Programs and Events

Create art with different materials. Projects are open ended to encourage creative exploration and imagination!
Perfect for artists of all ages.

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The library will be hosting a 5 years old and under parent guided play day throughout the summer. children will enjoy lots of free play activities, sensory and imaginary play. This is a great way for you and your little ones to meet new friends and practice the skills they need for Kindergarten.

Everyone is welcome at the Library's 1st Thursday of the month Book Club. This month come ready to discuss either of these titles by Christopher Moore, "Island of the Sequined Love Nun"  or "Sacre Bleu".

For ages 5 and up
June 27th 1pm Solar System
July 18 1pm Rocket Science
August 1 1pm Coding

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The purpose of a reading to dogs program is to provide children with a comfortable environment to practice their reading skills. 

Need assistance on the computer?  Looking to download a book on your Kindle?  Need help with a word document?  Our "Tech Wizard" will be available to assist you from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm!

First Friday and Saturday of the month.  Find great deals on gently-used books from the Friends of the Library. Sale located in the rear parking lot rain or shine.  Bring your own grocery bags and save $1 on each bag of books. 
Only $5 when you bring your bags to the sale to fill...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.

Join the South Lake Tahoe Police Department for this new storytime series, Badges and Books! Read stories, chat with a real police officer, and learn about their role in our community. Suitable for children ages 3 - 5 years old with their parents or caregivers.  

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing or other fiber arts? Then join our fiber arts group! Learn some new tricks, share projects, ideas, and stories with others. Bring your current project or start a new one. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels welcome.

Get ready for a bubblelicious extravaganza! The Bubble Lady, Rebecca Nile, will bring bubble thrills like you’ve never seen with rainbow bubbles, dancing bubbles, spaceship bubbles, people in bubbles, and so much more. Bring the whole family for this indoor performance. Note this perfo...read more

Get the kids out of the house and join us every Friday  for Lego Friday.  We supply the Legos and you bring the imagination. We will display your budding engineers creation at the Library for the week.

Practice reading with trained therapy dogs this summer at the library! Lola, Lollipop, Bodie, Shasta, Ciara, and Chuck will be at the library every Friday. No appointment required. Recommended for school-aged readers.

First Saturday of the month (and the Friday before).  Find great deals on gently-used books from the Friends of the Library. Sale located in the rear parking lot rain or shine.  Bring your own grocery bags and save $1 on each bag of books. 
Only $5 when you bring your bags to the...read more

Welcome to Adulting 101! During this series of events, we will learn some basic skills for growing up and adulting. On August 3rd, an expert will come in to talk about all things car related. He will discuss car maintenance, things you should know about your car, and much more. 

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Teens and young adults are invited to share their love of writing during this meetup.

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Come grab a pair of headphones and dance your heart out at the Placerville Library for a Silent Disco! Silent Disco is a new trend that allows guests to listen and dance to music without adding noise to a location. Library staff and volunteers will be on hand to hand out wireless headphones for gues...read more

Join us for circle time with music and books, free play, meet other families, and talk about parenting. Targeted toward children ages 1 to 4  years old and their caregivers. For more information, please contact Silke Rover at 530-543-8204 or srover@edcoe.org.

LEGO lets your imagination run wild and paired with science, STEM, or moon sand, kids have a unique opportunity to explore LEGO like you have never explored it before. Our favorite: we will challenge your child to build a LEGO volcano and then help them make it erupt!

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Join our furry friends every Tuesday and improve your reading skills! Registration recommended. 

Join fellow chess aficionados for an evening of chess in the library! Every Tuesday evening.

Experience poetry the way you're meant to: out loud! Meet once a month to share your favorite poems or original work, or just sit back and enjoy. No registration required. 

Everyone is welcome at the Library's Evening Book Club held on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm. Come ready to discuss the book "Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah. The Georgetown Friends of the Library will be providing light refreshments.

There is no mindfulness and meditataion class this week. Join us again August 20th from 7:00-8:00 pm.

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.

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 ages 3-5 with their parents and caregivers. (Ages 3-5) 

All levels of experience are welcome at this fun knitting and crochet group.

Learn about what's happening at the library! All FOL meetings are open to the public. 

