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April 2016 Events at the Rio Linda Library

The Rio Linda Library is located at 631 L Street in the old Rio Linda Elementary School campus. The hours are: 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 (916) 264-2920 or visit www.saclibrary.org.
April 5, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.


Knit and Crochet Circle (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Enjoy a bit of conversation and companionship at the Rio Linda Library Crochet and Knitting Circle. All skill levels are welcome. This is not an instructional class, but some assistance will be available. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 6, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate English Conversation Group (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
This intermediate English conversation group for adults will help you improve your ability to speak English by practicing every day English conversation, reading and pronunciation. The group will be supervised by volunteer, Hank Greenfield, an experienced English Language teacher, and his assistants. Hank will speak with you on the first day of class to make sure you will benefit from this program. The group will run for ten weeks, and will meet twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend both days. Please register online or at the Library service desk. Classes for beginners are not offered at this time. Childcare services will not be provided. Registration is required.

 

April 6, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 6, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Beginner’s Guide to the Cloud
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Join us for a 1 week class on what is the “cloud” and how we use it every day. Learn how to back up files and easily get to them from any device. We will also give examples on different “clouds” and what they are used for. Basic computer skills and knowing how to use the internet is required for this class. This class is for adults. This class is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library. Registration is required.

 

April 7, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Talk, sing, read and play with us! Grownups and their little ones are welcome most Thursday mornings for a fun storytime with books, songs, letters and numbers. No need to register. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 7, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Canceled date(s): Jan 21, 2016. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 7, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Stress Buster Coloring for Adults (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Feeling a little stressed out? Why not join us at the library and relax with crayons, colored pencils and pens. Pretend that you’re five again and enjoy coloring some challenging coloring pages made just for the kid in you. All materials are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 7, Thursday, 4:30 p.m.
Uncle Jer’s Traveling Bee Show (School Age (6-12))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Love honey? Join Jerry and Ellen Johnson and learn about bee history, safety, pollination, honey production and harvesting, reproduction and the health benefits of honey. Kids will receive a honey stick and an activity book. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 9, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Volunteer Work Day (Teen)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Give us a hand at Rio Linda Library. We welcome teen and adult volunteers to work on library related tasks and special projects. We will keep track of your community service hours.

April 12, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Build Optical Illusions (Teen)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Optical illusions can blow your mind. Build your own thaumatrope or zoetrope, and show it to your friends and family. We’ll have some cool optical illusion books for you to borrow, too. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 12, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Knit and Crochet Circle (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Enjoy a bit of conversation and companionship at the Rio Linda Library Crochet and Knitting Circle. All skill levels are welcome. This is not an instructional class, but some assistance will be available. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 13, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate English Conversation Group (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
This intermediate English conversation group for adults will help you improve your ability to speak English by practicing every day English conversation, reading and pronunciation. The group will be supervised by volunteer, Hank Greenfield, an experienced English Language teacher, and his assistants. Hank will speak with you on the first day of class to make sure you will benefit from this program. The group will run for ten weeks, and will meet twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend both days. Please register online or at the Library service desk. Classes for beginners are not offered at this time. Childcare services will not be provided. Registration is required.

 

April 13, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 13, Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.
Build Optical Illusions (School Age (6-12))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Amaze your family and friends with optical illusions. We will have all of the supplies you’ll need to build your own thaumatrope or zoetrope. We’ll also have some cool optical illusion books for you to borrow. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 14, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Talk, sing, read and play with us! Grownups and their little ones are welcome most Thursday mornings for a fun storytime with books, songs, letters and numbers. No need to register. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 14, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Canceled date(s): Jan 21, 2016. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 14, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Stress Buster Coloring for Adults (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Feeling a little stressed out? Why not join us at the library and relax with crayons, colored pencils and pens. Pretend that you’re five again and enjoy coloring some challenging coloring pages made just for the kid in you. All materials are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 15, Friday, 4:30 p.m.
Minecraft (School Age (6-12))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Play Minecraft, an open world, adventure/building game. You will gather materials to build the best creation you can imagine. Someone will win a prize! This is a school age program, but teens are welcome too! This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 16, Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Family Movie Matinee (Family/All Ages)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Family movie.

