Upcoming Adults Events at El Dorado County Library

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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Cameron Park Library
Jun 24, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Jun 24, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - Sci Fi and Fantasy Book Club

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jun 24, 5:30 pm
]]>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. All readers ages 16+ are invited to join the discussion. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. You can also keep track of our selections and schedle on The Storygraph!

2026 Selections:
January 28: The Fifth Season, NK Jemisin
February 25: Legendborn, Tracy Deonn
March 25: Rage of Dragons, Evan Winter
April 22: Babel or Katabasis, RF Kuang
May 27: Velocity Weapon, Megan O’Keefe
June 24: Gods of Jade and Shadow, Silvia Moreno-Garcia
July 22: Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi, SA Chakraborty
August 26: Death of the Author, Nnedi Okorafor
September 23: Sky Full of Elephants, Cebo Campbell
October 28: Lost Souls Meet Under the Full Moon, Mizuki Tsujimura
November 25: How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying, Django Wexler
December 23: Binti, Nnedi Okorafor

2025 Selections:
May 28 - The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz
June 25 - Written in Red by Anne Bishop
July 23 - The Deep Sky by Yume Kitasei
August 27 - Hail Mary by Andy Weir
September 24 - Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L.Wang
October 22 - Vicious by V.E. Schwab
November 5 - Red Rising by Pierce Brown

EDH - Poets and Writers of El Dorado: Writing Words to Light the Way

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jun 25, 5:30-6:50 PM (Monthly, Last Thursdays, 5:30 PM)
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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 group. Speakers may be enlisted from time to time.

Writers play an important role in human rights advocacy as an expression of universal human experience. Writers can tell the truth, the good, the bad, the beautiful, our joys and sorrows. Writers reflect back to us and create future visions and say what others fear saying. We need writers to write new stories.

This group is facilitated by Lara Gularte, Poet Laureate Emeritus of El Dorado County. Her most recent book of poetry is Fourth World Woman (Finishing Line Press, 2022). Kissing the Bee (The Bitter Oleander Press, 2018) is about her California pioneer ancestors. Her writing is influenced by deep image poets. She has been published in many journals and anthologies and is affiliated with the Cigarros Colloquium: Azoreans Diaspora Writers, at the Portuguese Beyond Borders Institute (PBBI). She is a teaching artist of creative writing at Mule Creek State Prison and co-leads a poet and writers’ workshop with author, Beverly Parayno, at the Cameron Park Library. Gularte is known for conducting Ekphrastic poetry/writing workshops at local art galleries and hosts the popular monthly reading series, Poetry of the Sierra Foothills, at “Chateau Davell Winery” on the western slope of the Sierra Foothills.

EDH - 3D Printed Vase Painting for Adults (registration required)

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jun 26, Pick Up by 4:30 PM
Registration required. Call 916-358-3500 or Register Online.
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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 voted on by the public. The winner will be announced on Monday, July 27 and will receive a fantastic prize!

Be sure to put your name on the bottom of the vase so we can return the item to you after the challenge. Vases will be ready for the artists to pick up on or after Monday, August 3.

This program is for adults 18 and older.

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jun 26, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

GT- Cozy Murder Mystery Book Club

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Georgetown Library
Jun 27, 11:00 am
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Do you ever wonder why you are drawn to a particular author or series? Did you know there is a sub-genre to crime fiction? It’s called “Cozy Murder Mysteries”. Join us on the last Saturday of each month at 11:00 am at the Georgetown Library for the “Cozy Murder Mystery Book Club”.

Saturday, June 27 at 11:00 join us for a discussion of the cozy mystery “Murder by the Book” by Lauren Elliott.

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

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Placerville Library
Jun 30, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

EDH - Summer Photo Challenge Submissions Close

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jun 30,
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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.

In honor of the Summer Reading Challenge our theme for the Photo Challenge is "Plants and People".

Submit your photo in .jpeg format to: edhlibrarycontests@gmail.com. Please include your first and last name in the body of the email, and a brief summary of how your photo relates to the theme. Submissions are due before 5pm on Tuesday, June 30. Limit one submission per person.

Submissions will be reviewed for appropriate content, adherence to the theme, and image quality. Qualifying images will be posted to the El Dorado Hills Library Facebook page, where the community will vote on the winner. Voting will open on July 7 and close on July 18 at 3:00 PM. The winner will receive a fantastic prize!