(Meets in the Quiet Room)  Come spend a Wednesday afternoon meeting  new people and learning about new hobbies!  We will be teeaching basic rules to Dungeons and Dragons, Pokémon, and Magic the Gathering!  Sponsered by Girl Scout Troop 686 

Seride Lecturas en Español y en Inglés con el Departamento de Policía de South Lake Tahoe! Lecturas; conversa con un Oficial de la Policía Y conoce el trabajo que desarrollan en nuestra comunidad. El Departamento de Policía estará en la Biblioteca de South L...read more

Todd Borg, author of the Award-Winning Owen McKenna Mystery Thrillers returns to the library to share his 17th novel. His character has been described as "A hero who walks confidently in the footsteps of Sam Spade, Philip Marlowe, and Lew Archer" by Kirkus Reviews. Join us for an evening o...read more

The library will be hosting a 5 years old and under parent guided play day throughout the summer. children will enjoy lots of free play activities, sensory and imaginary play. This is a great way for you and your little ones to meet new friends and practice the skills they need for Kindergarten.

Bring out your creative side. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly.
We can schedule another class if this is full. 
PP Friends of the Library sponsored.

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All levels of Spanish speaking ability are welcome, from native speakers to those new to the language. No lessons, just getting together to learn something new. 

Need assistance on the computer?  Looking to download a book on your Kindle?  Need help with a word document?  Our "Tech Wizard" will be available to assist you from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm!

Join the South Lake Tahoe Police Department for this new storytime series, Badges and Books! Read stories, chat with a real police officer, and learn about their role in our community. Suitable for children ages 3 - 5 years old with their parents or caregivers.  

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing or other fiber arts? Then join our fiber arts group! Learn some new tricks, share projects, ideas, and stories with others. Bring your current project or start a new one. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels welcome.

Get the kids out of the house and join us every Friday  for Lego Friday.  We supply the Legos and you bring the imagination. We will display your budding engineers creation at the Library for the week.

Practice reading with trained therapy dogs this summer at the library! Lola, Lollipop, Bodie, Shasta, Ciara, and Chuck will be at the library every Friday. No appointment required. Recommended for school-aged readers.

Join us for the last movie night of summer, "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World"! The movie starts when the sun goes down. Don't forget your chairs, blankets and jackets. Snacks & beverages will be available for purchase to support the Georgetown Friends of the Library.

Every 2nd Saturday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Support our wonderful library by supporting our friends!
 

Cameron Park Library is open on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Come build with LEGOS! Masterpieces will be showcased for the next month!

FREE!!!  Come join us at the Library and get crafty!!!  

Do you love Lake Tahoe and the outdoors? Come learn skills for exploring the natural world around you and how to capture your adventures in a nature journal.  We’ll learn to see more when we’re out in the wilderness, try to identify what we encounter, and practice drawing and writin...read more

"Wild Things" is returning to the Georgetown Library! This educational wildlife program is for animal lovers of all ages.

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Do you or someone you know need assistance? A representative from El Dorado County Adult Services will be here to inform you of the many services available, answer questions and get you started.

Welcome to Adulting 101! During this series of events, we will learn some basic skills for growing up and adulting. On August 10th,we will host a class on cooking! Come prepared with questions if you'd like. 

All of our Adulting 101 classes are for 15-25 year olds. <...read more

Learn about all the ways you can help out at the library! 

Join us for circle time with music and books, free play, meet other families, and talk about parenting. Targeted toward children ages 1 to 4  years old and their caregivers. For more information, please contact Silke Rover at 530-543-8204 or srover@edcoe.org.

¡DELE VUELTA AL ESTAMBRE EN SU BIBLIOTECA! ¿Le gustaría aprender a tejer con Ganchillo & Dos agujas, ó compartir sus ideas de tejido con alguien más?Todas las tejedoras están invitadas a este grupo de tejido mensual en la Biblioteca. ¡Traiga su proy...read more

Join our furry friends every Tuesday and improve your reading skills! Registration recommended. 

Join fellow chess aficionados for an evening of chess in the library! Every Tuesday evening.

Learn more about your personal history. No registration required. 

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.

All levels of experience are welcome at this fun knitting and crochet group.

If you love LEGOS and love to build, join us every month for an hour of engineering and construction. All your projects will be put on display in the Children's Library in our "LEGO Museum".
This is a FREE event. 

Calling all poetry lovers!  Read poems by your favorite poet, a poem of your own, or just come to listen. Poetry fun for the whole family.  The poetry group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Led by former El Dorado County Poet Laureate Taylor Graham.

