April 2016 Events at the Rancho Cordova Library

Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento

Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; 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 1, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Garden Club (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Learn what you can be doing in your garden now, or share tips and information with other gardeners. Special guest gardeners at some meetings! We may plan field trips. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group. June, July and August 2016, we will not meet in the Community Room at the Library.

April 1, Friday, 4:00 p.m.
Volunteer Orientation (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Learn to be a library Volunteer. This is a Summer Reading Program in June and August. Primarily, we need volunteers to shelve books. Thank you for thinking of the library.

April 2, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Coffee, Tea and Conversation For Seniors (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Make new friends or meet up with old friends. Chat with others from the community while enjoying coffee, tea and refreshments. First Saturday of every month. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends' Group. All seniors are welcome age 55+. We are not meeting on Jan 2nd 2016.

April 2, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

April 3, Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
Sakuramento Anime Society (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Attend the Sakuramento Anime society weekly event and watch old and new Anime and Anime Music Videos (AMVs). Come play CCGs, practice your art skills and make AMVs. All adults welcome.

April 5, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 5, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Bring your own book or read one of ours to a furry pal from the Lend-a-Heart Association. A fun way to practice your reading! When the library is a Voting Polling place every June and November, the program will be held inside the library instead.

April 6, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Music & More with Alan Candee (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Young children will enjoy singing and laughing with folk songs, storytelling and original tunes. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

April 6, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 6, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m.
Minecraft (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Come play Minecraft at the library! Minecraft is an open world, building/adventure game. Bring your own account and equipment, or play with ours. Ages 6-19 welcome, any and all experience levels. ONLY 24 SPOTS AVAILABLE, FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED.

April 7, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 8, Friday, 10:00 a.m.
English Conversation Circle (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Practice speaking English with a friendly group of people who all want to speak English more fluently. This is free and fun!

April 9, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

April 10, Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
Sakuramento Anime Society (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Attend the Sakuramento Anime society weekly event and watch old and new Anime and Anime Music Videos (AMVs). Come play CCGs, practice your art skills and make AMVs. All adults welcome.

April 12, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 13, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Yisrael Farm Presents Garden Fun for Kids! (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Get your hands dirty and have lots of fun in the garden! Learn what to grow and help plant; cultivate vegetables and join in the harvest. Save your seeds to keep organic farming flourishing in our community! Learn all about urban organic farming. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

April 13, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 14, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 16, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Capitol Crimes Sisters in Crime (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Mystery authors and fans gather to hear speakers and read and discuss mystery books.

April 16, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

April 17, Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
Sakuramento Anime Society (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Attend the Sakuramento Anime society weekly event and watch old and new Anime and Anime Music Videos (AMVs). Come play CCGs, practice your art skills and make AMVs. All adults welcome.

April 19, Tuesday, 3:00 p.m.
Rancho Cordova Library Mystery Lovers Book Club
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
This library book club is for lovers of mysteries. We are a friendly, informal group that meets the third Tuesday of each month from 3 pm to 4:30 pm in our Community Room. Please join us for exciting discussions.

April 19, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 20, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Art Lab with Art Beast (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Join us for a fun art project with Art Beast! Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

April 20, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 20, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Creative Writing for Veterans (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
A special Creative Writing class for Vets! Join us for 4 Wednesday evenings of Creative Writing, led by professors. Write in whatever form you want. This is for, you to express yourself.
Registration is required.

April 21, Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Training for Volunteers for Rancho Cordova Veterans Resource Station (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
The Library provides training for adult volunteers so they learn to staff the veterans resource Station at Rancho Cordova Branch. A commitment of 2-3 hours per week is required.
Registration is required.

April 21, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 21, Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Rancho Cordova Third Thursdays Writing Group and Literary READINGS (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Rancho Cordova Library Adult Writing Group- - If you are just starting to write, want feedback on your writing, or need a helpful push to write more, this group is for you! We will provide gentle advice in a supportive writing environment.

April 22, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
LEGO Mania! (Family/All Ages)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build cool things with LEGOs - racers, space ships, bridges, inventions, whatever you choose. Our LEGOs, your creativity! Last day of LEGO Mania is April 22nd, 2016.

April 23, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Author Heidi Schussman Book Talk (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Meet Heidi Schussman, author of newly published book, El Tiburon.

April 23, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

April 23, Saturday, 3:00 p.m.
Spanish Conversation Circle for Adults (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Join a friendly group of adults to practice your conversational Spanish. We all help each other learn. All knowledge-levels welcome, including beginners. NO CLASSES in NOVEMBER or DECEMBER due to the Holidays!

April 24, Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
Sakuramento Anime Society (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Attend the Sakuramento Anime society weekly event and watch old and new Anime and Anime Music Videos (AMVs). Come play CCGs, practice your art skills and make AMVs. All adults welcome.

April 26, Tuesday, 2:00 p.m.
Job Coach (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Job Coach by appointment only. For resume & job search help. To schedule an appointment, contact our volunteer by email at jobcoachRAN@gmail.com. Frequently available other days and times. Be sure and schedule appointment before coming. The coach is not on site unless an appointment has been made.

April 26, Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 26, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
BRECA Steering Committee Meeting (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Monthly community meeting for the Butterfield Riviera East Community Association

April 27, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Yisrael Farm Presents Garden Fun for Kids! (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Get your hands dirty and have lots of fun in the garden! Learn what to grow and help plant; cultivate vegetables and join in the harvest. Save your seeds to keep organic farming flourishing in our community! Learn all about urban organic farming. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

April 27, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 28, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don't settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

April 30, Saturday, 11:00 a.m.
Carnival Mask Puppet Show with Magical Moonshine Theatre (Family/All Ages)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Let's celebrate Dia de los Ninos! In this Spanish/English show, audience members get up on stage and play the puppets with Michael and Valerie to tell this exciting Mexican folktale filled with townsfolks, robbers, heros and lots of laughs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

April 30, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.