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Location: Walnut Grove

Bad Art Night for Adults

Rainbow Macrame

2025-07-18 17:00:00 2025-07-18 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Bad Art Night for Adults Create your own rainbow macrame piece in a fun, supportive environment where creativity flows without expectations. Walnut Grove -

Friday, July 18
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-18 17:00:00 2025-07-18 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Bad Art Night for Adults Create your own rainbow macrame piece in a fun, supportive environment where creativity flows without expectations. Walnut Grove -

Walnut Grove

Create your own rainbow macrame piece in a fun, supportive environment where creativity flows without expectations.

Join us for a relaxed evening of creative fun! No experience necessary—this is all about enjoying the process without any pressure. We'll provide colorful cord and basic instructions to create your own rainbow macrame wall hanging. Come as you are, make something unique, and enjoy good company while you craft.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Social | Entertainment | Art, Hobbies & Crafts |

Walnut Grove

Hours

About the branch

Located on Market Street near the Sacramento River; Walnut Grove is open from 1-6 PM and has a seed library.

Upcoming Events

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

Registration is now closed

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Colonial Heights

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

Tech Help

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

Central

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

Blood Drive

Fri, May 01, 11:00am - 4:00pm

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

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the Valley Hi-North Laguna Library.

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.

STEAM for Kids

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Circus and Comedy Show with Coventry & Kaluza

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Award-winning circus comedians Coventry & Kaluza bring a variety of skills and thrills to their show, which features juggling, acrobatics, music, comedy, and even hula hooping. All ages welcome!

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

This event is full

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!

Family Movie - The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

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

Del Paso Heights

Join us for a fun family new release movie on the first Saturday of the month! This month we're showing The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Light snacks and refreshments are provided.

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

This event is full

Adult Space - Crafting

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

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

This month's activity: Card making

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.

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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Tue, May 05, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

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

Walnut Grove

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, 10:00am - 11:00am

Walnut Grove

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate

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

Adult Space

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 06, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

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.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Thu, May 07, 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

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

Outdoor Family Storytime

Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Elk Grove Regional Park

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 07, 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.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, May 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

Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

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

Blood Drive

Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the South Natomas Library.

Harm Reduction Resources

Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

In honor of International Harm Reduction Day on May 7th, Sacramento County Opioid Coalition will be visiting the Arcade Library.

Senior Social - Game Day

Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for our Senior Social program to enjoy good company, refreshments, and lively conversation! We'll have card games and board games at the event for everyone to join in and use.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, May 07, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Teen Space

Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Minecraft Gaming

Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, May 07, 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.

Teen Space

Thu, May 07, 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!

Adult Space

Thu, May 07, 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 Builder Space - Cubelets and Hexbugs

Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Enjoy making pathways and mazes for Hexbug robots to navigate, or build your own robot with Cubelets.

Read to a Dog

Thu, May 07, 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.

Anime Cafe

Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks

Teens 13-18 can join us for a monthly screening of classic and contemporary anime. Meet other teens, make a craft based on a fandom, and have a snack. This event is free!

Homework Zone

Thu, May 07, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Adult Space

Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, May 07, 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 08, 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 08, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime - at Morse Community Park

Fri, May 08, 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 08, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 08, 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.

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 08, 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 08, 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 08, 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 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Colonial Heights

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

Intro to 3D Printing

Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arcade

Learn to use the website Tinkercad to design a simple 3D bookmark. Then print it on our Bambu 3D printers. Free registration is required.

This event is full

Tech Help

Fri, May 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 08, 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Fri, May 08, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Arcade

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

Adult Space Knitting

Fri, May 08, 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 08, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Classic Movie Friday - Double Indemnity

Fri, May 08, 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, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 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.

Cancelled

Teen Drop In Volunteering

Fri, May 08, 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, May 08, 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, May 08, 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, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

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

Teen Space

Fri, May 08, 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.

STEAM for Kids - Microscopes and Magnifying Glasses

Fri, May 08, 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.

Family Storytime

Sat, May 09, 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.

Mixed Media Art Journaling

Sat, May 09, 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!

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael 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, May 09, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Adult Book Group: The Salt Stones

Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 11:45am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

The Sylvan Oaks Library is reading The Salt Stones by Helen Whybrow.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Sat, May 09, 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.

Adult Book Group

Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month for Adult Book Group discussion! We read a new book each month, grab a copy at the Isleton Library!

