July 2016 Events for Children and Teens
Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 5, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.
Baby Lapsit (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Come to this program designed for you and your baby (0-18 months). We will encourage early literacy development and parent/child interaction through stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and more. Stay afterwards (until 11:20 a.m.) for play time with age-appropriate toys and a chance for caregivers to socialize.
July 5, Tuesday, 11:20 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays, designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Join us for play time before the program (at 10:50 am), which gives toddlers a chance to play with age-appropriate toys and caregivers a chance to socialize.
July 6, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Families Learn English (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Learn and practice English with a group of fellow families! This group will have a female conversation leader.
July 7, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Children ages 3-5, along with their favorite adults, will enjoy stories, fingerplays, songs and crafts in these free programs. Join us every week for a different theme!
July 7, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Art Lab-Olympic Games Inspired Jewelry, Charms & Accessories (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Art Beast presents “Art Lab”, a drop in art experience for all skill levels. Join us for a fun, process oriented art adventure featuring Olympic games inspired jewelry, charms & accessories. This is a simple, self directed project designed for kids and families that is intended to encourage our “art scientists” to get creative and to have fun with the art making process. Participants will create a special work of art to take home to display in their own home gallery!
July 8, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Game On! (Teen)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Drop in to Arcade Library for some afternoon gaming! Grab a controller for free play, fight to the top of the leaderboard or just come and watch the action.
July 9, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
LEGO Building Bash (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Do you love building things? Are Legos your passion? Come to this monthly Lego building party. We will provide the Legos and some ideas for how to use them.
July 12, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.
Baby Lapsit (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Come to this program designed for you and your baby (0-18 months). We will encourage early literacy development and parent/child interaction through stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and more. Stay afterwards (until 11:20 a.m.) for play time with age-appropriate toys and a chance for caregivers to socialize.
July 12, Tuesday, 11:20 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays, designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Join us for play time before the program (at 10:50 am), which gives toddlers a chance to play with age-appropriate toys and caregivers a chance to socialize.
July 13, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Families Learn English (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Learn and practice English with a group of fellow families! This group will have a female conversation leader.
July 14, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Children ages 3-5, along with their favorite adults, will enjoy stories, fingerplays, songs and crafts in these free programs. Join us every week for a different theme!
July 14, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Go for the Gold with Fenix Dance and Drum Company (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Celebrate the Summer Olympics in Brazil with an interactive samba drum and dance line-up. Learn fun facts about the Games.
July 16, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
The Magic of Timothy James (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Magic and comedy featuring audience participation. The program is suitable for kids and families. Timothy also offers a teen program that features sleight-of-hand and mindreading.
July 19, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.
Baby Lapsit (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Come to this program designed for you and your baby (0-18 months). We will encourage early literacy development and parent/child interaction through stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and more. Stay afterwards (until 11:20 a.m.) for play time with age-appropriate toys and a chance for caregivers to socialize.
July 19, Tuesday, 11:20 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays, designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Join us for play time before the program (at 10:50 am), which gives toddlers a chance to play with age-appropriate toys and caregivers a chance to socialize.
July 20, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Families Learn English (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Learn and practice English with a group of fellow families! This group will have a female conversation leader.
July 21, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Children ages 3-5, along with their favorite adults, will enjoy stories, fingerplays, songs and crafts in these free programs. Join us every week for a different theme!
July 21, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Three Billy Goats & Tortoise & Hare with Puppet Art Theater (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
This production begins with the classic race of the Tortoise and the Hare. Hare, super speedy; Tortoise, slow and steady. Who will win? The conclusion of the race takes place on the ‘Troll Bridge’ waking up the grumpy old Troll. Three Billy Goats must find a way to outwit the Troll and get across the bridge so they can enjoy the field of green grass.
July 22, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Chocolate Games for Teens (Teen)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Test your chocolate chops at this event for ages 12-19!
July 23, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Families Learn English (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Learn and practice English with a group of fellow families! This group will have a female conversation leader.
