LEGO Block Party

Posted by lanah on 01 September 22

Join us for hours of creation, design, and play with LEGO Bricks! Parents/caregivers are encouraged to stay and play alongside their children. Small parts – not recommended for children under 3.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 757-5593. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

[Virtual] Mother Goose on the Loose

Posted by joseph on 25 August 22

Join Ms. Sue for virtual Mother Goose on the Loose, on Zoom!  https://yolocounty.zoom.us/j/98471793400
Use meeting ID: 984 7179 3400

An award-winning program for children ages 2-3 and their parents and caregivers that combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development.  Mother Goose on the Loose helps children develop emotionally and socially while encouraging a positive attitude towards learning!

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library.  Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Tales for Tails

Posted by joseph on 24 August 22

Read to a therapy dog!  Animals are ideal reading companions.  For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room.

First come, first served.  No prior reservations. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 757-5593. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Hug-a-bye Baby

Posted by lanah on 18 August 22

Join us for a lap-sit program for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their caregivers followed by a Stay-and-Play. We will share songs, lullabies, fingerplays, and board books!

The program is held indoors, in the Blanchard Room and is offered in two-month sessions. Each session is limited to 30 families.

This program is offered by registration only. In addition, all babies must have a Yolo County library account.

The November/December Session is now full. Registration for the January/ February Session will open on December 15 at this link.

By registration only. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 757-5593. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Mother Goose on the Loose – in person!

Posted by joseph on 18 August 22

Join Ms. Sue for Mother Goose on the Loose… on the LAWN!

Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) and their grown-ups.  It combines music, movement, rhymes, and books to help young children develop language skills, social and emotional skills, general knowledge about the world, and a love of learning.

Every Tuesday on the lawn north of the Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library (weather permitting).  Please bring a blanket or a towel to sit on.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530)666-8005. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

RAINBOW Mother Goose on the Loose – in person!

Posted by lanah on 18 August 22

Join Ms. Sue for Mother Goose on the Loose… on the LAWN! Read and sing along as we share fun and inclusive picture books, rhymes and songs!

Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) and their grown-ups.  It combines music, movement, rhymes, and books to help young children develop language skills, social and emotional skills, general knowledge about the world, and a love of learning.

Weather permitting.  Please bring a blanket or a towel to sit on.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530)666-8005. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Mad City Money FREE Financial Boot Camp @ Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library

Posted by Ruby on 08 August 22

Are you ready for the Real World of Finances?
Travis Credit Union Foundation wants to prepare YOU for money management as an adult.

Welcome to Mad City Money!

What is Mad City Money? It’s an innovative app-based simulation that offers you a taste of life in the real world. Learn to manage your finances with examples using employment, salary, spouse, student loans, and credit card debt.

Please bring a fully charged phone or tablet with access to WiFi.

Masks are mandatory for this event.

For more information reach out to:
Steward Pimiento
steward.pimienta@traviscu.org
707.305.6230

Register for this Program

You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 666-8005.
Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Native American Heritage Month STORYTIME

Posted by lanah on 01 August 22

Join us for an enriching celebration of Native American Heritage Month during this special storytime at the library. The storytime will feature books by Native American authors that honor Native American communities’ diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions. Medicine Wheel craft to follow.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530)666-8005. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Gibson House Museum Open Hours

Posted by sbartlett on 01 August 22

Grimm Tales: Stories of Life and Death @ The Gibson House

The Gibson House is always free and open to the public.

Special Exhibition on Display November 7th- February 22nd

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12pm-4pm
Curator open hours third Saturday of the Month: 8am-4pm

This exhibition examines the role of storytelling in the development of cultural practice and cultural understanding of life and death. Explore how myth, fairytales, and storytelling have been used for centuries to help us make sense of the world and prepare us for darker times. The Yolo County Historical Collection is a research collection, want to see objects not on display? Click here for more information about research appointments and here to browse the collection.

No reservation required. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530)908-9421. For even more open hours visit Yoloarts.org/visit Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

CREEK EXPLORERS: Wild Turkey Workshop

Posted by lanah on 01 August 22

Let’s talk turkey at the library! Learn about the non-native wild turkeys that call Davis home, discover the California turkey that went extinct 10,000 years ago, and design your own wood cut-out turkey using a variety of natural materials and art supplies.

Presented by Putah Creek Council.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530)666-8005. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.