Calendar of Events

There will be no programs at El Dorado Hills Library while our Community Room is in use by our Elections Department May 18-June 3, 2026.

Meeting dates: Wednesday, March 4th; Wednesday, April 1st; Wednesday, May 6th; Monday, June 1st; Monday, July 6thPlay & Learn is back! Play & Learn is a free-play program for toddlers, preschoolers, and their families to connect, play, learn, and discover helpful topics and resources togethe...read more

Conversation Club is a fun, relaxed gathering for anyone learning English! Who Can Participate?* ALL English language learners* ALL English levels welcome* ALL first languages welcomeWhat Will We Do?* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment* Learn about American culture* Sha...read more

The library is challenging members of the community to show off their photography skills! This contest is open to adults of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals. It doesn't matter whether you have a high-end DSLR camera or a phone – use whatever equipment you have.   ...read more

Stop by the El Dorado Hills Library between June 1 - 26 to pick up your 3D printed vase. Then it's time to get creative! Paint, decoupage, bedazzle - whatever you like!Return your completed piece to the library by Friday, July 3 to be displayed in the 3D Print Lab. Entries will be judged and vot...read more

CP - Cameron Park Book ClubCameron Park Library1st Monday of each month @ 11:00 am in the Community RoomThe Cameron Park Book Club is back in person!  Good reading, from classics to current best sellers.  Call Pauline Atkins @ (530) 672-8343 for more information.2026 Book Titles:Janua...read more

1st Mondays of the month 3pm - 4:30pmJoin us as we discuss art techniques for various mixed-media artists while we listen to classical music. Come in anytime within the session and jump into creativity. For anyone 18 and under. Registration is required.

There will be no programs at El Dorado Hills Library while our Community Room is in use by our Elections Department May 18-June 3, 2026.

Tuesdays at Two is a poetry group that meets every Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Placerville library meeting room. Participants alternate weekly between sharing poems by other writers and bringing their own pieces. Every session ends with the lively word‑can challenge, where everyone incorporates a ...read more

Parents and caregivers with babies 0-18 months.Safe space to interact with other families and meet new friends, share information, resources and have conversation about different topics about parenting and child development. Padres o cuidadores de bebes de 0 a 18 meses.Un espacio seguro para in...read more

Parents and caregivers with babies 0-18 months.Safe space to interact with other families and meet new friends, share information, resources and have conversation about different topics about parenting and child development. Padres o cuidadores de bebes de 0 a 18 meses.Un espacio seguro para in...read more

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

Summer Reading Kick-off will be on Tuesday, June 2nd from 1-4pm. SIgn-up for SRC, get a free yogurt token, crafts, and fun activities for children of all ages in Children's area!This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summe...read more

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 e...read more

Come read to your favorite doggo! They love stories soooo much! Join us every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

Join us for an ongoing poets and writers workshop led by El Dorado County Poet Laureate Emeritus Lara Gularte and author Beverly Parayno!We offer an encouraging space for writers and poets to gather in community.Bring one or two poems or six pages of prose, double-spaced. Read, discuss, critique.Thi...read more

There will be no programs at El Dorado Hills Library while our Community Room is in use by our Elections Department May 18-June 3, 2026.

We are now meeting from 10 to 11 am on Wednesdays for our Early Literacy Play and Storytime hour.Children learn through play. In fact, play helps them develop early literacy and school-readiness skills, and it can be a load of fun. Open-ended activities engage a variety of age groups and e...read more

Everyone is welcome!Build your child's pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child's early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Join us at the Placerville Library for a fun filled time and a chance to use your imagination and create a masterpiece.Sign up today because space is limited. Each session requires a seperate registration.June 3- Painting Flower PotsJune 10-Suncatcher PaintingJune 17-Tiny ArtJune 24-Salt PaintingJul...read more

Is your phone camera taking pictures in black and white mode only? Has the microphone stopped working? Would you like to know how to take a picture of your phone's screen (a screenshot)?  Annoying little technology issues can often be solved through some simple changes to the settings of yo...read more

Build a twirling robot with a mini motor and battery pack that will draw or paint you a masterpiece.ATLAS is a free after school program for middle and high school students (grades 6-12) at the South Lake Tahoe Library. Join us for a wide range of creative hands-on activities with an emphasis o...read more

Join other chess fans for an informal chess club at the Cameron Park library! All skill levels are welcome and we have all the supplies needed. This is not a class, but there will be a person knowledgeable about all things chess in the room to offer assistance!No registration required. 

