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SUMMARY:San Mateo Celebrates! San Mateo Reflects (at the Main Library)
DESCRIPTION:From SanMateoCelebrates.com: \nSan Mateo Reflects\n5:30-7:30pm | San Mateo Public Library (Oak Room) \nDress Codes: How the Laws of Fashion Changed History \nStanford Law Professor Richard Thompson Ford takes us on an exploration of fashion through the ages that asks what our clothing reveals about ourselves and our society. Dress Codes has been translated into five languages and is the inspiration for an Editor’s Choice Ted Talk for 2021. \nTwo of his other books were selected as Notable Books of the year by the New York Times: The Race Card: how bluffing about bias makes race relations worse (2008) and Rights Gone Wrong: how law corrupts the struggle for equality (2011). He has appeared on national television and radio programs including The Colbert Report\, the Rachel Maddow Show\, The New Yorker Radio Hour and All Things Considered. He was the co-host with Joe Bankman of the Sirius XM Radio program Stanford Legal from 2020-2022. \nThis is a free event with refreshments. Space is limited. Registration is required. \nHow to get to Downtown San Mateo\nParking in Downtown San Mateo
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-celebrates-san-mateo-reflects-at-the-main-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:San Mateo Celebrates! San Mateo Delights (at the Main Library)
DESCRIPTION:From SanMateoCelebrates.com: \nSan Mateo Delights\n6:30-8:30pm | San Mateo Public Library (Oak Room) \nMusic at Kohl Mansion presents the Pan-Latin quartet SUDAMERICANTO which takes us on a journey through South American and Caribbean traditions with a Brazilian jazz twist. \nThe group features multi-faceted Puerto Rican vocalist/interpreter Madeleine Zayas and high caliber Bay Area musicians/educators natives from Puerto Rico\, Perú\, Brazil\, Chile\, and the U.S.\, coming together to play original compositions and innovative arrangements of carefully selected classics from the Latin American/Caribbean songbook. \nTheir eclectic repertoire is influenced by Afro-Peruvian and Argentinian rhythms\, Chilean cueca\, Brazilian samba and maracatú — and more — all tied together with rhythmic precision and intertwined with jazzy flavors. \nThis is a free event with refreshments. Space is limited. Registration is required. \nHow to get to Downtown San Mateo\nParking in Downtown San Mateo
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-celebrates-san-mateo-delights-at-the-main-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T193000
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SUMMARY:San Mateo Celebrates! San Mateo Chats (at the Main Library)
DESCRIPTION:From SanMateoCelebrates.com: \nSan Mateo Chats\n6-7:30pm | San Mateo Public Library (Oak Room) \nStanford Associate Professor James Zou joins us to talk about the research that put him on the cover of Nature Medicine and how AI is used for patient diagnosis and precision medical treatment. \nProfessor Zou is an associate professor of Biomedical Data Science and\, by courtesy\, of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. He works on making AI more reliable\, human-compatible and statistically rigorous and is especially interested in applications in human disease and health. Zou received his Ph.D from Harvard in 2014 and has been a member of Microsoft Research\, a Gates Scholar at Cambridge and a Simons fellow at U.C. Berkeley. He joined Stanford in 2016 and is excited to also be a Chan-Zuckerberg Investigator. He is also a part of the Stanford AI Lab. \nThis is a free event with refreshments. Space is limited. Registration is required. \nHow to get to Downtown San Mateo\nParking in Downtown San Mateo
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-celebrates-san-mateo-chats-at-the-main-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250407T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250407T173000
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SUMMARY:San Mateo Celebrates! San Mateo Shakes (at the Main Library)