Good luck and have fun!
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This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

CP - Summer Photo Challenge Submissions Close

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Cameron Park Library
Jun 30, 5:00pm
]]>Show us how stories spark growth in your life by entering this year's Summer Photo Challenge, ‘Seeds of Inspiration'. Submit a photograph that represents something you learned, discovered, or were inspired to do because of reading. Whether it’s a project sparked by a favorite book, a peaceful reading moment in nature, or a scene that symbolizes personal growth, we’d love to see your creative interpretation. You’re welcome to include the book that inspired you in the photo or share its title when you submit your image.

This contest is open to teens and adults of all experience levels, from beginners to professionals. It doesn’t matter whether you shoot with a smartphone or a professional camera - use whatever equipment you have. Submit your photo in .jpeg format to: cplibraryphotos@gmail.com. Please include your first and last name in the body of the email. Submissions begin Monday, June 1st and are due before 5:00pm on Tuesday, June 30th. Limit one submission per person.

Submissions will be reviewed for appropriate content, adherence to the theme, and image quality. Qualifying images will be posted to the Cameron Park Library Facebook page, where the community will vote on the winner. Voting opens on July 6th and closes on July 20th at 5:00pm. The winner will receive a prize!

This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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Cameron Park Library
Jul 1, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

EDH - Adult Book Club

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 1, 1:00-3:00 PM
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Join a discussion of T he Correspondent by Virginia Evans.

The Adult Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. New members welcome!
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Future meetings:

Date	Book	Author
August 5	TBD
September 2	TBD
October 7	TBD

No available copies? Request one through LINK+

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Jul 1, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - The Wednesday Murder Book Club

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 1, 5:30 pm
]]>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 our meeting info and upcoming books on The Storygraph!

Upcoming Books:
July 1, 2026 - My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
August 5, 2026 - Members choice- The Black Dahlia by James Ellroy (fiction, 1987), Black Dahlia: Murder, Monsters, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood by William J. Mann (2026, nonfiction), Root of Evil: The True Story of the Hodel Family and the Black Dahlia (podcast, 2023), or The Black Dahlia (film, 2006).
September 2, 2026 - A Very Woodsy Murder by Ellen Byron
October 7, 2026 - The Unknown by Riley Sager

Past Books:
June 3, 2026 - The Rent Collectors: Exploitation, Murder, and Redemption in Immigrant LA by Jesse Katz
May 6, 2026 - What You See in the Dark by Manuel Muñoz
April 1, 2026 - Lay Them to Rest: On the Road with the Cold Case Investigators Who Identify the Nameless by Laurah Norton
March 4, 2026 - The Witch’s Orchard by Archer Sullivan
February 4, 2026 - Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee by Casey Cep
January 7, 2026 - The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

GT - Thursdays at Two Poetry Group

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Georgetown Library
Jul 2, 2:00 pm
]]>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, write poetry, or dream about writing poetry, this group is for you! Assigned subjects will be offered to write poems about and then the poems are brought back to the group. This is not really a critique process but reading poems aloud to the group is a good way to hear what's working and what isn't. Participants also read from a list of established poets or bring poetry to share. There is also a 'word can'. Everyone pulls a word or phrase from the can and then uses them to write a poem in 10-15 minutes. This produces some strange and wild stuff and a lot of laughter!!!!

CP - Mysteries & More Book Club

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Cameron Park Library
Jul 2, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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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 gripping suspense. Each month we’ll dive into a new twist-filled story and enjoy lively conversation with fellow readers. This book club meets on the first Thursday of each month.

Book discussions:
May 7th: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
June 4th: We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter
July 2nd: The Spy Coast: A Thriller by Tess Gerritsen
August 6th: The Last Flight by Julie Clark

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 3, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

PV - Bob Ross Paint-Along

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Placerville Library
Jul 3, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Registration required. Call 530-621-5540 or Register Online.
]]>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. - Bob Ross

CP - Summer Photo Challenge Voting Opens

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-06T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 6, 10:00am
]]>Voting opens on July 6th for the Cameron Park Library’s Summer Photo Challenge! Visit our Facebook page to view the entries and show your support by "liking" your favorites—vote for as many as you'd like. As you vote, keep in mind this year's theme of ‘Seeds of Inspiration’. The photo with the most "likes" by 3:00pm on July 20th will be announced as the winner!