Join other knitters and crocheters every Wednesday at the Georgetown Library from 3:00-4:30. Share tricks of the trade and enjoy lively conversation.

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Are you a true crime or murder mystery reader? The Wednesday Murder Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 pm starting on January 7th, 2026. Monthly book selections alternate between fictional murder mysteries and true crime. All readers 16+ are welcome! You can also find...read more

Start the summer off with a sweet treat at the library! We are launching our summer reading program off this year with an ice cream social. Anyone who comes to the El Dorado Hills library on this day between 10:00am and 12:00pm and signs up for our summer reading challenge can build their own s...read more

Join Ms. Marni, your new Children’s Librarian, on Thursday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Placerville Library. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit ...read more

April program dates: April 2nd, April 9th, April 16th, April 30th(No program April 23rd)May program dates: May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28thParents and caregivers with babies 0-24 months. Crawl Space is a safe space to interact with other families, meet new friends, and have conversations about ...read more

Join us at the South Lake Tahoe Library for our in-person Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime! Every Thursday at 10:30 AM with Miss Anel.This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is ...read more

Meet real wild animals and learn all about their lives! For all ages. Held outdoors on front lawn. Please bring your own folding chairs or blankets to sit on.This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embrac...read more

Join us at our poetry group, Thursdays at Two. The group meets every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 2:00 here at the library. Patterned after the popular Placerville group, Tuesdays at Two, the Georgetown Library version will be led by Taylor Graham, EDC Poet Laureate from 2016 - 2018. If you love poetry...read more

Come read with therapy dogs at the library!Reading to dogs has been proven to improve reading ability and build reading confidence. Plus, it's fun! This drop-in event is open to all ages and will take place in the Children's Area by the paperbacks.Important reminders:Young children must be m...read more

Join us for the Lego Block Party every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm. An opportunity for children of ALL ages to create a Lego Masterpiece!!

May is National Mystery Month! What better way to celebrate than by launching a brand-new mystery book club at the library?Join us for Mysteries & More, an adult book club that explores a wide range of mystery subgenres, from classic whodunits and cozy sleuths to psychological thrillers and grip...read more

Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones, age 0-2 years old. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy, and language development to help children get ready to read.

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

 Join Ms.Marni at the Placerville Library for storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and lea...read more

Join Miss Savannah on Friday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Cameron Park Library. This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read! Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones age...read more

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!

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

 Create your own small-scale ecosystems to learn how natural systems stay balanced and what happens when that balance is disrupted. Recommended for ages 8-12. Registration is required, please follow the link here to sign up. This event is part of the library's summer "Tw...read more

Join us on the first Friday of each month for a relaxing afternoon painting happy little trees and other iconic scenes under Bob Ross' instruction. All materials provided. Ages 13 and up. Registration is required.It's so important to do something every day that will make you happy. - Bo...read more

Purchase gently-used books at our 1st Saturday of the month Friends of the Library book sale in the rear parking lot of the Library (take Fair Lane to Fairlane Ct to rear parking lot). 8:30 am - 1:30 pm. Fill up a bag of books for only $7-- please use exact change. Proceeds benefit the Placerville L...read more

Build and learn robotics with Legos! Discover the basics of coding and building Lego robots.This activity is intended for ages 8-17. No experience necessary. Parental guidence may be required for younger attendees. Limited space available.

 Join us for a storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 5 ...read more

Saturday afternoons when you need a little break from errands, stop in for games and unwind.Bring a friend!

Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge, then stick around for ice cream and activities at this free, all-ages event!The theme for this year's Summer Reading Challenge is "Plant a Seed, Read." Kids, teens, and adults of all ages are invited to log their reading from June 1st to August...read more

Want to learn the newest paper crafting techniques? Join us in this fun and active class presented by Lori Winters. Supplies are provided.     This program is for adults 18 and older.   Register early for this class as seating is limited to 20 participants. Registration...read more

Conversation Club is a fun, relaxed gathering for anyone learning English! Who Can Participate?* ALL English language learners* ALL English levels welcome* ALL first languages welcomeWhat Will We Do?* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment* Learn about American culture* Sha...read more

Enjoy a nice warm beverage and unwind at this stress-free space for adults. We will provide coloring pages and a variety of tea. This program is for adults 18 and older. 

