3 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County Libraries · 13.5 mi · Half Moon Bay
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts
Join us for open time to use the library’s sewing machines. Bring your own project or use some of our supplies to make your own.
4 East Palo Alto, San Mateo County Libraries · 19 mi · East Palo Alto
All ages Music & shows
We’re excited to share that our new bookmobile is hitting the road! Our Rolling into your Community tour is a fun and engaging opportunity to introduce our new Bookmobile to…
5 Lakeview Branch · 13.2 mi · Oakland
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Come join us Thursday mornings at 10:15am for songs, rhymes and stories! This Storytime is geared towards children ages 18 months to 3 years.
6 BANANAS - Eastmont Office · 14.5 mi · Oakland
Ages 0–5 Games & play
7 Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive · 15.3 mi · Berkeley
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
8 Brisbane, San Mateo County Libraries · 1.8 mi · Brisbane
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Bring your bouncing baby to our weekly playtime, which is full of nursery rhymes and songs you can do together to stimulate your baby’s development.
9 Minnie and Lovie Ward Recreation Center · 5.3 mi · San Francisco
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Playtime with YMCA Little Learners to follow storytime.
10 Ortega Branch Library · 8.6 mi · San Francisco
Ages 0–2 Storytime
11 Castro Valley, Alameda County Library · 17.9 mi · Castro Valley
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Following toddler storytime, we will bring out some toys to share while caregivers have an opportunity to connect with one another.
12 Museum of Craft and Design · 6.9 mi · San Francisco
All ages Arts & crafts
13 Hayward Downtown Library · 17.1 mi · Hayward
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library.
14 Foster City, San Mateo County Libraries · 9.7 mi · Foster City
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM
Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to sewing! In this drop-in program, we'll guide you through the basics of using a Baby Lock Jubilant sewing machine, including winding a…
3 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County Libraries · 13.5 mi · Half Moon Bay
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts
Join us for a self-led art experience at the library! Whether you are a beginner or simply looking to unwind creatively, our Art Studio invites you to explore your artistic side…
15 Millbrae, San Mateo County Libraries · 3.8 mi · Millbrae
Ages 0–11 Arts & crafts
Celebrate Diwali with the art of henna! Local artist Swati will apply a beautiful henna design on your hand.
16 Sunset Branch Library · 8.5 mi · San Francisco
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Build your engineering skills with the boundless possibilities of LEGO. For ages 5–12.
17 Menlo Park Library · 18.5 mi · Menlo Park
All ages Family fun
Enjoy mesmerizing storytelling, accompanied by music played on an oud!
18 Franklin Park · 10.6 mi · Alameda
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
19 Campfire Circle, Presidio Tunnel Tops · 10.6 mi · San Francisco
All ages Nature & outdoors
Uncover the history of the Presidio at free daily talks at the Campfire Circle, 3 p.m.
20 Presidio Tunnel Tops · 10.7 mi · San Francisco
All ages Nature & outdoors
Join National Park Service rangers for free campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops' Campfire Circle near the Presidio Visitor Center everyday at 3 pm - 3:30pm through Labor Day.
8 Brisbane, San Mateo County Libraries · 1.8 mi · Brisbane
Ages 6–11 Games & play
Come meet other gaming enthusiast and get your game on! Every 1st Thursday of the month, come spend an hour gaming in the Makerspace!
21 Richmond/Senator Milton Marks Branch Library · 9.4 mi · San Francisco
Ages 6–12 Games & play
Learn to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game or help teach someone else to play! We'll meet twice a month to do all things Pokémon.
22 Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library · 14 mi · Oakland
Ages 1–12 Arts & crafts
23 Golden Gate Branch · 14 mi · Oakland
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
Join us for monthly art workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA). For ages 5-15 and caregivers.
24 Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library · 15.3 mi · Berkeley
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
25 Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library · 15.3 mi · Berkeley
All ages Games & play
Our Fall 2026 series will be at: THPS Community Room (1901 Russell St) - Thursdays, 3:30-5:00pm, 10/8-12/10* Central 4th Floor Children's Nonfiction Room (2090 Kittredge St) …
25 Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library · 15.3 mi · Berkeley
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Read to a Dog is a great way for children to practice oral fluency, spend time with a friendly dog, and have fun.
26 Woodside, San Mateo County Libraries · 17.5 mi · Woodside
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts
Join us to celebrate the Fall season by decorating a small 3D pumpkin! We will use acrylic paint pens and gems to add color and sparkle to our foam pumpkins.
27 Mill Valley Public Library · 19.3 mi · Mill Valley
Ages 5–8 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Discover the colorful world of Eric Carle! Join Librarian Miranda as we read The Very Busy Spider, then explore Carle’s signature collage style by creating our own artwork with…
28 Main Library · 8.5 mi · San Francisco
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
In this six-week series, journey through a world of stories as we examine the art found in books.
29 Golden Gate Valley Branch Library · 9.8 mi · San Francisco
All ages Arts & crafts
Decorate a glass jar using Mod Podge, tissue paper, book pages and other fall-themed materials to create a candle holder or vase.
30 North Beach Branch Library · 10.1 mi · San Francisco
Ages 5–8 Science & STEM
Experiment with buoyancy and help your diver get to the bottom of the ocean. We'll also have LEGOs galore for building and toys for your littler ones to play with. For ages 5–8.
31 Rockridge Branch · 14.9 mi · Oakland
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Did you know that some dogs love to listen when new or experienced readers practice reading aloud?
32 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 17.3 mi · Atherton
Ages 8–11 Arts & crafts
Experience the magic of traditional Oaxacan folk art and celebrate el Día de los Muertos by decorating your own alebrije made of copal in this immersive, hands-on workshop offered…
33 Moraga, Contra Costa County Library · 19.6 mi · Moraga
All ages Science & STEM
The Moraga Library will host a LEGO® Lounge where kids can build with provided LEGO® bricks, use their imagination, interact with other kids, and listen to music.
34 Bernal Heights Branch Library · 5.7 mi · San Francisco
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
Celebrate Diwali by making an embellished diya LED candle holder. For ages 5 and older. Space limited. Seats available first come, first served.
35 2nd Street between Market and Howard Streets · 8.2 mi · San Francisco
All ages Games & play Sign-up needed
32 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 17.3 mi · Atherton
Ages 6–11 Family fun
Do you have a reluctant reader? Sign your child up for a session to practice reading with a therapy dog at the library.
36 West Branch Library · 15.7 mi · Berkeley
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Stop by West Branch between 5:30pm-7:30pm for fun family games! Learn a new game or revisit a classic. Light snacks will be provided.
32 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 17.3 mi · Atherton
All ages Science & STEM
Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D printers, Laser Cutters, and more!
37 Bayshore Library · 3.4 mi · Daly City
All ages Storytime