*This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

CP - Cameron Park Book Club

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Cameron Park Library
Jul 6, 11am
]]>CP - Cameron Park Book Club
Cameron Park Library
1st Monday of each month @ 11:00 am in the Community Room

The 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:
January 5th The Martha's Vineyard Beach & Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly

February 2nd Sandwich by Catherine Newman

March 2nd All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

April 6th The Briar Club by Kate Quinn

May 4th The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick

June 1st The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young

July 6th Review a Book by One of Your Favorite Authors

August 3rd The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

September 14th The Magician's Assistant by Ann Patchett

October 5th Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner

November 2nd Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

December 8th (Holiday Lunch) Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

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Placerville Library
Jul 7, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Poets and Writers Workshop

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Cameron Park Library
Jul 7, 5:30pm - 6:45pm (Tues, June 2nd and Thurs, June 18th; Tues, July 7th and Thurs, July 16th; Tues, Aug. 4th and Thurs, Aug.20th)
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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.

This workshop will be held on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month from 5:30pm to 6:45pm.
The Poets and Writers Workshop is for adults. Beginners are welcome!
There is no cost and no registration required.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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Cameron Park Library
Jul 8, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

GT- Read and Share Book Club

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Georgetown Library
Jul 8, 1:30 p.m.
]]>Are you looking for your next book to read? Do you have a book or author you love and want to share with others? Have you read a book that has had a lasting impact on you? Come meet with fellow book lovers and chat about all thing's books. The discussion group will meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1:30pm.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Jul 8, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - Romance Readers Book Club

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 8, 5:30 pm
Registration required. Call 530-573-3185 or Register Online.
]]>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 receive a reminder message.

You can keep up with us on The Storygraph and see our recent selections in the library catalog!

Upcoming 2026 Selections
July 8th - The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig
August 12th - Love at First Fright by Nadia El-Fassi
September 9th - Crucible by B.B. Reid
October 14th - Reign of Cinders and Glass by Veronica Douglas and Linsey Hall
November 11th - Veteran's Day - No Meeting
December 9th- Death Valley by Karina Halle

Having trouble finding a book club pick? Ask for a book club copy at the front desk! These copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis for anyone planning to attend the book club meeting. They don't check out on a library card, but we do ask that you try to return them within a week to give others a chance to borrow them.

Past books:
2026
June 10th - Ana María and the Fox by Liana De la Rosa
May 13th - A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert
April 8th - Feral Sins by Suzanne Wright
March 11th - The Coppersmith Farmhouse by Devney Perry
February 10th - Quicksilver by Callie Hart
January 14th - Under Loch and Key by Lana Ferguson
2025
December 10th - A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone
November 12th - The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori
October 8th - The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch
September 10th - Dream On, Ramona Riley by Ashley Herring Blake
August 13th - Dark Horse by Michelle Diener
July 9th - Pestilence by Laura Thalassa
June 11th - Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan
May 14th - Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
April 9th - The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
March 12th - A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams
February 12th - The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

GT-Afternoon Book Club

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Georgetown Library
Jul 9, 1:00 pm
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The Afternoon Book Club, on Thursday July 9th at 1:00 pm, is featuring the book James by Percival Everett. Copies are available to place on hold online https://eldoradolibrary.org/ or call the library and we can reserve a copy for you, (530) 333-4724.

“When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he runs away until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck has faked his own death to escape his violent father. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond.

Brimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a literary icon,this brilliant and tender novel radicallyilluminates Jim’s agency, intelligence, and compassion as never before. James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature.”

CP - Book Bedazzling

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Cameron Park Library
Jul 9, 2:00pm
Registration required. Call 530-621-5500 or Register Online.
]]>Add some sparkle to your reading by transforming your favorite book cover into a dazzling work of art! Bring a book from home or purchase one from our Friends of the Library Honor Book Sale in the library lobby. We’ll provide all of the bedazzling supplies you need, and we’ll concentrate on adding eye-catching accents to a few key areas of your cover. This program is for teens and adults.

Space is limited, so please register in advance.

*This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

EDH - Fantasy Book Club

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 9, 5:30-6:30 pm
]]>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 requesting a copy from Link+, our free interlibrary loan service, to have a copy sent to your local branch within 10 days.

January 8	The Poppy War	R. F. Kuang	Library catalog	Link+
February 12	Ninth House	Leigh Bardugo	Library catalog	Link+
March 12	The Tainted Cup	Robert Jackson Bennett	Library catalog	Link+
April 9	The Spellshop	Sarah Beth Durst	Library catalog	Link+
May 14	The Fifth Season	N. K. Jemisin	Library catalog	Link+
June 11	The Bear & the Nightingale	Katherine Arden	Library catalog	Link+
July 9	One Dark Window	Rachel Gillig	Library catalog	Link+

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 10, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

PV - Bingo

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Placerville Library
Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration required. Call 530-621-5540 or Register Online.
]]>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 required, so be sure to sign up to secure your spot. Ages 13+.

