March is Women’s History Month! Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. The 2024 theme is “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion”. The theme recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely from our lives and institutions.

Featured Events

Equali-tea: a DIY Suffragist Tea Party
Thursday March 7, 10AM-11:30AM
Fairfield Cordelia Library
Come celebrate women’s right to vote at our Suffragist Tea Party! The Suffragists used to sell cookbooks and host tea parties to spread their message and raise money to campaign for the vote. To honor this legacy, we’ll be making tea sandwiches using recipes from these cookbooks. Afterwards, we’ll partake in tea and enjoy our sandwiches and dessert.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Possible allergens include nuts, dairy, and eggs. Participants may need to use knives, mandolines, cookie cutters, and other sharp kitchenware during the cooking portion of this program. Please email LDetomaso@solanocounty.com if you have any questions.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Documentary Screening: Not Done: Remaking American
Tuesday, March 26, 6:30PM-7:30PM
Dixon Library
Documentary screening in honor of Women’s History Month. Rated TV-PG.

The Makery: Make it Thursday! Women’s History Inspired Painting
Thursday, March 28, 3PM-7PM
This woman’s history month be inspired by talented women artists as you paint your own masterpiece.

Afternoon Adventure: Women’s History Month Storytime & Craft
Thursday, March 28, 3:30PM-5:30PM
Suisun City Library
Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month with fun-filled activities for everyone. Featuring family story time, crafts and snacks.

Pizza and Game Night: Celebrating Women’s History Month
Tuesday, March 12, 6PM-7:30PM
Vallejo Springstowne Library
Join us for pizza and board game’s created by women in honor of Women’s History Month. Bring the entire family or make new friends – all ages are welcome! Each month will feature a different board game from the library’s collection.

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Films via Kanopy

All you need is your Solano County Library card!

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Libby by OverDrive

Enjoy Audiobooks and eBooks with your library card!

Solano County Library Reading Recommendations:

For Kids
https://splash.na2.iiivega.com/library-list/list/f71fe3a2-83da-4f38-8ef2-14ddc91fc466

For Teens
https://splash.na2.iiivega.com/library-list/list/446c38fe-011b-4f7b-9c43-13ce96095a54

For Adults
https://splash.na2.iiivega.com/library-list/showcase/e4ddcf6b-358e-45b4-a67b-05ab6948feb6