July 23, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Hula Hoop Demo with Allison Miller (Teen)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Join professional hoop dancer and trainer Allison Miller for an hour of learning how to hula-hoop your best!
July 26, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.
Baby Lapsit (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Come to this program designed for you and your baby (0-18 months). We will encourage early literacy development and parent/child interaction through stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and more. Stay afterwards (until 11:20 a.m.) for play time with age-appropriate toys and a chance for caregivers to socialize.
July 26, Tuesday, 11:20 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays, designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Join us for play time before the program (at 10:50 am), which gives toddlers a chance to play with age-appropriate toys and caregivers a chance to socialize.
July 27, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Families Learn English (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Learn and practice English with a group of fellow families! This group will have a female conversation leader.
July 28, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Children ages 3-5, along with their favorite adults, will enjoy stories, fingerplays, songs and crafts in these free programs. Join us every week for a different theme!
July 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Animals of the World with Wild Things (Family/All Ages)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Wild Things provides live wildlife educational programs, with wild animals from around the world.
July 29, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Advisory Board (Teen)
Arcade Library
2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento
Join the Arcade Teen Advisory Board and make your voice heard at the library! Enjoy refreshments with old and new friends, meet with the Teen Librarian to share your ideas and brainstorm library programs and projects to improve the library and the community.
Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 1, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Candy Sushi (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Hang out with other tweens ages 9-13 on Friday afternoons! This week we will be making candy sushi! Mmmm. We will provide the candy. You can bring a playlist to listen to if you’d like. Don’t forget to sign up for Summer Reading!
July 6, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 7, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 7, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Juggling, Sports and Chocolate (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Join Izzi Tooinsky, The Wild Man, on his great journey searching for the origins of juggling, sports and chocolate. This is a “Read for the Win!” Summer Reading Program.
July 7, Thursday, 5:30 p.m.
Movie Night: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (Teen)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Come enjoy free popcorn and see Scott Pilgrim slaughter his adversaries!
July 8, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Painting Class (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Hang out with other tweens ages 9-13 on Friday afternoons! This week have a painting class with an instructor and materials provided. Feel free to follow along or paint something of your own. Don’t forget to sign up for Summer Reading!
July 13, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 14, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 14, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Olympics Art Lab with Art Beast (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
It’s arts and craft hour at the library! We’ll make Olympic games inspired jewelry, charms and accessories. This is a “Read for the Win!” Summer Reading program.
July 15, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Harry Potter Party (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Harry Potter’s birthday is around the corner. Come celebrate with all things Hogwarts! Tweens ages 9-13 welcome. Don’t forget to sign up for Summer Reading.
July 16, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Grand Reopening and 70th Anniversary Celebration (Family/All Ages)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
This year marks the 70th Anniversary of Arden-Dimick Library. Come help us celebrate in our beautifully refurbished library! Treats, surprises and entertainment await!
July 20, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 21, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 21, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Go Forward with Ohana Dance Group (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
The Ohana Dance Group presents the music and dances of the Hawaiian Islands. This is an interactive show so be sure to wear your dancing shoes! Don’t forget to sign up for Summer Reading.
July 22, Friday, 3:00 p.m.
Tween Fridays: Pizza and a Movie (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Hang out with other tweens ages 9-13 on Friday afternoons. For our last tween meet-up we’re having pizza and a movie! We will provide the pizza and the movie. Don’t forget to sign up for Summer Reading. (Please note the earlier start time).
July 27, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Toddler storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 27, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Movie Madness (Family/All Ages)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
It’s family movie night at the library! Free film, free popcorn!
July 28, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Listen, sing, play, create and have FUN at our Preschool storytime program! Each week features either a craft activity or “stay and play” time featuring developmentally appropriate toys and sensory materials. Don’t miss it!
July 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Tortoise and the Hare with Puppet Art Theater (School Age (6-12))
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
This production begins with the classic race of the Tortoise and the Hare. Hare, super speedy; Tortoise, slow and steady. Who will win? The tortoise, the hare, or… the billy goat? What?! Come find out in this “Read for the Win!” Summer Reading program.
