Welly Talks Made by Light & Water (Yoga and Sound Meditation)

Join Light and Water for Welly Talks. During Welly Talks, attendees can expect not only a thought provoking conversation at the intersection of mental health and various lifestyles, attendees will be guided through Light & Water’s Welly Sequence “Breakfast,” where part......More

Join Light and Water for Welly Talks. During Welly Talks, attendees can expect not only a thought provoking conversation at the intersection of mental health and various lifestyles, attendees will be guided through Light & Water’s Welly Sequence “Breakfast,” where participants will do yoga and experience a sound bath meditation prior to getting the conversations started. Before leaving, participants will be offered either fresh fruit, veggies, or flowers and access to Light & Water’s online library of wellness exercises and talks. Location: Light and Water Garden 1814 Del Paso Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815 Registration is required for this event.  All attendees will need to complete a waiver of liability to participate upon arrival. This event is open to all ages, identities, and abilities. What to expect:  Program staff will be available at the arrival location to help guide you to the program area. To maximize your experience, please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure we may begin on time. We will start with brief introductions. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or accommodation needs. What to bring: Water Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, etc.) Comfortable shoes and clothing Light & Water is a 501(c)(3) non-profit wellness ecosystem on a mission to help further the advancement of mental health & wellness within under-resourced communities by modernizing and cultivating a sustainable, inclusive, and easily accessible wellness ecosystem where wellness professionals and novices are served and celebrated. Across the four years since our founding, Light & Water has been fortunate enough to expose over 7,500+ community members to various wellness practices including: Meditation, Yoga, Sound Therapy, Art Therapy, and more through wellness education programming, youth internships, and community events and partnerships. We are based in Sacramento, CA This program is part of the Sacramento Public Library Parks and Tranquility Project and is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

Non-Library Location

English Conversation Group

Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies, and more. All levels welcome. No registration required. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/sacli......More

Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies, and more. All levels welcome. No registration required. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/CONVERSATION_GROUP_450589D1.JPG

North Highlands-Antelope Library at North Highlands-Antelope Community Room

Genealogy: 30 Records that Document Female Ancestors

30 Records that Document Female Ancestors, with speaker Gena Philibert-Ortega “Women can’t be found in genealogical documents.” “They are difficult to research.” While these statements can be true, there are records out there that document their lives. We will explor......More

30 Records that Document Female Ancestors, with speaker Gena Philibert-Ortega “Women can’t be found in genealogical documents.” “They are difficult to research.” While these statements can be true, there are records out there that document their lives. We will explore 30 records to consider as you research female ancestors from the colonial period to the 20th century in the United States. This program will take place on Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting by clicking on the link below. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkfuqhrzgoEt38Rc041Xani9OaxY425G-t Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/GENEALOGY_BBEC42BD.JPG

Virtual

Adult Book Group

Join us in-person for a lively and engaging discussion and make new friends! This month we will be reading Wellness by Nathan Hill. You can check our catalog for available copies and download available ebook and eaudiobooks on Overdrive/Libby and Hoopla using your ......More

Join us in-person for a lively and engaging discussion and make new friends! This month we will be reading Wellness by Nathan Hill. You can check our catalog for available copies and download available ebook and eaudiobooks on Overdrive/Libby and Hoopla using your library card & PIN.  Starting one month before the meeting you can pick up a copy of the book from the front desk of the Orangevale Library.   Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/WELLNESS_46C86C4C.PNG

Orangevale Library at Jane Wise Community Room

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

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. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer......More

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. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/LEGO_BFE25F83_A0F1F0FC.JPG

South Natomas Library at South Natomas Meeting Room

STEAM- Raft Engineering

Future Engineers: Can you build a boat that floats? Come to Raft Engineering to see if your craft can sail the seas (or at least our tub).  This program is designed for school aged children. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.  Image URL: https://s3.amazo......More

Future Engineers: Can you build a boat that floats? Come to Raft Engineering to see if your craft can sail the seas (or at least our tub).  This program is designed for school aged children. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STEAM2_408806A5.PNG

Carmichael Library at Carmichael Meeting Room

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe/Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, so......More

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

South Natomas Library at South Natomas Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at ......More

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815 Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This program is supported in whole or in part by the funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/FAMILY_STORYTIME_ED8B6FA6.JPG

