Calendar of Events

Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe’s reading program, RUFF (Read Up For Fun) is designed to build self esteem in young readers. Trained volunteers bring their dogs into the library where children will read to the dog. The dog provides a comforting audience perfect for allowing children a safe atmosphere to practice their reading skills. Join us on Wednesday afternoons from 4-5 pm for an opportunity to Read Up For Fun!

LEGO is one of the best known toys around, but it's so much more than a toy if you look closely. LEGO can be used to teach mathematics, science, engineering, and even technology or what's known as STEM! Sponsored by PP Friends of the Library.

Join us for a last day of school, summer kick-off LEGO celebration on Friday June 2nd from 2:30-4:30. We will have snacks, crafts, LEGO challenges and lot of FUN! Sponsored by Georgetown Friends of the Library .

Switch Game Day is for everyone! Bring a friend!

Come explore stories and customs from countries around the world with Miss. Missy! Get a stamp in your passport from countries such as England, Japan, and more! This storytime will be filled with singing, movement and, of course, books! Recommended for ages 3-8. We can't wait to explore with you! 

Meet Teka.
Benefits for reading with a literacy dog!
1. Wonderful listeners.
2. A great way to improve self-confidence and reading fluency.
3. Children reported feeling more relaxed and confident about reading.
4. Dogs can create an environment of happiness and safety.
5. Dogs are focused for their enjoyment and create motivation to read overall.

Join the quest! Ages 9 - 12 (or 4th through 6th grade) are invited to join our new Dungeons & Dragons Club.
We'll meet every Tuesday in June from 3:00 - 6:30 pm. 
Our Dungeon Master will be Jill Lawless from Growing Through Games. She is a former teacher and D&D expert who will be showing us how to play!

REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Please only register if you're able to come to at least 3 of the 4 meetings. Sponsored by Growing Through Games.

Come read to your favorite doggo! They love stories soooo much! 
Every Tuesday 4-5:00pm 

Come and express your creativity with a different open-ended craft every week. All ages are welcome on a drop-in basis.
 

Kick-off Summer and come celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Challenge at Storytime on Wednesday, June 7^th at 10:30. Everyone is invited for a fun and interactive Storytime, followed by some summery hands-on activities. Plus, there will be snacks, party favors, and a free book for anyone who signs up for the Summer Reading Challenge.

Sponsored by First 5 El Dorado and Georgetown Friends of the Library.

On June 7th at 12:30PM join us at the Placerville library for an awesome event!

Storytime with the Forest Service
Come hear the story of Smokey the Bear and get a Jr. Ranger journal!
**Depending on the weather, this event will be held outside; feel free to bring some yummy lunch to eat.

Come back for part 2 on June 28th to meet Smokey, see fire engines, and get sworn in as junior rangers.
These activities will be aimed for school age kids, but everyone is welcome!


A special thank you to the US Depertment of Agriculture for this family event!

Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe’s reading program, RUFF (Read Up For Fun) is designed to build self esteem in young readers. Trained volunteers bring their dogs into the library where children will read to the dog. The dog provides a comforting audience perfect for allowing children a safe atmosphere to practice their reading skills. Join us on Wednesday afternoons from 4-5 pm for an opportunity to Read Up For Fun!

Welcome to the Biblio Spectacular!
 

This interactive 45-minute show is designed for family audiences and brings the world of books to life with magic. Magician Brian Scott has entertained audiences for 30 years, performing around the globe and throughout California with a highly interactive reading program that combines magic, comedy and pure fun.

Open to all ages with no tickets required! Space is limited, attendance is NOT guaranteed. Strollers will not be allowed in the room during the performance, so please make accommodations.
 

Sponsored by Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library.

LEGO is one of the best known toys around, but it's so much more than a toy if you look closely. LEGO can be used to teach mathematics, science, engineering, and even technology or what's known as STEM! Sponsored by PP Friends of the Library.

Everyone is welcome at LEGO Fridays! Georgetown Library will provide the LEGO and you bring the imagination. Sponsored by Georgetown Friends of the Library .

Lego Saturdays return January 21st, 2023!
From 10-11am.
Join us at the South Lake Tahoe Library every other Saturday for Lego Saturdays.
Suitable for ages 3-13.

Switch Game Day is for everyone! Bring a friend!

Drop in for some all-ages LEGO-building fun! We have classic and Duplo sizes so the whole family can join in! We also bring out an assortment of other STEM activities. Happy building!

Come explore stories and customs from countries around the world with Miss. Missy! Get a stamp in your passport from countries such as England, Japan, and more! This storytime will be filled with singing, movement and, of course, books! Recommended for ages 3-8. We can't wait to explore with you! 

Meet Teka.
Benefits for reading with a literacy dog!
1. Wonderful listeners.
2. A great way to improve self-confidence and reading fluency.
3. Children reported feeling more relaxed and confident about reading.
4. Dogs can create an environment of happiness and safety.
5. Dogs are focused for their enjoyment and create motivation to read overall.