Name: Summer Reading Celebration for Families
Start: 2025-05-17T14:00
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Location: Valley Hi - North Laguna

Summer Reading Celebration for Families

2025-05-17 14:00:00 2025-05-17 15:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Summer Reading Celebration for Families Celebrate the start of Summer Reading with the Ohana Dance Group and enjoy art activities. Valley Hi - North Laguna -

Saturday, May 17
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-17 14:00:00 2025-05-17 15:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Summer Reading Celebration for Families Celebrate the start of Summer Reading with the Ohana Dance Group and enjoy art activities. Valley Hi - North Laguna -

Valley Hi - North Laguna

Celebrate the start of Summer Reading with the Ohana Dance Group and enjoy art activities.

Families are invited to celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading at the Valley Hi-North Laguna Library! Learn about Hawaii and dance with the Ohana Dance Group, enjoy art activities, and sign up for Summer Reading. Free ice cream will be served while supplies last. The Valley Hi-North Laguna Friends of the Library sponsors this program.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | Adults |

Valley Hi - North Laguna

Hours

About the branch

Located next to Shasta Community Park, Valley Hi-North Laguna Library has 2 study rooms, a gender-neutral restroom, a Telehealth Booth, and a reservable meeting room.

Upcoming Events

Explore and Learn Playgroup - 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 Playgroup - 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.

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.

This event is full

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.

¡Gol! Copa mundial de lectura - Programa de cuentos bilingüe - Goal! A Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime

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

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Celebremos Día con diversión familiar de estilo futbolero | Celebrate Día with soccer themed family fun.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

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 Playgroup

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.

Outreach Library - 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 Playgroup

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

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn Playgroup, 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 Playgroup

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 Playgroup

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 Playgroup

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 Playgroup

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 Playgroup

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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

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

Rio Linda

Join us for Explore and Learn Playgroup, 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.

Teen Space

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

Rio Linda

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for games, crafts, hanging out with other teens, and of course, books!

STEAM for Kids - Simple Circuits

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.

Cancelled

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 08, 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.

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 (2031 K St).

Bach to Beyonce' by UBG Strings - late show

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

Central

Bridging generations with music.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 09, 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 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 Playgroup - 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 Playgroup - 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.

Family Storytime

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

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.

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.

Outreach 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.

Cancelled

STEAM for Kids - Collage with Paint & Paper

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

North Highlands - Antelope

Design colorful collages using paint, paper, and mixed materials.

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 Playgroup - 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.

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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

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

Franklin

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

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.

Tech Help

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

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

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

Isleton

Meet other teens, and hang out at the library! This program is designed for teens (ages 13- 19). No registration is necessary; drop-ins are welcome. Teen space is on the 2nd Friday of every month.

Cancelled

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: The Persians: 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 - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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.

Adult Book Group: Classics - Bleak House by Charles Dickens

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

Ella K. McClatchy

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

Adult Book Group: Classics (Virtual) - Bleak House by Charles Dickens

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

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

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

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 - Tile Painting

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.

Bring Your Own Book Group - The No-Homework Book Group

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

Rio Linda

Join us for a discussion of all things books (tv, and movies...)

Adult Book Group: Quick Reads - Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates

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.

Rescheduled

Adult Book Group: Quick Reads - The Motorcycle Diaries

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

New date Saturday, June 13, 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.

STEAM: Ozobots

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

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects on the second Saturday of the month at 2 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!

STEAM for Kids

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

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

STEAM: Build with Lego Bricks

Sat, 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!

¡Gol! Copa mundial de lectura - Programa de cuentos bilingüe - Goal! A Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime

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

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

Celebremos Día con diversión familiar de estilo futbolero | Celebrate Día with soccer themed family fun.

Cancelled

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

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

Central

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 Playgroup - 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 Playgroup - 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 Playgroup

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 Playgroup

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.

Outreach Library - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, Apr 15, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 15, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 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 - Rancho Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 15, 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 15, 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.

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

Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Del Paso Heights

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

Teen Space

Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Chess Club

Wed, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Harm Reduction Services

Wed, Apr 15, 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 15, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 15, 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

Adult Space: Crafting

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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

Teen Space - Crystal Suncatchers

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

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

Adult Book Group: Nonfiction

Wed, Apr 15, 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.

STEAM for Kids - Building Bridges Part 2

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Franklin

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

Insects 101 with Ralph Washington, Jr.