Seride Lecturas en Español y en Inglés con el Departamento de Policía de South Lake Tahoe! Lecturas; conversa con un Oficial de la Policía Y conoce el trabajo que desarrollan en nuestra comunidad. El Departamento de Policía estará en la Biblioteca de South L...read more

Find out how the League to Save Lake Tahoe has advocated for lake-wide protection since its inception in 1957. Learn how innovative new programs are currently helping ensure that Lake Tahoe remains resilient in the face of threats like climate change and traffic. Marilee Movius, the League’s C...read more

Create art with different materials. Projects are open ended to encourage creative exploration and imagination!
Perfect for artists of all ages.

#summerreading2019
 

Learn how to make a new paper craft each month! Adults and teens are welcome. No charge or registration required. 

Need assistance on the computer?  Looking to download a book on your Kindle?  Need help with a word document?  Our "Tech Wizard" will be available to assist you from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm!

SOCIAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT; A Play Group with a Purpose
-connect with other families
-kids practice social skills in a fun environment
-FREE child development info for caregivers
for more information call Jesus Cordova at 530-295-2456
For kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers. S...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.

Join the South Lake Tahoe Police Department for this new storytime series, Badges and Books! Read stories, chat with a real police officer, and learn about their role in our community. Suitable for children ages 3 - 5 years old with their parents or caregivers.  

Join us for an interactive outdoor event including movement games, open play and even a puppet tea party! 

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing or other fiber arts? Then join our fiber arts group! Learn some new tricks, share projects, ideas, and stories with others. Bring your current project or start a new one. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels welcome.

Lego Friday is taking the week off to allow the Friends of the Library room to set up for the Treasure Sale. All the Lego fun will be back next week.

Practice reading with trained therapy dogs this summer at the library! Lola, Lollipop, Bodie, Shasta, Ciara, and Chuck will be at the library every Friday. No appointment required. Recommended for school-aged readers.

The 3rd annual Friends of the Library Treasure sale is Saturday, August 17th from 8 am to 2 pm.  Come explore all the treasures  the FOL has for sale.

Join us for a free movie and popcorn! 

July 6th:      WALL-E
Aug. 17th:   ET

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Welcome to Adulting 101! During this series of events, we will learn some basic skills for growing up and being adults. On August 17th, we will learn about and focus on Interpersonal Skills. In this class, an expert with share tips and tricks for communicating, socializing, and working with others.&...read more

Join this free book club and discuss nonfiction books of your choice on the third Tuesday of every month. 

Join our furry friends every Tuesday and improve your reading skills! Registration recommended. 

Join fellow chess aficionados for an evening of chess in the library! Every Tuesday evening.

Are you ready for a garden re-do? Have the kids flown the coup or do you want to spend more time hiking and less time maintaining your lawn? Then this workshop is for you. UC Master Gardeners of Lake Tahoe are offering a planning and design presentation including a guided design activity where you w...read more

The Georgetown Friends of the Library will be hosting a beginning Mindfulness and Meditation class lead by Jennifer Frost the 1st and 3rd Tuesday evening of each month from 7:00-8:00 pm.  Bring a small blanket and pillow to sit on. Chairs will be provided to those who are unable to sit on the f...read more

Looking for good books and good conversation? Join the book club! Every 3rd Wednesday of the month in the Reading Alcove. Click here for a list of what we'll be reading in the up...read more

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.

All levels of experience are welcome at this fun knitting and crochet group.

Please join us at 3 pm on the third Wednesday of each month as we read and discuss a variety of critically acclaimed books. We meet in the Library conference room. Refreshments will be  served. For more information, please call Jeanne Benin at 541-1371- Jan. 19th:     &...read more

(Meets in the Quiet Room)  Come spend a Wednesday afternoon meeting  new people and learning about new hobbies!  We will be teeaching basic rules to Dungeons and Dragons, Pokémon, and Magic the Gathering!  Sponsered by Girl Scout Troop 686 

If you love LEGOS and love to build, join us every month for an hour of engineering and construction. All your projects will be put on display in the Children's Library in our "LEGO Museum".
This is a FREE event. 

#summerreading2019

Join in a lively discussion of a new book each month. Book selections include a wide variety of genres and authors. New members are always welcome, with no sign-ups required.  

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Youth volunteers meet every week to plan community events, assist with work projects, and brainstorm ideas to improve the library for teens. Y.E.L.L. is open to middle school and high school students, 6th - 12th grade. 

