Play with technique, color, and patterns in this watercolor series. This program will include camping theme painting. All materials are provided. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult

Get ready to read, dance, sing, and play with this storytime for preschoolers. Younger kids are welcome, although the program is geared towards walkers and wigglers. Art and literacy activities to follow! Event Type(s): Storytime Age Group(s): Preschool (3 - 5 yrs) Lisa Nowlain

Come read to Shiloh our Paws to Read dog! Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We have books available or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in any Tuesday from 3-4! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 432-5764

Come and see our 3D printer in action! The Grass Valley Library has a Robo R2, 3D printer. This program allows you to see the printer in operation, learn the certification process, and understand what's required to keep the printer in tip-top shape.

In this free Word tutorial from GCF Global, learn how to format text, save and share documents, modify line and paragraph spacing, use tables and columns, and do more with your documents. Event Type(s): Computer Class Age Group(s): Adult, Teen Presenter: Megan Lloyd Megan Lloyd (530) 265-7050

Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We will have books available, or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in and sign up for a session. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 265-1538

Join us for coloring! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult (530) 432-5764

The Truckee Library sets aside work space for adults to indulge their creativity in a small group setting. Come indulge your creativity! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided.

A storytime that is open to all, and formulated for kids with sensory processing issues. Lots of fun playing with our senses, reading a book, singing songs, and of course a bean bag parade! No registration necessary. Event Type(s): Storytime Age Group(s): 0-5 (K) Lisa Nowlain

Have you seen our MakerBot Replicator+3D printer? Sign up for this session where we provide basic instruction on project selection, set-up, process, and clean-up. Once you complete this session, you can make a certification appointment to use the 3D printer. Class registration is limited to 6 students.

NEW THIS MONTH! Get free help with CalWorks, CalFresh and Medi-Cal on the first Friday of every month. Staff will be at the library to assist with your questions and help you apply. We can provide referrals to many community resources. Registration is not necessary. Get free legal help from an attorney at the Madelyn Helling Branch Library on the first Friday of every month.* Register for your 10 minute session by calling (530) 265-7050. *Lawyer in the Library events with no registrants are subject to cancellation.

Event Details Join us for a movie and a PG or G rated movie on Friday afternoons. Plus, PIZZA! WONDER Based on the New York Times bestseller, WONDER tells the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the first time. Event Type(s): Movie Rated General, Movie Rated PG Age Group(s): Any Lisa Nowlain (530) 265-1538 lisa.nowlain@co.nevada.ca.us

This passive program requires a sharp eye to help you find the different animals in the pictures that we have on display. Try you luck and finding as many animals as you can.

Join us for songs, books, and early literacy tips for babies. Drop-in program in the Children's Room at the Grass Valley Library. This program is focused on children birth to walking.

A creative way to show what's on your mind. Join us each month to doodle, collage, paint, embellish, and more. Blank journals will be available, but you're welcome to bring your existing journal from home. This month will be flag collages. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult

Get ready to read, dance, sing, and play with this storytime for preschoolers. Younger kids are welcome, although the program is geared towards walkers and wigglers. Art and literacy activities to follow! Event Type(s): Storytime Age Group(s): Preschool (3 - 5 yrs) Lisa Nowlain

Researchers and art therapistis have talked about the calming benefits of coloring for over a decade. Join us for a fun and creative hour and a half of coloring! Age Group(s): Adult Presenter: Jill

Come read to Shiloh our Paws to Read dog! Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We have books available or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in any Tuesday from 3-4! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 432-5764

Need help downloading your E-book or audiobook? Would you like to stream your entertainment to your personal devices? This class introduces the databases you can use to stream music, tv programs, movies, audiobooks and E-books. Before class, be sure to apply for a library card, bring the device you will be using out of the packaging and fully charged. Also, bring or know your device login information!

In this free Excel tutorial from GCF Global, learn how to create formulas and charts, use functions, format cells, and do more with your spreadsheets. Event Type(s): Computer Class Age Group(s): Adult, Teen Presenter: Megan Lloyd

Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We will have books available, or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in and sign up for a session. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 265-1538

Join us for coloring! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult (530) 432-5764

The Truckee Library sets aside work space for adults to indulge their creativity in a small group setting. Come indulge your creativity! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided.

This sensory storytime is a fun early literacy romp, ending with a sensory activity. It is geared towards kids with sensory processing issues, though it's open to everyone with a visual schedule, feltboard accompanied books, and repetitive activities. Event Type(s): Storytime Age Group(s): 0-5 (K) Lisa Nowlain

Living Room Conversations are a conversational bridge across issues that divide and separate us. They provide an easy structure for engaging in friendly yet meaningful conversation with those with whom we may not agree. These conversations increase understanding, reveal common ground, and sometimes even allow us to discuss possible solutions. No fancy event or skilled facilitator is needed. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult, Teen Megan Lloyd

Drop in for a brief presentation on our Discover & Go Passes and stick around for help making your first reservation.

The Silence of Others reveals the epic struggle of victims of Spain’s 40-year dictatorship under General Franco as they continue to seek justice four decades into democracy. Filmed over six years, the film follows the survivors organizing the groundbreaking “Argentine Lawsuit” to fight a state-imposed amnesia of crimes against humanity, where the emotional court battle uncovers a country still divided over its fascist history. This event is a collaboration with POV, the award-winning independent nonfiction film series on PBS. (www.pbs.org/pov) Popcorn will be served! Event Type(s): Library Collaborative Event, Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult, Any Jill Davidson

Explore the endless possibilities of what you can create using just these three items in making art. All supplies are provided. Using layers of colored paper we will build pictures of mountain a camp. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult

Have a question about your device? Drop-in between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00pm for help from our friendly Library volunteers. Event Type(s): Computer Class Age Group(s): Any Jill Davidson

Get ready to read, dance, sing, and play with this storytime for preschoolers. Younger kids are welcome, although the program is geared towards walkers and wigglers. Art and literacy activities to follow! Event Type(s): Storytime Age Group(s): Preschool (3 - 5 yrs) Lisa Nowlain

Come make a robot that draws, and take it home! Ages 5 and up Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10, Ages 8-12

Come read to Shiloh our Paws to Read dog! Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We have books available or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in any Tuesday from 3-4! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 432-5764

Bring the family to enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.