Tuesdays at Two is a poetry group that meets every Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Placerville library meeting room. Participants alternate weekly between sharing poems by other writers and bringing their own pieces. Every session ends with the lively word‑can challenge, where everyone incorporates a ...read more

Join us this summer for a special storytime adventure the whole family will love! Designed for children ages 3-8, this fun-filled program features captivating stories, toe-tapping songs, hands-on art activities, and even some surprise guest stars from right here in our local community. Ple...read more

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

Senior Story SwapEach second Tuesday from 2pm-4pmBring your friends, drop by and share with us your memories, photos and mementos!Light refresments provided 

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 e...read more

Visit the library for this summer event series designed by teens for teens! This weekly program provides a fun space for teens to socialize and explore different low-pressure hobbies, skills, and activities. This week, you can create your own painted tile using acrylic paint pens. This tile wou...read more

Come read to your favorite doggo! They love stories soooo much! Join us every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Do you enjoy quilting, sewing, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crocheting, or other fiber arts crafts? Whether you're experienced or a beginner in these skills, join us to socialize while you stitch! You are encouraged to bring your projects, fabric, patterns, thread, questions, pins, ...read more

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

We are now meeting from 10 to 11 am on Wednesdays for our Early Literacy Play and Storytime hour.Children learn through play. In fact, play helps them develop early literacy and school-readiness skills, and it can be a load of fun. Open-ended activities engage a variety of age groups and e...read more

Create art with different materials every week on a drop-in basis. Projects are usually open-ended to encourage creative exploration and imagination! Perfect for artists ages 4 and up. The projected activities are as follows: 6/10 — Paper Bag Kites6/17 — Pony Bead Snake Ke...read more

Join Miss Anel for Storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends! Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 3 to 5 ye...read more

Everyone is welcome!Build your child's pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child's early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Join us at the Placerville Library for a fun filled time and a chance to use your imagination and create a masterpiece.Sign up today because space is limited. Each session requires a seperate registration.June 3- Painting Flower PotsJune 10-Suncatcher PaintingJune 17-Tiny ArtJune 24-Salt PaintingJul...read more

Join a discussion of West with Giraffes by Conor Knighton. The Adult Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. New members welcome!--Future meetings:  Date Book Author July 1 TBD   August 5 TBD   September 2 TBD  ...read more

Start a junk journal to collect and collage your paper keepsakes, ephemera, thoughts, and more!ATLAS is a free after school program for middle and high school students (grades 6-12) at the South Lake Tahoe Library. Join us for a wide range of creative hands-on activities with an emphasis on STE...read more

Join other chess fans for an informal chess club at the Cameron Park library! All skill levels are welcome and we have all the supplies needed. This is not a class, but there will be a person knowledgeable about all things chess in the room to offer assistance!No registration required. 

Join other knitters and crocheters every Wednesday at the Georgetown Library from 3:00-4:30. Share tricks of the trade and enjoy lively conversation.

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Attention romance readers! Romance Readers Book Club is a monthly book club at the South Lake Tahoe Library. Join us on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 pm. All romance readers ages 18+ are invited to join the discussion. Registration is not required, but will give you the option to r...read more

Join Ms. Marni, your new Children’s Librarian, on Thursday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Placerville Library. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit ...read more

April program dates: April 2nd, April 9th, April 16th, April 30th(No program April 23rd)May program dates: May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28thParents and caregivers with babies 0-24 months. Crawl Space is a safe space to interact with other families, meet new friends, and have conversations about ...read more

Conservation Ambassadors provide a worldwide voice to wildlife by providing a permanent, loving home for displaced, abused, abandoned or permanently injured wild and exotic animals. Sharing these animals through the Wild Things outreach program with school children and learners of all ages is meant ...read more

Come read with therapy dogs at the library!Reading to dogs has been proven to improve reading ability and build reading confidence. Plus, it's fun! This drop-in event is open to all ages and will take place in the Children's Area by the paperbacks.Important reminders:Young children must be m...read more

Join us for the Lego Block Party every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm. An opportunity for children of ALL ages to create a Lego Masterpiece!!