New members are welcome to join at anytime. We meet every Thursd...read more

Need assistance on the computer?  Looking to download a book on your Kindle?  Need help with a word document?  Our "Tech Wizard" will be available to assist you from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm!

SOCIAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT; A Play Group with a Purpose
-connect with other families
-kids practice social skills in a fun environment
-FREE child development info for caregivers
for more information call Jesus Cordova at 530-295-2456
For kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers. S...read more

Join us in a fun pre-school like environment where children can play and learn, and each week will feature child development information. If you have any questions please call Katie Rinehart, Family Engagement Specialist, at 530-919-6898.

Join the South Lake Tahoe Police Department for this new storytime series, Badges and Books! Read stories, chat with a real police officer, and learn about their role in our community. Suitable for children ages 3 - 5 years old with their parents or caregivers.  

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing or other fiber arts? Then join our fiber arts group! Learn some new tricks, share projects, ideas, and stories with others. Bring your current project or start a new one. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels welcome.

Get the kids out of the house and join us every Friday  for Lego Friday.  We supply the Legos and you bring the imagination. We will display your budding engineers creation at the Library for the week.

Take advantage of some great deals on gently used books at the El Dorado Hills Friends of the Library book sale. Books are $1 per pound and there are books in every category. Proceeds from the book sale provide new books and support programs at the El Dorado Hills ...read more

Practice reading with trained therapy dogs this summer at the library! Lola, Lollipop, Bodie, Shasta, Ciara, and Chuck will be at the library every Friday. No appointment required. Recommended for school-aged readers.

Take advantage of some great deals on gently used books at the El Dorado Hills Friends of the Library book sale. Books are $1 per pound and there are books in every category. Proceeds from the book sale provide new books and support programs at the El Dorado Hills ...read more

Do you love Lake Tahoe and the outdoors? Come learn skills for exploring the natural world around you and how to capture your adventures in a nature journal.  We’ll learn to see more when we’re out in the wilderness, try to identify what we encounter, and practice drawing and writin...read more

Join us for circle time with music and books, free play, meet other families, and talk about parenting. Targeted toward children ages 1 to 4  years old and their caregivers. For more information, please contact Silke Rover at 530-543-8204 or srover@edcoe.org.

Join our furry friends every Tuesday and improve your reading skills! Registration recommended. 

Join fellow chess aficionados for an evening of chess in the library! Every Tuesday evening.

Learn more about your personal history. No registration required. 

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.

All levels of experience are welcome at this fun knitting and crochet group.

A club for crafty teens who like to explore art!
Join us in August for galaxy sponge painting and then help us choose projects for the rest of the year!
Grades 6-12, only.

 

Read animal stories with a dog partner and earn prizes. A trained canine listener and animal books provided free! Program provided in collaboration with the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe.

Join the Clarksville Historical Society in preserving our local history. No registration required. 

Create art with different materials. Projects are open ended to encourage creative exploration and imagination!
Perfect for artists of all ages.

#summerreading2019
 

Youth volunteers meet every week to plan community events, assist with work projects, and brainstorm ideas to improve the library for teens. Y.E.L.L. is open to middle school and high school students, 6th - 12th grade. 

New members are welcome to join at anytime. We meet every Thursd...read more

Need assistance on the computer?  Looking to download a book on your Kindle?  Need help with a word document?  Our "Tech Wizard" will be available to assist you from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm!

Join us in a fun pre-school like environment where children can play and learn, and each week will feature child development information. If you have any questions please call Katie Rinehart, Family Engagement Specialist, at 530-919-6898.

This event is always fun: socialize while you browse the tables for old classics or newer authors. Or discover a genre or author you never considered before. Great prices. All proceeds from the book sale benefit the Pollock Pines Library.

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing or other fiber arts? Then join our fiber arts group! Learn some new tricks, share projects, ideas, and stories with others. Bring your current project or start a new one. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels welcome.

Get the kids out of the house and join us every Friday  for Lego Friday.  We supply the Legos and you bring the imagination. We will display your budding engineers creation at the Library for the week.

Practice reading with trained therapy dogs this summer at the library! Lola, Lollipop, Bodie, Shasta, Ciara, and Chuck will be at the library every Friday. No appointment required. Recommended for school-aged readers.

All El Dorado County Libraries will be closed August 31-September 2 for Labor Day.