Events, Classes & Programs

Programs are beginning to return in limited numbers, and information will be updated on an ongoing basis. To find more information about paid City programs please visit roseville.ca.us/ExperiencePRL

Storytime

Best for ages 5 & under. Explore the wonders of reading with books, puppets, rhyme and songs! Regular Storytime sessions are offered at the following times:

9:30-10:00am and 10:30-11:00am
Mondays @ Riley Library

6:00pm
Mondays @ Downtown Library

Baby Lapsit Storytime
9:30-10:00am and 10:30-11:00am
Tuesdays @ Maidu Library

9:30-10:00am and 10:30-11:00am
Wednesdays @ Riley Library

9:30-10:00am and 10:30-11:00am
Thursdays @ Maidu Library

9:30-10:00am and 10:30-11:00am
Fridays @ Downtown Library

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Baby Lapsit Storytime includes books, songs, rhymes, bounces and playtime for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Older siblings are welcome and are encouraged to bring a doll or stuffed animal to use as their "baby". We'll introduce caregivers to new activities to do with their children and model how to cater to key early childhood development.

9:30-10:00am and 10:30-11:0am Tuesdays @ Maidu Library

No registration required.

ASL Storytime

Do you have a deaf, hard of hearing, or signing child? Experience stories in American Sign Language and speech play to promote bonding and encourage language development in two modalities.

10:00am Wednesdays @ Downtown Library

No registration required. Presented by PCOE Infant Program and Sign2Me Daycare.

Storytime at the Fountains

Join us for Storytime at the Fountains at Roseville. Storytime is included as part of the Fountain's Tot Time program. Sessions take place the first and third Tuesday of the month through October.

10:00am 1st and 3rd Tuesdays May through October @ The Fountains at Roseville

No registration required. Click here to learn more.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless.

Start a reading routine with your baby, toddler, or preschooler to help them develop school readiness skills. We'll help you stay on track by setting milestones and incentives on your child's path to reading 1000 books before kindergarten.

Simply color in, check off, or add a star sticker to the reading log each time you read a book with your child. When all the stars have been filled in, return your completed logs to the library and collect fun rewards.

Visit the Roseville Public Library to get started today. Click here for more information.

Read with a Mermaid

Read with a Mermaid is back!

Be sure to bring your swimsuit and flip your fins in the pool with your new friends for this very special Parent and Tot Playtime.

Sessions take place the first Thursday of the month at Mike Shellito Indoor Pool beginning October 3rd. Program dates are as follows:

October 3 | November 7 | December 5
January 2 | February 5 | March 6 | April 3
from 10:00 - 11:20am

Drop in fee required. $5 for each parent/child, $3 for each additional person. Children 6 years or younger can attend with an adult in the water.

For more information call (916) 774-5221 or (916) 774-5958.

Fiero Code Club

Code at home for a chance to win prizes in our Fiero Code Club!

To participate, pick up a Fiero Code Club Log at any Roseville Public Library location. Use your log to track your minutes spent coding online. Once your log is complete, bring it to the front desk to be entered into our seasonal prize drawing! The next deadline to submit logs is Tuesday, December 31.

This season's prizes are a Light-up Gaming Headset w/ mic (compatible w/PC/PS4-5/XBOX/Switch) AND an LED Light-up Starry Night Multi-platform Controller (compatible w/Switch/PC/IOS/Android)!

This is an ongoing program. Winners will be randomly selected from all entries each season (Fall, Winter/Spring, Summer). For ages 8-18. Free, no registration required. Can't get to the library? Click here to download and print the coding log and click here to access Fiero Code.

Fiero Hackathon: The Short Story

Compete in Fiero's International Hackathon!

Hackathons are contests run by the Fiero Code team. They are open to people all over the world. They host three per calendar year, free to library patrons. The next contest begins October 1 and ends November 30.

Fiero's fall contest is called a Short Story competition. Build a visual story in code for a chance to win code-able robots and toys! Access the Hackaton by logging into Fiero at app.fierocode.com and click "Challenge". Hackathons contests are run by Fiero Code.

LEGO® Club

Come build with LEGO® at the library. Use provided building prompts or create your own design. Each time you attend, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a LEGO® set! Drop in for LEGO® Club from 3:30-5:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

Open to kids of all ages. Free, drop in. Available at all Roseville Public Library locations:

Riley Library - First Floor
Maidu Library - Activity Room
Downtown Library - Children's Pod

One LEGO® Set winner per location. Drawings take place three times per year. Call us at (916) 774-5221 or email us at [email protected] for more information.

Culture Without Borders: Dia de los Muertos

Travel the globe with us. Explore culture through art with Culture Without Borders.

Bienvenidos a todos! Dance ballet folklorico, decorate sugar skulls, and play Loteria for prizes at this special Dia de los Muertos event Join us at Maidu Library Saturday, November 2 from 10:00am-12:00pm. Vamanos!

Drop-ins welcome. For ages 6-12. Parent participation required.

Library Card Design Contest

In honor of Library Card Sign-Up Month, the Roseville Public Library is hosting our first library card design contest! This is an opportunity for our community to get creative and design a special limited-edition Roseville Public Library card. Click here for Library Card Design Template! The entry deadline has been extended until October 31.

Spooky StoryWalk®

Take a detour through the patio during the Trunk r’ Treat at Mahany Park for a Spooky StoryWalk®! Enjoy tricks and treats as you creep from page to page from 5:00-7:00pm Friday, October 18 at Riley Library Patio.

Drop-ins welcome. Parent participation required. Candy available while supplies last.

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition (VBPC) and the Kellogg Hubbard Library.

