Ab-SEW-lute Beginners

Basic sewing setup and use instructions for those with little to no experience! Plus, a simple craft project. Children are welcome to participate with adult caregivers present. Return participant? Feel free to arrive at 2:30 PM, when the craft portion begins. One signu......More

Basic sewing setup and use instructions for those with little to no experience! Plus, a simple craft project. Children are welcome to participate with adult caregivers present. Return participant? Feel free to arrive at 2:30 PM, when the craft portion begins. One signup per party, with members sharing a machine. Limited sewing machine availability. REGISTER HERE

Tò He Making Workshop with Chopsticks Alley Art

Learn about making Tò He, a traditional Vietnamese toy figurine, and create versions using polymer clay! Join us for a program that combines mindfulness, music, and heritage-based artmaking. This program is intended for children, tweens, teens, and families.

Spanish Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingue

Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along. Capacity limits may apply. ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le enca......More

Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along. Capacity limits may apply. ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos. Pueden aplicarse límites de capacidad. 

Paws for Tales

Do you have a reluctant reader? Sign your child up to have their own 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 ......More

Do you have a reluctant reader? Sign your child up to have their own 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. Registration is required and space is limited, so register early for your 10-minute slot.

Family Storytime

Come along on an imaginary adventure for Family Storytime. Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups.

Baby Bounce Storytime

Baby storytime centers around parent/caregiver-child interactions. This storytime is developmentally appropriate for newborns and babies up to 18 months old. Please join us for rhymes, lap bounces, singing, instruments and a book or two. 

Bookmobile Stop

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Check us out! The Bookmobile extends full library services to residents in rural areas. We have books, DVDs, and the Library of Things. Materials are available in English and other languages for children and adults. Come visit us!

3D Print and Paint

Join us for a fun afternoon of painting 3D printed models! 3D printing is one of our most popular activities here at the library, and now you have the chance to paint what you print! If you don't have a printed model, don't worry. We have a bunch to give out while supp......More

Join us for a fun afternoon of painting 3D printed models! 3D printing is one of our most popular activities here at the library, and now you have the chance to paint what you print! If you don't have a printed model, don't worry. We have a bunch to give out while supplies last!

Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing

The Restorative Yoga and Sound Healing event is designed to provide space for you to slow down, relax, rest, and replenish yourself. In Restorative Yoga, poses are made comfortable with the support of props and held for long periods to allow for the relaxation of your ......More

The Restorative Yoga and Sound Healing event is designed to provide space for you to slow down, relax, rest, and replenish yourself. In Restorative Yoga, poses are made comfortable with the support of props and held for long periods to allow for the relaxation of your mind and body. A sound bath accompanies these supportive poses. Singing bowls enhance this practice and are also played on the body to further relax your emotional and physical well-being. This class starts with centering, then gentle stretching, and incorporates mindfulness techniques into each restorative pose. No prior yoga experience is necessary. To make this program available to the widest audience possible, and to accommodate our waitlist, please only register at one community library for this program series.

Tai Chi

Chen-style Taijiquan (Tai Chi) is widely acknowledged as the ancestor of all other styles of Taijiquan. This class will introduce the Chen-style Taijiquan form, Silk-reeling exercises and Wuji Qigong. The Chen-style Taijiquan form is soft and graceful with strong roote......More

Chen-style Taijiquan (Tai Chi) is widely acknowledged as the ancestor of all other styles of Taijiquan. This class will introduce the Chen-style Taijiquan form, Silk-reeling exercises and Wuji Qigong. The Chen-style Taijiquan form is soft and graceful with strong rooted stands that will help students to develop strength, balance, coordination and an understanding of basic Taiji principles. Silk-reeling exercises are a series of spiral movements that promote muscle relaxation and flexibility by reducing physical tension and strain. Wuji Qigong (standing meditation) will help students cultivate internal energy (qi) with proper body alignment for better internal energy flow, enhancing their immune systems and reducing physical and mental stress.

Mahjong

Come join our dedicated Mahjong group! Whether you're a seasoned player or just learned the basics, all are welcome to enjoy a fun and friendly session of mahjong. We play non-competitive Hong Kong mahjong with California scoring. Come play and connect over tiles!

Lego Club

Join us on Fridays for LEGO Club! Relax in the afternoon and flex your creativity and architectural skills by building with LEGOs.

Dungeons & Dragons

Have you ever wanted to be the hero of your own story? Join us for an exciting Dungeons and Dragons adventure at Portola Valley and live out the fantasy! This program is aimed at kids who want to take on the role of brave adventurers and exercise their creativity. No ......More

Have you ever wanted to be the hero of your own story? Join us for an exciting Dungeons and Dragons adventure at Portola Valley and live out the fantasy! This program is aimed at kids who want to take on the role of brave adventurers and exercise their creativity. No experience with D&D? No problem! All the books and dice will be provided by your friendly Dungeon Master!

Spanish Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingue

Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along. Capacity limits may apply. ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le enca......More

Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along. Capacity limits may apply. ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos. Pueden aplicarse límites de capacidad. 

Mastering YouTube

Welcome to YouTube 101, your passport to the world of online video content! Whether you're an aspiring content creator or simply looking to explore the vast world of YouTube, this introductory class is designed to get you started on your YouTube journey. In this intro......More

Welcome to YouTube 101, your passport to the world of online video content! Whether you're an aspiring content creator or simply looking to explore the vast world of YouTube, this introductory class is designed to get you started on your YouTube journey. In this introductory class, we'll help you unlock the full potential of this popular platform for discovering, watching, and enjoying online videos. Learn how to create and customize your YouTube account, making it tailored to your preferences. Discover how to subscribe to channels and stay updated with your favorite content creators. We'll explore the YouTube homepage, subscriptions feed, and trending videos, helping you find a wide variety of content that interests you. Dive into the world of video search, using keywords and filters to pinpoint the videos you're looking for. Discover how to create and organize playlists, enabling you to curate your own video collections and share them with others. Explore the "Watch Later" feature to queue up videos for future viewing. Learn about video quality settings, closed captions, and how to engage with the YouTube community through likes, comments, and sharing. By the end of this class, you'll be a proficient YouTube user, equipped with the skills to find, organize, and enjoy videos that cater to your interests and preferences. The class is limited to the first 10 students.