Looking for like-minded readers to share your newest fantasy novel obsession? Look no further! EDH Library's Fantasy Book Club meets on the second Thursday of each month to discuss a new fantasy novel. Are all of El Dorado County Library's copies of the next book checked out? Try r...read more

Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones, age 0-2 years old. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy, and language development to help children get ready to read.

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

 Join Ms.Marni at the Placerville Library for storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and lea...read more

Join Miss Savannah on Friday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Cameron Park Library. This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read! Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones age...read more

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!

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

 Join us for this hands-on activity where you can design and test simple filtration systems to better understand water pollution and how clean water is produced. Recommended for ages 8-12. Registration is required, please follow the link here to sign up. This event is part of the...read more

Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, friendly competition, and community fun! Join us at the Placerville Library for an hour of bingo taking place on the second Friday of each month from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. All supplies will be provided, and there will be prizes for the winners. Registration is requ...read more

Find and purchase gently-used books and treasures at our Friends of the Library book sale, 9:00am to 1:00pm. Proceeds benefit the Cameron Park Library programs and collections.

Young builders join us for our Lego Block Party!Legos will be provided and after the program, your creations will be put on display.Duplo blocks will be available for little builders.Lego Block Party is suitable for ages 2-14.Hope to see you there!

 Join us for a storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 5 ...read more

Saturday afternoons when you need a little break from errands, stop in for games and unwind.Bring a friend!

 Bring the whole family and unleash your creativity at this LEGO building event! Whether you're a seasoned master builder or just starting out, there's fun to be had for everyone. We’ve got a wide variety of bricks, including both classic LEGO and larger Duplo blocks—pe...read more

Conversation Club is a fun, relaxed gathering for anyone learning English! Who Can Participate?* ALL English language learners* ALL English levels welcome* ALL first languages welcomeWhat Will We Do?* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment* Learn about American culture* Sha...read more

Meets the third Wednesday of the month on these dates: February 18, April 15, May 20Meets the third Monday of the month on these dates: June 15th, July 20thMovers & Music Playgroup invites toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers to dance, move, and play together. This interactive group supp...read more

Tuesdays at Two is a poetry group that meets every Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Placerville library meeting room. Participants alternate weekly between sharing poems by other writers and bringing their own pieces. Every session ends with the lively word‑can challenge, where everyone incorporates a ...read more

Join us this summer for a special storytime adventure the whole family will love! Designed for children ages 3-8, this fun-filled program features captivating stories, toe-tapping songs, hands-on art activities, and even some surprise guest stars from right here in our local community. Ple...read more

Parents and caregivers with babies 0-18 months.Safe space to interact with other families and meet new friends, share information, resources and have conversation about different topics about parenting and child development. Padres o cuidadores de bebes de 0 a 18 meses.Un espacio seguro para in...read more

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

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 e...read more

 Visit the library for this summer event series designed by teens for teens! This weekly program provides a fun space for teens to socialize and explore different low-pressure hobbies, skills, and activities. This week, you can design a beautiful bookmark using pressed flowers and mod podg...read more

Join Ms. Marni & Ms. Melissa in exploring a few new robotic kits! These include the Hydrorobot Arm Kit and the Solar Robot Kit, where you’ll have the opportunity to build up to twelve different robots. By building and coding a robot, children gain hands-on experience with real-world p...read more

Come read to your favorite doggo! They love stories soooo much! Join us every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Do you enjoy quilting, sewing, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crocheting, or other fiber arts crafts? Whether you're experienced or a beginner in these skills, join us to socialize while you stitch! You are encouraged to bring your projects, fabric, patterns, thread, questions, pins, ...read more

3rd Tuesday of the month5:00pm - 6:30pmCome jump into the writing conversation and connect with our local writing community. Bring a pen, a notebook, and a writing prompt or topic for discussion. For adults 18 and older. 