April 19, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.
Adult Book Club Author Visit
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Authors Maryellen Burns and Keith Burns will lead the discussion for this month’s Book Club pick: Lost Restaurants of Sacramento and Their Recipes. This talented duo will also be cooking up a recipe or two from the book. Don’t miss it! This is an open book club, and you can pick up your copy of Lost Restaurants at the desk or reserve it online. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 19, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Knit and Crochet Circle (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Enjoy a bit of conversation and companionship at the Rio Linda Library Crochet and Knitting Circle. All skill levels are welcome. This is not an instructional class, but some assistance will be available. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 20, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate English Conversation Group (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
This intermediate English conversation group for adults will help you improve your ability to speak English by practicing every day English conversation, reading and pronunciation. The group will be supervised by volunteer, Hank Greenfield, an experienced English Language teacher, and his assistants. Hank will speak with you on the first day of class to make sure you will benefit from this program. The group will run for ten weeks, and will meet twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend both days. Please register online or at the Library service desk. Classes for beginners are not offered at this time. Childcare services will not be provided. Registration is required.

 

April 20, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 21, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate English Conversation Group (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
This intermediate English conversation group for adults will help you improve your ability to speak English by practicing every day English conversation, reading and pronunciation. The group will be supervised by volunteer, Hank Greenfield, an experienced English Language teacher, and his assistants. Hank will speak with you on the first day of class to make sure you will benefit from this program. The group will run for ten weeks, and will meet twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend both days. Please register online or at the Library service desk. Classes for beginners are not offered at this time. Childcare services will not be provided. Registration is required.

 

April 21, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Talk, sing, read and play with us! Grownups and their little ones are welcome most Thursday mornings for a fun storytime with books, songs, letters and numbers. No need to register. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 21, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Canceled date(s): Jan 21, 2016. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 21, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Stress Buster Coloring for Adults (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Feeling a little stressed out? Why not join us at the library and relax with crayons, colored pencils and pens. Pretend that you’re five again and enjoy coloring some challenging coloring pages made just for the kid in you. All materials are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 22, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Volunteer Work Day (Teen)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Give us a hand at Rio Linda Library. We welcome teen and adult volunteers to work on library related tasks and special projects. We will keep track of your community service hours.

April 27, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate English Conversation Group (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
This intermediate English conversation group for adults will help you improve your ability to speak English by practicing every day English conversation, reading and pronunciation. The group will be supervised by volunteer, Hank Greenfield, an experienced English Language teacher, and his assistants. Hank will speak with you on the first day of class to make sure you will benefit from this program. The group will run for ten weeks, and will meet twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend both days. Please register online or at the Library service desk. Classes for beginners are not offered at this time. Childcare services will not be provided. Registration is required.

 

April 27, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 27, Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.
Social Security Drop-In Workshop (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Do you have questions about your Social Security retirement, disability benefits or Medicare? Friendly Social Security Administration staff will be in the library to help you find answers. They can help you establish an account, file applications at one of the library’s internet computers and more. This is a drop-in session, and you will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis.

April 27, Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.
Carnival Mask Puppet Show (School Age (6-12))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Come and watch the Mexican folktale, The Carnival Mask, performed by the Magical Moonshine Puppet Theatre. This exciting story is filled with robbers, heroes, townsfolk and lots of laughs. Audience participation is highly encouraged. This Dia program is generously sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 28, Thursday, 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate English Conversation Group (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
This intermediate English conversation group for adults will help you improve your ability to speak English by practicing every day English conversation, reading and pronunciation. The group will be supervised by volunteer, Hank Greenfield, an experienced English Language teacher, and his assistants. Hank will speak with you on the first day of class to make sure you will benefit from this program. The group will run for ten weeks, and will meet twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend both days. Please register online or at the Library service desk. Classes for beginners are not offered at this time. Childcare services will not be provided. Registration is required.

 

April 28, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Talk, sing, read and play with us! Grownups and their little ones are welcome most Thursday mornings for a fun storytime with books, songs, letters and numbers. No need to register. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.

April 28, Thursday, 3:00 p.m.
One-On-One Tech Appointment
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Need help with or have a questions about your tablets, laptops or smartphone? Do you need to sign up for an e-mail or social media account? Register for a 1 hour one-on-one appointment with our Library Technology Assistant to answer questions and teach you what you want to know about the most common technology today. Canceled date(s): Jan 21, 2016. Registration required. Contact us for other dates and times. Registration is required.

 

April 28, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Stress Buster Coloring for Adults (Adult)
Rio Linda Library
631 L St., Rio Linda
Feeling a little stressed out? Why not join us at the library and relax with crayons, colored pencils and pens. Pretend that you’re five again and enjoy coloring some challenging coloring pages made just for the kid in you. All materials are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Rio Linda Library.