• Monthly STEM Workshop

    Join us for our monthly STEM Workshop presented by teen volunteers in Girls Empowered in Math and Science (GEMS)! This one-hour workshop includes a brief presentation explaining the concepts involved in the activities.Each month has a different theme. Please check back to find out what the theme will be!Free. No registration required. Recommended for elementary school […]

  • Reading to Children with Vivian

    Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the […]

  • 3D Printing and TinkerCAD Workshop

    Come join us for an introduction to 3D printing and CAD! We will learn how to use TinkerCAD and how 3D printing works. There will be a live demonstration of the 3D printer working. Free. Ages 8-14. Space is limited, no registration is required. Special thanks to the Friends' of the Cambrian Library for their […]

  • (Virtual) Chess Club

    Are you interested in playing and learning chess? If so, sign up to attend this fun virtual Chess Club hosted by Seven Trees Branch Library! You will be paired up with other kids to play real chess games using virtual chess boards online. Our volunteers are also very knowledgeable and can teach you several strategies […]

  • Festival of Lights: A Diwali Celebration

    Join us at the Mitchell Park Community Center, as we celebrate Diwali! Enjoy fun activities for all ages including: Ongoing from 1-3 PM: Henna with teaching artist Rachel-Anne Palacios (Adobe Room; henna line closes at 2:30 PM!)Rangoli (chalk coloring craft outside in the Courtyard)Crafts (Decorating diyas and making lanterns in Adobe Room)All activities available while […]

  • Afternoon Crafts

    Visit the library to participate in arts and crafts for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Tech Mentor

    Need help printing or using Word and Excel? Want to set up an email account? Need ideas on tech security? Questions on accessing SJPL eResources? From the basics to somewhat beyond, volunteer tech mentors are here to help with thoughtful advice and problem-solving. We will do our best to assist you with your tech dilemmas. […]

  • Tech Mentor

    Need help printing or using Word and Excel? Want to set up an email account? Need ideas on tech security? Questions on accessing SJPL eResources? From the basics to somewhat beyond, volunteer tech mentors are here to help with thoughtful advice and problem-solving. We will do our best to assist you with your tech dilemmas. […]

  • External Event: FOPAL Book Sale

    Don't miss this month's Friends of the Palo Alto Library Book Sale! There will be three rooms with over 70,000 books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles, etc., new & gently used, all sorted, very reasonably priced! Proceeds benefit the Palo Alto libraries.  For the safety and comfort of all participants, masks are suggested and room occupancy will be lower than usual. Please […]

  • Figure Drawing Workshop: Drawing with Time

    Join CASP artist Sang-ah Choi for "5,4,3,2,1 – Drawing with Time"In this one-hour workshop, participants will practice figure drawing with pencils in timed cycles of 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 minutes. The session begins with a short demonstration on pencil line, focusing on variations in pressure and speed. Participants then take turns modeling, observing one another, […]