Virtual Bilingual Storytime

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Addie on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: ......More

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Addie on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ¡Disfruta una hora de cuentos en casa! Acompáñenos todos los miércoles a las 10:30 a.m. para una hora de cuentos presentado en español y ingles con la Sra. Addie. Síguenos en Facebook @saclibrary Para más información sobre la hora de cuentos visita nuestra página web: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes

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Virtual Homework Zone

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8th grades can attend the Virtual Homework Zone via zoom, and will be helped by trained teen homework coaches in completing their school assignments. Drop-in homework help is available every Wednesday fro......More

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8th grades can attend the Virtual Homework Zone via zoom, and will be helped by trained teen homework coaches in completing their school assignments. Drop-in homework help is available every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Email homeworkzone@saclibrary.org for the week’s zoom link. *SPL also offers free homework help in English and Spanish every day from 1 to 11 p.m. through Brainfuse HelpNow. Visit our HomeworkHelp page and click on the “live tutor” link to get started.

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Superfest Sacramento

A disability film festival. Celebrate cutting-edge cinema that portrays disability through a diverse, complex and engaging lens. The festival is one of a few worldwide, completely accessible to film-goers of all kinds. Registration via Zoom is required. ......More

A disability film festival. Celebrate cutting-edge cinema that portrays disability through a diverse, complex and engaging lens. The festival is one of a few worldwide, completely accessible to film-goers of all kinds. Registration via Zoom is required. Please click here to register After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the session. Register for this event on Wednesday, January 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.  Films selected by disability rights advocates and filmographers Featuring animated shorts, documentaries, mockumentaries, dramatic shorts, etc

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Virtual Storytime

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: ......More

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes

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Meet with the CVSO

Join us for a monthly drop-in virtual chat with County Veteran Services Officer (CVSO), Rochelle Arnold. Find out more about benefit entitlement determinations, claim development, claim filing, and case management services. This is an open discussion, so have your ques......More

Join us for a monthly drop-in virtual chat with County Veteran Services Officer (CVSO), Rochelle Arnold. Find out more about benefit entitlement determinations, claim development, claim filing, and case management services. This is an open discussion, so have your questions ready. Open to veterans and family members and dependents of veterans.  Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92046045174?pwd=NWIrMVpFY1FVUnFVYXV2dkxDNnVkQT09 Meeting ID: 920 4604 5174 Passcode: 935917 One tap mobile +16699009128,,92046045174# US (San Jose) Dial by your location         +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)              

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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 literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays.  There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

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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 literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link.   A beginner/intermediate group meets at 1:00 on Thursdays.  There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

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Hip Hop Storytime

The Cypher Hip Hop Workshops presents 'What Is Hip Hop?' Join us for a 30 minute interactive session that includes Storytime, rapping/call and response, and Hip Hop dance/movement! This fun and engaging session is targeted to youth ages 3 to 5 years old, but the entire ......More

The Cypher Hip Hop Workshops presents 'What Is Hip Hop?' Join us for a 30 minute interactive session that includes Storytime, rapping/call and response, and Hip Hop dance/movement! This fun and engaging session is targeted to youth ages 3 to 5 years old, but the entire family is encouraged to participate!  Watch live on the Sacramento Public Library's Facebook

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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 literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

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Teen Instagram Takeover Watch Party

We asked Sacramento teens, “What makes you strong?” Now teens are invited to join our official watch party as the answers take over our official @saclib Instagram account! Jump into Zoom with us to watch the live reveal of each submission, dive into mini art challenges......More

We asked Sacramento teens, “What makes you strong?” Now teens are invited to join our official watch party as the answers take over our official @saclib Instagram account! Jump into Zoom with us to watch the live reveal of each submission, dive into mini art challenges, and celebrate teens’ creativity and strength. Participation in the Takeover is not required for admission to the watch party – all teens are welcome! Email stab@saclibrary.org for the official invite link.