EDH - Coloring and Tea

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 13, 3:30-4:30 PM (Monthly, on the Second Monday)
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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.

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

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Placerville Library
Jul 14, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-15T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 15, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

PV - Adult Book Club

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Placerville Library
Jul 15, 12:00pm
]]>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 discussion will be on The other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates by Wes Moore. Place a hold through our catalog here: The Other Wes Moore or get it through Link+ here: The Other Wes Moore.

SLT - Friends of the Library Board Meeting

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 15, 1 pm (Wednesdays, 1/21/25, 3/18/25, 5/20/25, 7/15/25, 9/16/25, 11/18/25)
]]>Stop by the Friends of the Library meeting to learn more about the ways the Friends, and you, support the Library. The Friends meet every other month starting in January, host large book sales three times a year as well as ongoing lobby book sales, and are fantastic advocates for the important role libraries play in our communities. They also host a monthly speaker series -- stop by the meeting to see how you can be involved!

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Jul 15, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - Friends of the Library Book Club

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 15, 3 - 4 pm
]]>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 Arden
February 18 -- His Truth is Marching On by Jon Meacham
March 18 -- O Pioneers! by Willa Cather
April 15 -- The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
May 20 -- All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley
June 17 -- All the Broken Places by John Boyne
July 15 -- The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
August 19 -- The Wide Wide Sea by Hampton Sides
September 16 -- Burnt by Clare Frank
October 21 -- Corelli's Mandolin by Louis deBernieres
November 18 -- Uncultured by Daniella Mestyanek
December 16 -- Your favorite book, poem or essay to share!

GT - Thursdays at Two Poetry Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-16T00:00:00-06:00

Georgetown Library
Jul 16, 2:00 pm
]]>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, write poetry, or dream about writing poetry, this group is for you! Assigned subjects will be offered to write poems about and then the poems are brought back to the group. This is not really a critique process but reading poems aloud to the group is a good way to hear what's working and what isn't. Participants also read from a list of established poets or bring poetry to share. There is also a 'word can'. Everyone pulls a word or phrase from the can and then uses them to write a poem in 10-15 minutes. This produces some strange and wild stuff and a lot of laughter!!!!

CP - Poets and Writers Workshop

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-16T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:45pm (Tues, June 2nd and Thurs, June 18th; Tues, July 7th and Thurs, July 16th; Tues, Aug. 4th and Thurs, Aug.20th)
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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.

This workshop will be held on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month from 5:30pm to 6:45pm.
The Poets and Writers Workshop is for adults. Beginners are welcome!
There is no cost and no registration required.

EDH - Crafty Creations: Pressed Flower Bookmarks (registration required)

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-16T00:00:00-06:00

El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 16, 5:30-6:30 PM
Registration required. Call 916-358-3500 or Register Online.
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Make a unique bookmark with real dried flowers in this creative class! All supplies provided.

This program is for adults 18 and older.

Register early as seating is limited.Registration closes the day before the event. Please cancel your reservation if you cannot make it to allow others to join in the fun.

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This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-17T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 17, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

EDH - Ikebana Flower Arranging (registration required)

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-18T00:00:00-06:00

El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 18, 1:00 PM
Registration required. Call 916-358-3500 or Register Online.
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Learn about the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging using recycled materials in this family friendly class presented by Natasha Liu!

Natasha is a member of Ikebana International Sacramento Chapter and has 14 years of experience practicing the art of Sogetsu Ikebana. Ikebana has taught her to slow down and appreciate the things that nature provides.

Materials will be provided to make your own flower arrangement in a recycled soda can!

Open to all ages, though geared for ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration required, one registration per family. Register early for this class as seating is limited. Please cancel your reservation if you cannot make the class to allow others to join in the fun.

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This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

CP - Summer Photo Challenge Voting Closes

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-20T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 20, 3:00pm
]]>Voting closes on July 20th for the Cameron Park Library’s Summer Photo Challenge! Visit our Facebook page to view the entries and show your support by "liking" your favorites—vote for as many as you'd like. As you vote, keep in mind this year's theme of ‘Seeds of Inspiration’. The photo with the most "likes" by 3:00pm on July 20th will be announced as the winner!

*This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

EDH - Austen-tatious: A Jane Austen Book Club

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El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 20, 3:30-4:50 PM
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Join us for “Austen-tatious,” a book club for adults and teens to celebrate Jane Austen! This club began with discussions of each of Jane's published books, and now continues to explore her influence through the many works inspired by her life and writings.

