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Sonoma County September Events

Join us for events throughout the month of September, from chair yoga to ukelele for beginners. All events are free and you don’t need a library card to attend; registration is required for select events. See some of our September events below!

KidsSeeds and Reads: Sea Stars Learn fun facts about starfish and decorate your own salt dough model! 

For grades K-6. At four libraries: Roseland, Northwest Santa Rosa, Windsor, and Guerneville.Little Artist’s First 100 WordsJoin children’s author Tenisha Bernal to explore little artist’s first words through interactive reading and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 0-6. At two libraries: Cloverdale and Central Santa Rosa.

TeensTeen Ukelele Workshop Learn to play ukelele in a three-part series for beginners at the Windsor Regional Library! Ukeleles provided. For grades 7-12. Register to receive a reminder email. Paying for College with ScholarshipsJoin scholarships advisor Becca Lippman for three interactive workshops that teach students and parents how to find, apply for, and manage scholarships. For grades 9-12. Register to receive a reminder email. At two libraries: Petaluma and Sonoma Valley.

AdultsChair Yoga with Stacie DooreckKeep your body and mind healthy with chair yoga! Suitable for all ages and abilities, including those with chronic illness or pre/post-surgery injuries. At three libraries: Cloverdale, Petaluma, and Rincon Valley.Flor de Calabaza Quesadillas WorkshopLearn how to use colorful squash blossoms—flor de calabaza—to add delicate flavor to a traditional Mexican dish. At four libraries: Windsor, Rohnert Park Cotati, Central Santa Rosa, and Cloverdale.Looking for more? Explore the full calendar! Explore the CalendarA Reminder from Your Library

Visit us online or in person at one of our branches. Be sure to check out open jobs at Sonoma County Library here.  Questions? Please call your local library branch or click here to send us a message. 

 Eventos en septiembre Únete a nosotros para disfrutar de eventos durante todo el mes de septiembre, desde yoga en silla hasta ukelele para principiantes. Todos los eventos son gratuitos y no necesitas una tarjeta de la biblioteca para asistir; 

se requiere inscripción para eventos seleccionados. ¡Conoce algunos de nuestros eventos de diciembre a continuación!Niñes Semillas y libros: Estrellas de mar¡Descubre datos divertidos sobre las estrellas de mar y decora tu propio modelo de masa de sal!

 Para los grados K-6. En cuatro bibliotecas: Roseland, Northwest Santa Rosa, Windsor y Guerneville.Las primeras 100 palabras de un pequeño artistaAcompaña a la autora Tenisha Bernal a explorar las primeras palabras de pequeños artistas a través de la lectura interactiva y actividades prácticas. 

Recomendado para edades 0-6. En dos bibliotecas: Cloverdale y Central Santa Rosa.JóvenesTaller de ukelele para Jóvenes¡Aprende a tocar el ukelele en una serie de tres partes para principiantes en la Biblioteca Regional de Windsor! Los ukeleles serán proporcionados. Para los grados 7-12. Inscríbete para recibir un recordatorio del evento por correo electrónico.Pagar la universidad con becasÚnete a la asesora de becas Becca Lippman en tres talleres interactivos que enseñan a estudiantes y padres cómo encontrar, solicitar y administrar becas. 

Para los grados 9 a 12. Inscríbete para recibir un recordatorio del evento por correo electrónico. En dos bibliotecas: Petaluma y Sonoma Valley.

AdultosYoga de silla con Stacie Dooreck¡Mantén tu cuerpo y tu mente sanos con el yoga en silla! Adecuado para todas las edades y habilidades, incluidas aquellas personas con enfermedades crónicas o lesiones antes y después de la cirugía. En tres bibliotecas: Cloverdale, Petaluma y Rincon Valley.Taller para hacer quesadillas con flor de calabazaAprende a usar las coloridas flores de calabaza para agregar un sabor delicado a un plato tradicional mexicano. En cuatro bibliotecas: Windsor, Rohnert Park Cotati, Central Santa Rosa y Cloverdale.