Non-Library Location

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center,......More

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center, 7000 Franklin Blvd #820, Sacramento,95823. Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This Explore and Learn early learning program is funded by the City of Sacramento Alix Pinedo Garcia [email protected] Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/ISTOCKTHUMBNAIL_21930883.JPG

Non-Library Location

Family Storytime

Children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and activities that can help build early literacy skills for children. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library youth librarians in support of our early learning prior......More

Children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and activities that can help build early literacy skills for children. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library youth librarians in support of our early learning priority. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Fair Oaks Library at Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Join us at the Central Library in Kids' Place for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers of young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.am......More

Join us at the Central Library in Kids' Place for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers of young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Central Library at Kids Place

Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/BABY_STORYTIM......More

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/BABY_STORYTIME_E8A2269C.JPG

Sylvan Oaks Library at Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills. Stay afterwards for playtime and an art project. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TODDLER_STORYTIME_CA6AA13.JPG

Arcade Library at Arcade Meeting Room

Recharge @ the Library

Recharge @ Central Library from 11am to 1:30 pm Tuesdays in May. Enjoy refreshments, charge your devices, use the internet, watch movies, color and more!  This week's activity: Movie!

Central Library at Galleria West Meeting Room

Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. ......More

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. Make an appointment to learn how to use any of the library's free digital resources upon your next visit to the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library. Appointments will be made for one-on-one assistance with a library staff member to show you how easy it can be to connect to our digital collections. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/SHUTTERSTOCK_175257086_(1)_9935BD95.JPG

Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe – Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad. Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs,......More

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad. Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Rancho Cordova Library at Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe/Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs,......More

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Del Paso Heights Library

Explore & Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_C12F46A8.PNG

Ella K. McClatchy Library at MCC Large Community Room

English Conversation Group

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome. No registration is needed.  

Arden-Dimick Library at Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Adult Book Group: Mystery

Calling all mystery lovers! Join us for an enjoyable and friendly discussion of a variety of mystery fiction titles. Copies of this month’s title are available at the front desk. New members are always welcome! This month we are discussing The Searcher by Tana French. ......More

Calling all mystery lovers! Join us for an enjoyable and friendly discussion of a variety of mystery fiction titles. Copies of this month’s title are available at the front desk. New members are always welcome! This month we are discussing The Searcher by Tana French.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/THE_SEARCHER_88BDDA2F.PNG

Rancho Cordova Library at Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

STEAM for Kids

Join the Colonial Heights Library for STEAM for Kids. Each program features a different activity that explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/......More

Join the Colonial Heights Library for STEAM for Kids. Each program features a different activity that explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STEM_D20A8B93.JPG

Colonial Heights Library at Colonial Heights Community Room

Teen Advisory Board

Want to have a say in what the North Natomas Library does for teens? Then hang out with us! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TEEN_SPACE_C030F6EA.JPG

North Natomas Library at North Natomas Community Room

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the ......More

This program is located at the North Sacramento Family Resource Center, 2469 Rio Linda Blvd. Ste. B, Sacramento, 95815. Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This program is supported in whole or in part by the funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F.PNG

North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Arden-Dimick Library at Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at Sylvan Oaks Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STO......More

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at Sylvan Oaks Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_2_DABBA4AD.JPG

Sylvan Oaks Library at Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old. See the full schedule at https://www.saclib......More

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old. See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STAY&PLAY_3_8AE4577A.JPG

Fair Oaks Library at Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. This program is designed to support the early learning of children ages 0 – 5 years old. No registration, drop-ins wel......More

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. This program is designed to support the early learning of children ages 0 – 5 years old. No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E&L_PIC_DFA56E54.PNG

Rancho Cordova Library at Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. We'll be playing outside in the garden, or in the community room depending on weather and air quality.  This program free......More

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. We'll be playing outside in the garden, or in the community room depending on weather and air quality.  This program free and designed for children 0 – 5. No registration, drop-ins welcome.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F.PNG

Colonial Heights Library at Colonial Heights Community Room

Explore and Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. This program is free and designed for children 0 – 5. No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws......More

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. This program is free and designed for children 0 – 5. No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_173B0381.PNG

Rio Linda Library

Explore and Learn

Bring the young children you care for to explore, learn, and play with us at the library!  Join us for playful learning activities you can enjoy together.  (We will often be playing outdoors when the weather permits. Otherwise, the program will be held indoors.) ......More

