Go on a journey through the Philippines, with author and publisher Christina Newhard, without stepping on a plane. Through reading beautifully illustrated picture books, we island-hop from the far North to the far Southern Philippines, meeting shy boys, grumpy octopuses, talking eagles, brave girls, weavers and friendly monsters along the way. For ages 4 and older.
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Christina Newhard reads books, island‑hopping the Philippines from north to south, meeting shy boys, grumpy octopuses and talking eagles, at Anza, San Francisco Public Library, for ages 5–10.
Project‑based science workshops let participants build take‑home experiments at the Randall Museum, $10 per adult/child combo, $5 each additional, for ages 4 and up.
Experiential art session lets participants explore materials and self‑expression at the Eureka Valley branch of the San Francisco Public Library, messy dress encouraged, for all ages.
Storytime at Bernal Heights Library followed by playground play, with limited space and first‑come tickets at the door, for ages 5 and under.
Educators guide a tour of three artworks at Wilsey Court, prompting discussion and activities that deepen knowledge of the permanent collection, for all ages.
Therapy dog from SF SPCA visits Potrero Library meeting room for reading practice and companionship, ages 5–10, youth under 8 with adult.
Thanksgiving workshop at Glen Canyon Rec Center offers paper turkey making, air‑dry clay candle holders, and beaded garlands for holiday décor, ages 5–9.
Dance, read and learn American Sign Language with Black Deaf educator and storyteller Ms. Kei-Che at the Main branch of San Francisco Public Library, all ages.
A writing workshop led by award‑winning poet and SCW Institute founder Alexandra Kostoulas at the San Francisco Public Library Main, for ages 18 and up.
Cantonese tablet/smartphone tutorial at Sunset Library teaches camera focus, exposure, basic functions, and QR scanning; bring your own Apple or Android device; for ages 60 and up.
Drop‑in art workshops in the Randall Museum’s Art Room feature instructors guiding a new hands‑on project each week, $5 per person, all ages.
Watercolor painting at Glen Park Library, materials supplied, self‑guided, all skill levels welcome, 18+.
One-on-one tech help with phones, tablets, internet searches, email setup, and basic computer tasks at Ortega, San Francisco Public Library; space limited, ages 18 and up.