Please read the book of the month prior to the meeting, and come ready to discuss your thoughts. Local resident and Janeite, Claire Purtich, will lead the discussions, with a focus on the universality of Austen's works and the way they have inspired creators around the world.

Upcoming Schedule:

Date	Title	Author
7/20/2026	Longbourn	Jo Baker
8/24/2026	Lady Susan, The Watsons, Sandition	Jane Austen
9/28/2026	The Austen Affair	Madeline Bell
10/19/26	Death Comes to Pemberley	P.D. James

Contact Claire at austentatious.village@gmail.com to receive reminders about monthly meetings, walk-ins are also welcome!

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-21T00:00:00-06:00

Placerville Library
Jul 21, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

SLT - Writers' Support Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-21T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 21, 5pm - 6pm (Tuesdays, January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21)
]]>3rd Tuesday of the month
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Come 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.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-22T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 22, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-22T00:00:00-06:00

Georgetown Library
Jul 22, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - Sci Fi and Fantasy Book Club

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-22T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 22, 5:30 pm
]]>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. All readers ages 16+ are invited to join the discussion. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. You can also keep track of our selections and schedle on The Storygraph!

2026 Selections:
January 28: The Fifth Season, NK Jemisin
February 25: Legendborn, Tracy Deonn
March 25: Rage of Dragons, Evan Winter
April 22: Babel or Katabasis, RF Kuang
May 27: Velocity Weapon, Megan O’Keefe
June 24: Gods of Jade and Shadow, Silvia Moreno-Garcia
July 22: Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi, SA Chakraborty
August 26: Death of the Author, Nnedi Okorafor
September 23: Sky Full of Elephants, Cebo Campbell
October 28: Lost Souls Meet Under the Full Moon, Mizuki Tsujimura
November 25: How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying, Django Wexler
December 23: Binti, Nnedi Okorafor

2025 Selections:
May 28 - The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz
June 25 - Written in Red by Anne Bishop
July 23 - The Deep Sky by Yume Kitasei
August 27 - Hail Mary by Andy Weir
September 24 - Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L.Wang
October 22 - Vicious by V.E. Schwab
November 5 - Red Rising by Pierce Brown

EDH - Flex Farm Hydroponics (registration required)

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-23T00:00:00-06:00

El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 23, 5:30-6:30 PM
Registration required. Call 916-358-3500 or Register Online.
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Learn about hydroponic gardening at the library.

Exact details of this event are dependent on the stage of growth of the plants in our Flex Farm hydroponic garden at the time of the event. More information will be available 1-2 weeks prior to the event date. Register to receive complete details once they are available!

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This program is held as part of Plant a Seed, Read: Summer Reading Challenge 2026! This is an all-ages summer reading program embracing learning as a growing process. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Sow the seeds of knowledge with storytimes, art classes, book discussion groups, STEM projects, and more— everything you need to put down roots and bloom. Sign up today and start logging your reading to earn points and win prizes!

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-24T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 24, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

GT- Cozy Murder Mystery Book Club

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-25T00:00:00-06:00

Georgetown Library
Jul 25, 11:00 am
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Saturday, July 25 at 11:00 am. join us for a discussion of the cozy mystery Knit to Kill by Anne Canadeo. You can place a hold for the book on our website or call the library (530) 333-4724.

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-28T00:00:00-06:00

Placerville Library
Jul 28, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Tuesday Book Club for Adults

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-28T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 28, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
]]>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 genres are welcome.

SLT - Rodney Paul presents "The Grateful Dead - Then and Now"

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-28T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 28, 5:30-7 pm
]]>Rodney Paul, San Francisco Tour Guide, joins us again for an evening of classic rock -The Grateful Dead – Then and Now.
Rodney will discuss the evolution of this classic Summer of Love band and share clips of performances at San Francisco's Winterland, The Fillmore Auditorium and other venues.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-29T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Jul 29, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-29T00:00:00-06:00

Georgetown Library
Jul 29, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

EDH - Poets and Writers of El Dorado: Writing Words to Light the Way

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-30T00:00:00-06:00

El Dorado Hills Library
Jul 30, 5:30-6:50 PM (Monthly, Last Thursdays, 5:30 PM)
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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 group. Speakers may be enlisted from time to time.

Writers play an important role in human rights advocacy as an expression of universal human experience. Writers can tell the truth, the good, the bad, the beautiful, our joys and sorrows. Writers reflect back to us and create future visions and say what others fear saying. We need writers to write new stories.

