Join us at the library for a special train-themed storytime! Play together with your little one as we read books, sing songs, and make lots of train noises together. This storytime welcomes all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyond! Afterwards, follow us down to be among the first to explore the new Atherton Train Station Museum, located at the end of Dinkelspiel Station Lane. Join our Town for an afternoon of family-friendly activities and lots of fun!
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Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival through art and culture! Participants will learn basic Chinese calligraphy brush techniques and discover the festival’s traditions. We will explore the customs and symbolism of the Mid-Autumn Festival, then practice writing auspicious phrases related to the moon and reunion. Each parti…
Celebrate the beauty of nature through the bold, joyful imagery of Otomi-inspired folk art. In this adults-only workshop, we'll draw inspiration from the vibrant animals, blooming botanicals, and playful patterns found in the traditional textiles of the Otomi people from Central Mexico to create colorful animal wall de…
All Aboard! Atherton’s Train Station Begins a New Journey For more than 150 years, the Atherton train station has been an important part of the community and the Peninsula’s history. Originally known as Fair Oaks, Atherton’s first station began as a simple flag stop on the San Francisco and San Jose Railroad, a railroa…
Join us for a creative afternoon inspired by our Fall exhibition. Enjoy art activities led by Art Center teaching artists and community partners.
Bring your bouncing baby to our weekly playtime, full of nursery rhymes and songs you can do together to stimulate your baby’s development. Ideal for newborns up to 18 months old, but all are welcome. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in open-ended exploration and learning in the company of o…
Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM
All-ages arts and crafts! Adults, teens, and kids -- join us for an afternoon of relaxed crafting on the third Sunday of the month. Supplies are provided for you to explore a surprise art activity. This craft is self-directed; children must come with their responsible adult crafting-buddy. The room closes at 3:30 PM, s…
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…
Join us for open time to use the library’s sewing machines. Bring your project or use some of our supplies to make your own. There will be no formal instruction, but assistance with the machines will be provided as staffing and time permit. For ages 8+. Participants aged 7 and younger are welcome to attend with caregiv…
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.
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。