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 09, 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

Basic Computer Skills for Beginners

Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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

Family Storytime

Sat, May 09, 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, May 09, 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, May 09, 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, May 09, 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, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

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

STEAM for Kids - in partnership with FIRST Robotics Team 3598

Sat, May 09, 10:45am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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

Adult Space

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for a look at the iconic images that shape our nation. Enjoy light refreshments as well.

Card Making for Adults

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Make beautiful greeting cards with the iris folding technique. All supplies will be provided. This program is open to ages 16 and up and free registration is required.

Adult Space - Coffee & Conversation

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

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

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

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rio Linda

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

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

Sat, May 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

McKinley

This event is part of the One Book, One Coast shared community reading program.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, May 09, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Between the Covers: Romance Book Group - August Lane by Regina Black

Sat, May 09, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Japanese Taiko Drumming - with Kristy "Aki" Oshiro

Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Come and learn about the Japanese art of taiko! Feel the thunderous sounds of the drums vibrating through your body as language, culture, and history combine into an exciting educational experience.

STEAM: Build with LEGO Bricks

Sat, May 09, 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, May 09, 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, May 09, 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, May 09, 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, May 09, 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!

One Book, One Coast: Crafternoon for All Ages

Sat, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Franklin

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, May 09, 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 Service Saturdays

Sat, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Trivia Night

Sat, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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

Teen Advisory Board - Carmichael

Sat, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael

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, May 11, 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 12, 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.

Outreach Library - Hart Senior Center - 915 27th Street, Sacramento CA 95816

Tue, May 12, 9:45am - 10:45am

Bookmobile

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 12, 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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Tue, May 12, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Walnut Grove

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

Family Storytime - Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento

Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Offsite

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate

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

Adult Space

Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, May 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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.

Blood Drive

Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the Carmichael Library.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

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

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, May 12, 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 12, 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, May 12, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

Family Storytime

Tue, May 12, 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.

Healthy Food Fun with Health Education Council

Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

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

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, May 12, 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, May 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, May 13, 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, May 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Recharge your devices at the North Highlands-Antelope Library.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

STEAM for Kids

Wed, May 13, 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 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

STEAM for Kids

Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Join us, every 2nd Wednesday of the month, while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Teen Space

Wed, May 13, 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 13, 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, May 13, 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, May 13, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 13, 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, May 13, 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.

Library AF Book Group - Walk Around Midtown

Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Offsite

Calling all adult readers (and those still young at heart!). The Library AF book group is doing our annual "Walk Around Midtown" themed meeting in McKinley Park.

One Book, One Coast: Documentary Screening - To Be Takei (2014)

Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Offsite

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, May 14, 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Elk Grove Regional Park

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 14, 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.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate

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

Family Storytime

Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

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

Bilingual Storytime - Hmong

Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Hmong and English. Our librarian will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5.

Blood Drive

Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 4:00pm

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

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library.

Harm Reduction Resources

Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Colonial Heights - Colonial Heights Meeting Room

In honor of International Harm Reduction Day on May 7th, Sacramento County Opioid Coalition will be visiting the Colonial Heights Library.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, May 14, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Teen Space

Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, May 14, 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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, May 14, 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.

One Book, One Coast: Adult Space - Documentary Screening - To Be Takei (2014)

Thu, May 14, 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.

Teen Space with Therapy Dogs

Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, May 14, 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

Friends of the Library Meeting - Arden-Dimick

Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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.

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

Fri, May 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 15, 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.

Tech Help

Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Rio Linda

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Colonial Heights

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

Tech Help

Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 15, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Tech Help

Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 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.

Healthy Food Fun with Health Education Council

Fri, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Tech Help

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

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 15, 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, May 15, 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, May 15, 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.

Teen Space - Gaming

Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

Adult Space - Family History Research

Fri, May 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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

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

Fri, May 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna

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.

Family Storytime

Sat, May 16, 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.

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Belle Cooledge

Sat, May 16, 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, May 16, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Sat, May 16, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 16, 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.

STEAM - LEGO® Robotics

Sat, May 16, 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.

Cancelled

Adult Book Group

Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Highlands - Antelope

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

Family Storytime

Sat, May 16, 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, May 16, 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, May 16, 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.

Cancelled

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Sat, May 16, 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 - On the Savage Side

Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing On the Savage Side by Tiffany McDaniel.

