dimick

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 under 2.

Adult Space Knitting

Fri, Apr 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Beginning knitters welcome to join in on the fun.

English Conversation Group (All Levels) - Virtual

Fri, Apr 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group with a trained facilitator. All levels welcome. Register with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/r44EHAD3KM. Or, email literacy@saclibrary.org.

Classic Movie Friday - Citizen Kane

Fri, Apr 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. Refreshments provided by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.

Tech Help

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

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 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.

Cancelled

Teen Drop In Volunteering

Fri, Apr 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Help with general support tasks & projects, while getting to know & use your local library!

Read to a Dog

Fri, Apr 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.

Cancelled

Teen Advisory Board

Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 10, 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.

STEAM for Kids - Catapults and Creatures

Fri, Apr 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-After Hours Gaming

Fri, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Isleton

We're opening up the space quarterly for an after- hours Teen Space!

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Book Discussion: "Tom Lake: A Novel"

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

Isleton

The Isleton Library Book Group meets the second Saturday of each month.

Adult Book Group: Come and Get It

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

Sylvan Oaks

Join us for a friendly chat over one book selected for each month.

Mixed Media Art Journaling

Sat, Apr 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!

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Basic Computer Skills for Beginners

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

A monthly session to learn basic computer skills. Perfect for beginners looking to build confidence with everyday technology.

Baby Storytime

Sat, Apr 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

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

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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.

California?s Nine National Parks w/ the Renaissance Society

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Enjoy a presentation and discussion on the nine national parks in California ? Redwood, Lassen, Yosemite, Pinnacles, King?s Canyon, Sequoia, Joshua Tree, Death Valley, and the Channel Islands.

This event is full

Adult Space - [activity if applicable]

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Culture through Cloth: Threads of Belonging Workshop Series, - A Handwoven Mural & Workshop Series

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

A hands-on workshop about the upcoming Threads of Belonging mural. Experience how textile traditions carry memory, identity, belonging, and resilience-connecting cultures and people in Sacramento.

Coffee and Conversation

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Join us during Adult Space. Bring the project you are currently working on or find a new activity to explore. Light refreshments will be available.

Adult Book Group: Quick Reads - The Motorcycle Diaries

Sat, Apr 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm

McKinley

Quick Reads are books of less than 250 pages. Join us each month on the second Saturday at 11:30 a.m. for lively discussions with other readers.

Teen Service Saturday

Sat, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Rancho Cordova

A drop-in volunteer session for ages 13-19 where you can earn community service credits!

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Between the Covers: Romance Book Group - Is She Really Going Out with Him? by Sophie Cousens

Sat, Apr 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.

Cancelled

Kids + Teens BYO Book Group - Bring Your Own Book!

Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Meet up with fellow readers in a relaxed, welcoming setting. All reading is good reading, and all books are welcome!

Sacramento Children's Museum - Building & Engineering

Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Design, build, test, and tinker! Join us and our friends from the Sacramento Children's Museum for a special STEAM program for kids based around the concepts of building and engineering.

STEAM: Build with Lego Bricks

Sat, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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.

Family Art Lab

Sat, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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!

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

STEAM for Kids - Painting without Paintbrushes

Sat, Apr 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

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

Teen Service Saturdays

Sat, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Arcade

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.

Teen Advisory Board - Carmichael

Sat, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael 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.

Explore and Learn - Hagginwood Community Center, , 3271 Marysville Blvd.

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us at the Hagginwood Community Center 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 - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, Apr 14, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us at the South Sacramento Family Resource Center for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Are you in need of housing or assistance? Housing and resource navigators are available at Southgate Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe / Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 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.

Tai Chi for Adults

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

Franklin

Join us for a 3-week series of free, introductory Tai Chi classes for adults. Tai Chi develops focus and promotes health and relaxation through movement and deep meditation. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 7 2026 at 10:30am

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights 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

Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ? Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Apr 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, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library 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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Tue, Apr 14, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas 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.

Tech Help

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Schedule an appointment to meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Homework Zone

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

Franklin

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Walnut Grove

Join us every Tuesday at 4:00pm for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies and more. Open to all levels. No registration required.

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