Bring the young children you care for to explore, learn, and play with us at the library!  Join us for playful learning activities you can enjoy together.  (We will often be playing outdoors when the weather permits. Otherwise, the program will be held indoors.) Free. No registration required.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/EXPLORE_AND_LEARN_THUMBNAIL_70B290C4_C16A626B.JPG

South Natomas Library at South Natomas Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Arden-Dimick Library at Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.  This program is free and designed for children 0 – 5.  No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com......More

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.  This program is free and designed for children 0 – 5.  No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_415721B6.PNG

Carmichael Library at Carmichael Meeting Room

Bingocize

Sacramento County Public Health and Agency on Aging Area 4 present Bingocize.  Bingocize is a free evidence-based program that combines a bingo-like game with exercise and health education.  The program has increased functional fitness, health knowledge and social engag......More

Sacramento County Public Health and Agency on Aging Area 4 present Bingocize.  Bingocize is a free evidence-based program that combines a bingo-like game with exercise and health education.  The program has increased functional fitness, health knowledge and social engagement.  The program will meet in the Jane Wise Community Room 2 times a week, every Wednesday and Friday for 10 weeks.  Please note there will be no class on Friday, April 12th.

Orangevale Library at Jane Wise Community Room

Teen Space

Sometimes you just need a place of your own!  Meet other teens and enjoy games, snacks, crafts, and related activities.  For ages 12-18. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TEEN_SPACE_42FE87B9.JPG

Walnut Grove Library at Walnut Grove Meeting Room

English Conversation Group

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/C......More

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/CONVERSATION_GROUP_2_2B44F10D.JPG

Galt-Marian O. Lawrence Library

Chess Club

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/CHESS_8F221B77.JPG

Central Library at 2nd Floor

Homework Zone

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments. Drop-in homework help is available every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Children's Area.  Image URL:......More

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments. Drop-in homework help is available every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Children's Area.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/HOMEWORK_HELP_2_66E69211.JPG

North Natomas Library

Explore and Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. This program is free and designed for children 0 – 5. No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazona......More

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together. This program is free and designed for children 0 – 5. No registration, drop-ins welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E&L_PIC_DFA56E54.PNG

North Highlands-Antelope Library at North Highlands-Antelope Community Room

Adult Book Group

For this session of the North Natomas Book Club we'll discuss the book Fuzz by Mary Roach. Please email Library Assistant Anita at [email protected] to reserve a copy.

North Natomas Library at North Natomas Community Room

Songs from the Movies

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary evening. Bring your friends, family and a sense of wonder as we celebrate the magic of movies and music together. Admission is FREE, but space is limited so please arrive early. Image URL: https://s3.amazo......More

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary evening. Bring your friends, family and a sense of wonder as we celebrate the magic of movies and music together. Admission is FREE, but space is limited so please arrive early. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/T0149_92A1B5DE.JPG

Central Library at Galleria Main Hall

Family Storytime

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English.

North Highlands-Antelope Library at North Highlands-Antelope Community Room

Family Storytime

Join in the fun with stories, songs, movement and crafts that encourage development of early literacy and social skills in young children. The storytime is family-focused, and recommended for ages 2-4, but the whole family and children of all ages are welcome. Image URL......More

Join in the fun with stories, songs, movement and crafts that encourage development of early literacy and social skills in young children. The storytime is family-focused, and recommended for ages 2-4, but the whole family and children of all ages are welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Isleton Library

Outdoor Family Storytime

Join us at the Elk Grove Regional Park for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.  This program is for parents and caregivers of young children (ages 0-5); older siblings are welcome to attend.  We meet in a shaded area......More

Join us at the Elk Grove Regional Park for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.  This program is for parents and caregivers of young children (ages 0-5); older siblings are welcome to attend.  We meet in a shaded area next to the concrete dance slab which is located in front of the Rhoads School House.  Participants are encouraged to bring blankets for sitting on the ground. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/OUTDOOR_FAMILY_STORYTIME_B1E94A84.PNG

Elk Grove Library

Family Story Time

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. After the storytime we will put out toys and activities for a stay and play session where children can......More

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. After the storytime we will put out toys and activities for a stay and play session where children can play and communicate with each other. 

