• Financial Planning Day 2025 (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    From the San Mateo Public Library: Join us for our Annual Financial Planning Day Free 20-minute, private consultation for an individual or couple with a financial planning expert on a […]

  • Award-Winning Children’s Author Natasha Yim (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    From the San Mateo Public Library: Award-Winning Children's Author Natasha Yim! In-Person Come meet award-winning children's author Natasha Yim! Natasha grew up in Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong, and she loves writing fun stories that celebrate people and cultures from all around the world. She's the author of eleven picture books and will be sharing […]

  • Uncle Jer’s Traveling Bee Show!

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    Join Uncle Jer for a buzz-worthy live bee adventure at the library! Perfect for curious kids and families.

  • Things That Creep (Main Library)

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    Meet safe-to-handle animal ambassadors in a fully hands-on reptile adventure perfect for families.

  • Growing Herbs for Flavor and Fun

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    Learn about growing herbs with Master Gardeners Carolyn Dorsch and Naomi Mier. This workshop will provide information on how to grow herbs from seed and propagate from cuttings, different families of herbs, and examples of culinary and non-culinary uses. Herb seeds available while supplies last, after the program. This event will be held in the Oak Room.

  • NorCal Bats!

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    Join us for a fascinating evening with NorCal Bats featuring live bat ambassadors! Discover the truth about local bats, explore the myths and misconceptions surrounding these amazing animals, and learn why bats play such an important role in our ecosystem. The program will conclude with time for audience questions and answers. All bats featured are certified non-releasable by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife and the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to injuries that prevent them from surviving in the wild.

  • Knit, Etc. @ The Library

    San Mateo Public Library (Main) 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, United States

    Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or any other stitching come on out and enjoy some dedicated project time, help from other crafters, and lots of fun and friendship! All levels are welcome in this group. Please bring your own supplies.