Family Storytime With Stay and Play!

Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for ......More

Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, where kids and their caregivers can practice interpersonal skills and have fun learning to share and socialize!

Maker Exploration for Families

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays an......More

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM

The Great Winter Puzzle Race

The first team to complete their puzzle wins! Gather up a team of up to four members and get ready to put your dexterity to the test. The team that finishes first or completes the most before time is called wins! Can you and your team put your puzzle together faster th......More

The first team to complete their puzzle wins! Gather up a team of up to four members and get ready to put your dexterity to the test. The team that finishes first or completes the most before time is called wins! Can you and your team put your puzzle together faster than your friendly competition? Each team will receive the same 500-piece puzzle as provided by the library. Teams can be made up of all different ages. Registration is only needed for 1 person per team, so if you’re teaming up with more than one fellow puzzler, you only need to register once!

It's Sew Easy: Gift Bags

Interested in picking up the fun life-skill of sewing? Want to add a handmade touch to your gifts this year? Join us for our It's Sew Easy: Gift Bags program. Whether you're a beginner or experienced sewist this hands on project is perfect for all skill levels! Parti......More

Interested in picking up the fun life-skill of sewing? Want to add a handmade touch to your gifts this year? Join us for our It's Sew Easy: Gift Bags program. Whether you're a beginner or experienced sewist this hands on project is perfect for all skill levels! Participants aged 12 and younger are welcome to participate with caregiver supervision and assistance. Space is limited so please register at smcl.org/events to reserve your spot. Both sessions are identical so please register for only one class!

STEAM Team: Bath Bombs

Today, we'll be scientists, engineers and beyond! Join us at the library the every month for a new STEAM activity for you to explore. This time, we'll be exploring a fun chemistry lesson by making our own bath bombs. No registration required, as supplies last.

3D Printing for Families

Come visit for a hour of 3D printing exploration with our 3D Printers. Print your own small project or customize pre-printed projects!

Pajama Storytime With Stay and Play: Blanket Forts!

Join us for a Pajama Storytime Adventure! Come along in your coziest pajamas for an imaginary journey where we'll hear new stories, sing songs, and learn fun wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups, and even your favorite bedtime bu......More

Join us for a Pajama Storytime Adventure! Come along in your coziest pajamas for an imaginary journey where we'll hear new stories, sing songs, and learn fun wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups, and even your favorite bedtime buddy, too. Then stick around for a special Stay and Play today in the Children’s Area! Build your own cozy reading nook out of blankets, boxes, cushions, and of course, plenty of books. Get ready to snuggle up and read and play together!

Open Lab: Drop In Memory Lab

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cas......More

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cassettes 8mm and Super-8 film (no audio) 3.5" floppy disks (DOS or Windows format only) CD-R and DVD-R data discs

Crafternoon: Spirograph Art

Join us in the Atherton Makerspace, and stretch your inner artist! This week, we’ll be making art with spirographs. Snap together custom gears and spin them round and around with your pen to create an intricate spiral-design! It’s fun and easy for any age. No registrat......More

Join us in the Atherton Makerspace, and stretch your inner artist! This week, we’ll be making art with spirographs. Snap together custom gears and spin them round and around with your pen to create an intricate spiral-design! It’s fun and easy for any age. No registration required, as supplies last.

Drop-In Sewing

Do you have a sewing project to complete?  Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use! Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for ad......More

Do you have a sewing project to complete?  Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use! Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for adults and teens who are already familiar with using sewing machines. Minimal instructions will be given.

Step Into Wellness: Atherton Library's Walking Club

Looking for a fun and healthy way to connect with others? Join the Atherton Library's Walking Club and explore the scenic beauty of Holbrook Palmer Park while enjoying the fresh air and good company. Walking regu......More

Looking for a fun and healthy way to connect with others? Join the Atherton Library's Walking Club and explore the scenic beauty of Holbrook Palmer Park while enjoying the fresh air and good company. Walking regularly offers numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, stronger bones, better balance, enhanced mood, and increased energy levels. This group is a great way to stay active, meet new friends, and discover the joy of walking together. Routes within the park are accessible and paced to accommodate all fitness levels. Comfortable shoes and a sense of adventure are all you need to participate! Visit our Walking Club Hub for more information and updates! The walking club will meet at the Jennings Pavilion at Holbrook Palmer Park. Let’s step into wellness together!

Tech Tutors Drop-In Sessions

Please come prepared with any questions or tasks that our staff can help you with during our drop-in sessions. Our tech tutors are here to assist you, answer your questions, and help you feel more comfortable with technology. We can address inquiries related to eMedia,......More

Please come prepared with any questions or tasks that our staff can help you with during our drop-in sessions. Our tech tutors are here to assist you, answer your questions, and help you feel more comfortable with technology. We can address inquiries related to eMedia, online resources, troubleshooting, and much more! Drop by for technology assistance!

New Parent Meetup: Tiny Sweater Weather

Did you welcome a new baby into your family in the last year? Got a cute and cozy tiny sweater for your little one to show off? Join us at the library for a casual baby playdate! Meet up with other new parents in the community and share stories and resources while your......More

Did you welcome a new baby into your family in the last year? Got a cute and cozy tiny sweater for your little one to show off? Join us at the library for a casual baby playdate! Meet up with other new parents in the community and share stories and resources while your child can play alongside other babies. We look forward to welcoming you and your little one for a fun session of conversation and play!

Family Storytime With Stay and Play!

Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for ......More

Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, where kids and their caregivers can practice interpersonal skills and have fun learning to share and socialize!

Maker Exploration for Families

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays an......More

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM

It's Sew Easy: Gift Bags

Interested in picking up the fun life-skill of sewing? Want to add a handmade touch to your gifts this year? Join us for our It's Sew Easy: Gift Bags program. Whether you're a beginner or experienced sewist this hands on project is perfect for all skill levels! Parti......More

Interested in picking up the fun life-skill of sewing? Want to add a handmade touch to your gifts this year? Join us for our It's Sew Easy: Gift Bags program. Whether you're a beginner or experienced sewist this hands on project is perfect for all skill levels! Participants aged 12 and younger are welcome to participate with caregiver supervision and assistance. Space is limited so please register at smcl.org/events to reserve your spot. Both sessions are identical so please register for only one class!

Baby Bounce Storytime With Stay and Play!

Bring your bouncing baby to our biweekly 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 o......More

Bring your bouncing baby to our biweekly 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 other children and caregivers.

3D Printing for Families

Come visit for a hour of 3D printing exploration with our 3D Printers. Print your own small project or customize pre-printed projects!

Noon Year’s Storytime Celebration With Curious George

Why wait to ring in the New Year? Our libraries are celebrating all week long! Join us for a very special Noon Year’s storytime party with songs and stories, craft activities, and more as we countdown to the New Year (midday style!) with our special guest, ......More

Why wait to ring in the New Year? Our libraries are celebrating all week long! Join us for a very special Noon Year’s storytime party with songs and stories, craft activities, and more as we countdown to the New Year (midday style!) with our special guest, Curious George!

Open Lab: Drop In Memory Lab

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cas......More

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cassettes 8mm and Super-8 film (no audio) 3.5" floppy disks (DOS or Windows format only) CD-R and DVD-R data discs