DESCRIPTION:From SanMateoCelebrates.com: \nSan Mateo Shakes\n4:30-5:30pm | San Mateo Public Library (Oak Room) \nSan Francisco Shakespeare Festival brings their rendition of Romeo and Juliet to us. \nFollow two star-crossed teenagers as they fall in love despite the their families’ bitter feud. Set in the 1960’s when generations clashed on how to navigate change. Director Katja Rivera shows how lives can change in an instant. This fast-paced show is one of Shakespeare’s most famous plays. \nFor more than 35 years the Shakespeare on Tour program has traveled across California to bring a Shakespeare play to thousands of students. The Tour visits more schools and libraries than any other theater group in the state. \nRefreshments provided by Hawaiian Breeze Shaved Ice. \n  \nHow to get to Downtown San Mateo\nParking in Downtown San Mateo
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-celebrates-san-mateo-shakes-main-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250406T143000
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SUMMARY:San Mateo Celebrates! Festival in the Library (at the Main Library)
DESCRIPTION:From SanMateoCelebrates.com: \nFestival in the Library\n10am – 2pm | San Mateo Public Library | Food Trucks on Site \n10-10:50am (Oak Room) • Welcome & Storytime • We kick off with a special edition of one of the Library’s most popular programs. VIP guests are the Paws for Tales program and local dignitaries. \n11-11:45am (Oak Room) • Judd Winick • Hilo author shares his creative journey and inspires young readers with an engaging presentation about his popular graphic novel series. \n12-12:30pm (Oak Room) • Steve the Magic Guy captivates our youngest patrons. \n12-1pm (Laurel Room) • Judd Winick signs your books. \n12-1pm (Library Bookstore) • Ukulenny leads a ukulele jam — bring your own or one provided. \n12:30-2:30pm (Lobby) • Steve the Magic Guy dazzles with balloon creations. \n1:30-2pm (Oak Room) • Fratello Marionettes presents Jack & the Beanstalk. \n10am-2pm (Cedar Room) • The Reading Bug sells books onsite. \n  \nHow to get to Downtown San Mateo\nParking in Downtown San Mateo
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-celebrates-festival-in-the-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
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SUMMARY:AAPI Poetry for Peace\, Love\, and Understanding (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the Asian American Curriculum Project: \nThis month\, in collaboration with the San Mateo Public Library and local sponsors\, we’ll be hosting a free open mic poetry event featuring special performances by Genny Lim\, Frances Kakugawa\, Brian Komei Dempster and Charlie Chin + Victor Labrador. \nPlease stop by if you want to share some of your writing or simply enjoy an afternoon of poetry and music! \n– Sunday\, January 26\, 2025 at 1:00pm\n– San Mateo Main Library’s Oak Room
URL:https://dsma.org/event/aapi-poetry-for-peace-love-and-understanding-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T140000
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SUMMARY:Meet Author Alice Han (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nJoin us Saturday\, September 14 from 1-2PM in the Book Bubble. \nCome and meet local author Alice Han as she tells us about her journey as an author and her inspiration behind Nay! The Story of the Picky Palomino. Nay! Nay! Nay! No matter what the determined chef offers – from stews to fondues\, from fruit to parfait – this horse just says\, “Nay!” Will the chef ever come up with something tasty enough to satisfy this picky palomino? Book talk will be followed by a fun horse-themed craft. Free copies of the book while supplies last. All ages welcome.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/meet-author-alice-han-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240828T190000
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SUMMARY:Fantasy Football League (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nPlease join us for our first Fantasy Football League at the library! Draft night will be on Wednesday\, August 28th from 6-7 PM in the Oak Room. Refreshments such as pizza and snacks will be served starting at 6:00 PM. We will be having a live draft starting at 6:30 PM and anyone is welcome to bring their own devices. After that\, we will monitor the league through the Yahoo Fantasy Football app. You can compete against others in the league to win. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in the league at a later date in the football season.  You must be 18 and older to participate in this program. Registration is required. \n*You must sign up for a Yahoo account to enter the draft. You can sign up here. A limited number of laptops will be available for the draft. Please bring your own device if possible (smartphone\, laptop\, or tablet). 