July 28, Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Henna Party! (Teen)
Arden-Dimick Library
891 Watt Ave., Sacramento
Come to a henna party at the library. Learn about the ancient art of henna (mehndi), get a henna tattoo, enjoy some Bollywood music and sample some Indian snacks.
Belle Cooledge Library, 5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Noon – 8 p.m.; Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 1, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Art Lab with Art Beast (Family/All Ages)
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Art Lab is a drop-in art experience for all ages and skill levels. Get messy and creative each month with themes highlighting a medium or technique. This program is designed for artists of all ages and a part of the Sacramento Public Library Summer Reading Challenge.
July 6, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Sing Along with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Join neighborhood favorite Mr. Cooper for 30 minutes of music time and freeze dancing for ages 3 to 7 years.
July 7, Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Toddlers and their caregivers will enjoy fun songs, stories and fingerplays. After the Storytime we will have a stay and play group or a simple craft. To ensure that storytime is a positive experience for all, attendance is limited to 40 children (they can bring as many adults as they want!).
July 7, Thursday, 11:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Preschoolers ages three and older and their caregivers are invited to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and a craft or play activity, all designed to build early literacy skills.
July 9, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Family Blanket-Fort Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Families are welcome to join us in the comfy confines of a blanket-fort, complete with flashlights. Children will hear stories, songs, fingerplays and are welcome to “stay and play” afterward. A limited number of flashlights will be on hand, if you have one bring one! This program is designed for ages 2 – 7.
July 12, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m.
Magician Perry Yan (Family/All Ages)
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Perry Yan’s magic delivers wonder and excitement. Join us at Belle Cooledge Library and delight in tricks, humor and balloon twisting during this must see performance for the whole family. This is a Summer Reading Challenge program intended for patrons of all ages.
July 13, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Sing Along with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Join neighborhood favorite Mr. Cooper for 30 minutes of music time and freeze dancing for ages 3 to 7 years.
July 14, Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Toddlers and their caregivers will enjoy fun songs, stories and fingerplays. After the Storytime we will have a stay and play group or a simple craft. To ensure that storytime is a positive experience for all, attendance is limited to 40 children (they can bring as many adults as they want!).
July 14, Thursday, 11:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Preschoolers ages three and older and their caregivers are invited to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and a craft or play activity, all designed to build early literacy skills.
July 16, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Read to a Dog (Family/All Ages)
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Looking for a fun way to boost your child’s reading skills while making new friends? Kids are invited to read aloud to a trained therapy dog and an adult volunteer. Participants may bring their own books or borrow one from the children’s collection, then read aloud to a furry friend.
July 16, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Lego Builder’s Ball (School Age (6-12))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Every third Saturday, come in and engineer something new or design something classic with our collection of Legos, Duplos and Megablocks. Kids of all ages are encouraged to try out their building skills! This program is designed for builders of all ages.
July 20, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Sing Along with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Join neighborhood favorite Mr. Cooper for 30 minutes of music time and freeze dancing for ages 3 to 7 years.
July 21, Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Toddlers and their caregivers will enjoy fun songs, stories and fingerplays. After the Storytime we will have a stay and play group or a simple craft. To ensure that storytime is a positive experience for all, attendance is limited to 40 children (they can bring as many adults as they want!).
July 21, Thursday, 11:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Preschoolers ages three and older and their caregivers are invited to join us for fun songs, stories, fingerplays and a craft or play activity, all designed to build early literacy skills.
July 22, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Fenix Drum and Dance Company (Family/All Ages)
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Dance with the Fenix Drum and Dance Company! Fenix is a performing troupe specializing in dance and drumming from West Africa, the Congo and the Caribbean, that highlights high energy multi-generational, multi-ethnic music and dance styles of the African Diaspora. This is a Summer Reading Challenge program intended for all ages.
July 27, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Sing Along with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Join neighborhood favorite Mr. Cooper for 30 minutes of music time and freeze dancing for ages 3 to 7 years.
