National Library Week 2025: Drawn to the Library
April 6–12
What draws people to the library? Everything! From storytime and book clubs to craft programs and tech help, libraries offer something for everyone. This year’s theme, “Drawn to the Library,” celebrates how libraries connect us to ideas, resources, and each other. Stop by your library, get involved, and discover what draws you in.
Discover What Draws You In:
Dinotastic Terraniums: Come Build Your Own Dinosaur Terrarium
Monday, April 7, 3:30PM-4:30PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Come learn about terrariums and then build your own! Decorate your terrarium with glow in the dark dinosaurs.
No registration needed. First come, first serve while supplies last.
April Ossmann Author Talk
Monday, April 7, 6PM-7:30PM
Vacaville Town Square Library
Join author April Ossmann for a reading from her book We, followed by an open conversation with the audience.
We explores how we can find common ground and heal divisions through compassion and connection. Audience members are invited to share short (2-minute) stories of meaningful moments with others across political or personal differences.
Learn more about April at aprilossmann.com
Yoga with Ms. Sosa!
Tuesday, April 8, 3PM-4PM
Dixon Library
Join Ms. Gabriela Sosa for kids yoga at the library! Stretch and move your body in this engaging class. Grown-ups are welcome to participate alongside their kids too!
Teen K-Pop Cafe
Tuesday, April 8, 4PM-5:30PM
Suisun City Library
Hang out with fellow K-Pop fans and watch music videos, learn K-Pop dances, decorate and exchange biases, and enjoy Korean snacks.
Adult Craft Club: Craft Buffet
Tuesday, April 8, 6PM-7:45PM
Vallejo Springstowne Library
On the 2nd Tuesdays of the month, Springstowne Library hosts events where adults can craft and feel creative!
Seed Starting for Kids
Tuesday, April 8, 3:30PM-4:30PM
Ulatis Community Center
Join us a the Ulatis Community Center for seed starting with the Master Gardeners. This program is for Children and will feature stories, drawing, and seed starting.
Sahaja Yoga
Tuesday, April 8, 6PM-7PM
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
Please join us for an hour of yoga meditation every Tuesday.
Reiki-Infused Sound Healing
Tuesday, April 8, 6:30PM-7:30PM
Fairfield Cordelia Library
Feeling overwhelmed? Need some time to destress? Join us for a relaxing sound healing session infused with Reiki energy, led by Master Reiki Healer Tina Encarnacion. This sound healing is designed to reduce stress, calm your mind, and breaking through your chakras to clear all energetic blocks.
Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel to sit on. Class is limited to 32 people, first come, first served.
NO ENTRY AFTER 6:35.
Magic Dan!
Wednesday, April 9, 3PM-4PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Magic Dan has entertained thousands of children of all ages in libraries, pre-schools, elementary schools and parties. His fast-paced programs are always educational and combine a blend of great magic with a whole lot of fun. Through the power of magic, Magic Dan gets kids to embrace reading and feel good about themselves.
Afternoon Adventures: Make Your Own Easter Basket
Wednesday, April 9, 3PM-4PM
Rio Vista Library
“Afternoon Adventures” is a series of programs for kids to have after-school fun, with a different activity each week. All school age children and their families are welcome. This week kids will show their artistic side by making and styling Easter baskets.
Vallejo Library Poets Review
Wednesday, April 9, 6Pm-7:50PM
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
Join us for a monthly roundtable exploring poets from around the world—famous, overlooked, radical, romantic, and everything in between. Each participant selects a poet to share, reads one of their poems, and offers a personal reflection or creative response.All are welcome—come read, discuss, and be inspired.
Glass Etching: A DIY for Grown Ups
Friday, April 11, 1PM-2PM
Rio Vista Library
We’ll be using the library’s cricut to print out your chosen design then transferring that design to glass using etching cream. All supplies provided, just bring your ideas of what you might like to emblazon your glassware with. JOIN THE WAITLIST
The Three Sisters: Celebrate El día de los niños/El día de los libros
Saturday, April 12, 3PM-4PM
Vallejo Springstowne Library
Celebrate El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) with Alicia Retes’ storytelling performance inspired by Indigenous Peoples legends across the Americas.