URL:https://dsma.org/event/fantasy-football-league-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240826T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
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SUMMARY:Folger Estate Historic District (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nLearn about the unique history in your own backyard! Did you know that our area was the birthplace of a coffee empire long before baristas were on every corner? Join us to learn about the rich history of Wunderlich County Park and the Folger Stable. From Gold Rush induced logging in the Santa Cruz mountains\, to large farming operations\, to the “Great Estates” era of the rich and famous. Take a step back in time and learn how this local site became a national historic treasure. Presented by Kym Teppo\, Executive Director Friends of Huddart & Wunderlich Park. \nKym grew up with a passion for outdoor spaces and connecting people with nature. Kym received a B.A. in Political Science and later a Juris Doctorate. She is also a certified naturalist\, and interpretive guide. Kym wears many hats working for a small non-profit running educational programs in the parks and ensuring the historic preservation of the 1905 Folger Estate Historic District. The best part of her job is working with the 50 volunteers who work tirelessly to protect and promote the natural and cultural resources of our special parks. \nThis event will be held at the Main Library in the Oak Room.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/folger-estate-historic-district-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T150000
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SUMMARY:End of Summer Party! (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nFor kids and families. Celebrate the final days of the summer with one last party at the library! Join us for popcorn\, s’mores\, crafts\, games\, and raffle prizes! This event will be held in the Oak Room at the Main library. See below for the schedule of events: \n1-2 pm: make your own s’mores\n1-2 pm: craft: make a bug hotel\n2-3 pm: popcorn\nOngoing from 1-3: cryptogram scavenger hunt\, raffle drawings\, scratcher art\, and beaded bracelets \nRegistration is not required. Crafts and food items are available on a first-come basis.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/end-of-summer-party-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
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SUMMARY:Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead: DIY Ice Cream (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nFull S.T.E.A.M. Ahead: DIY Ice Cream \nSummer is the perfect time to learn about the science behind making ice cream: molecules\, emulsions\, and melting and freezing points. You can then make your own ice cream in just a few minutes’ time! (There will be dairy and oat milk options.) Registration is required. Recommended for grades 2 and up.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/full-s-t-e-a-m-ahead-diy-ice-cream/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
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SUMMARY:Prohibition in San Mateo County (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nProhibition in San Mateo County \nIn the 1930s\, mobster Sam Termini called San Mateo County the most corrupt county in the state. With rumrunners landing Canadian whiskey on isolated beaches\, moonshiners operating in homes and a multitude of speakeasies in every Peninsula community\, the county earned a reputation as one of the “wettest” in the state during Prohibition. During the presentation\, Carmen Blair will share local Prohibition stories she discovered while researching for the San Mateo County History Museum’s temporary exhibit Broads\, Bootleggers and Bookies in 2011. This event will be in the Oak Room. Photo: Hotel San Pedro at the Sánchez Adobe was a speakeasy during Prohibition. Courtesy San Mateo County Historical Association. \nCarmen Blair joined the staff of the San Mateo County Historical Association in 1998 and has been the Deputy Director since 2007. Among her responsibilities\, she is involved with school programs\, public programs for adults and children\, exhibit design and publications. She received her B.A. in History from Gustavus Adolphus College and her M.A. in Museum Studies from San Francisco State University.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/prohibition-in-san-mateo-county/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240721T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T190640Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Lingering Dream of Homeland (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nFilm Screening: Lingering Dream of Homeland \nLingering Dream of Homeland (2023) is a feature-length film by writer/director Li Weinian\, a native of Taishan\, Guangdong\, China. Centered on the story of a multi-generational family from Taishan in the 1920s and 1930s\, the film explores themes of immigration\, family separation and cultural preservation. Highlighting the history of Taishan\, Li Weinian brings the beauty of its landscape and traditions to the big screen. In Cantonese\, with Chinese and English subtitles\, and with locally cast Taishanese actors. Rating: NR Running time: 94 minutes \nAlso enjoy an erhu performance by Daike Chao and a post-film discussion and Q&A with Anna Eng\, a professor at UC Berkeley and SFSU.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/film-screening-lingering-dream-of-homeland/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T173535Z
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SUMMARY:Khalilah the Peace Dancer - Create\, Peace\, Joy\, & Harmony (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nKhalilah the Peace Dancer – Create\, Peace\, Joy\, & Harmony \nKhalilah Ramirez is a performance artist\, author\, and educator located in the Bay Area. She is known as “The Peace Dancer” because her performance art engages all participants on the level of love\, harmony\, and healing.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/khalilah-the-peace-dancer-create-peace-joy-harmony-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T184450Z
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SUMMARY:Tapas on the Terrace (at the San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library Foundation: \nTAPAS ON THE TERRACE: A Midsummer Celebration!\nDate: Wednesday\, July 17 \nTime: 6:00pm – 7:30pm \nLocation: San Mateo Public Library\, Oak Room patio \nEnjoy tasty tapas\, refreshing sangria\, cold beer\, or non-alcoholic alternatives while Mario To’s classical guitar transports you to a place of relaxation and enchantment. Come meet your neighbors and build community in a festive atmosphere – after all\, what could be more friendly than your local library? \nCome for the food\, stay for the music\, and leave with new friends. We can’t wait to see you there! \nSuggested donation at the door: $20 (proceeds benefit the San Mateo Public Library). This event is brought to you by the San Mateo Public Library Foundation.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/tapas-on-the-terrace-at-the-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T180000
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SUMMARY:Pajama Storytime (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nPajama Storytime In-Person\nPlease wear pajamas (parents can too!) to this evening storytime featuring stories\, songs\, and rhymes. For all ages. Stuffies welcome. \nPlan to arrive early to ensure admittance.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/pajama-storytime-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T200000
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CREATED:20240618T193324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T193324Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nCome test your knowledge at our after-hours trivia competition.  Teams should be 2-6 people.  Don’t have a team\, we will find one for you. \nEach attendee must have their own registration. Register HERE   
URL:https://dsma.org/event/trivia-night-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240618T163946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T163946Z
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SUMMARY:Summerween (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nJoin us at the San Mateo Main Library for a celebration of the Gravity Falls holiday- SUMMERWEEN! \nWe will kick off the festivities with a viewing of the Gravity Falls Summerween episode in the Book Bubble\, make some Jack-O-Melon Crafts in the Makerspace\, and read the scary stories written by the contest winners from our Summer Scary Story Contest in the Book Bubble and award prizes! \nCostumes strongly encouraged! It’s Summer Halloween!
