March 2016 Events at the Rancho Cordova Library

Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
For details, telephone the Sacramento Public Library at (916) 264-2920 or visit www.saclibrary.org.

March 1, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Read to a Dog (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Bring your own book or read one of ours to a furry pal from the Lend-a-Heart Association. A fun way to practice your reading! When the library is a Voting Polling place every June and November, the program will be held inside the library instead.

March 2, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build early literacy skills with stories, songs and more! No Storytime in April, August or December. For ages 0-5 and their grownups.

March 2, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 2, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m.
Minecraft (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Come play Minecraft at the library! Minecraft is an open world, building/adventure game. Bring your own account and equipment, or play with ours. Ages 6-19 welcome, any and all experience levels. ONLY 24 SPOTS AVAILABLE, FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED.

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

March 3, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Mad Science Program for Kids (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Up, Up and Away! This spellbinding special event introduces children to the principles of gases and pressure. Blast into the world of air pressure, aerodynamics and physics in this exciting show. Inflate a giant airbag with one breath, see a real hovercraft in action and shoot toilet paper 50 feet into the air while learning about principles of gases in our every day lives. This show is guaranteed to wow and excite all ages!! Program sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

March 4, Friday, 1:00 p.m.
Garden Club (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Learn what you can be doing in your garden now or share tips and information with other gardeners. Special guest gardeners at some meetings! We may plan field trips. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends’ Group. June, July and August 2016, we will not meet in the Community Room at the Library.

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

March 5, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Coffee, Tea and Conversation For Seniors at Rancho Cordova Library (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Make new friends or meet up with old friends. Chat with others from the community while enjoying coffee, tea and refreshments. First Saturday of every month. Sponsored by the Rancho Cordova Branch Friends’ Group. All seniors are welcome age 55+.

March 5, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

March 5, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Prom Attire Giveaway (Teen)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Come get your prom outfit! Community donations of dresses, accessories and other formal wear, will be given away FREE to youth ages 13 – 19 at the Rancho Cordova Library (please bring your school ID). How to participate: 1. Tell your friends and classmates to donate their lightly used formal wear and invite them to a giveaway event. 2. Do not wear makeup that may get on the dresses. 3. Attend the giveaway event wearing under-clothing that makes it easy to change in and out of dresses (e.g. yoga shorts, sports bras, leotards) as there will be limited changing space/privacy. Adults 18+: We welcome donations of formal wear of all sizes (including men’s wear) and accessories. Please drop off donations at the library before the date of the giveaway.

March 9, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build early literacy skills with stories, songs and more! No Storytime in April, August or December. For ages 0-5 and their grownups.

March 9, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Yisrael Farm Presents Garden Fun for Kids! (Family/All Ages)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Get your hands dirty and have lots of fun in the garden! Learn what to grow and help plant and cultivate vegetables and join in the harvest. Save your seeds to keep organic farming flourishing in our community! Learn all about urban organic farming. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

March 9, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 10, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 12, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

March 15, Tuesday, 3:00 p.m.
Rancho Cordova Library Mystery Lovers Book Club
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
This library book club is for lovers of mysteries. We are a friendly, informal group that meets the third Tuesday of each month from 3 pm to 4:30 pm in our Community Room. Please join us for exciting discussions.

March 16, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build early literacy skills with stories, songs and more! No Storytime in April, August or December. For ages 0-5 and their grownups.

March 16, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 16, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Kids’ Chess Club (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Here’s a chance for school-age chess players of all skill levels to play against each other free. Beginning chess lessons provided. Challengers and visitors are welcome to gather around, watch and learn from games in progress. Come any time between 4 and 6 p.m. sign in and find out how much fun chess can be!

March 16, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Creative Writing for Veterans (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
A special Creative Writing class for Vets! Join us at the Rancho Cordova Branch for 4 Wednesday evenings of Creative Writing, led by professors. Write in whatever form you want. This is for you to express yourself. Registration is required.

March 17, Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Training for Volunteers for Rancho Cordova Veterans Resource Station (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
The Library provides training for adult volunteers so they learn to staff the veterans resource Station at Rancho Cordova Branch. A commitment of 2-3 hours per week is required.
Registration is required.

March 17, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 17, Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Rancho Cordova Third Thursdays Writing Group and Literary READINGS (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Rancho Cordova Library Adult Writing Group- - If you are just starting to write, want feedback on your writing or need a helpful push to write more, this group is for you! We will provide gentle advice in a supportive writing environment.

March 18, Friday, 10:00 a.m.
Rancho Cordova Branch Friends’ Meeting third Friday every month (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Join a friendly group of library patrons who work to help fund library programs and services and act as boosters of the Library in the community. The Rancho Cordova Branch Friends’ Group meets every other month the third Friday. They meet Jan. March, May, July, Sept. and Nov. 2016. Please enter through the side door through the patio to the Community Room. You are welcome to observe to decide if you would like to join the Friends. We are always looking for new members!

March 19, Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Capitol Crimes Sisters in Crime (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Mystery authors and fans gather to hear speakers and read and discuss mystery books.

March 19, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

March 22, Tuesday, 2:00 p.m.
Job Coach at Rancho Cordova Library (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Job coach by appointment only for resume and job search help. Schedule an appointment by contacting our volunteer by email at jobcoachRAN@gmail.com. Frequently available other days and times. Be sure and schedule appointment before coming. The coach is not on site unless an appointment has been made.

March 22, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
BRECA Steering Committee Meeting (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Monthly community meeting for the Butterfield Riviera East Community Association.

March 23, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build early literacy skills with stories, songs and more! No Storytime in April, August or December. For ages 0-5 and their grownups.

March 23, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.
Yisrael Farm Presents Garden Fun for Kids! (Family/All Ages)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Get your hands dirty and have lots of fun in the garden! Learn what to grow and help plant and cultivate vegetables and join in the harvest. Save your seeds to keep organic farming flourishing in our community! Learn all about urban organic farming. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

March 23, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 24, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.

March 24, Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Musical Robot (Family/All Ages)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Musical Robot, two chums with a ukulele and a drum, use songs, storytelling and out-of-this-world dance moves to provide an opportunity for kids to engage in fun and frolic. Equipped with catchy tunes and a contagious sense of wonder and enthusiasm, Musical Robot always brings the fun. Program is best suited to kids ages 2 - 8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rancho Cordova Library.

March 25, Friday, 3:30 p.m.
LEGO Mania! (Family/All Ages)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build cool things with LEGOs - racers, space ships, bridges, inventions, whatever you choose. Our LEGOs, your creativity! Last day of LEGO Mania is April 22nd, 2016.

March 26, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Technology & E-Reader Help
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Need help using your computer, mobile or eReader device? Want to improve your Microsoft Word, e-mail or internet skills? Come in and meet with our Technology Assistant! Drop-in only; no RSVP required. First-come, first-served. Please charge your device, grab the user manual and have an active library card ready.

March 26, Saturday, 3:00 p.m.
Spanish Conversation Circle for Adults (Adult)
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Join a friendly group of adults to practice your conversational Spanish. We all help each other learn. All knowledge-levels welcome, including beginners.

March 30, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime (Early Childhood (0-5))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
Build early literacy skills with stories, songs and more! No Storytime in April, August or December. For ages 0-5 and their grownups.

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

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

March 31, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.
Homework Zone (School Age (6-12))
Rancho Cordova Library
9845 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento
FREE HOMEWORK HELP! Don’t settle for a low grade because of homework! Get free homework coaching in the Homework Zone at your local library. * Free homework assistance for grades 1 through 8. * Help with all subjects on a drop-in basis. * Build your confidence and get better grades.