Sugar Skull Decoration

Mon · Oct 12·3:30 PM – 5 PM·Belmont, Join us in the Taube room!, Belmont

Decorate your own colorful calavera, or sugar skull, for el Día de los Muertos. Learn about the tradition of making sugar skull decorations with a brief visual presentation. Día de Muertos is celebrated every year between November 1st and November 2nd in many Latin American countries to honor beloved ancestors. No regi…

Wed · Oct 14·2 PM – 3:30 PM·San Carlos, 2nd Floor Community Room, San Carlos

** THIS PROGRAM IS FOR AGES 10-14 (5th-8th graders) ** It will be held in our regularly scheduled Level Up Lounge . Decorate your own colorful calavera, or sugar skull, for el Día de los Muertos. Learn about the tradition of making sugar skull decorations with a brief visual presentation. Día de Muertos is celebrated e…

Sun · Oct 18·3 PM – 4:30 PM·Millbrae, Millbrae

Decorate your own colorful calavera, or sugar skull, for el Día de los Muertos. Learn about the tradition of making sugar skull decorations with a brief visual presentation. Día de Muertos is celebrated every year between November 1st - November 2nd in many Latin American countries as a way to honor beloved ancestors.…

Thu · Oct 8·10 AM – 1 PM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

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. There will be no formal instruction, but assistance will be provided for the machines if necessary.

Thu · Oct 8·2 PM – 4 PM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

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 at your own pace. We will provide a selection of basic art materials to get you started.

Thu · Oct 8·Online · San Mateo

Meet with a CSU Academic Rep regarding admissions and transfer information from CSM to CSU East Bay during the 2026-2027 academic year.Register for your appointment online! (https://csueb-outreach.youcanbook.me/)

Thu · Oct 8·Library Lounge · San Mateo

Fri · Oct 9·11 AM – 12 PM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

Gem Painting is taking the crafting world by storm. It’s the perfect mixture of paint-by-numbers and mosaic art, without the paint! Instead, tiny gems make a beautiful pattern and sparkle in the light. Gem Painting is a recurring series that invites creative makers to gather at the same place regularly. If you are inte…

Fri · Oct 9·12 PM – 1:30 PM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

Build your own mini altar to celebrate Day of the Dead! Local artist Elizabeth Jiménez Montelongo will guide you through the process, demonstrating each step. She will also share information on basic altar elements and the tradition's Indigenous roots. There is an opportunity for creative liberty and personalization of…

Sun · Sep 20·10 AM – 12 PM·Belmont, Taube Room, Belmont

Discover Etegami (絵手紙), the beloved Japanese folk art of creating and gifting hand-painted postcards. Here, imperfection isn’t just allowed—it’s the goal! Join certified Etegami instructors Amy and Andy for a hands-on, two-hour introduction to this rich, liberating world of Japanese hand-painted picture-letters. You’ll…

Sun · Sep 20·10 AM – 11:30 AM·Millbrae, Millbrae

Learn English in this free in-person class taught by a certified instructor. We will learn and practice English, which will be helpful in your everyday life. Aprenda inglés en esta clase en persona gratuita enseñada por un instructor certificado. Aprenderemos y practicaremos ingles que le ayudará en su vida diaria.

Sun · Sep 20·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Millbrae, Library Lounge, Millbrae

Join us for stories and songs in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing, and playing along. 歡迎參加國語，廣東話和英語故事時間！歡迎任何年齡的孩子一起聆聽故事、放聲歌唱跟玩耍。