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Discover what you can make using our library maker tools. Sometimes techy, sometimes crafty, always fun! For all ages! No registration required. First-come, first-served as space and equipment permit.

Discover what you can make using our library maker tools. Sometimes techy, sometimes crafty, always fun! For all ages! No registration required. First-come, first-served as space and equipment permit.
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Explore library maker tools for techy and crafty projects at Belmont Library MakerSpace, all ages.
Explore library maker tools for techy and crafty projects at Belmont Library MakerSpace, all ages.
Explore library maker tools for techy and crafty projects at Belmont Library MakerSpace, all ages.
Explore library maker tools for techy and crafty projects at Belmont Library MakerSpace, all ages.
Imaginary adventure with new stories, songs, and wiggle lessons in the Taube room, followed by open-ended exploration for toddlers and caregivers, ages 5 and under.
Native American drumming and dance presentation at Belmont Library showcases rhythmic drums, traditional dances, history lessons, and outfit‑making demonstrations, ages 6–18.
Artist duo Michelle Wilson and Anne Beck guide community sewing circles at various Palo Alto Enjoy! recreation locations.
Crochet Corner at Belmont Library offers a relaxed space where participants bring yarn projects, receive beginner‑friendly crochet instruction, and share ideas with fellow makers, ages 12 and up.
Open sewing at Belmont Library Makerspace, bring fabric, use scrap bin, work on projects, meet other sewists, machine assistance offered, limited space, ages 19 and up.
Walking Club meets at Jennings Pavilion in Holbrook Palmer Park, offering guided walks through scenic trails for all fitness levels, plus monthly special walks to nearby locations, ages 19+.
Ukulele jam group (Half Moon Bay Library) — Morning strumming and singing with provided music; participants bring ukuleles; beginners welcome. Ages 12 and up.
Harvest Table Garlands at Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley Street, Palo Alto.
Free art projects set up in the Kindness Corner at Magical Bridge Playground, first‑come, first‑served, open to all abilities.
Chen‑style Taijiquan class teaches the form, silk‑reeling spiral movements, and Wuji Qigong standing meditation in the library courtyard, for ages 19 and up.
Tech‑savvy staff provide ten‑minute device help sessions at San Carlos Library, for ages 19 and up.