Orangevale Library at Jane Wise Community Room

Family Storytime

Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time! This 45-minute program is designed for young children, infants to 6 years of age, and their caregivers to build on early learning foundations that develop pre-reading skills ......More

Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time! This 45-minute program is designed for young children, infants to 6 years of age, and their caregivers to build on early learning foundations that develop pre-reading skills and a joy of reading that lasts a lifetime. The first 20-30 minutes is Storytime and is immediately followed by a simple art or movement activity.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Carmichael Library at Carmichael Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend.  This event is presented in English. Image URL: https://......More

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend.  This event is presented in English. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TODDLER_STORYTIME_CA6AA13.JPG

McKinley Library

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community......More

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832. Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This Explore and Learn early learning program is funded by the City of Sacramento Alix Pinedo Garcia [email protected] Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/ISTOCKTHUMBNAIL_21930883.JPG

Non-Library Location

Recharge

Charge your phone, tablet, or other small devices and enjoy light refreshments.  Play games, create art, connect with others in the community, use Wi-Fi and more!  Recharge activities change each month. Have a suggestion for next month's activity? Let staff know!......More

Charge your phone, tablet, or other small devices and enjoy light refreshments.  Play games, create art, connect with others in the community, use Wi-Fi and more!  Recharge activities change each month. Have a suggestion for next month's activity? Let staff know!  This program is intended for adults.  No registration is required. 

North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library

Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. ......More

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. Make an appointment to learn how to use any of the library's free digital resources upon your next visit to the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library. Appointments will be made for one-on-one assistance with a library staff member to show you how easy it can be to connect to our digital collections. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/SHUTTERSTOCK_175257086_(1)_9935BD95.JPG

Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library

English Conversation Group (Beginner/Intermediate)

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom.  Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator.  We’ll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to......More

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

Virtual

Manga Cafe

Teens are invited to come enjoy manga, games, crafts and snacks. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/HOUR_OF_CODE_BBEC4805.JPG

Martin Luther King, Jr. Library at Martin Luther King Jr Meeting Room

Recharge @ the Library

Recharge @ Central Library from 3:30-5:30 pm Thursdays in May on the 4th Floor! Enjoy refreshments, charge your devices, use the internet, watch movies, color and more!    This week's activity: Coloring!

Central Library at 4th Floor

Read to a Dog

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.  Read to a Dog will be cancelled in case of extreme temperatures as the pavement may burn the dogs' ......More

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). You may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.  Read to a Dog will be cancelled in case of extreme temperatures as the pavement may burn the dogs' paws.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/READTOADOG_1_94EB6DB6.JPG

Carmichael Library at Carmichael Meeting Room

Tween Space: Youth Comics Group

Join us for Youth Comics Group! Enjoy snacks, trivia, and a lively discussion. We'll also have an activity based on our book: Katie the Catsitter by Colleen A.F. Venable. Copies will be available at the front desk the month leading up to the meeting. This program is r......More

Join us for Youth Comics Group! Enjoy snacks, trivia, and a lively discussion. We'll also have an activity based on our book: Katie the Catsitter by Colleen A.F. Venable. Copies will be available at the front desk the month leading up to the meeting. This program is recommended for ages 9-12 and will take place in the Sylvan Oaks Community Room. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/9780593306321_6FF72AD9.JPG

Sylvan Oaks Library at Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

English Conversation Group (Intermediate/Advanced)

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom.  Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator.  We’ll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things t......More

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

Virtual

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the ......More

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824.  Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This Explore and Learn early learning program is funded by the City of Sacramento Alix Pinedo Garcia [email protected] Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/ISTOCKTHUMBNAIL_21930883.JPG

Non-Library Location

Family Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TODDLER_STORYTIME_CA6AA13.JPG

Galt-Marian O. Lawrence Library

Family Storytime

Join the us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young children (ages 0-5), older siblings are welcome to attend.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced......More

Join the us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young children (ages 0-5), older siblings are welcome to attend.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/PRESCHOOL_STORYTIME_209DBCF.JPG

Franklin Community Library

Family Storytime

South Natomas Library at South Natomas Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. The program starts with storytime followed by activities for you and your child to meet others and play together.   This program is for par......More

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. The program starts with storytime followed by activities for you and your child to meet others and play together.   This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TODDLER_STORYTIME_CA6AA13.JPG

Rancho Cordova Library at Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Adult Space: Crafting

Join us for Adult Space to enjoy good company, conversation, and crafting! Bring your own craft projects you're working on. We will provide limited quantities of crafting supplies, and light refreshments.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Cu......More