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Career Online High School Info Session

Join us to learn more about completing your high school diploma online with the library. You’ll hear graduates speak about their experience and how they benefitted from the program. Staff will also be present to answer any questions. For more information, visit our ......More

Join us to learn more about completing your high school diploma online with the library. You’ll hear graduates speak about their experience and how they benefitted from the program. Staff will also be present to answer any questions. For more information, visit our Education page. This event will take place on Zoom. Registration is required. An email invitation with Zoom meeting log-in information will be emailed to you before the event.

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Body Positive Yoga

Join us for a virtual 6-week body positive yoga series, led by local yoga instructor, Kirsten Johnson. Explore the connection of mind, body, and breath in a safe, body positive environment that is inclusive for all abilities and body types. This series will focus on th......More

Join us for a virtual 6-week body positive yoga series, led by local yoga instructor, Kirsten Johnson. Explore the connection of mind, body, and breath in a safe, body positive environment that is inclusive for all abilities and body types. This series will focus on the 5 Niyamas of yoga. Each week will incorporate Sun Salutations and warrior poses to warm up the body, and include other poses like dancer, crow, eagle, and half-moon with options for all levels.  Week 1: Intro to Niyamas  Week 2: Saucha: Purification and cleanliness  Week 3: Santosha: Contentment  Week 4: Tapas: Asceticism and self-discipline  Week 5: Svadhyaya: Self-study and self-reflection Week 6: Ishvara Pranidhana: Devotion and self-surrender Following each yoga session, we will present a short book recommendation on titles related to the weekly theme.  Registration via Zoom is required. Please click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the session.  It is not required to attend all 6 sessions. You may come for all, some, or just one.  About the instructor: Kirsten Johnson has been practicing yoga since 2012. She has certifications in Curvy Yoga, Yoga for All, Trauma Informed Yoga, and Kid's Yoga. She resides in Sacramento and currently teaches classes at RAW Yoga Studio, Good Elephant Sacramento, and for private clients and groups. Her passion is to empower and heal communities through yoga.  Developed resources reported on this page are supported by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, under Cooperative Agreement number UG4LM012341 with the UCLA Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health. 

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Forever Young Adult Book Club

Join us on the last Saturday of the month for the "Forever Young Adult" book club, presented by Library AF. This virtual book club will meet on Zoom. This month, we are reading ......More

Join us on the last Saturday of the month for the "Forever Young Adult" book club, presented by Library AF. This virtual book club will meet on Zoom. This month, we are reading Slay by Brittney Morris. For more information about Library AF programs, follow us on Meetup. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92119283356?pwd=VDNuN0JjKzhtazVMZFk5ZERYd2V5QT09 Meeting ID: 921 1928 3356 Passcode: 054991 One tap mobile +16699009128,,92119283356# US (San Jose) +12532158782,,92119283356# US (Tacoma) Dial by your location         +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/acF03M0mRR

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Virtual Zumba

Join us for a 6-week virtual Zumba® series, led by local Zumba® instructor, Molly Giger. Zumba® takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythm......More

Join us for a 6-week virtual Zumba® series, led by local Zumba® instructor, Molly Giger. Zumba® takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called "exercise in disguise." Perfect for everybody and every body!  Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers and be sure to have a water bottle nearby.  Registration via Zoom is required. Please click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the session.  It is not required to attend all 6 sessions. You may come for all, some, or just one.  Developed resources reported on this page are supported by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, under Cooperative Agreement number UG4LM012341 with the UCLA Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health. 

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Virtual Song and Rhyme Storytime

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Song and Rhyme Storytime on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: ......More

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Song and Rhyme Storytime on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes

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Virtual Bilingual Storytime

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Addie on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: ......More

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Addie on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe ¡Disfruta una hora de cuentos en casa! Acompáñenos todos los miércoles a las 10:30 a.m. para una hora de cuentos presentado en español y ingles con la Sra. Addie. Síguenos en Facebook @saclibrary Para más información sobre la hora de cuentos visita nuestra página web: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes

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Virtual Homework Zone

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8th grades can attend the Virtual Homework Zone via zoom, and will be helped by trained teen homework coaches in completing their school assignments. Drop-in homework help is available every Wednesday fro......More

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8th grades can attend the Virtual Homework Zone via zoom, and will be helped by trained teen homework coaches in completing their school assignments. Drop-in homework help is available every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Email homeworkzone@saclibrary.org for the week’s zoom link. *SPL also offers free homework help in English and Spanish every day from 1 to 11 p.m. through Brainfuse HelpNow. Visit our HomeworkHelp page and click on the “live tutor” link to get started.