Adult Book Group - The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us in the Community Room as we discuss The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. New group members are always welcome!

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

Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central

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

This event is full

Kpop Freebie-Making for Kids and Teens

Sat, May 16, 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.

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

Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library 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 16, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Genealogy: The Peripatetic Germans - German Emigration and Immigration (1693-1914)

Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual

Learn methods of identifying German ancestors who immigrated to America in different time periods.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Adult Book Group

Sat, May 16, 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.

Mad Science - Up Up and Away!

Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Be amazed by science experiments and trick that test the laws of science!

Teen Service Saturday

Sat, May 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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, May 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

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

STEAM for Kids - Magnetism

Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

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

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Natomas

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

Family Movie

Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Sat, May 16, 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, May 16, 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.

One Book, One Coast: Documentary Screening - To Be Takei (2014)

Sun, May 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Offsite

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 - Hagginwood Community Center, , 3271 Marysville Blvd.

Mon, May 18, 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 19, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 19, 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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Tue, May 19, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Walnut Grove

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate

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

Adult Space

Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, May 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Adult Space Game Day

Tue, May 19, 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 19, 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, May 19, 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 - Darling Girls, by Sally Hepworth

Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

The Rancho Cordova Library is reading "Darling Girls" by Sally Hepworth.

Cook the Book: Aloha Veggies

Tue, May 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to how to make Huli Huli Tofu with Watercress from "Aloha Veggies" by Alana Kysar.

This event is full

Teen Space

Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, May 19, 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, May 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, May 20, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 20, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

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

Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Del Paso Heights

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

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

Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Offsite

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

Teen Space

Wed, May 20, 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 20, 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.

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 20, 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: Nonfiction

Wed, May 20, 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 - Robotics

Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Franklin

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

Teen Space

Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month. This program is designed for teens (ages 13- 19). No registration is necessary; drop-ins are welcome.

Grownups Unite! A Graphic Novel Book Group - I Wish I Didn't Have to Tell You This by Eugene Yelchin

Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

A virtual graphic novel book group for adults

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Thu, May 21, 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.

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Thu, May 21, 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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

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

Outdoor Family Storytime

Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Elk Grove Regional Park

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 21, 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.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, May 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

Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

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

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, May 21, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Teen Space

Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

STEAM for Kids - Summer Reading

Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Join us while we explore STEAM topics (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) with a special presenter or performer!

Artful Afternoons for Adults - Paint a Picture

Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

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

This event is full

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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 Builder Space - Legos

Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Use your imagination to build something great with boxes full of Legos.

STEAM for Kids

Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Isleton

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects. Every 3rd Thursday of the month.

Harm Reduction Resources

Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

In honor of International Harm Reduction Day on May 7th, Sacramento County Opioid Coalition will be visiting the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library.

Read to a Dog

Thu, May 21, 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.

Cook the Book: Aloha Veggies

Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Walnut Grove - Walnut Grove Meeting Room

Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Long Bean Adobo with Oyster Mushrooms & Abura-Age from "Aloha Veggies" by Alana Kysar.

STEAM for Kids

Thu, May 21, 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.

Adult Space

Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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.

Something Spooky This Way Comes: Horror Book Group - Model Home by Rivers Solomon

Thu, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual - Virtual

Killer dolls, haunted houses, and murder, oh my! Join us virtually every 3rd Thursday (May - October) to discuss horror books and what scares us.

One Book, One Coast: UBG Strings - Home. Disruption. Resilience

Thu, May 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Tsakopoulos Library Galleria

Inspired by George Takei's memoir, They Called Us Enemy. Join UBG Strings for a powerful musical journey exploring themes of home, identity, resilience, and hope. One show only.

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

Fri, May 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 22, 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.

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Colonial Heights

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

Tech Help

Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 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, May 22, 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 22, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 22, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Tech Help

Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

Cancelled

Summer Book Giveaway - Presented by the Friends of the Arden-Dimick Library

Fri, May 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick

The Friends of the Arden-Dimick Library are hosting a children's book giveaway with board books, story books, chapter books, and easy readers. Each participant can choose two free books to keep.

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 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.

Cancelled

Teen Drop In Volunteering

Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 22, 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.

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 23, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

Family Storytime

Sat, May 23, 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.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Sat, May 23, 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.

Adult Space

Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Join the Adult Space program on the 4th Saturday of month!

