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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.
Gently used books sold in the Taube Room at Belmont Library, supporting the Friends of the Library, for all ages.
Learn digital art basics with Procreate tablets, covering brushes, tools, gestures, and pixelation at San Carlos Library Meeting Room A, for ages 12 and up.
John Gallagher presents step‑by‑step owl‑box building instructions with wildlife photos at the Woodside Environment & Open Space Committee’s Autumn Event, Independence Hall.
Guided crafting activity using googly eyes, glue sticks, and colorful supplies at Belmont Library Makerspace, for ages 6–11.
Make a cardboard and feather shield inspired by Cheyenne and Mexica designs in the Taube Room at Belmont Library, supplies limited to first 50 participants, for ages 6–11.
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.
Dedicated stitching session in the Laurel Room with fellow knitters, crocheters, and cross‑stitchers sharing project time and advice.
CSM Design Showcase (Center for Creativity) — Illustrations, packaging designs, laser‑cut creations and other original works by 24 San Mateo design students on display.
Drop-in Sewing Lab (Burlingame Public Library Tech Lab) — Use library sewing machines to work on projects or start new ones, beginner‑friendly, ages 18+.
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.