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Local enthusiast Ralph Washington Jr. will present a brief insects presentation followed by a hands-on experience with several specimens (hissing roaches! Walking sticks!) both live and preserved

Grownups Unite! A Graphic Novel Book Group - Absolute Wonder Woman: The Last Amazon by Kelly Thompson

Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

A virtual graphic novel book group for adults

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, Apr 16, 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 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

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

Thu, Apr 16, 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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, Apr 16, 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 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 16, 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 Playgroup - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Apr 16, 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 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

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

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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 16, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Artful Afternoons for Adults - Leather Wrap Bracelet

Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Apr 16, 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 16, 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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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 16, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

STEAM for Kids

Thu, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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!

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 16, 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

Prom Drive Giveaway Setup

Fri, Apr 17, All day

Arcade

TBA

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

Fri, Apr 17, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

¡Gol! Copa mundial de lectura - Programa de cuentos bilingüe - Goal! A Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Celebremos Día con diversión familiar de estilo futbolero | Celebrate Día with soccer themed family fun.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

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

Tech Help

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Rio Linda

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 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 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 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 17, 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 17, 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 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Tech Help

Fri, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Teen Art Lab - Open Studio

Fri, Apr 17, 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 17, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Southgate

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

Cancelled

Family Art Program

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

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

Tween Book Group

Fri, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 4th Floor

Practice speaking English in a friendly small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners. We will meet on the first and third Friday of every month in Room 409.

Family Game Time

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Teen Gaming

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Do you like to play video games? Join us to test your skills in video games for prizes and enjoy light snacks. This program is for teens ages 13 - 19.

Bookmark Art Contest Workshop - Presented by Franklin's Teen Advisory Board

Fri, Apr 17, 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!

Bad Art Night for Adults

Fri, Apr 17, 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, Apr 18, 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 18, 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, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Shop gently used and donated books and materials at the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Outreach Library - Oak Park Family Health Day - University of the Pacific, 3200 5th Avenue

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

The Library's Mobile Services team will be at the University of the Pacific! Visit us to get a library card, borrow books, movies and more.

STEAM - LEGO® Robotics

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Led by a team of student instructors, kids ages 9 to 14 will work in groups to design, build and program a Lego robot and learn STEAM skills with this fun, hands-on project.

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Cancelled

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Colonial 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.

STEAM for Kids - in partnership with FIRST Robotics Team 3598

Sat, Apr 18, 10:45am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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

Cancelled

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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: Mystery - Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall.

Adult Book Group - Family Family by Laurie Frankel

Sat, Apr 18, 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 Family Family by Laurie Frankel. New group members are always welcome!

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

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central

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

This event is full

¡Gol! Copa mundial de lectura - Programa de cuentos bilingüe - Goal! A Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights Meeting Room

Celebremos Día con diversión familiar de estilo futbolero | Celebrate Día with soccer themed family fun.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Adult Book Group

Sat, Apr 18, 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.

Bubble Science

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Explore the science of bubbles with an interactive and hands-on program with local author, Jazmine Williams.

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks.LEGO® bricks are for ages 5 and up. We will have Duplo blocks for the younger kids

Teen Service Saturday

Sat, Apr 18, 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.

Cancelled

Teen Drop-in Volunteering

Sat, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Students in Grades 6-12: come help us with projects to earn volunteer credit for school.

Matinee Movie

Sat, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

STEAM for Kids - Seed Sowing

Sat, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

This month we will be planting seeds!

Acrylic Art Painting - with A Brush of Creativity

Sat, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 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.

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

Mon, Apr 20, 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 Playgroup - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, Apr 21, 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 21, 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 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe / Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

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

Tai Chi for Adults

Tue, Apr 21, 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 14 2026 at 10:30am

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 21, 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 Playgroup

Tue, Apr 21, 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 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Tue, Apr 21, 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 21, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, Apr 21, 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 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Play games and meet new people!

Tech Help

Tue, Apr 21, 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 - All the Colors of the Dark, by Chris Whitaker

Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

The Rancho Cordova Library is reading "All the Colors of the Dark" by Chris Whitaker.

Homework Zone

Tue, Apr 21, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Teen Advisory Board - North Natomas

Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Do you want a say in what the library does for teens? Want to earn volunteer credit or gain leadership skills? Join the Teen Advisory Board to do all of that and make new friends at the same time.

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 21, 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 21, 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.

Outreach Library - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, Apr 22, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Outreach Library at La Familia's Maple Neighborhood Center - 3301 37th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95824

Wed, Apr 22, 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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 22, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 22, 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 22, 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, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rio Linda

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for games, crafts, hanging out with other teens, and of course, books!

STEAM for Kids - Scribble Robots

Wed, Apr 22, 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 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Chess Club

Wed, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Homework Zone

Wed, Apr 22, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 22, 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.

Adult Book Group - Everything is tuberculosis

Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us each month on the fourth Wednesday at 5pm for lively discussions about diverse titles, authors, topics, and content.