July 28, Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
Science Storytime for Toddlers (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Let’s trade our storybooks for lab coats! All toddlers are invited to join the fun of art and science crafts emphasizing process based learning that will engage creativity and expand curiosity. Toddlers ages 18 – 36 months are welcome to bring their grownups and come make a mess with us!
July 28, Thursday, 11:00 a.m.
Science Storytime for Preschoolers (Early Childhood (0-5))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Let’s trade our storybooks for lab coats! All Preschoolers are invited to join the fun of art and science crafts emphasizing process based learning that will engage creativity and expand curiosity. All Preschoolers ages 36 – 60 months and their grownups can come make a mess with us!
July 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Tween Book Club (School Age (6-12))
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Are you a reader between around 9 – 12 years old, enjoy snacking, crafting and talking about a book with readers your age? Then the Belle Cooledge Tween Book Club is THE place for you! Snacks will be provided. This program is designed for readers between the ages of around 9 – 12. Ask at the Belle Cooledge Service Desk about obtaining a copy of this month’s title.
July 30, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Jungle James Animal Adventures (Family/All Ages)
Belle Cooledge Library
5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento
Celebrate Summer Reading with animals crawling, slithering, jumping, and sleeping in the Library! This is a Summer Reading Challenge event designed for animal fans of all ages.
Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.; Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 5, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 – 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.
July 6, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.
Freedom Crafts Summer Reading (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Celebrate your freedom to craft! We will put out all sorts of fun crafting activities to do – or you can strike out on your own. Independence Day meets crafting!
July 7, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Ms. Kathy for storytime! We will share books, songs, make a simple craft and have loads of fun! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
July 7, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie – Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles
July 8, Friday, 3:00 p.m.
Minecraft (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join us at the Carmichael Library for Minecraft!! Kids & teens of all ages welcome! Battle it out in Survival mode or explore your imagination in Creative mode. This event is first-come, first-served. Only 12 computers available in up to 30-min intervals. *Children under the age of 8 must have parent supervision.
July 8, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
After School Book Club (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join us on the second Friday of every month to discuss the book, play trivia games and have fun!
July 12, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 – 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.
July 13, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.
Indoor Sports and Games Summer Reading (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Fancy a round of golf? Are you an avid hula hooper? Come play some fun and silly sports and games at the Library!
July 13, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Maker Camp (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Teen program for building, tinkering and exploring. Unleash your inner maker spirit.
July 14, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Ms. Kathy for storytime! We will share books, songs, make a simple craft and have loads of fun! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
July 14, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie – Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles.
July 15, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Carmichael Manga Cafe (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Calling all manga/anime enthusiasts. Come hang out and discuss your likes. Food, crafts and fun!
July 15, Friday, 6:15 p.m.
Minecraft for Teens (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Come play Minecraft at the library AFTER WE CLOSE! Battle one another in Survival Mode or build your own world in Creative Mode. Ages 12-19 welcome, any and all experience levels. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. ONLY 23 SPOTS AVAILABLE. Registration begins 1 month in advance.
July 16, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Game On (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Get your game on with Mario Kart Wii at the Carmichael Library. This is a summer reading program.
July 19, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 – 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.
July 20, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.
Uncle Jer’s Traveling Bee Show Summer Reading, (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Does your child enjoy learning about the natural world? Uncle Jer brings live bees, honeycombs and of course, honey! Kids of all ages will learn about bee history, safety, pollination, honey production, honey harvesting, physical aspects of bees and the health benefits of honey. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
July 20, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Maker Camp (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Teen program for building, tinkering and exploring. Unleash your inner maker spirit.
July 21, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Ms. Kathy for storytime! We will share books, songs, make a simple craft and have loads of fun! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
July 21, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie – Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles
July 22, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
Carmichael Teen Book Club (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Love to read. Join other teens discussing their favorite books. Pick one of our suggestions or read your own choice. Please bring a snack and share your insights.
July 23, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Sixty-Second Challenges for Teens (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Sixty-Second Challenges for teens. Try your hand at these special challenges for teens. This is a summer reading program.
July 26, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. For school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 – 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.
July 27, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.