Book Clubs

Book clubs meet the second Saturday of each month at the Maidu Library. New novels from all genres are chosen each month. Book clubs meetings are volunteer led and open to the public. The following titles will be discussed at the next meeting:

Page Turners – 10:30am-12:00pm
The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid by Bill Bryson

Club Maidu – 12:30pm-2:00pm
Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate

Click here for a list of upcoming book club titles.

Conversation Club

Join Conversation Club!

Conversation Club is a free, drop-in program for adult English language learners looking to practice conversational English through casual group discussion.

11:30am-12:30pm Thursdays at Downtown Library

Offered in association with the Roseville Public Library Adult Literacy Program.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a new leadership opportunity for Roseville teens. Make a positive difference in our local community by sharing your input on how the library can best serve teens.

Earn volunteer credit and/or community service hours by attending the monthly TAB meeting with our Librarian. Help plan new programs, recommend books and DVDs for purchase, judge contests, sponsor library events, and more!

We invite interested teens in grades 8 through 12 to take part in this exciting new leadership opportunity. Click here to learn more.

Email [email protected] for more information.

RPD Presentation Series

Drop in for our Roseville Police Department Presentation Series returning this fall! Check out our upcoming session titles below:

Roseville Police K-9 Demo
9:00-11:00am Thursday, August 15 at Riley Library Meeting Rooms
Watch a K-9 demo and learn how K-9 handlers and their K-9 partners work together, followed by a Q&A session.

Active Adult Safety
1:00-3:00pm Thursday, September 19 at Maidu Community Center
Learn how to recognize and avoid fraud, scams, elder abuse and other crimes that target active adults.

Cyber Security
1:00-3:00pm Thursday, October 17 at Riley Library Meeting Rooms
Learn how to be aware of what cyber criminals do to get into your computers and other digital devices as well as tips to help keep yourself more cyber secure.

No registration required. Call (916) 774-5221 or email [email protected] for more information.

Local Author Talk Series

Local Author Talk Series at the Fig Tree Coffee, Art, & Music Lounge!

Hear about a different author during each gathering and discover their unique journey of authorship.

Featured this season:
Saturday, 2:00-4:00pm

•September 21- Gloria Galloway: Gloria Galloway has enjoyed storytelling since early childhood, back when her dolls lined up for the chance to be a character in her stories. She is a member of the Authors Guild and the Sacramento chapter of the California Writers Club.

•October 19- Judith Starkston: Hear about the Bronze Age from author Judith Starkston as she presents her book The Priestess of Ishana. The four-part series draws inspiration from the real-life story of a Hittite queen, infused with a touch of magic. Those who embark on this adventure will encounter a captivating mix of political intrigue, romance, and enchantment.

•November 16- Frederick Wysocki: Frederick Wysocki is the author of 15 novels, spanning various genres such as crime thrillers, spy thrillers, detective murder mysteries, satire, and humor.

For ages 18 & up. No registration required. Seating at The Fig Tree is limited, so arrive early and order a beverage! Click here for more information.

Secret Society of Underage Critics

Are you a teenager with strong opinions? Would you like the opportunity to tell publishers how you feel about the books they publish? Join The Secret Society of Underage Critics! Review advance copies of soon-to-be published young adult books and submit your reviews directly to the publisher. (P.S. The Society is not a very well-kept secret. Tell your friends!)

4:00-5:00pm 3rd Thursdays through December 19 at Maidu Library.

For ages 13-17. Free, no registration required.

Library Card Design Contest

Dungeons & Dragons Workshop

Are you ready to take on the role of a Dungeon Master and lead epic adventures in the world of Dungeons & Dragons? Join our workshop series and discover how to create unforgettable gaming experiences. Drop in from 3:00-4:00pm every Saturday October 26 - November 16 at the Maidu Library Activity Room.

Session 1: Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons & Essential Supplies
Get acquainted with the fundamentals of the game and explore the essential tools you'll need to start your journey as a Dungeon Master.

Session 2: Deepening Your Understanding
Refine your knowledge of the game's mechanics, storytelling techniques, and how to effectively engage your players.

Session 3: Crafting Characters & Session Zero
Learn the art of running a "Session Zero," where you'll collaborate with players to create compelling characters and set the stage for your campaign.

Session 4: Launching Your Campaign & Keeping It on Track
Discover strategies for starting your campaign, maintaining momentum, and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
Join us and unlock the secrets to becoming a master Dungeon Master!

Free, for ages 13-17. No registration required.

Cozy Book Bingo

Introducing our new Fall Reading Challenge!

Participants have all November and December to get "bingo" on their Cozy Book Bingo cards and submit to the front desk at any Roseville Public Library location. The first 10 finishers at each location will win a cozy prize. All other finishers will receive a book light while supplies last!

Pick up bingo cards beginning November 1 at any Roseville Public Library location. For ages 13 and up. Free, no registration required.

Wreath With Us

Wreath With Us!

Decorate a wreath based on your favorite book or literary theme for a chance to win a $50 gift card! Individual and group submissions welcome. Wreaths available while supplies last. Resident fee is $10, nonresident fee is $15.

Pick up your plain wreath and drop off your completed wreath anytime between November 4 - November 25 at any Roseville Public Library location. Click here to register.

Judging takes place Monday, December 2. Wreaths will be on display at all three library locations from Monday, December 2 - Saturday, January 4. Participants may collect their wreath submissions beginning Monday, January 6. All submissions not collected by January 18 become property of the City of Roseville.

Call us at (916) 774-5221 or email us at [email protected] for more information.

Crafter's Corner

Enjoy some "feltastic" fun with friends or family and explore the fundamentals of felting. Drop in Friday, November 15 from 5:30-7:30pm at Riley Library Meeting Rooms. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome. Participants aged 13-16 must be accompanied by a guardian. Free, no registration required.