One Book, One Coast: Adult Book Discussion - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Join the largest book club on the West Coast and find programming inspired by "They Called Us Enemy" at your local library.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, Apr 23, 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 23, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

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

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

Friends of the Library Meeting - Rancho Cordova

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 23, 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 Playgroup - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

Thu, Apr 23, 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 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

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

Family Storytime

Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 23, 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 23, 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 23, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

Cancelled

Job Assistance at the Library - Provided by PRIDE Industries

Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sylvan Oaks

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

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, Apr 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Adult Space

Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

Tween Space

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

Friends of the Library Meeting - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven

Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

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.

Silent Reading Group with ARPF - Bring Your Own Book!

Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Offsite

River Bend Park - 2300 Rod Beaudry Dr, Sac 95827

Cancelled

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

Fri, Apr 24, 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

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

Fri, Apr 24, 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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas

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

Cancelled

Adult Space

Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 24, 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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate

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

Tech Help

Fri, Apr 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 24, 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.

Tech Help

Fri, Apr 24, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

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

Adult Space Knitting

Fri, Apr 24, 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 24, 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 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Cancelled

Teen Drop In Volunteering

Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

New venue Teen area

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 25, 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 25, 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 - Felt Creatures - Creative Connections

Sat, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 25, 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.

Baby Storytime

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

¡Gol! Copa mundial de lectura - Programa de cuentos bilingüe - Goal! A Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Celebremos Día con diversión familiar de estilo futbolero | Celebrate Día with soccer themed family fun.

Arden-Dimick Book Group at South Natomas - I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai

Sat, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 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 Space - Yarn Art

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Rio Linda

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

Adult Book Group: Classics - Bleak House by Charles Dickens

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy

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

Adult Book Group: Classics (Virtual) - Bleak House by Charles Dickens

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

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

Kpop Freebie-Making for Adults

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Love Kpop? Want to make giveaway items for your next concert or get-together? Use our supplies to make bracelets, keychains, bookmarks, pins, and more that you can share with fellow fans.

Coffee and Conversation

Sat, Apr 25, 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.

One Book, One Coast: Adult Book Discussion - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join the largest book club on the West Coast and find programming inspired by "They Called Us Enemy" at your local library.

Tween & Teen Gaming Lounge - Presented by the Carmichael Teen Advisory Board

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Level up at the library! Tweens & Teens can join us for an exciting mix of video and tabletop gaming. Bring your own Switch controller (optional). Drop in, play, and power up your fun!

Planting Smart for Longterm Tree Care - Presented by Citrus Heights Water District

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Learn about consistent, proper tree care to ensure trees mature properly and remain healthy.

Volunteer Social

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Belle Cooledge

Join us to connect with your community.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Genealogy: Overview of the Major DNA Testing Company Tools - The Latest Updated Information

Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual

A walk through of each of the major DNA testing companies, their pros and cons and how to use the tools provided by each.

Family Art Lab

Sat, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

We bring the art supplies, you bring the creativity! Families, kids and teens are welcome to join us as the library puts out a variety of art supplies and let everyone make whatever art they want!

One Book, One Coast: STEAM for Kids - Found Object Art

Sat, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Join the largest book club on the West Coast and find programming inspired by "They Called Us Enemy" at your local library.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Apr 25, 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 - Nature Journaling

Sat, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 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.

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

Mon, Apr 27, 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 Playgroup - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, Apr 28, 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 28, 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.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe/Bilingual Storytime - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd

Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bookmobile

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us at the Sam and Bonnie Pannell Community Center for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe / Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 28, 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 Playgroup

Tue, Apr 28, 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 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Tue, Apr 28, 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 28, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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 28, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 28, 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 28, 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.

Outreach Library - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, Apr 29, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 29, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 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 Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 29, 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.

Adult Book Group

Wed, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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 - Legos

Wed, Apr 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Del Paso Heights

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

Teen Space

Wed, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Chess Club

Wed, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Harm Reduction Services

Wed, Apr 29, 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 29, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, Apr 29, 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.

Healthy Food Fun with Health Education Council

Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Join us for a fun and interactive nutrition and food demonstration for kids and families. Learn how to make healthy food choices through hands-on activities, simple recipes, and exciting taste tests.

One Book, One Coast: Adult Book Discussion - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual - Virtual

Join the largest book club on the West Coast and find programming inspired by "They Called Us Enemy" at your local library

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Thu, Apr 30, 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 30, 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 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

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

Thu, Apr 30, 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 30, 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 30, 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 30, 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 Playgroup - Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd.

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

McKinley

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

Family Storytime

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

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.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

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

Central

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

Adult Space

Thu, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, Apr 30, 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.

One Book, One Coast: Adult Space - Documentary Screening - Rabbit in the Moon (1999)

Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Join the largest book club on the West Coast and find programming inspired by "They Called Us Enemy" at your local library.