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Join NorthBay LGBTQI Families & Positive Images at The Environmental Discovery Center at Spring Lake Regional Park Sept. 7

Join us for a day of adventures at the Environmental Discovery Center on Saturday September 7th from 10:30am-1:30pm! The Environmental Discovery Center at Spring Lake Regional Park is a natural history center featuring hands-on displays and exhibits designed primarily for children in elementary school (but fun for folks of all ages!). At the Environmental Discovery Center folks can learn about Sonoma County’s ecosystems through exhibits that invite them to touch, climb, crawl, and imagine, explore a tide pool with live sea creatures, see live fish, and get up close to taxidermy wildlife like mountain lions and coyote, conduct earth science experiments and learn to look at surroundings in new ways, and hike with a naturalist and learn about local plants and animals. The Environmental Discovery Center’s current exhibit is “Habitat and Home.” 

The Environmental Discovery Center address is 393 Violetti Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95409, located just inside of the Violetti Road entrance to Spring Lake. Thanks to our friends at Sonoma County Regional Parks, PI staff will have parking passes available for the first 20 drivers who don’t have a Regional Parks pass.

Social Saturdays are monthly family friendly and all ages events taking place in different locations around Sonoma County. Keep in touch to learn where the next Social Saturday will be. 

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Acompáñenos en un día de aventuras en el Centro de Descubrimiento Medioambiental el sábado 7 de septiembre de 10:30 a 13:30. El Centro de Descubrimiento Medioambiental del Parque Regional de Spring Lake es un centro de historia natural con exposiciones prácticas diseñadas principalmente para niños de primaria (¡pero son divertidas para gente de todas las edades!). En el Centro de Descubrimiento Medioambiental, los niños pueden aprender sobre los ecosistemas del condado de Sonoma a través de exposiciones que les invitan a tocar, escalar, gatear e imaginar, explorar una piscina de mareas con criaturas marinas vivas, ver peces vivos y acercarse a animales salvajes taxidermizados como pumas y coyotes, realizar experimentos de ciencias de la tierra y aprender a observar el paisaje de nuevas formas, así como hacer excursiones con un naturalista y aprender sobre plantas y animales locales. La exposición actual del Centro de Descubrimiento Medioambiental es «Hábitat y hogar». 

La dirección del Centro de Descubrimiento Medioambiental es 393 Violetti Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95409, situado justo dentro de la entrada de Violetti Road hacia Spring Lake. Gracias a nuestros amigos de los Parques Regionales del Condado de Sonoma, el personal de PI dispondrá de pases de estacionamiento para los primeros 20 conductores que no tengan un pase de los Parques Regionales.

Los Sábados Sociales son eventos mensuales para toda la familia y todas las edades que se realizan en diferentes lugares del Condado de Sonoma. Manténgase en contacto para saber dónde será el próximo Sábado Social. 

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Wake Up Sonoma Hosts Anti Project 2025 Event September 7

Brad Onishi – a former Christian nationalist and author of Preparing for War, as well as podcast host of Straight White American Jesus” will share insights alongside other esteemed panelists about this rising issue of concern in our society today. This event, hosted by Wake UP Sonoma, will address the impact of the Christian Nationalist movement on American Democracy, what it means for our future as well as some hopeful take away ideas and messages about what we can do.Other PanelistsPeter Coyote – Activist, author, Buddhist PriestRev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy – President of Pacific School of Religion in Berkely – Progressive activistNEW – Jared Huffman – US representative for California’s 2nd congressional district (if schedule allows)Moderated by Rev. Dr. Curren Reichert – Local Pastor, progressive church leader and activistBrad has been a guest speaker on many state and national stages and forums. You can hear an interview with him here on NPR’s Fresh AirTracing the rise of Christian nationalism, from Trump to the Ala. Supreme Court : NPRDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from experts and engage in meaningful dialogue about the challenges we face. Let’s stand together for democracy and equality!When: September 7th, 6-8 PM
Where: Burlingame Hall, 252 W Spain St, Sonoma, CATickets: https://mynorthbaytickets.com/events/stop-project-2025Complementary wine from the following wineries will be served:Sixteen 600, Jambe De Bois, Treasure IslandAs a Human Rights organization, Wake UP Sonoma sees Project 2025 as a threat to human and civil rights, and as part of our mission and vision, we strongly oppose it and hope to continue to provide education and information about this important topic.  We see this is very much a threat to our Democracy.  
WE BELIEVE INCIVIC AND CORPORATE TRANSPARENCYFOSTERING DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSIONACTIVATING FOR DEMOCRACY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
Your donations are important as part of these efforts.  We hope you can help us give back to the community through your donations!Donate — Wake Up SonomaOnward!Wake UP SonomaEducate, Activate, Advocate