Join us for Adult Space to enjoy good company, conversation, and crafting! Bring your own craft projects you're working on. We will provide limited quantities of crafting supplies, and light refreshments.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/KNITTING_5BDC4190.JPG

Martin Luther King, Jr. Library at Martin Luther King Jr Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn......More

Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This program is supported in whole or in part by the funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_EF16E4C7.PNG

Del Paso Heights Library

Tech Help

•  Please bring your questions and devices to Central Library on Fridays from 11:00am to 1:00pm to receive 1-on-1 help from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. • We can help with mobile device troubleshooting, resumes, email setup and general technology questions. ......More

•  Please bring your questions and devices to Central Library on Fridays from 11:00am to 1:00pm to receive 1-on-1 help from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. • We can help with mobile device troubleshooting, resumes, email setup and general technology questions. •     First come, first served.

Central Library at 3rd Floor

Baby Storytime

Sing songs, wiggle your baby, and chat with other caregivers about your little one's newest milestone! This program is designed for babies up to 24 months.

Arden-Dimick Library at Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

English Conversation Group (All Levels)

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom.  Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator.  We’ll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to ......More

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

Virtual

Adult Space: Knitting

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary......More

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/KNIT_AND_CRAFT_MCK_6831D3D2.JPG

Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Community Room

Senior Social

Join us for our Senior Social program to enjoy good company, refreshments, and lively conversation!  We'll have games and craft supplies at the event for everyone to use.  Feel free to bring your favorite game or crafting/art project as well. We meet on the second ......More

Join us for our Senior Social program to enjoy good company, refreshments, and lively conversation!  We'll have games and craft supplies at the event for everyone to use.  Feel free to bring your favorite game or crafting/art project as well. We meet on the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/SENIOR_HAVING_TEA_8EEAC938.JPG

Elk Grove Library at Elk Grove Meeting Room

Bingocize

Sacramento County Public Health and Agency on Aging Area 4 present Bingocize.  Bingocize is a free evidence-based program that combines a bingo-like game with exercise and health education.  The program has increased functional fitness, health knowledge and social engag......More

Sacramento County Public Health and Agency on Aging Area 4 present Bingocize.  Bingocize is a free evidence-based program that combines a bingo-like game with exercise and health education.  The program has increased functional fitness, health knowledge and social engagement.  The program will meet in the Jane Wise Community Room 2 times a week, every Wednesday and Friday for 10 weeks.  Please note there will be no class on Friday, April 12th.

Orangevale Library at Jane Wise Community Room

STEAM for Kids

Join the Walnut Grove Library for STEAM activities for kids. We'll explore a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity each month.  This program is designed for children ages 5-12.

Walnut Grove Library at Walnut Grove Meeting Room

English Conversation Group

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/C......More

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/CONVERSATION_GROUP_2_2B44F10D.JPG

Galt-Marian O. Lawrence Library

STEAM For Kids

Join the McKinley Library for STEAM activities for kids. We'll explore a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity on the fourth Friday of each month.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STEM_D20A......More

Join the McKinley Library for STEAM activities for kids. We'll explore a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity on the fourth Friday of each month.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STEM_D20A8B93.JPG

McKinley Library

Explore and Learn

Enjoy fun learning activities and play with others!  For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.   Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/MONTHOFPLAY_DEMCO_2DA2C541.JPG

Martin Luther King, Jr. Library at Martin Luther King Jr Meeting Room

English Conversation Group

Want to practice speaking English? Join our friendly group! Meet new people in your community and share experiences. All languages and levels are welcome.  Topics might include everyday life situations,  American culture, things to do for fun,  news, pop culture, or to......More

Want to practice speaking English? Join our friendly group! Meet new people in your community and share experiences. All languages and levels are welcome.  Topics might include everyday life situations,  American culture, things to do for fun,  news, pop culture, or topics you are interested in. Groups are led by a trained facilitator. There is no registration required. We hope to see you there! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/MEETING_69DF0FC8.JPG

North Natomas Library at North Natomas Community Room

Family Storytime

Families with young children are invited to join us at Robbie Waters Pocket--Greenhaven Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info......More

Families with young children are invited to join us at Robbie Waters Pocket--Greenhaven Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/BABY_STORYTIME_E8A2269C.JPG

Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Community Room

Explore and Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.           Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_173B......More

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.           Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_173B0381.PNG