URL:https://dsma.org/event/summerween-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240618T163516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T163516Z
UID:10000252-1718906400-1718910000@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Jungle James Reptile Education & Live Animals (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nJungle James brings the jungle to our library to spark imagination and fuel curiosity. He will educate patrons about each animal’s habitat\, habits\, and unique features. A subset of lucky audience members will actually get to touch some of the animals! Join us for face-to-face experiences with some of the coolest species on the planet.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/jungle-james-reptile-education-live-animals-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/library061824.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240507T202509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T202509Z
UID:10000225-1715884200-1715887800@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Fashioning San Francisco: A Century of Style (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nExplore the history of San Francisco through fashion. \nFashioning San Francisco: A Century of Style at the de Young Museum showcases the City’s international sophistication\, bohemian tendencies\, appreciation of global cultures and long standing practice of using clothing as a form of personal expression. \nPresented by Gretchen Turner\, a docent with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/fashioningsanfrancisco/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240507T202840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T202840Z
UID:10000226-1715796000-1715799600@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Asian Art Museum Docent Talk: Phoenix Kingdom (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nCelebrate Asian Pacific American Month at the San Mateo Public Library learn about art during the Phoenix Kingdom. A docent from the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco will talk about the splendor\, sophistication\, and extravagance of two mysterious kingdoms that flourished at the dawn of China’s Bronze Age. The special exhibition is currently on display at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco from April 19\, 2024 through July 22\, 2024.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/phoenixkingdom/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/library-event-may-15.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240419T201609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T201609Z
UID:10000217-1714834800-1714838400@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Pianist Ilya Yakushev with members of the St. Lawrence String Quartet (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nJoin us for a Musical Conversation featuring virtuosic pianist Ilya Yakushev in collaboration with members of the St. Lawrence String Quartet. The group will perform excerpts from their upcoming Music at Kohl concert including the glorious Brahms Piano Trio\, No. 1\, but not before marking the 100th anniversary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with a jazzy piano solo. Sponsored by Music at Kohl Mansion\, the San Mateo Public Library Foundation\, and the San Mateo Public Library. This event will be held in the Oak Room at the Main Library.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/pianist-ilya-yakushev-with-members-of-the-st-lawrence-string-quartet-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/library-event-may-4-scaled-e1713557759154.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240419T200821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T201701Z
UID:10000216-1714222800-1714230000@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Floral Artists of the Bay Area (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nJoin us for a weekend of beautiful floral displays at the San Mateo Main Library! \nWe are excited to present beautiful floral arrangements from members of Floral Artists of the Bay Area (FAB) for the entire weekend of April 27-28. Come enjoy the beauty of flowers and see gorgeous floral displays on every floor of the San Mateo Main Library! \nFloral arrangement demonstrations on Saturday\, April 27th from 1-3pm in the Oak Room.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/floral-artists-of-the-bay-area-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FAB_poster-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240408T200507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T200507Z
UID:10000210-1713704400-1713715200@dsma.org
SUMMARY:San Mateo Earth Day: A New Climate Vision (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the organizers: \nThe impacts of climate change are increasingly felt every day\, but there is hope in the solutions being implemented both globally and locally. \nYou are invited to join us for a screening of the TED Radio Hour documentary “A New Climate Vision\,” which explores the climate solutions revolution underway and showcases several innovative strategies for addressing climate change. \nFollowing the screening and discussion\, we will hear from leaders of various local non-profit environmental/climate change organizations who are spearheading initiatives in San Mateo County\, driving tangible change and paving the way towards a more resilient and sustainable future. \nDoors open at 1:00 pm and the program will begin at 1:30 pm. \nNOTE: While registration isn’t required\, we would appreciate you registering for the event as it helps event organizers plan for the number attending. \nThe event is sponsored by the following organizations: \nCitizens’ Climate Lobby\, San Mateo Chapter (www.citizensclimatelobby.org)\nActerra (https://acterra.org)\nSan Mateo Climate Action Team (www.smclimateaction.org)\n350 Silicon Valley (https://www.350siliconvalley.org)