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

We are now meeting from 10 to 11 am on Wednesdays for our Early Literacy Play and Storytime hour.Children learn through play. In fact, play helps them develop early literacy and school-readiness skills, and it can be a load of fun. Open-ended activities engage a variety of age groups and e...read more

Create art with different materials every week on a drop-in basis. Projects are usually open-ended to encourage creative exploration and imagination! Perfect for artists ages 4 and up. The projected activities are as follows: 6/10 — Paper Bag Kites6/17 — Pony Bead Snake Ke...read more

Join Miss Anel for Storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends! Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 3 to 5 ye...read more

Everyone is welcome!Build your child's pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child's early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Join fellow book lovers on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 12:00 pm for a book discussion (under the gazebo on nice weather days; in the meeting room or by the fireplace on bad weather days). For more information please call the Placerville Library at (530) 621-5540. This month's discussi...read more

Join us at the Placerville Library for a fun filled time and a chance to use your imagination and create a masterpiece.Sign up today because space is limited. Each session requires a seperate registration.June 3- Painting Flower PotsJune 10-Suncatcher PaintingJune 17-Tiny ArtJune 24-Salt PaintingJul...read more

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 3 - 4 pm to discuss a variety of critically acclaimed books. Light refreshment and lively conversation provided!2026 Selections:January 21 -- The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine ArdenFebruary 18 -- His Truth is Marching On by Jon MeachamMarch 18 ...read more

Join other chess fans for an informal chess club at the Cameron Park library! All skill levels are welcome and we have all the supplies needed. This is not a class, but there will be a person knowledgeable about all things chess in the room to offer assistance!No registration required. 

Join other knitters and crocheters every Wednesday at the Georgetown Library from 3:00-4:30. Share tricks of the trade and enjoy lively conversation.

Reading with a Ranger- 3rd Wednesdays from 330-4:30pm Join us for our monthly Reading with a Ranger with the Eldorado National Forest! Each month we’ll explore a different forest topic through a presentation, storytime, and an activity. Great for elementary age students but...read more

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Join Ms. Marni, your new Children’s Librarian, on Thursday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Placerville Library. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit ...read more

April program dates: April 2nd, April 9th, April 16th, April 30th(No program April 23rd)May program dates: May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28thParents and caregivers with babies 0-24 months. Crawl Space is a safe space to interact with other families, meet new friends, and have conversations about ...read more

Join us at the South Lake Tahoe Library for our in-person Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime! Every Thursday at 10:30 AM with Miss Anel.This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is ...read more

Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy the magical stylings of Magician Brian Scott! Step into a world of wonder, laughter, and books with this Biblio Spectacular — a high-energy magic show that’s perfect for the whole family. Filled with amazing tricks, silly fun, and a love fo...read more

Sierra Wildlife Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is dedicated to the mission of preserving El Dorado County’s wildlife through public education and by rehabilitating and releasing injured and orphaned native animal species.Join Sierra WIldlife ambassadors as they explore our native...read more

Join us at our poetry group, Thursdays at Two. The group meets every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 2:00 here at the library. Patterned after the popular Placerville group, Tuesdays at Two, the Georgetown Library version will be led by Taylor Graham, EDC Poet Laureate from 2016 - 2018. If you love poetry...read more

Come read with therapy dogs at the library!Reading to dogs has been proven to improve reading ability and build reading confidence. Plus, it's fun! This drop-in event is open to all ages and will take place in the Children's Area by the paperbacks.Important reminders:Young children must be m...read more

Join us for the Lego Block Party every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm. An opportunity for children of ALL ages to create a Lego Masterpiece!!

Join us for an ongoing poets and writers workshop led by El Dorado County Poet Laureate Emeritus Lara Gularte and author Beverly Parayno!We offer an encouraging space for writers and poets to gather in community.Bring one or two poems or six pages of prose, double-spaced. Read, discuss, critique.Thi...read more

Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones, age 0-2 years old. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy, and language development to help children get ready to read.

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

 Join Ms.Marni at the Placerville Library for storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and lea...read more

Join Miss Savannah on Friday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Cameron Park Library. This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read! Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones age...read more

Join us for a special all-ages event as El Dorado Disposal visits the Placerville Library! Get an up-close look at a real garbage truck, learn about how recycling works, and discover simple tips to reduce waste and help our environment. This is a fun and educational opportunity for kids and adults a...read more

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!

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

Participate in this interactive simulation that demonstrates how air pollution affects lung function and overall health, with connections to real-world conditions like asthma. Recommended for ages 8-12. Registration is required, please follow the link here to sign up.This event is part of ...read more

Build and learn robotics with Legos! Discover the basics of coding and building Lego robots.This activity is intended for ages 8-17. No experience necessary. Parental guidence may be required for younger attendees. Limited space available.

 Join us for a storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 5 ...read more

Saturday afternoons when you need a little break from errands, stop in for games and unwind.Bring a friend!