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Art For Life Begins August 22

The 38th. Annual Art for Life fundraiser kicks off Aug. 22This year the event will be a hybrid event as the auction will be up online along with a Gallery Showing at the Santa Rosa Arts Center. 

This event is not just about art; it’s about making a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need. We invite you to join us and become a part of this incredible cause by registering to bid on stunning artworks that will be up for auction.

IMPORTANT DATES
Gallery ShowThursday, August 22 – Sunday, August 25th.Santa Rosa Arts Center 312 A Street, Santa Road Gallery Hours: 11am-3pm 

ONLINE AUCTION
Opens online Thursday, August 22nd. through Tuesday, August 27th at 8:00pm
REGISTER TO BIDVIEW GALLERY 
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An Open Letter from Sonoma County Pride

 Dear Community Members,  

Sonoma County Pride (SCP) would like to address concerns raised in a circulating petition regarding violence and discrimination faced by Black, Brown, and Indigenous individuals at the hands of law enforcement. We appreciate the valid concerns expressed about the inclusion of Law Enforcement Departments at our Pride Parade and Festival.   

At SCP, we prioritize the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all LGBTQ+ community members. We honor the legacy of Stonewall and Marsha P. Johnson, a trans woman of color who led the 1969 riots against police harassment and brutality. It is crucial to continue uplifting their courage while recognizing the ongoing struggle for justice and equality.  In response to the petition calling for the exclusion of law enforcement from our events, we want to emphasize that we are actively listening to our community. Through open dialogue, education, and collaboration, we aim to create Pride events that are safe, inclusive, and empowering for all. SCP has engaged in workshops and valuable conversations addressing this issue, including at the 2021 Consolidated Association of Pride, Inc. (CAPI) conference, and with other Pride committees and community members.  

Leading up to our 2024 Parade and Festival, SCP engaged in meaningful discussions with community members, advocacy groups, and individuals, including petition signers. We have also been engaging with law enforcement and community leaders about their role in Pride events. SCP initiated conversations with law enforcement prior to the Parade / Festival to address community concerns and explore potential changes to their presence at our events. 

 Since 2018, SCP has experienced a positive relationship with the Santa Rosa Police Department, working collaboratively to promote a safe and inclusive environment at our events. We believe that improvements come from respectful discourse, collaboration, and commitment. We will hold community meetings before and after the 2025 Pride event to discuss topics such as police presence, diversity, and equity, and to plan for the involvement of Law Enforcement in our future Pride events.  

Historically, SCP has donated a minimum of 25% of our net proceeds each year to local nonprofits supporting the LGBTQI+ community, totaling over $19,000 last year. This year, we are allocating these funds towards hosting community conversations, in order to cover costs for rental spaces, mediators, trainers, workshops, scholarships, and related activities. We are developing guidelines to address the concerns raised about police presence at our events.  Our goal is to create safe spaces for all LGBTQ+ community members, particularly those historically marginalized and disproportionately targeted by systemic violence and discrimination.

We will keep you informed about developments and planned activities, and we encourage you to continue sharing your thoughts, ideas, and experiences with us as we work towards a more inclusive and uplifting Pride celebration.  

Thank you for your continued support and for being a vital part of the Sonoma County Pride community.  With love and solidarity,   The Board of Directors Sonoma County Pride  

Sonoma County Pride is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to promoting equality for all. Our mission is to support the non-profit community and educate about the rich LGBTQ+ history of Sonoma County.