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 23, 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

Sat, May 23, 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, May 23, 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, May 23, 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, May 23, 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, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

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

Adult Space - Painted Wooden Coasters

Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Rio Linda

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

Adult Space - Coffee & Conversation

Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

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

Design Spot @ Arcade - Drop In

Sat, May 23, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Arcade

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sat, May 23, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

STEAM for Kids

Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

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

Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

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

Teen Advisory Board - Robbie Waters Pocket Greenhaven

Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven 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 Art Lab

Sat, May 23, 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 - Graphic Novels and Manga

Sat, May 23, 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, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

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

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

Teen Space - Game Night

Sat, May 23, 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, May 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

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

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Sun, May 24, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Mon, May 25, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

Explore and Learn Playgroup - South Sacramento Family Resource Center

Tue, May 26, 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.

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

Tue, May 26, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 26, 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.

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Tue, May 26, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Walnut Grove

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

Housing & Resource Navigators

Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate

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

Adult Space

Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Tue, May 26, 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 26, 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 26, 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 26, 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.

Blood Drive

Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the Sylvan Oaks Library.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Tue, May 26, 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 26, 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 26, 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 26, 12:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Explore and Learn

Tue, May 26, 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.

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

Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

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

Cook the Book: Aloha Veggies

Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Shoyu Cauliflower with Chickpeas from "Aloha Veggies" by Alana Kysar.

This event is full

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, May 26, 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, May 27, 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.

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 27, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, May 27, 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, May 27, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

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

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Wed, May 27, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Adult Book Group

Wed, May 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

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

STEAM for Kids

Wed, May 27, 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 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

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

Teen Space

Wed, May 27, 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 27, 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, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna

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

English Conversation Group

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Wed, May 27, 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.

Cancelled

Adult Social Hour

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael

Join us for our Adult Social program to enjoy good company and lively conversation!

Adult Book Group - Circe by Madeline Miller

Wed, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

The North Natomas Library is reading Circe by Madeline Miller.

Building Confidence in the Kitchen: Alana Kysar

Wed, May 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Alana Kysar will lead a virtual cooking demonstration, featuring recipes from her cookbook "Aloha Veggies: Veg-Forward Recipes Celebrating the Flavors of Hawai'i."

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 28, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

Explore and Learn Playgroup

Thu, May 28, 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.

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

Thu, May 28, 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.

Cancelled

Family Storytime

Thu, May 28, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Elk Grove Regional Park

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

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 28, 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.

Housing & Resource Navigators

Thu, May 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

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

Family Storytime

Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

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

Harm Reduction Resources

Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

In honor of International Harm Reduction Day on May 7th, Sacramento County Opioid Coalition will be visiting the Central Library.

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate) - Virtual

Thu, May 28, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Teen Space

Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 1:30pm - 5:45pm

Central

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

Youth Drop-In Volunteering

Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

McKinley

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

Job Assistance at the Library - Provided by PRIDE Industries

Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

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

Outreach Library - Pannell Meadowview Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road

Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna

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

Cancelled

Read to a Dog

Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael

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.

Cook the Book: Aloha Veggies

Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us for a cooking demonstration and learn how to how to make Huli Huli Tofu with Watercress from "Aloha Veggies" by Alana Kysar.

This event is full

Tween Space

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks

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

Adult Space

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

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

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced) - Virtual

Thu, May 28, 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.

Nature Journaling with ARPF

Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Offsite

River Bend Park - 2300 Rod Beaudry Dr, Sac 95827

Vote Center - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 29, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Sacramento County voters can vote in-person at 11 library locations May 30 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm. Fair Oaks branch voting: May 23 - June 1: 9 am - 5 pm & June 2: 7 am - 8 pm.

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

Fri, May 29, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime - at Morse Community Park

Fri, May 29, 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 29, 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.

Family Storytime

Fri, May 29, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 29, 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

Fri, May 29, 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 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Blood Drive

Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the Central Library.

Tech Help

Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central

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

Cancelled

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 29, 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.

English Conversation Group (All Levels) - Virtual

Fri, May 29, 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.

Ballot Drop Off - 2026: Statewide Primary Election

Fri, May 29, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Walnut Grove

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.

Tech Help

Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate

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

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 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.

Cancelled

Teen Art Lab - Open Studio

Fri, May 29, 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 29, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Southgate

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

Family Movie - The Bad Guys

Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

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

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

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael

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

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