Conversation Club is a fun, relaxed gathering for anyone learning English! Who Can Participate?* ALL English language learners* ALL English levels welcome* ALL first languages welcomeWhat Will We Do?* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment* Learn about American culture* Sha...read more

Join us for Play & Learn the fourth Monday of each month at 10:00am. Grow through play with this special program for toddlers and their caregivers!This program is led by Klaudia Silva, a Bilingual Family Specialist with the El Dorado County Office of Education. Contact ksilva@edcoe.org ...read more

Tuesdays at Two is a poetry group that meets every Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Placerville library meeting room. Participants alternate weekly between sharing poems by other writers and bringing their own pieces. Every session ends with the lively word‑can challenge, where everyone incorporates a ...read more

Join us this summer for a special storytime adventure the whole family will love! Designed for children ages 3-8, this fun-filled program features captivating stories, toe-tapping songs, hands-on art activities, and even some surprise guest stars from right here in our local community. Ple...read more

Parents and caregivers with babies 0-18 months.Safe space to interact with other families and meet new friends, share information, resources and have conversation about different topics about parenting and child development. Padres o cuidadores de bebes de 0 a 18 meses.Un espacio seguro para in...read more

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

The Tuesday Book Club for Adults meets the fourth Tuesday of every month in the Community Room for a lively discussion about the books YOU choose! There are no assigned titles, just bring a book you'd like to share and discuss with others. While we often read more nonfiction than fiction, all ge...read more

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 e...read more

Visit the library for this summer event series designed by teens for teens! This weekly program provides a fun space for teens to socialize and explore different low-pressure hobbies, skills, and activities. This week, you can make custom bracelets or keychains using silicone focal beads and ch...read more

Come read to your favorite doggo! They love stories soooo much! Join us every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Do you enjoy quilting, sewing, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crocheting, or other fiber arts crafts? Whether you're experienced or a beginner in these skills, join us to socialize while you stitch! You are encouraged to bring your projects, fabric, patterns, thread, questions, pins, ...read more

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

We are now meeting from 10 to 11 am on Wednesdays for our Early Literacy Play and Storytime hour.Children learn through play. In fact, play helps them develop early literacy and school-readiness skills, and it can be a load of fun. Open-ended activities engage a variety of age groups and e...read more

Create art with different materials every week on a drop-in basis. Projects are usually open-ended to encourage creative exploration and imagination! Perfect for artists ages 4 and up. The projected activities are as follows: 6/10 — Paper Bag Kites6/17 — Pony Bead Snake Ke...read more

Join Miss Anel for Storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends! Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 3 to 5 ye...read more

Everyone is welcome!Build your child's pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child's early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning.

California State Parks will share a story, fun hands-onactivities such as coloring pages, a water safety craft, an activity to show the necessary items to bring for a safe day by the water, and life jackets for the participants to try on. These programs will include a storytime, fun hands-...read more

 Thursday, July 25th 12:30pmExplosions, Implosions, Rockets, and More!!Experience the awesome power of air and wind like you’ve never seen before!  Watch super strong air pressure demonstrations levitate, demolish, ignite, and propel everything from ping pong balls to people in this ...read more

Join us at the Placerville Library for a fun filled time and a chance to use your imagination and create a masterpiece.Sign up today because space is limited. Each session requires a seperate registration.June 3- Painting Flower PotsJune 10-Suncatcher PaintingJune 17-Tiny ArtJune 24-Salt PaintingJul...read more

Join other chess fans for an informal chess club at the Cameron Park library! All skill levels are welcome and we have all the supplies needed. This is not a class, but there will be a person knowledgeable about all things chess in the room to offer assistance!No registration required. 

Join other knitters and crocheters every Wednesday at the Georgetown Library from 3:00-4:30. Share tricks of the trade and enjoy lively conversation.

