Calling all grandparents, aunts, uncles, nannies, and neighbors! 

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8^th 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 and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Email homeworkzone@saclibrary.org for the week’s zoom links.

*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.

***Virtual author visit! Author Henry Barajas will be joining us!

Play with Sacramento Public Library this summer! Join librarians on Facebook every Thursday for Play and Rhyme!

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) protects consumers and fosters trust by regulating companies and individuals offering financial products and services. Join us to learn about:

• DFPI Services
• Financial Fraud Prevention
• What scams to watch out for and how to avoid them
• How scammers manipulate our emotions to profit
• How to protect your family’s financial health
• Resources, information and where to get help
• How to file a complaint

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.

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8^th 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 and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Email homeworkzone@saclibrary.org for the week’s zoom links.

*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.

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.

Acompáñenos en el programa "Cocinar en casa," presentado por el Latino Leadership Council. Los participantes aprenderán que la comida es una parte importante de la cultura latina y luego prepararán un plato nutritivo y sabroso de sopa de tortilla. ¡Reúna los siguientes ingredientes y cocine en casa!

Se debe registrar en Zoom para participar en este programa. Haga clic aquí pararegistrarse. Después de registrarse, usted recibirá un correo electrónico confirmando su registro y con información sobre cómo ingresar a la sesión.

Ingredientes (Sirve 4)

1 ¹/₂ tazas de cebolla picada
3 ¹/₂ tazas de caldo de pollo reducido en sodio
1 ¹/₄ libras de pechugas de pollo con hueso, sin piel
1 taza de calabaza chayote , cortada en cubitos y pelada
³/₄ taza de frijoles pintos enlatados, bajos en sodio, enjuagados y escurridos
1 cucharada de chile en polvo
¹/₂ cucharadita de ajo en polvo
4 Tortillas de maíz de 6 pulgadas, cortadas en tiras, horneadas hasta que estén crujientes
1 Aguacate pelado, sin hueso y en rodajas

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.

Parents and children are invited to join the Health Education Council to learn about healthy foods and the We Can! food categories (1. Go, 2. Slow, 3. Whoa). Join us to learn how to make a simple and delicious healthy snack recipe at home! Gather the following ingredients and follow along during the program!

Registration via Zoom is required. Please click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the session.

What you'll need

Sharp knife
Cutting board
Bread knife
Measuring cups
Microwave

Ingredients (Serves 4)
2 Pita Pockets
¹/₄ Cup peanut butter reduced fat, chunky
1/2 Apple
1 Banana
1/2 Peach

Reading Old Handwriting, with speaker Glenda Gardner Lloyd

Join us for virtual Zumba®, led by local instructor, Lisa Harris. 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. 

If you are new to Zumba, check out these videos for a breakdown of popular moves.

Enjoy Storytime at home! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Song and Rhyme Storytime on Facebook Live!

Calling all grandparents, aunts, uncles, nannies, and neighbors! 

Families with young children are invited to join us at Fair Oaks Library outside for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend. 

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8^th 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 and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Email homeworkzone@saclibrary.org for the week’s zoom links.

*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.

Families with young children are invited to join us in front of the Rio Linda Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and to bring blankets for sitting on the ground. Spaces are marked to encourage social distancing. Please note that programs may be cancelled due to inclement weather or poor air quality. 

This event is free and presented in English.

Play with Sacramento Public Library this summer! Join librarians on Facebook every Thursday for Play and Rhyme!

This session focuses on the components of your legacy, primarily how to construct your financial estate plan and how you may want to be remembered through an ethical will. Presented by Anne Rosenthal, a Certified Specialist whose practice emphasizes estate planning, trust, and probate administration, and Rivkah Sass, the Director of Sacramento Public Library.

Register here 

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.

Need help with school work? Students in Kindergarten through 8^th 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 and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Email homeworkzone@saclibrary.org for the week’s zoom links.

*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.

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.

Join us for "Communicating with your Child's Pediatrician," presented by Health Net. Establishing a good relationship with your child's pediatrician can have a positive impact on your child's health and well-being. Dr. Douglas Gross, MD, PhD, UC Davis Medical Center Department of Pediatrics will share tips on:

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.