Pottered Plants Summer Reading (School Age (6-12))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Carmichael Library celebrates Beatrix Potter and her love of plants and art by combining them! Come to the library and decorate a plant container and celebrate your green thumb. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
July 27, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Teen Maker Camp (Teen)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Teen program for building, tinkering and exploring. Unleash your inner maker spirit.
July 28, Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Join Ms. Kathy for storytime! We will share books, songs, make a simple craft and have loads of fun! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
July 28, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Carmichael Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Carmichael Library
5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael
Bring your friends and enjoy a movie – Free! Visit Carmichael Library for a list of up-coming movie titles.
Central Library, 828 I St., Sacramento
Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.; Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday: Noon – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 7, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Join Miss Caitlin for stories, songs and lots of fun! We aim to have a good time while building pre-literacy skills. Wigglers are welcome; no need to sit still!
July 9, Saturday, 12:00 p.m.
Doctor Who Day (Family/All Ages)
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Central Library will be holding a Doctor Who celebration in honor of Doctor Who Comic Day (July 9, 2016). Join us as we spend the afternoon with our favorite Time Lord with crafts, a screening of a classic adventure and more. There will be a Doctor Who costume contest at 3PM! Free for everyone!
July 10, Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
Read for the Win with Magician Andy Amyx (Family/All Ages)
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Celebrate Summer Reading with a spectacular magic show! Andy Amyx combines elegant sleight of hand and manipulation with amazing feats of illusion, audience participation and comedy!
July 14, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Join Miss Caitlin for stories, songs and lots of fun! We aim to have a good time while building pre-literacy skills. Wigglers are welcome; no need to sit still!
July 17, Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
Read for the Win with the Bubble Lady (Family/All Ages)
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Celebrate Summer Reading with the incredible Bubble Lady! Children and families will delight in this magical bubble show full of music and fun!
July 21, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Join Miss Caitlin for stories, songs and lots of fun! We aim to have a good time while building pre-literacy skills. Wigglers are welcome; no need to sit still!
July 24, Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
Read for the Win with NorCal Bats! (Family/All Ages)
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Celebrate Summer Reading with a presentation from NorCal Bats! Meet these small heroes and learn how they help to protect our food. Live bats will be available for viewing as well as shown as part of the presentation.
July 28, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Join Miss Caitlin for stories, songs and lots of fun! We aim to have a good time while building pre-literacy skills. Wigglers are welcome; no need to sit still!
July 31, Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
Read for the Win with Uncle Jer’s Bee Show! (Family/All Ages)
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Celebrate Summer Reading with Uncle Jer’s Bee show! Kids will learn about bee history, safety, pollination, honey production, honey harvesting and the health benefits of honey. Jer brings live bees, a taste of honey and frames of beeswax!
July 31, Sunday, 1:30 p.m.
Super Smash Bros. for WiiU Tournaments (Family/All Ages)
Central Library
828 I St., Sacramento
Test your Smash Bros. skills in the Central Library’s Super Smash Bros. tournament! Enter yourself in our single elimination one-on-one tournament. If there are more than 4 entrants under the age of 12 then a children’s tournament will be run. Prizes will awarded to the first and second place finishers in the adult tournament and the first place finisher of the possible youth tournament. Sign-ups will end after the end of the first tournament round or after all spots (Up to 32 spots per tournament bracket) have been filled, whichever occurs first.
Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Noon – 8 p.m.; Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 1, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 5, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 5, Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.
Manga & Gaming Café: Naruto (Teen)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Attention manga, anime and video game fans! Every first Tuesday, stop by the Colonial Heights Library Manga & Gaming Café for crafts, gaming and meeting other fans. This month, we’ll be playing Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Revolution on Xbox 360, and making Naruto crafts. All supplies provided! For teens ages 13 and up.
July 6, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join us every Wednesday morning for stories, songs and rhymes! Every week, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play. Inspire your new reader with this fun, interactive storytime. After Storytime stick around for Stay & Play at 11 AM.
July 6, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 7, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Singing with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join local favorite Mister Cooper for singing and freeze dancing. After the music, families are invited to Stay & Play with the library’s developmental, age-appropriate toys, or visit in the library garden.