Franklin Community Library

Classics Reading Group

Join other readers as we slowly read and discuss the Spanish epic novel Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. Originally published in two parts in 1605 and 1615, it follows the story of the eponymous hero and his squire Sancho Panza as they seek adventure. We will brea......More

Join other readers as we slowly read and discuss the Spanish epic novel Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. Originally published in two parts in 1605 and 1615, it follows the story of the eponymous hero and his squire Sancho Panza as they seek adventure. We will break up Part One of the novel and meet to discuss each section using the following schedule. If all goes well, we will continue reading Part Two. Part One April 27: Prologue through Chapter 14 May 11: Chapter 15 through Chapter 30 May 25: Chapter 31 through Chapter 41 June 8: Chapter 42 through Chapter 52 We will meet in-person in Room 409 of Central Library and via Zoom. Please email [email protected] for Zoom codes.  All of the translated editions are similar, except those that are abridged or adapted. Many readers will choose to read Edith Grossman's edition published by Ecco. 

Central Library at 4th Floor

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe – Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñenos para Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe. Leeremos cuentos y cantaremos canciones y rimas en inglés y en español. Join us for Bilingual Storytime. Our librarians will share stories and lead you through songs and activities in English and Spanish. Storytime will tak......More

Acompáñenos para Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe. Leeremos cuentos y cantaremos canciones y rimas en inglés y en español. Join us for Bilingual Storytime. Our librarians will share stories and lead you through songs and activities in English and Spanish. Storytime will take place in the garden, or in the community room depending on weather and air quality.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Colonial Heights Library

Family Storytime

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English. Image URL: https://s3.......More

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_2_DABBA4AD.JPG

North Natomas Library at North Natomas Community Room

Baby Storytime

Bond with your baby and make new friends! Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome!  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.......More

Bond with your baby and make new friends! Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome!  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/BABY_STORYTIME_E8A2269C.JPG

Central Library at Kids Place

Adult Space

Join us on the 4th Friday of each month where we will do a variety of activities; arts and crafts, hands-on activities, health & wellness, gardening, conversation, learning opportunities, etc.    All skill levels are welcome. No experience is necessary, and all materi......More

Join us on the 4th Friday of each month where we will do a variety of activities; arts and crafts, hands-on activities, health & wellness, gardening, conversation, learning opportunities, etc.    All skill levels are welcome. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided for the monthly project. Light refreshments will be served. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/IMG_0433_DE33517C.JPG

Isleton Library

Arden-Dimick Book Group

Join the Arden-Dimick Library for a discussion about Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. The book will be available for check-out at the Arden-Dimick Library by April 17. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.c......More

Join the Arden-Dimick Library for a discussion about Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. The book will be available for check-out at the Arden-Dimick Library by April 17. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/ENEMY_62205EE2.JPG

Arden-Dimick Library at Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Adult Space: Crafting

Join us for a monthly Adult Space Craft event. Each month will feature a different craft or art activity. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Come have fun with other adults! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Custome......More

Join us for a monthly Adult Space Craft event. Each month will feature a different craft or art activity. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Come have fun with other adults! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/ADULT_PAINT_ALONG_C5BDC80A.JPG

Rio Linda Library

Forever Young Adult Book Group

Please register in advance for this meeting. The Forever Young Adult book group is for YA fans who are a little less Y, and a bit more A. We meet virtually on the 4th Saturd......More

Please register in advance for this meeting. The Forever Young Adult book group is for YA fans who are a little less Y, and a bit more A. We meet virtually on the 4th Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. PST. This month, we are reading Skyward by Brandon Sanderson. For more information about Library AF programs, follow us on Meetup. Place holds: Print Book | eBook Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/SKYWARD_FFF63DA5.PNG

Virtual

Tech Help

Have a question about technology and don't know who to ask? Maybe we can help! Bring your laptop, tablet, phone or ereader to the library to get help from our tech expert. Tech Help is drop-in, first come first served. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced......More

Have a question about technology and don't know who to ask? Maybe we can help! Bring your laptop, tablet, phone or ereader to the library to get help from our tech expert. Tech Help is drop-in, first come first served. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TECH_HELP_BB3B720F.JPG

Sylvan Oaks Library

One-on-One Tech Help

Need help setting up and using email? Having trouble downloading e-books? Want to learn how to use Microsoft Word or Excel? Sign up for one-on-one tech assistance! Select Saturdays from Noon to 2 p.m.  Ask a staff member for available dates and times. Sign up f......More