Join us at the Truckee Library for "Just Books" Book Club. We meet the third Tuesday of each month. We announce the titles we choose 1-3 months in advance. "Just Books" originated through the "Book Shelf" book store and is now hosted by the Truckee Library. Please come and bring a friend.

Come find out how to use a 3D printer and see the creations from our 3D Design Camps this summer! This program was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult, Any Presenter: Megan Lloyd

Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We will have books available, or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in and sign up for a session. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 265-1538

Join us for coloring! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult (530) 432-5764

The Truckee Library sets aside work space for adults to indulge their creativity in a small group setting. Come indulge your creativity! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided.

Come read to the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe therapy animals and stay for cool crafts.

Drop-in for some STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and/or math) activities, and of course LEGOs! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): High School Grades 9 - 12, Junior High Grades 6 - 8, K - 6th Grades, Preschool (3 - 5 yrs), Young Adults (18 - 24)

10 minute sessions where you can try out the Virtual Reality equipment. Event Type(s): Computer Class Age Group(s): Adult, High School Grades 9 - 12, Junior High Grades 6 - 8 Megan Lloyd

This iPad and iPhone Class will help you get acquainted with various features of your apple devices. Please register in advance for this class. Event Type(s): Computer Class Age Group(s): Adult Presenter: Patti Jill Davidson

Get ready to read, dance, sing, and play with this storytime for preschoolers. Younger kids are welcome, although the program is geared towards walkers and wigglers. Art and literacy activities to follow! Event Type(s): Storytime Age Group(s): Preschool (3 - 5 yrs) Lisa Nowlain

Drop in for our Banned Book Week program for readings from banned books, banned books-themed trivia, a “mugshot” photo booth, book-inspired refreshments and more! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Any Presenter: Megan Lloyd

Come read to Shiloh our Paws to Read dog! Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We have books available or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in any Tuesday from 3-4! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 432-5764

Bring the family to enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.

Need help downloading your E-book or audiobook? Would you like to stream your entertainment to your personal devices? This class introduces the databases you can use to stream music, tv programs, movies, audiobooks and E-books. Before class, be sure to apply for a library card, bring the device you will be using out of the packaging and fully charged. Also, bring or know your device login information!

Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! We will have books available, or you're welcome to bring your own. Emerging readers welcome as well! No registration necessary; just drop in and sign up for a session. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Ages 5-10 (530) 265-1538

We're getting a new catalog! Drop by your local branch for a cake and some information on how to navigate our new system! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Any Megan Lloyd

Join us for coloring! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult (530) 432-5764

Celebrate our new library catalog with as we offer light refreshments between 10 AM and 12 PM!

The Truckee Library sets aside work space for adults to indulge their creativity in a small group setting. Come indulge your creativity! Coloring pages, crayons, pencils and more! All materials provided.

Let's learn about technology! We'll program robots, find out about coding, and use the cool equipment from our Tech Lending Library. Ages 5-12

Come sing and play with your child! Engaging music for all ages! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Any Presenter: Teri Alton and Nancy Cunningham Teri Alton

Come share a story, sing a song, recite a poem, or express yourself however you would like to the community. Sign up for a time when you get here! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Adult, Any

Penn Valley has a book club! Meet on the last Thursday of every month between 1:00-2:00 PM. Discuss stories with other Penn Valley patrons. Enjoy tea, coffee, and snacks.

Join us for stories, songs, and play! Sensory Storytime is for all children and is especially welcoming to children who have a hard time in large groups or are on the spectrum.

Teens, let's get artsy and crafty! Each week, we'll do something different, trying out lots of ways of being creative. Ages 12-18.

Drop by for a craft, games, and food celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Any

Drop-in at the Penn Valley Library Station to try out the ancient art of origami. All ages and levels welcome. We provide supplies and directions for folding. Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): Any

Novel Characters is a book club for teens. Each month, we'll discuss books we've read based on a theme. The best part -- the themes are chosen by you! Ages 12-18.

Come for a discussion and brainstorming session about the stories of Nevada County. We will discuss storytelling, creating stories, collecting stories, recording and keeping stories. Registration is encouraged but not necessary. All are welcome! Event Type(s): Library Collaborative Event Age Group(s): Adult, Any Megan Lloyd (530) 265-7050

Drop-in for some STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and/or math) activities, and of course LEGOs! Event Type(s): Library Programming Age Group(s): High School Grades 9 - 12, Junior High Grades 6 - 8, K - 6th Grades, Preschool (3 - 5 yrs), Young Adults (18 - 24)

10 minute sessions where you can try out the Virtual Reality equipment. Event Type(s): Computer Class Age Group(s): Adult, High School Grades 9 - 12, Junior High Grades 6 - 8 Megan Lloyd

Calling all English language learners! Practice your skills speaking English together in a fun & relaxed environment. All ages & levels are welcome.

Come and play board games, card games, or bring your favorite game from home to share with others.

Come and play board games, card games, or bring your favorite game from home to share with others. No registration is required.