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This Month at Sonoma County Library

Join us for events throughout the month of August, from book clubs to the annual Teen Film Festival premiere. All events are free and you don’t need a library card to attend; registration is required for select events. See some of our August events below!
Kids
Bilingual Yoga for KidsImprove physical and mental well-being with these fun yoga classes led by Sara Gagnon. For ages 2-12. Join the fun at three libraries: Northwest Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park Cotati, and Rincon Valley.
Magician Mike Della Penna– Rescheduled show!Celebrate the magic of reading on Thursday, August 1, at 1:00 pm with this funny and interactive show for children at the Healdsburg Library.
Teens
Teen Film Festival PremiereJoin us at the Rohnert Park Cotati Library on Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 pm for the Teen Film Festival premiere! After you walk the red carpet, enjoy an in-person screening of the winning films with popcorn and refreshments, followed by an awards ceremony. 
Sound Studio BasicsLearn how to use sound studio hardware and software, then get started recording a song, podcast, or story using GarageBand! Advance registration required. Maximum of three participants. At two libraries: Central Santa Rosa and Rincon Valley.
Adults
Book ClubsBuild community and explore new perspectives at one—or more!—of our book clubs. From memoir to mystery, we’ve got something for everyone. Wherever you live in Sonoma County, there’s a book club near you, or check out a virtual book club!
Author TalksJoin us on Wednesday, August 21, at 4:00pm for a virtual chat with New York Times-bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures, Shelby Van Pelt! Want more conversations with literary luminaries? Sign up for virtual Author Talks here: sonomalibrary.org/authortalks
Looking for more? Explore the full calendar! Explore the Calendar
Thank you for being a member of the Sonoma County Library community. Visit us online or in person at one of our branches. Be sure to check out open jobs at Sonoma County Library here.  Questions? Please call your local library branch or click here to send us a message.  Eventos en agosto Únete a los eventos durante todo el mes de agosto, desde clubs de lectura hasta el estreno anual del festival de cine para jóvenes. Todos los eventos son gratuitos y no se necesita una tarjeta de la biblioteca para asistir; se requiere inscripción para eventos seleccionados. ¡Conoce algunos de nuestros eventos de diciembre a continuación!
Niños 
Yoga bilingüe para niñosMejora el bienestar físico y mental con estas divertidas clases de yoga dirigidas por Sara Gagnon. Para edades de 2 a 12 años. Únete a la diversión en tres bibliotecas: Northwest, Rohnert Park Cotati y Rincon Valley.
Mago Mike Della Penna–¡espectáculo reprogramado!Celebra la magia de la lectura el jueves 1 de agosto a la 1:00 p.m. con este espectáculo divertido e interactivo para niños. En la Biblioteca de Healdsburg.
Jóvenes
Estreno del Festival de Cine para Jóvenes¡Únete a nosotros en la Biblioteca Rohnert Park Cotati el miércoles 28 de agosto a las 6:30 pm para el estreno del festival de cine para jóvenes! Después de caminar por la alfombra roja, disfruta de una proyección en persona de las películas ganadoras con palomitas de maíz y bocaditos, seguida de una ceremonia de premiación. 
Conceptos básicos del estudio de sonidoAprende a utilizar el equipo y el programa de un estudio de sonido y luego comienza a grabar una canción, un podcast o una historia con GarageBand. Se requiere inscripción.Máximo tres participantes. En dos bibliotecas: Central Santa Rosa y Rincon Valley.
Adultos
Clubs de lecturaForma una comunidad y explora nuevas perspectivas en uno (¡o más!) de nuestros clubs de lectura. Desde memorias hasta misterio, tenemos algo para todos. Dondequiera que vivas en el condado de Sonoma, habrá un club de lectura cerca de ti, ¡o visita un club de lectura virtual!
Charlas de autorÚnete a nosotros el miércoles 21 de agosto a las 4:00 p.m.para una charla virtual con la autora más vendida del New York Times de Remarkably Bright Creatures, Shelby Van Pelt. ¿Quieres más conversaciones con luminarias literarias? Inscríbete para charlas virtuales de autores aquí: sonomalibrary.org/authortalks
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