• Meditation with Sara

    Join us for a guided meditation experience with Sara.  Welcome to all experience levels.  This will be a seated meditation session that lasts about 30 minutes. 

  • Photography Meetup

    Join us for a monthly meetup designed for intermediate and advanced photographers hosted by Matthew TW Huang. Whether you're into portrait, landscape, or any other type of photography, all are welcome! […]

  • Tai Chi with Nelson Ng

    Join us for a weekly Tai Chi session with Nelson Ng! In this weekly class, participants will learn the basic principles and the philosophy behind Tai Chi, gaining flexibility and a […]

  • ICYMI Movie Double Feature

    In case you missed it in theaters, you can see it at the library! Close out 2025 with a double feature of The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! and The […]

  • Early Closure: New Year’s Eve

    Mitchell Park and Rinconada libraries will be closing early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31. Please note: Downtown, College Terrace & Children's Library will remain closed December 24 through […]

  • CLOSED: New Year’s

    All Palo Alto City libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1 for New Year's Day. Our eLibrary is open 24/7!

  • Saturday Board Games Day

    Drop in for a full day of modern board gaming at the Downtown Library! The group meets every 1st Saturday from 10 AM–6 PM.  Attendees can bring their own games […]

  • Meditation with Sara

    Join us for a guided meditation experience with Sara.  Welcome to all experience levels.  This will be a seated meditation session that lasts about 30 minutes. 

  • Medicare Mysteries Solved!

    Are you getting ready to apply for Medicare and are confused by the different plans to choose from? Join Sandra Karol, MS, RDMS, RVT, for a monthly workshop and learn more […]

  • Acting for Stage & Camera Workshop

    Whether you’re new to acting or already have experience, in this fun, no-pressure class, you’ll learn how to make any scene feel more real and more you. We will explore […]