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Are you a fan of time travel? Do bad aliens, bad robots, or bad dragons make you do a double take? Maybe you love to hate an evil wizard, witch or sorcerer? If so, the Sci fi and Fantasy Readers Book Club might be for you! Join us each month at 5:30 pm - keep an eye on the dates below.&nbs...read more

Join Ms. Marni, your new Children’s Librarian, on Thursday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Placerville Library. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit ...read more

April program dates: April 2nd, April 9th, April 16th, April 30th(No program April 23rd)May program dates: May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28thParents and caregivers with babies 0-24 months. Crawl Space is a safe space to interact with other families, meet new friends, and have conversations about ...read more

Join us at the South Lake Tahoe Library for our in-person Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime! Every Thursday at 10:30 AM with Miss Anel.This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is ...read more

Get ready for a buzz‑tastic adventure! Meet live honey bees (yes, even the queen!), watch amazing close‑up clips from inside the hive, and learn how bees make their honey. Participants can also enjoy a honey tasting and take home a honey stick and activity book. It’s 45–60 minutes of bee...read more

Get ready for a buzz‑tastic adventure! Meet live honey bees (yes, even the queen!), watch amazing close‑up clips from inside the hive, and learn how bees make their honey. Participants can also enjoy a honey tasting and take home a honey stick and activity book. It’s 45–60 minutes of bee...read more

Come read with therapy dogs at the library!Reading to dogs has been proven to improve reading ability and build reading confidence. Plus, it's fun! This drop-in event is open to all ages and will take place in the Children's Area by the paperbacks.Important reminders:Young children must be m...read more

Join us for the Lego Block Party every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm. An opportunity for children of ALL ages to create a Lego Masterpiece!!

This group will focus on poetry and writing that expands boundaries of thought and explores themes of social action and human rights. The workshop includes critique of personal writing, the sharing of notable poets and writers, and encourage the publication of finished work by individuals of the gro...read more

Stop by the El Dorado Hills Library between June 1 - 26 to pick up your 3D printed vase. Then it's time to get creative! Paint, decoupage, bedazzle - whatever you like!Return your completed piece to the library by Friday, July 3 to be displayed in the 3D Print Lab. Entries will be judged and vot...read more

Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones, age 0-2 years old. This award-winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy, and language development to help children get ready to read.

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

 Join Ms.Marni at the Placerville Library for storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and lea...read more

Join Miss Savannah on Friday mornings for Mother Goose on the Loose at the Cameron Park Library. This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read! Mother Goose on the Loose is a lap-sit storytime for little ones age...read more

Find great deals while supporting the library! Books are just $1 per pound. A wide selection of genres are available for all ages, along with board games and puzzles. Cash or check payment only.Friday's special preview sale is open to Friends of the Library members ONLY. Not a member? Sign ...read more

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!

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

Brian Scott is a magician who combines magic, comedy and pure fun. Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance!The theme for this year's Summer Reading Challenge is "Plant a Seed, Read." Kids, teens, and adults of all ages are invited to log their reading from June 1st to Augus...read more

Find great deals while supporting the library! Books are just $1 per pound. A wide selection of genres are available for all ages, along with board games and puzzles. Cash or check payment only. 

Young builders join us for our Lego Block Party!Legos will be provided and after the program, your creations will be put on display.Duplo blocks will be available for little builders.Lego Block Party is suitable for ages 2-14.Hope to see you there!

 Join us for a storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends!  Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 5 ...read more

Saturday afternoons when you need a little break from errands, stop in for games and unwind.Bring a friend!

Conversation Club is a fun, relaxed gathering for anyone learning English! Who Can Participate?* ALL English language learners* ALL English levels welcome* ALL first languages welcomeWhat Will We Do?* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment* Learn about American culture* Sha...read more

Tuesdays at Two is a poetry group that meets every Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Placerville library meeting room. Participants alternate weekly between sharing poems by other writers and bringing their own pieces. Every session ends with the lively word‑can challenge, where everyone incorporates a ...read more

The library is challenging members of the community to show off their photography skills! This contest is open to adults of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals. It doesn't matter whether you have a high-end DSLR camera or a phone – use whatever equipment you have.   ...read more

Parents and caregivers with babies 0-18 months.Safe space to interact with other families and meet new friends, share information, resources and have conversation about different topics about parenting and child development. Padres o cuidadores de bebes de 0 a 18 meses.Un espacio seguro para in...read more

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

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 e...read more

Come read to your favorite doggo! They love stories soooo much! Join us every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.

Do you enjoy quilting, sewing, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crocheting, or other fiber arts crafts? Whether you're experienced or a beginner in these skills, join us to socialize while you stitch! You are encouraged to bring your projects, fabric, patterns, thread, questions, pins, ...read more

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.