Yolo County Library
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Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros
Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros is a yearly celebration that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children from all backgrounds while encouraging libraries and community organizations to inspire and empower new generations of achievers.

Children who attend these events will receive a free book and will participate in educational activities, watch a special performance at select locations, and listen to a story time program. 

"Día de los Niños is an annual event dedicated to celebrating the joy of reading and highlighting the importance of children's literature. It is a special day where children and caregivers are encouraged to delve into the magical world of books and together foster a lifelong love for reading and learning. By immersing themselves in diverse stories, languages, and cultures, children can develop empathy, expand their knowledge, and develop critical thinking skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.” shares County Librarian and Chief Archivist Diana Lopez.

Children and their families are invited to celebrate Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros on the following days:
April 6 at 1:00 pm
Yolo Branch Library
37750 Sacramento St, Yolo

April 13 at 11:00 am
South Davis Montgomery Library
1441 Danbury Street, Davis
 
April 13 at 1:00 pm
Knights Landing Branch Library
42351 Third Street, Knights Landing

April 17 at 2:00 pm
Esparto Regional Library
17065 Yolo Avenue, Esparto
April 17 at 2:15 pm
Clarksburg Branch Library
52915 Netherlands Avenue, Clarksburg

April 20 at 11:00 am
Winters Community Library
708 Railroad Avenue, Winters
 
April 27 at 11:00 am
Mary L. Stephens – Davis Branch Library, 315 E. 14th Street, Davis

April 27 at 2:00 pm
Arthur F. Turner Community Library
1212 Merkley Avenue, West Sacramento
Download the 2024 Día de los Niños/Libros reading list [pdf]

Ready, Set, Library!

National Library Week: April 7 - 13
National Library Week is an annual event that celebrates the role of libraries in our communities. It is a time to recognize the hard work of librarians and library staff and to promote the use of libraries by all members of the community. Libraries provide access to a wide range of information, including books, magazines, newspapers, learning kits, book club kits, online resources, and more. This information can be used for research, education, or simply for pleasure. 
Ready, Set, Library! National Library Week
Libraries offer a variety of educational programs and services, such as author visits, storytimes for children, teen programs, computer classes, and craft activities. These programs and services can help people of all ages learn new skills and improve their education. Libraries also play an important role in preserving our cultural heritage by collecting and preserving books, manuscripts, and other historical documents. 
Please join Yolo County Library Administration in expressing our appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our librarians and library staff. 
 
Visit your local branch today to attend an event, check out materials, use a computer, or find out more about what your library can do for you.

Upcoming Closures
Monday, April 15: modified hours* for a Staff Day
 
*branches normally open on Mondays will be open from 2:00 - 6:00 pm, with the exception of Winters Community Library, which will open at 8:00 am.
Locations and hours

Reading Recommendations

This Month's Highlight: Teen Fiction
Ariel Crashes A Train by Olivia A. Cole

Ariel Crashes a Train by Olivia A. Cole
A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Haizal

The Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Haizal
Tender Beasts by Liselle Sambury

Tender Beasts
by Liselle Sambury
Browse our Reading Recommendations

Upcoming Events
Book Talk with Steve Philips
How We Win the Civil War: Securing a Multiracial Democracy and Ending White Supremacy for Good
Wednesday, April 10, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library - 315 E. 14th Street, Davis
Photo of Steve Philips and the book cover of his book How We Win the Civil War
New York Times bestselling author Steve Phillips warns that the Confederates never stopped fighting the Civil War, and to strengthen our democracy we must better understand the history and power of voter enfranchisement. Book sales and signing will be available.
This FREE event is for adults. No registration required.

An Evening of Magical Stories with Zuni Chopra
Saturday, April 13, 7:30 - 9:00pm
Veterans Memorial Theatre - 203 E. 14th Street Davis
Join us for a free author talk and storytelling event featuring 22-year-old Zuni Chopra, writer of The House that Spoke (Penguin India, 2017) along with the winner of this year’s countywide 9th-12th grade writing contest, Davis Senior High School student Kaussar Tortay. Program will include a live performance of stories by 7 teen actors and a Q&A and book signing with Zuni Chopra.
 
FREE event. All ages welcome. Registration required. Tickets with optional donation are now available through Eventbrite.
An Evening of Magical Stories with Zuni Chopra
Register here
Partners include the Yolo County Library Foundation and Stories on Stage Davis. Stories on Stage Davis is a fiscally sponsored project of YoloArts and supported by the 2022 City of Davis Arts Grant (funded by the Yolo Community Foundation, a California Non-Profit Corporation). 

Author Talk: Geling Yan
Saturday, April 20, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Arthur F. Turner Community Library - 1212 Merkley Ave., West Sacramento
Photo of Geling Yan and the book cover of her book Milati
Acclaimed Chinese-American novelist and screenwriter Geling Yan will discuss her book Milati, which follows Milati's personal experiences and the awakening and disillusionment of two generations of Chinese artists, writers, and intellectuals in the 1980s. Program will include a Q&A and book signing at the end. 
This FREE event is for adults. No registration required. Presentation will be in English. Q&A will be bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese.

"Food Will Win the War"
Yolo County's Agriculture Efforts During WWI
Saturday, April 27, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Yolo Branch Library - 37750 Sacramento Street, Yolo
In this visual presentation, using early photographs and powerful propaganda posters, Mel Russell will discuss how vital agriculture was to the winning of the First World War and the part played by the people of Dunnigan, Zamora, and Yolo in the county’s all out efforts to maximize agricultural output.
 
Refreshments will be available.
This FREE event is for adults. No registration required.

Walnut Park Library Community Engagement
and Information Night
Wednesday, May 15, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library - 315 E. 14th Street, Davis
Learn about the building and landscape design of the new Walnut Park Library, the community art process, and features of the new library while engaging with Yolo County Library staff, WMB Architects, and City of Davis staff. Your participation is crucial in shaping this project, which aims to deliver a state-of-the-art facility, diverse collections, and programs tailored to our community’s varied interests and pursuits.
rendering of the Walnut Park Library by WMB Architects
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