July 7, Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 7, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Kid Studio: Rainbow Sculptures (School Age (6-12))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Stretch your creativity and discover the fun of process art at Kid Studio. This week, we’ll be practicing the art of sculpture! Create your own colorful sculpture. All supplies provided. Artists younger than 8 years old require adult supervision.
July 8, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 9, Saturday, All Day
Crocker Block by Block (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
District 5 Block by Block party.
July 12, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 13, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join us every Wednesday morning for stories, songs and rhymes! Every week, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play. Inspire your new reader with this fun, interactive storytime. After Storytime stick around for Stay & Play at 11 AM.
July 13, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 14, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Singing with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join local favorite Mister Cooper for singing and freeze dancing. After the music, families are invited to Stay & Play with the library’s developmental, age-appropriate toys, or visit in the library garden.
July 14, Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 14, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Nature’s Critters (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join us for family-friendly Summer Reading performances all summer long! This week features biologist Lisa Seto’s Nature’s Critters, an engaging educational presentation to introduce children to reptiles, amphibians and more. Library programming is brought to you with the generous support of the Friends of the Colonial Heights Library.
July 15, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 19, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 20, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join us every Wednesday morning for stories, songs and rhymes! Every week, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play. Inspire your new reader with this fun, interactive storytime. After Storytime stick around for Stay & Play at 11 AM.
July 20, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 21, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Singing with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join local favorite Mister Cooper for singing and freeze dancing. After the music, families are invited to Stay & Play with the library’s developmental, age-appropriate toys, or visit in the library garden.
July 21, Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 21, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Kid Studio: String Art (School Age (6-12))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Stretch your creativity and discover the fun of process art at Kid Studio. This week, we’ll be creating string art, a kid-friendly way to learn the basics of weaving. All supplies provided! Artists younger than 8 years old require adult supervision.
July 22, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 26, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 26, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Family Game Night (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join the Friends of the Colonial Heights Library for Family Game Night! Each month features a different game for family and friends to play, from Pictionary to Family Feud. We provide the games and snacks, all you need to bring is yourself and some friends or family. All ages are welcome!
July 27, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join us every Wednesday morning for stories, songs and rhymes! Every week, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play. Inspire your new reader with this fun, interactive storytime. After Storytime stick around for Stay & Play at 11 AM.
July 27, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 27, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Stories and Seeds (School Age (6-12))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
The last Wednesday of every month, we’ll meet in the Read & Feed garden rain or shine to share a book about gardening, seeds, nature or growing food. Plus, we’ll explore the garden to see what we’re growing, do an activity and enjoy a veggie or fruit snack depending on what’s in season.
July 28, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Singing with Mister Cooper (Early Childhood (0-5))
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join local favorite Mister Cooper for singing and freeze dancing. After the music, families are invited to Stay & Play with the library’s developmental, age-appropriate toys, or visit in the library garden.
July 28, Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
July 28, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
Fenix Drum & Dance Company (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
Join us for all ages Summer Reading performances! This week, Fenix Drum & Dance Company will perform ‘Go for the Gold’, an Olympics-themed drum and dance performance perfect for getting ready to Read for the Win! Library programming is brought to you with the support of the Friends of the Colonial Heights Library.
July 29, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at the Library (Family/All Ages)
Colonial Heights Library
4799 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento
While school is out for the summer, the library is serving free lunch for kids ages 18 and under, provided by the Elk Grove Unified School District Food and Nutrition Services, with support from the California Summer Meals Coalition. Summer lunch is available Tuesday-Friday from June 14th through August 5th.
Courtland Library, 170 Primasing Ave. Courtland
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday through Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: Noon – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 7, Thursday, 12:45 p.m.
Art Beast (Family/All Ages)
Courtland Library
170 Primasing Ave. Courtland
Come make Summer Reading medals for Read for the Win @ the Courtland Library!
Del Paso Heights Library, 920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday through Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.;
Friday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at or visit www.saclibrary.org.
July 2, Saturday, 1:00 a.m.