This group is facilitated by Lara Gularte, Poet Laureate Emeritus of El Dorado County. Her most recent book of poetry is Fourth World Woman (Finishing Line Press, 2022). Kissing the Bee (The Bitter Oleander Press, 2018) is about her California pioneer ancestors. Her writing is influenced by deep image poets. She has been published in many journals and anthologies and is affiliated with the Cigarros Colloquium: Azoreans Diaspora Writers, at the Portuguese Beyond Borders Institute (PBBI). She is a teaching artist of creative writing at Mule Creek State Prison and co-leads a poet and writers’ workshop with author, Beverly Parayno, at the Cameron Park Library. Gularte is known for conducting Ekphrastic poetry/writing workshops at local art galleries and hosts the popular monthly reading series, Poetry of the Sierra Foothills, at “Chateau Davell Winery” on the western slope of the Sierra Foothills.

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-07-31T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Jul 31, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

EDH - Paper Crafting with Lori Winters (registration required)

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-01T00:00:00-06:00

El Dorado Hills Library
Aug 1, 1:00 PM
Registration required. Call 916-358-3500 or Register Online.
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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 closes the day before the event. Please cancel your reservation if you cannot make the class to allow others to join in the fun.

CP - Cameron Park Book Club

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-03T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Aug 3, 11am
]]>CP - Cameron Park Book Club
Cameron Park Library
1st Monday of each month @ 11:00 am in the Community Room

The 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:
January 5th The Martha's Vineyard Beach & Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly

February 2nd Sandwich by Catherine Newman

March 2nd All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

April 6th The Briar Club by Kate Quinn

May 4th The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick

June 1st The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young

July 6th Review a Book by One of Your Favorite Authors

August 3rd The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

September 14th The Magician's Assistant by Ann Patchett

October 5th Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner

November 2nd Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

December 8th (Holiday Lunch) Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-04T00:00:00-06:00

Placerville Library
Aug 4, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Poets and Writers Workshop

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-04T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Aug 4, 5:30pm - 6:45pm (Tues, June 2nd and Thurs, June 18th; Tues, July 7th and Thurs, July 16th; Tues, Aug. 4th and Thurs, Aug.20th)
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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.

This workshop will be held on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month from 5:30pm to 6:45pm.
The Poets and Writers Workshop is for adults. Beginners are welcome!
There is no cost and no registration required.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-05T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Aug 5, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-05T00:00:00-06:00

CP - One-on-One Technology Troubleshooting for Seniors

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-05T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Aug 5, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
]]>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 your device (telephone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

Senior Tech Pal is coming to the Cameron Park Library!! Learn features, tips and tricks on YOUR device! Bring your device with you.
These sessions are by appointment only. To reserve your spot, please call (530) 621-5500.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-05T00:00:00-06:00

Georgetown Library
Aug 5, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - The Wednesday Murder Book Club

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-05T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 5, 5:30 pm
]]>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 our meeting info and upcoming books on The Storygraph!

Upcoming Books:
July 1, 2026 - My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
August 5, 2026 - Members choice- The Black Dahlia by James Ellroy (fiction, 1987), Black Dahlia: Murder, Monsters, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood by William J. Mann (2026, nonfiction), Root of Evil: The True Story of the Hodel Family and the Black Dahlia (podcast, 2023), or The Black Dahlia (film, 2006).
September 2, 2026 - A Very Woodsy Murder by Ellen Byron
October 7, 2026 - The Unknown by Riley Sager

Past Books:
June 3, 2026 - The Rent Collectors: Exploitation, Murder, and Redemption in Immigrant LA by Jesse Katz
May 6, 2026 - What You See in the Dark by Manuel Muñoz
April 1, 2026 - Lay Them to Rest: On the Road with the Cold Case Investigators Who Identify the Nameless by Laurah Norton
March 4, 2026 - The Witch’s Orchard by Archer Sullivan
February 4, 2026 - Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee by Casey Cep
January 7, 2026 - The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

GT - Thursdays at Two Poetry Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-06T00:00:00-06:00

Georgetown Library
Aug 6, 2:00 pm
]]>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, write poetry, or dream about writing poetry, this group is for you! Assigned subjects will be offered to write poems about and then the poems are brought back to the group. This is not really a critique process but reading poems aloud to the group is a good way to hear what's working and what isn't. Participants also read from a list of established poets or bring poetry to share. There is also a 'word can'. Everyone pulls a word or phrase from the can and then uses them to write a poem in 10-15 minutes. This produces some strange and wild stuff and a lot of laughter!!!!

