Celebrate Diwali with the art of henna! Local artist Swati will apply a beautiful henna design on your hand. Please note that henna paste is a natural product that temporarily stains the skin and could cause allergic reactions in some individuals. If you have sensitive skin or a history of allergies, please take necessary precautions. This is a first-come, first-served program.
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The Creative Software Workshop is a time for you to learn to create something new with the multitude of creative software we have available through our libraries. It is also an opportunity to share projects you've been working on, as well as get advice on anything related. In this session, you will learn to explore the…
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 ot…
El tercer miércoles de cada mes a las 6:00 PM¿Le interesan los libros y desea reunirse con otras personas aficionadas a la literatura en español? Le invitamos a unirse al Club de Lectura de la Biblioteca Grand Avenue. Se ofrecerán copias gratuitas de cada título durante la reunión del mes anterior al que corresponda la…
UC Berkeley's Community College Transfer Services (CCTS) is excited to announce our Transfer to Success (TTS) Webinar Series for the Fall 2026 semester. This series aims to provide invaluable guidance and resources for Community College students in California to navigate the transfer pathway to any of our 9 UC campuses…
Gem Painting is taking the crafting world by storm. It’s the perfect mixture of paint-by-numbers and mosaic art, without the paint! Instead, tiny gems make a beautiful pattern and sparkle in the light. Gem Painting is a recurring series that invites creative makers to gather together in the same place at the same time…
Paint an Indigenous traditional dancer on canvas! The Mexika dancer was photographed by the artist in the San Francisco Bay Area. Elizabeth Jiménez Montelongo, who will guide participants step-by-step to paint the image. Washable paints make this workshop accessible to all ages. All materials are provided.
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 at the Colma Community Center for Colma’s Annual Pumpkin Party—open to all ages. Participants can choose to carve or decorate their pumpkins using the provided tools and materials, including paint, child-safe carving tools, and creative decorations. Pumpkins must be carved or decorated on site, as supplies will…
Join us at the Drop-in Sewing Lab on Mondays from 11am to 1pm in The LAB! Bring your projects or start something new with the library's sewing machines. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned sewer, our makerspace is here to support your creativity. No experience necessary—just drop in and get stitching! Watch our tutor…
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。