Mini Golf (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
This June you can witness legends in the world of golf competing not only against cunningly devised obstacles, but against themselves to achieve golfing immortality. At the US Open? Maybe. However, that competition pales in comparison to the skill on display at the Del Paso Heights Open, a three day battle for the prestigious title of Library Golf Champion.
July 6, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Lapsit Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
The Del Paso Heights Library is excited to offer a storytime geared towards infants and young toddlers. Every Tuesday at 11, we will be holding a lapsit storytime which offers a fun interactive way to help encourage early childhood development and promote a lifelong love of stories and literacy. Newborns and toddlers as old as three years old are allowed to attend. Play time with age appropriate toys follows this event.
July 6, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Storytime (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
Hear renowned story teller Mr. Tim present dramatic renditions of his favorite stories every Saturday at the Del Paso Heights Library. Drawing on his vast store of tales and his talent for performance, Mr. Tim will entertain anyone (no matter their age) who has an appreciation of a good story. Come down to the library, find a good spot on the floor or pick a chair, and prepare to be impressed.
July 6, Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.
Outdoor Games (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
On the heels of the Del Paso Heights Mini Golf Open, the library will be hosting a second test of athletic skill. As you read for the win this summer, we invite you to show off your prowess for games of skill (as well as reading) at the Library.
July 9, Saturday, 3:00 p.m.
Outdoor Games (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
On the heels of the Del Paso Heights Mini Golf Open, the library will be hosting a second test of athletic skill. As you read for the win this summer, we invite you to show off your prowess for games of skill (as well as reading) at the Library.
July 13, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Lapsit Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
The Del Paso Heights Library is excited to offer a storytime geared towards infants and young toddlers. Every Tuesday at 11, we will be holding a lapsit storytime which offers a fun interactive way to help encourage early childhood development and promote a lifelong love of stories and literacy. Newborns and toddlers as old as three years old are allowed to attend. Play time with age appropriate toys follows this event.
July 13, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Storytime (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
Hear renowned story teller Mr. Tim present dramatic renditions of his favorite stories every Saturday at the Del Paso Heights Library. Drawing on his vast store of tales and his talent for performance, Mr. Tim will entertain anyone (no matter their age) who has an appreciation of a good story. Come down to the library, find a good spot on the floor or pick a chair, and prepare to be impressed.
July 13, Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.
Marshmallow Ballistics (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
Want a lesson in physics that isn’t hard and is easy to digest? In that case, the Del Paso Heights Library has the program for you. Come help us propel some marshmallows in this STEM themed event.
July 16, Saturday, 3:00 p.m.
Go For the Gold with the Fenix Drum and Dance Co. (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
Eager to learn more about the Summer Olympics? Want to demonstrate your drumming and dancing skills? The Fenix Drum and Dance Company and the Del Paso Heights Library have the event for you. Learn about the Olympics, participate in an interactive samba session and learn all about the Olympics.
July 16, Saturday, 5:30 p.m.
Teen Game Night (Teen)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
The Del Paso Heights Library is happy to announce the return of its Spring and Summer Teen Game Night! The third Saturday of the month over the summer the library will open after it closes for the day and transform into a haven of game-playing and fun for two hours! Video games, board games and food will be provided. This program will be limited to ages 13-22, and all attendees must either be able to provide a valid school ID or Sacramento Public Library Card. Questions may be addressed to Benjamin Hoyt at the Del Paso Heights Library.
July 20, Wednesday, 1:00 a.m.
Hunger Games Nerf Competition (Family/All Ages)
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
Show off your accuracy and target shooting skills with a Hunger Games themed (and Olympics inspired) target shooting exhibition at Del Paso Heights.
July 20, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Lapsit Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Del Paso Heights Library
920 Grand Ave., Sacramento
The Del Paso Heights Library is excited to offer a storytime geared towards infants and young toddlers. Every Tuesday at 11, we will be holding a lapsit storytime which offers a fun interactive way to help encourage early childhood development and promote a lifelong love of stories and literacy. Newborns and toddlers as old as three years old are allowed.
