Join us for events throughout the month of February, from storytelling workshops to West African rhythm and movement. All events are free and you don’t need a library card to attend; registration is required for select events.

Kids

West African Rhythm and Body MovementCelebrate the rich cultural traditions of West Africa with local educator Tyehimba Kokayi! Explore engaging rhythms, songs, and energetic dance moves. Recommended for grades K-6. At six libraries: Healdsburg, Petaluma, Northwest Santa Rosa, Central Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, and Sonoma Valley.

Family is a Rainbow StorytimeJoin us for a special storytime celebrating family, diversity, and community. Parents, caregivers, and guardians are welcome to bring their children for an hour of stories, crafts, and exploring what it means to be a family. Recommended for ages 3-8. At four libraries: Guerneville, Cloverdale, Rincon Valley, and Roseland.

Teens

Peptoc Poster WorkshopJoin the creators of the viral Peptoc hotline (707-8PEPTOC) and book, You Are Amazing Like a Rocket, to spread joy and kindness. Ask yourself, “What could you say or do for someone having a hard day?” and create a poster with your own words and drawings. All materials provided. At three locations: Central Santa Rosa and Northwest Santa Rosa libraries, and the Petaluma Community Center.

Pop/Rock Band WorkshopLearn how to play in a band in this three-part series for beginners. Taught by local musicians Elizabeth and Alex of Honey Disposition. Instruments provided. Grades 7-12. At two libraries: Rohnert Park Cotati and Guerneville.

Adults

Flower & Song: A Storytelling WorkshopPreserve personal and family narratives with poet and musician Nicolás R. Valdez, who will guide you through the power of performance art. At three libraries: Sebastopol, Healdsburg, and Northwest Santa Rosa.

Author Talks: I Am Nobody’s Slave with Lee HawkinsJoin a virtual conversation with journalist and author Lee Hawkins on Tuesday, February 18, at 11:00 am. Hawkins will discuss his family’s legacy of post-enslavement trauma and resilience from his memoir, I Am Nobody’s Slave: How Uncovering My Family’s History Set Me Free.

February is Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month this February—and all year long!—with Sonoma County Library, where celebrating our community is more than a month. From free year-round events to librarian-recommended book lists, there’s something for everyone. Explore books for kids, teens, and adults at sonomalibrary.org/StaffPicks.

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Niñes

Ritmo y movimiento Corporal de África Occidental  ¡Celebra las ricas tradiciones culturales de África occidental con el maestro local Tyehimba Kokayi! Explora ritmos interesantes, canciones y movimientos de baile llenos de energía. Recomendado para los grados K-6. En seis bibliotecas: Healdsburg, Petaluma, Northwest Santa Rosa, Central Santa Rosa, Sebastopol y Sonoma Valley.

La familia es un arcoíris Acompáñanos a escuchar cuentos sobre la importancia de la familia, la diversidad y la comunidad. Damos la bienvenida a familiares, cuidadores, tutores y niñes a una hora de historias, manualidades y exploración de lo que significa ser una familia. Recomendado para edades 3-8. En cuatro bibliotecas: Guerneville, Cloverdale, Rincon Valley y Roseland.

Jóvenes

Taller de pósters PeptocAcompaña a las creadoras de la línea directa viral de Peptoc (707-8PEPTOC) y del libro, You Are Amazing Like a Rocket, para difundir alegría y bondad. Si te preguntas, “¿Qué podría hacer o decir a alguien que está teniendo un mal día?” puedes crear un póster con tus propias palabras y dibujos. Todos los materiales serán proporcionados. En tres ubicaciones: Central Santa Rosa, Northwest Santa Rosa y el Centro Comunitario de Petaluma.

Taller de bandas pop/rockAprende a tocar en una banda de música en esta serie de 3 partes para jóvenes principiantes. Impartido por los músicos locales Elizabeth y Alex del grupo Honey Disposition. Los instrumentos serán proporcionados. Grados 7-12. En dos bibliotecas: Rohnert Park Cotati y Guerneville.

Adultos

Flor y Canto: Un taller para contar historias  ¡Conserva las historias personales y familiares con el poeta y músico Nicolás R. Valdez! Desde narración de cuentos hasta ejercicios de movimiento en grupo, Valdez te demostrará y guiará a través del poder del arte escénico. En tres bibliotecas: Sebastopol, Healdsburg y Northwest Santa Rosa.