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Virtual Storytime

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: ......More

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime on Facebook Live! Follow us on Facebook: @saclibrary View more Storytime content for kids here: https://www.saclibrary.org/Education/Early-Learning/Storytimes

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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 literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays.  There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

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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 literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link.   A beginner/intermediate group meets at 1:00 on Thursdays.  There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

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Hip Hop Storytime

The Cypher Hip Hop Workshops presents 'What Is Hip Hop?' Join us for a 30 minute interactive session that includes Storytime, rapping/call and response, and Hip Hop dance/movement! This fun and engaging session is targeted to youth ages 3 to 5 years old, but the entire ......More

The Cypher Hip Hop Workshops presents 'What Is Hip Hop?' Join us for a 30 minute interactive session that includes Storytime, rapping/call and response, and Hip Hop dance/movement! This fun and engaging session is targeted to youth ages 3 to 5 years old, but the entire family is encouraged to participate!  Watch live on the Sacramento Public Library's Facebook

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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 literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

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Virtual Teen Space

Join us for fun games, crafts, and art projects. We use supplies that you already have at home, and it’s BYOS: bring your own snacks. Held via Zoom and Instagram @saclib. Participants must email stab@saclibrary.org to receive Zoom information.

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Body Positive Yoga

Join us for a virtual 6-week body positive yoga series, led by local yoga instructor, Kirsten Johnson. Explore the connection of mind, body, and breath in a safe, body positive environment that is inclusive for all abilities and body types. This series will focus on th......More

Join us for a virtual 6-week body positive yoga series, led by local yoga instructor, Kirsten Johnson. Explore the connection of mind, body, and breath in a safe, body positive environment that is inclusive for all abilities and body types. This series will focus on the 5 Niyamas of yoga. Each week will incorporate Sun Salutations and warrior poses to warm up the body, and include other poses like dancer, crow, eagle, and half-moon with options for all levels.  Week 1: Intro to Niyamas  Week 2: Saucha: Purification and cleanliness  Week 3: Santosha: Contentment  Week 4: Tapas: Asceticism and self-discipline  Week 5: Svadhyaya: Self-study and self-reflection Week 6: Ishvara Pranidhana: Devotion and self-surrender Following each yoga session, we will present a short book recommendation on titles related to the weekly theme.  Registration via Zoom is required. Please click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the session.  It is not required to attend all 6 sessions. You may come for all, some, or just one.  About the instructor: Kirsten Johnson has been practicing yoga since 2012. She has certifications in Curvy Yoga, Yoga for All, Trauma Informed Yoga, and Kid's Yoga. She resides in Sacramento and currently teaches classes at RAW Yoga Studio, Good Elephant Sacramento, and for private clients and groups. Her passion is to empower and heal communities through yoga.  Developed resources reported on this page are supported by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, under Cooperative Agreement number UG4LM012341 with the UCLA Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health. 

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Quarantainment Book Club for Adults

Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98311610653?pwd=RDBia1h5YkhMSHR2ZFNyZ3djdDRQUT09 Meeting ID: 983 1161 0653 Passcode: 686258 One tap mobile +16699009128,,98311610653# US (San Jose) +......More

Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98311610653?pwd=RDBia1h5YkhMSHR2ZFNyZ3djdDRQUT09 Meeting ID: 983 1161 0653 Passcode: 686258 One tap mobile +16699009128,,98311610653# US (San Jose) +13462487799,,98311610653# US (Houston) Dial by your location         +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ai9uIRMOa The Adult Book Group invites you to escape your home through the pages of a good book. The February selection is His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie, ready for immediate download on Hoopla.

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