CP - Mysteries & More Book Club

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-06T00:00:00-06:00

Cameron Park Library
Aug 6, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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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 gripping suspense. Each month we’ll dive into a new twist-filled story and enjoy lively conversation with fellow readers. This book club meets on the first Thursday of each month.

Book discussions:
May 7th: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
June 4th: We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter
July 2nd: The Spy Coast: A Thriller by Tess Gerritsen
August 6th: The Last Flight by Julie Clark

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-07T00:00:00-06:00

South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 7, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

PV - Bob Ross Paint-Along

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-07T00:00:00-06:00

Placerville Library
Aug 7, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Registration required. Call 530-621-5540 or Register Online.
]]>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. - Bob Ross

EDH - Coloring and Tea

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-10T00:00:00-06:00

El Dorado Hills Library
Aug 10, 3:30-4:30 PM (Monthly, on the Second Monday)
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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.

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

support@engagedpatrons.org (EngagedPatrons Support) — 2026-08-11T00:00:00-06:00

Placerville Library
Aug 11, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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Cameron Park Library
Aug 12, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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GT- Read and Share Book Club

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Georgetown Library
Aug 12, 1:30 p.m.
]]>Are you looking for your next book to read? Do you have a book or author you love and want to share with others? Have you read a book that has had a lasting impact on you? Come meet with fellow book lovers and chat about all thing's books. The discussion group will meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1:30pm.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Aug 12, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - Romance Readers Book Club

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 12, 5:30 pm
Registration required. Call 530-573-3185 or Register Online.
]]>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 receive a reminder message.

You can keep up with us on The Storygraph and see our recent selections in the library catalog!

Upcoming 2026 Selections
July 8th - The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig
August 12th - Love at First Fright by Nadia El-Fassi
September 9th - Crucible by B.B. Reid
October 14th - Reign of Cinders and Glass by Veronica Douglas and Linsey Hall
November 11th - Veteran's Day - No Meeting
December 9th- Death Valley by Karina Halle

Having trouble finding a book club pick? Ask for a book club copy at the front desk! These copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis for anyone planning to attend the book club meeting. They don't check out on a library card, but we do ask that you try to return them within a week to give others a chance to borrow them.

Past books:
2026
June 10th - Ana María and the Fox by Liana De la Rosa
May 13th - A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert
April 8th - Feral Sins by Suzanne Wright
March 11th - The Coppersmith Farmhouse by Devney Perry
February 10th - Quicksilver by Callie Hart
January 14th - Under Loch and Key by Lana Ferguson
2025
December 10th - A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone
November 12th - The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori
October 8th - The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch
September 10th - Dream On, Ramona Riley by Ashley Herring Blake
August 13th - Dark Horse by Michelle Diener
July 9th - Pestilence by Laura Thalassa
June 11th - Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan
May 14th - Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
April 9th - The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
March 12th - A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams
February 12th - The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

GT- Afternoon Book Club

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Georgetown Library
Aug 13, 1:00 pm
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The Afternoon Book Club, on Thursday August 13 at 1:00 pm, is featuring the book Remarkable Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Copies are available to place on hold online https://eldoradolibrary.org/ or call the library and we can reserve a copy for you, (530) 333-4724.

“After Tova Sullivan’s husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she’s been doing since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat in Puget Sound over thirty years ago.

Tova becomes acquainted with curmudgeonly Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium. Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine but wouldn’t dream of lifting one of his eight arms for his human captors—until he forms a remarkable friendship with Tova.

Ever the detective, Marcellus deduces what happened the night Tova’s son disappeared. And now Marcellus must use every trick his old invertebrate body can muster to unearth the truth for her before it’s too late.

Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel is a gentle reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible.”

EDH - Fantasy Book Club

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El Dorado Hills Library
Aug 13, 5:30-6:30 pm
]]>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 requesting a copy from Link+, our free interlibrary loan service, to have a copy sent to your local branch within 10 days.

January 8	The Poppy War	R. F. Kuang	Library catalog	Link+
February 12	Ninth House	Leigh Bardugo	Library catalog	Link+
March 12	The Tainted Cup	Robert Jackson Bennett	Library catalog	Link+
April 9	The Spellshop	Sarah Beth Durst	Library catalog	Link+
May 14	The Fifth Season	N. K. Jemisin	Library catalog	Link+
June 11	The Bear & the Nightingale	Katherine Arden	Library catalog	Link+
July 9	One Dark Window	Rachel Gillig	Library catalog	Link+

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 14, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

PV - Bingo

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Placerville Library
Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration required. Call 530-621-5540 or Register Online.
]]>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 required, so be sure to sign up to secure your spot. Ages 13+.

