Did You Know?
The San Mateo County Library in Atherton has weekly events?
To learn more visit: https://smcl.org/locations/1a/
STEAM Team: Upcycled Fabric Embroidery Hoops (children)
Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00PM – 5:00PM
Today, we'll be scientists, engineers and beyond! Join us at the library the fourth Monday of the month for a new STEAM activity for you to explore. This time, we’ll be upcycling old fabric and t-shirts to turn them into embroidered pieces of art! Fabric will be provided, but if you have any old clothes at home that you’d like to transform into a hangable artwork, feel free to bring them with you for this class. Embroidery hoops will be 3" wide.
Registration is not required to attend, but we do ask that you RSVP ahead of time, as it will affect the amount of supplies we provide. Drop-ins are still welcome, though capacity limits may apply.
Brain Power Hour: Age-Friendly Brain Games (adults)
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:30AM – 12:30PM
Please join us in this new, age-friendly, and engaging program that invites you to play fun games that are meant to exercise both your brain and body. California Brain Games has developed brain games that are specially designed for older adults to synchronize both sides of their brains. During this fun and satisfying hour-long event, you will participate in activities that enhance learning skills, brain plasticity, and promote short-term memory all while connecting with others!
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Photographer Robert Buelteman: 'The Unseen Peninsula'
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Join us at the Atherton Library to hear renowned photographer Rob Buelteman share his experiences in the Crystal Springs Watershed during the late '80s. Over a decade, Rob captured the beauty and tranquility of this hidden landscape through stunning black-and-white photography, culminating in his acclaimed monograph, The Unseen Peninsula.
Rob will discuss his journey through this “unseen watershed,” delve into its history, and offer insights into the creative process behind his remarkable work.
This is a free event but registration is required.
Parking is limited - arrive early and carpool if possible.
Please register here. This program is kindly sponsored by Friends of the Atherton Library.
Paws for Tales
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:00PM-6:00PM
Do you have a reluctant reader? Sign your child up for a session to practice reading with a therapy dog at the library.
Studies show that children who may not want to read in front of their peers are much less anxious with an animal present. Children don't perceive animals as judgmental, and reading to an animal helps them become more confident readers. We’d like to thank our partners for making this possible: Pet Assisted Therapy teams and their handlers from the Peninsula Humane Society & the SPCA's Paws for Tales program.
Space is limited, so register early for your 10-minute slot at smcl.org/pawsfortales! We do our best to incorporate drop-ins as much as possible, so feel free to stop by!
Free Comic Book Day
Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00AM – 4:00PM
San Mateo County Libraries is excited to share our love of comics with Free Comic Book Day this Saturday, May 3, 2025! Stop by Atherton Library during our open hours to pick up a free comic book, while supplies last. We'll have a mix of titles for all ages, whether you're a Marvel or DC fan, a manga enthusiast or completely new to the world of comics and graphic novels, there's something for you!
Want more comics? Ask our staff for recommendations and check them out with your library card!
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Join us at the Atherton Library to hear renowned photographer Rob Buelteman share his experiences in the Crystal Springs Watershed during the late '80s. Over a decade, Rob captured the beauty and tranquility of this hidden landscape through stunning black-and-white photography, culminating in his acclaimed monograph, The Unseen Peninsula.
Rob will discuss his journey through this “unseen watershed,” delve into its history, and offer insights into the creative process behind his remarkable work.
This is a free event but registration is required.
Parking is limited - arrive early and carpool if possible.
Please register here. This program is kindly sponsored by Friends of the Atherton Library.
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