Need help setting up and using email? Having trouble downloading e-books? Want to learn how to use Microsoft Word or Excel? Sign up for one-on-one tech assistance! Select Saturdays from Noon to 2 p.m.  Ask a staff member for available dates and times. Sign up for an appointment at the front desk or call 916-264-2920 and ask to speak to a staff member at the North Highlands-Antelope Library. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/COMPUTERS_939E9AF5.JPG

North Highlands-Antelope Library

Kids' Songs and Stories

This program, designed for children ages 5-12, will feature sing-along stories, music, movement activities, and musical instruments. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/GUITAR_E020740B.JPG

Rancho Cordova Library at Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Family Art Lab

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! Paints, modelling clay, markers, air brushing, and more are available for......More

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! Paints, modelling clay, markers, air brushing, and more are available for us to make pictures, sculptures, and mixed media projects!

Orangevale Library at Jane Wise Community Room

Saturday Service Team (SST) (ages 13-18)

Drop-in volunteer hours!  Saturday Service Team participants help people in our community develop skills, educate one another, and provide opportunities within the library.  Participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library and local organizations. ......More

Drop-in volunteer hours!  Saturday Service Team participants help people in our community develop skills, educate one another, and provide opportunities within the library.  Participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library and local organizations.  Please bring any paperwork you will need signed to verify your hours. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TEENADVISORY2_91D8E347.JPG

Arcade Library at Arcade Meeting Room

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe/Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, so......More

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

South Natomas Library at South Natomas Meeting Room

CLOSED - HOLIDAY

Fair Oaks Library at Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at ......More

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815 Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This program is supported in whole or in part by the funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/FAMILY_STORYTIME_ED8B6FA6.JPG

Non-Library Location

Explore and Learn

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center,......More

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center, 7000 Franklin Blvd #820, Sacramento,95823. Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome See the full schedule at https://www.saclibrary.org/explore-learn This Explore and Learn early learning program is funded by the City of Sacramento Alix Pinedo Garcia [email protected] Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/ISTOCKTHUMBNAIL_21930883.JPG

Non-Library Location

Family Storytime

Children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and activities that can help build early literacy skills for children. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library youth librarians in support of our early learning prior......More

Children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and activities that can help build early literacy skills for children. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library youth librarians in support of our early learning priority. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Fair Oaks Library at Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Join us at the Central Library in Kids' Place for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers of young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.am......More

Join us at the Central Library in Kids' Place for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers of young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Central Library at Kids Place

Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/BABY_STORYTIM......More

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/BABY_STORYTIME_E8A2269C.JPG

Sylvan Oaks Library at Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Family Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills. Stay afterwards for playtime and an art project. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/TODDLER_STORYTIME_CA6AA13.JPG

Arcade Library at Arcade Meeting Room

Recharge @ the Library

Recharge @ Central Library from 11am to 1:30 pm Tuesdays in May. Enjoy refreshments, charge your devices, use the internet, watch movies, color and more!  This week's activity: Video Games & Board Games

Central Library at Galleria West Meeting Room

Tech Help: eBooks and Digital Library Resources

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. ......More

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. Make an appointment to learn how to use any of the library's free digital resources upon your next visit to the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library. Appointments will be made for one-on-one assistance with a library staff member to show you how easy it can be to connect to our digital collections. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/SHUTTERSTOCK_175257086_(1)_9935BD95.JPG

Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe – Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad. Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs,......More

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad. Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Rancho Cordova Library at Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe/Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs,......More

Acompáñanos durante Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en español y en inglés. Compartiremos cuentos, canciones, rimas, y movimientos diseñados para niños/as de 0 a 5 años de edad.   Join us for Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English. Our librarians will share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement designed for children ages 0-5. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STORYTIME_12_10AEFBBC.JPG

Del Paso Heights Library

Explore & Learn

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/E_AND_L_T_12560E2F_C12F46A8.PNG

Ella K. McClatchy Library at MCC Large Community Room

English Conversation Group

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome. No registration is needed.  

Arden-Dimick Library at Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

STEAM for Kids

Join the Colonial Heights Library for STEAM for Kids. Each program features a different activity that explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/......More

Join the Colonial Heights Library for STEAM for Kids. Each program features a different activity that explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/saclibrary/STEM_D20A8B93.JPG

Colonial Heights Library at Colonial Heights Community Room