Fiction Book Club: Global Reads

Mon · Oct 5·6 PM – 7 PM·San Carlos, Meeting Room A, San Carlos

Join the San Carlos Library’s fiction book club as we explore world literature one translation at a time. Each month, we will dive into a translated book originally written in a language other than English, with a special focus on works from the 21st century. Our selections will highlight diverse cultures and fresh lit…

Wed · Oct 7·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·San Carlos, Meeting Room A, San Carlos

Join the San Carlos Library’s fiction book club as we explore world literature one translation at a time. Each month, we will dive into a translated book originally written in a language other than English, with a special focus on works from the 21st century. Our selections will highlight diverse cultures and fresh lit…

Mon · Nov 2·3 PM – 3:30 PM·San Carlos, Children's Room, San Carlos

Come along on an imaginary adventure! We’ll get school-ready by practicing listening skills and enjoying books together. This program is best suited for children ages 3-5 years. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Capacity limits may apply.

Mon · Nov 2·6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·San Carlos, 2nd Floor Community Room, San Carlos

Are you a beginner or intermediate-level Spanish student? If so, we invite you to join our weekly Spanish conversation club, where you can meet fellow Spanish learners while practicing your comprehension and speaking skills. Heritage Spanish-speaking staff will be on hand to facilitate the group and assist in pronuncia…

Mon · Nov 2·Green Library, Bing Wing, 459 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305 · Palo Alto

Stanford Libraries now holds an 1883 edition of a rare book, Les laboureurs: poème tiré de Jocelyn, whose pages (text and ornaments) were entirely woven on a Jacquard loom by the firm of silk merchant Joseph-Alphonse Henry. This exhibition explores the cultural contexts and material conditions of Les laboureurs’ produc…

Mon · Nov 2·Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford, CA 94305 · Palo Alto

Before 3D printing, there was photosculpture. Curated by Patrick R. Crowley, Associate Curator of European Art, Solid Pictures is the first major exhibition to explore these largely overlooked objects first conceived in 1859 by the twenty-nine-year-old French artist and inventor François Willème. Employing projection t…

Thu · Oct 1·San Mateo County Libraries

All San Mateo County Libraries and Customer Care are closed for Staff Development Day.

Thu · Oct 1·6 PM – 7:30 PM·San Mateo County Libraries

Join us for a Zoom class led by an instructor! We will cover the 128 Civics questions, as well as practice speaking, reading, writing, and interview questions based on the USCIS materials. Please note, you will receive a separate email reminder with the zoom link the morning of class. ¡Únase a nosotros para una clase d…

Fri · Oct 2·9:45 AM – 10:45 AM·Atherton, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane Atherton CA 94027 , Atherton

Looking for a fun and healthy way to connect with others? Join the Atherton Library's Walking Club and explore the scenic beauty of Holbrook Palmer Park while enjoying the fresh air and good company. Walking regularly offers numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, stronger bones, better bala…