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-earth-day-a-new-climate-vision-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/20240421_earthday.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240408T195321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T195500Z
UID:10000207-1713618000-1713625200@dsma.org
SUMMARY:San Mateo Earth Day: Clothing Swap (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nCome to the San Mateo Public Library to swap old chidren’s and adult clothes for new to you clothes. \nThis swap will take place in the Laurel and Cedar Rooms \nClothing must be clean and damage free.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-earth-day-clothing-swap-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/20240420_earthday2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240408T200111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T200111Z
UID:10000208-1713612600-1713616200@dsma.org
SUMMARY:San Mateo Earth Day: Sustainability for All Tabling Event (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nJoin local sustainability partners who will share tips and resources to help you reduce waste\, and save money. \nTabling with us: San Mateo Arboretum Society\, ReThink Waste\, Master Gardeners of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties\, Project Super Plants\, Peninsula Clean Energy\, Pollinator Partnership and Byrds Filling Station.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-earth-day-sustainability-for-all-tabling-event-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/20240420_earthday4.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240408T200038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T200038Z
UID:10000209-1713612600-1713616200@dsma.org
SUMMARY:San Mateo Earth Day: Game & Puzzle Swap (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nSwap out your gently used games or puzzles for a new to you puzzle or game.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-earth-day-game-puzzle-swap-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T111500
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240408T194442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T194442Z
UID:10000206-1713609000-1713611700@dsma.org
SUMMARY:San Mateo Earth Day: Project Super Plants (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nAttend this workshop presented by youth led Project Super Plants to learn about the threats of CO2 emissions on our local biodiversity and become informed on how to grow California Native “Super Plants” that grow larger root systems to store more CO2. \nJoin Project Super Plants during our tabling event to plant your own Super Plant: CA Melic Grass.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/san-mateo-earth-day-project-super-plants-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/20240420_earthday.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240227T235151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T235212Z
UID:10000190-1713033000-1713042000@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Night At the Library Benefit (part of San Mateo Celebrates!)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library Foundation: \nJoin us for a scintillating evening of food\, fun\, and philanthropy to benefit the San Mateo Public Library! We’re transforming the lobby into a community party space with room to dance\, room to talk\, and even room to just read (a library book). \nA perennial favorite Library offering is Trivia Night and we’re delighted to bring this experience to our party. General Admission ticket purchasers can register for one\, two\, or all three rounds of our Librarian-led Trivia Challenge. Winner of each round gets a prize. \n— \nAges 21+ as we are providing complimentary wine and beer\n“California Cocktail” Attire (relaxed & festive) \nTICKETS Selected during registration\nGeneral Admission \n$100.00\nIncludes passed hors d’oeuvres and beverages.\nTrivia Challenge (7:00pm-7:15pm): Travel\nTrivia Challenge (7:15pm-7:30pm): California / Bay Area\nTrivia Challenge (7:30pm-7:45pm): Pop Culture
URL:https://dsma.org/event/night-at-the-library-benefit/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191927
CREATED:20240322T170650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T170650Z
UID:10000201-1712253600-1712260800@dsma.org
SUMMARY:Super Smash Bros. Tournament (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
DESCRIPTION:From the San Mateo Public Library: \nCome join us for an evening gaming party and compete with other players in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch. \nEnjoy some pizza and win prizes! \nJoycons and Gamecube controllers will be available\, but feel free to bring your own controllers. This program is only for students in 8th-12th grade. \nTeen spectators welcome. \nAny questions? Please email Carla Avitabile: cavitabile@cityofsanmateo.org
URL:https://dsma.org/event/super-smash-bros-tournament-at-the-main-san-mateo-public-library/
LOCATION:San Mateo Public Library (Main)\, 55 West 3rd Avenue\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94402\, United States
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