Read to a Dog

Thu, Apr 30, 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 30, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Cancelled

Butterfly Release

Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Live butterfly release

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, Apr 30, 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 Playgroup - George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan St.

Fri, May 01, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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, May 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Outdoor Family Storytime - at Morse Community Park

Fri, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Morse Community Park

Join us at Morse Community Park (5540 Bellaterra Drive) for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Family Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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.

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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.

Adult Space

Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Tech Help

Fri, May 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 01, 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, May 01, 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, May 01, 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, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 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.

Cancelled

Teen Art Lab - Open Studio

Fri, May 01, 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, May 01, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 01, 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, May 01, 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, May 01, 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

Fri, May 01, 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, May 02, 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.

Adult Space - Modified Yoga with Coach Sara

Sat, May 02, 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, May 02, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

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

Sat, May 02, 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, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick

A socializing style program intended for older adults.

Baby Storytime

Sat, May 02, 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.

Free Comic Book Day

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Free Comic Book Day!

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

Sat, May 02, 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 - How to Know Person

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing How to Know Person by David Brooks.

Story and Play with AAC

Sat, May 02, 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).

One Book, One Coast: Adult Book Discussion - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join the largest book club on the West Coast and find programming inspired by "They Called Us Enemy" at your local library.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Adult Book Group: Fiction - Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

The Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library is reading Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy.

Genealogy: Getting To Know You

Sat, May 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Orangevale

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

Cancelled

Adult Social Gaming

Sat, May 02, 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.

Genealogy: Book a Genealogist

Sat, May 02, 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, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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

May the Fourth Be With You

Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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

Celebrate Star Wars fandom at the library!

Genealogy: Book a Genealogist

Sat, May 02, 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

Registration opens Tuesday, April 7 2026 at 3:30pm

Adult Space - Crafting

Sat, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

This month's activity: TBD

STEAM for Kids

Sat, May 02, 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, May 02, 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.

Community Bookmark Art Contest Exhibition - Presented by Franklin's Teen Advisory Board

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Franklin

Join us for our Community Bookmark Art Contest Exhibition! All bookmark art designs submitted to the contest will be on display, and we'll award prizes to the winners and celebrate art and community.

Bikeramento: Cycling Around Town

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join three local bicycle organizations for free bike maintenance, information about bike safety. Bike crafts and activities will also be available.

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

Mon, May 04, 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 Playgroup - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Fair Oaks

You can drop off your ballot during our regular hours of operation. Check out our table below to find a ballot box near you! All library locations are closed every Sunday and Monday.

Family Storytime

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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, May 05, 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, May 05, 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, May 05, 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 Playgroup

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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 Playgroup

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Adult Space Game Day

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Play games and meet new people!

Explore and Learn

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Natomas

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

Tech Help

Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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

Harm Reduction Resources

Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

In honor of International Harm Reduction Day on May 7th, Harm Reduction Services will be visiting the Ella K. McClatchy Library.

Harm Reduction Resources

Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

In honor of International Harm Reduction Day on May 7th, Harm Reduction Services will be visiting the Rancho Cordova Library.

Homework Zone

Tue, May 05, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Adult Book Group

Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

The South Natomas Library Book Group is reading The Names by Florence Knapp for the month of May.

Family Storytime

Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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 - Pick Your Classic

Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

The Walnut Grove Library Book Group is reading a classic of your choice.

Outreach Library - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, May 06, 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 Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Fair Oaks

You can drop off your ballot during our regular hours of operation. Check out our table below to find a ballot box near you! All library locations are closed every Sunday and Monday.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, May 06, 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 Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 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.

Family Storytime

Wed, May 06, 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 Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 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 Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 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 Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.

Job Assistance at the Library - Provided by PRIDE Industries

Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fair Oaks

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

STEAM for Kids

Wed, May 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Del Paso Heights

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Teen Space

Wed, May 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Chess Club

Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Teen Advisory Board - Franklin

Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Want to earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, meet and collaborate with fellow teens in the community to develop programming/events and so much more? Then join Franklin's Teen Advisory Board!

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 06, 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.

Healthy Food Fun with Health Education Council

Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Join us for a fun and interactive nutrition and food demonstration for kids and families.

Adult Space

Wed, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights Meeting Room

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

The Primaries with CalMatters

Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Join CalMatters CEO Neil Chase and others to discuss the major issues facing California voters in the 2026 primary elections.

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Mon, Apr 06	Closed
Tue, Apr 07	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Apr 08	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Apr 09	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 10	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 11	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 12	Closed

Summer Reading Celebration for Families

Saturday, May 172:00pm - 3:30pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna

Valley Hi - North Laguna

Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 17
2:00pm - 3:30pm