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

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Placerville Library
Aug 18, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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Cameron Park Library
Aug 19, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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PV - Adult Book Club

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Placerville Library
Aug 19, 12:00pm
]]>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 discussion will be on Bedford Avenue: Incidents in a Small Town by Kristopher Schultz. Place a hold through our catalog here: Bedford Avenue. Unfortunately, there are no copies available through our Link+ system.

GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Aug 19, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.

SLT - Friends of the Library Book Club

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 19, 3 - 4 pm
]]>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 Arden
February 18 -- His Truth is Marching On by Jon Meacham
March 18 -- O Pioneers! by Willa Cather
April 15 -- The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
May 20 -- All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley
June 17 -- All the Broken Places by John Boyne
July 15 -- The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
August 19 -- The Wide Wide Sea by Hampton Sides
September 16 -- Burnt by Clare Frank
October 21 -- Corelli's Mandolin by Louis deBernieres
November 18 -- Uncultured by Daniella Mestyanek
December 16 -- Your favorite book, poem or essay to share!

GT - Thursdays at Two Poetry Group

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Georgetown Library
Aug 20, 2:00 pm
]]>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, write poetry, or dream about writing poetry, this group is for you! Assigned subjects will be offered to write poems about and then the poems are brought back to the group. This is not really a critique process but reading poems aloud to the group is a good way to hear what's working and what isn't. Participants also read from a list of established poets or bring poetry to share. There is also a 'word can'. Everyone pulls a word or phrase from the can and then uses them to write a poem in 10-15 minutes. This produces some strange and wild stuff and a lot of laughter!!!!

CP - Poets and Writers Workshop

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Cameron Park Library
Aug 20, 5:30pm - 6:45pm (Tues, June 2nd and Thurs, June 18th; Tues, July 7th and Thurs, July 16th; Tues, Aug. 4th and Thurs, Aug.20th)
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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.

This workshop will be held on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month from 5:30pm to 6:45pm.
The Poets and Writers Workshop is for adults. Beginners are welcome!
There is no cost and no registration required.

SLT - Fiber Art Craft Time

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 21, 1 pm - 3 pm
]]>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.

EDH - Austen-tatious: A Jane Austen Book Club

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El Dorado Hills Library
Aug 24, 3:30-4:50 PM
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Join us for “Austen-tatious,” a book club for adults and teens to celebrate Jane Austen! This club began with discussions of each of Jane's published books, and now continues to explore her influence through the many works inspired by her life and writings.

Please read the book of the month prior to the meeting, and come ready to discuss your thoughts. Local resident and Janeite, Claire Purtich, will lead the discussions, with a focus on the universality of Austen's works and the way they have inspired creators around the world.

Upcoming Schedule:

Date	Title	Author
8/24/2026	Lady Susan, The Watsons, Sandition	Jane Austen
9/28/2026	The Austen Affair	Madeline Bell
10/19/2026	Death Comes to Pemberley	P.D. James
11/16/2026	Wild for Austen: A Rebellious, Subversive, and Untamed Jane	Devoney Looser

Contact Claire at austentatious.village@gmail.com to receive reminders about monthly meetings, walk-ins are also welcome!

PV - Tuesdays at Two Poetry Group

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Placerville Library
Aug 25, 2:00pm
]]>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 wordcan challenge, where everyone incorporates a handful of random words into a brandnew poem. The group is not a critique group but focuses on encouraging creativity and a love for poetry. Newcomers of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome to join.

CP - Tuesday Book Club for Adults

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Cameron Park Library
Aug 25, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
]]>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 genres are welcome.

SLT - Author Todd Borg presents "Tahoe Fear"

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South Lake Tahoe Library
Aug 25, 5-7 pm
]]>Todd Borg is back with his new Owen McKenna Mystery Thriller, Tahoe Fear. Join the Friends of the Library as we get a preview of McKenna and Spot’s 24th adventure in the series. Note that the book signing begins at 5 pm, author presentation begins at 5:30 pm. Event is free to attend.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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Cameron Park Library
Aug 26, 10:00am
]]>New day!! Conversation Club now meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am.

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 welcome

What Will We Do?
* Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment
* Learn about American culture
* Share your cultural traditions
* Make new friends

Conversation Club can also help to improve English reading and writing skills.

CP - Conversation Club for English Language Learners

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GT - Knitting & Crochet Group

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Georgetown Library
Aug 26, 3:00-4:30 pm
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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.