HIP Housing Calendar Art Display

HIP Housing’s Annual Calendar features artwork from children across San Mateo County describing what home means to them. Since 2001 HIP Housing's calendars have recognized young artists across the Peninsula while a......More

HIP Housing’s Annual Calendar features artwork from children across San Mateo County describing what home means to them. Since 2001 HIP Housing's calendars have recognized young artists across the Peninsula while also bringing warmth to thousands of homes. Now, in partnership with the SMCL, the works of these young artists are coming to a branch near you! From April 1 - May 28, the HIP Housing Calendar Art Display will make its way to San Mateo County Libraries. Featured in the display are 13 illustrations from the 2024 Calendar, along with information about HIP Housing and the affordable housing programs offered by the local non-profit. Information about how to enter the upcoming 2025 contest will also be available. Come visit to view the artwork of 2024 winners and find out what home means to them!

Tech Tutor Drop-In

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments or adding new contacts, fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and r......More

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments or adding new contacts, fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and ready to conquer the digital world! Please note, sessions are limited to 10 minutes.

Baby Bounce

Centered around parent/caregiver-child interactions, this storytime is for newborns and babies up to 18 months old. Please join us for rhymes, lap bounces, singing, and a story. Capacity limits may apply.

Sew Easy! (Scrap Decor)

Discover the art of sewing! This program is perfect for beginners and sewing enthusiasts alike. Join us for a fun and creative journey as we explore the timeless craft of hand stitching and machine sewing. Learn essential sewing techniques, explore various stitches, an......More

Discover the art of sewing! This program is perfect for beginners and sewing enthusiasts alike. Join us for a fun and creative journey as we explore the timeless craft of hand stitching and machine sewing. Learn essential sewing techniques, explore various stitches, and embark on exciting projects that range from simple repairs to beautiful, handcrafted creations.

Friday Fun

Join us after school for a Friday filled with board game fun and hands-on arts and crafts! This program is part of Power Up Afternoons, our after-school events for school-aged youth. However, adults are also welcome to drop in and experience Maker Mingle.

Tech Tutor Drop-In

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments or adding new contacts, fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and r......More

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments or adding new contacts, fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and ready to conquer the digital world! Please note, sessions are limited to 10 minutes.

Anything Goes Book Club

Do you love to read and talk about books? If so, then please join us at the San Carlos Library for our "Anything Goes" book club! On the first Wednesday of each month, at 10:30 AM, we will gather and discuss a chosen work of fiction or non-fiction. For our May session,......More

Do you love to read and talk about books? If so, then please join us at the San Carlos Library for our "Anything Goes" book club! On the first Wednesday of each month, at 10:30 AM, we will gather and discuss a chosen work of fiction or non-fiction. For our May session, we will be reading and discussing The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis.

Siva Sasa: A Samoan Village Dance Workshop

In honor of AAPI Heritage month, we're excited to partner with local non-profit organization Samoan Solutions to offer Siva Sasa. Facilitated by Aaliyah Aumavae, participants can expect to learn about this traditional Samoan dance through Samoan language, movements a......More

In honor of AAPI Heritage month, we're excited to partner with local non-profit organization Samoan Solutions to offer Siva Sasa. Facilitated by Aaliyah Aumavae, participants can expect to learn about this traditional Samoan dance through Samoan language, movements and music. Aaliyah will facilitate basic-level choreography development to create your library's very own Siva Sasa. Open to all fitness levels, modifications to accommodate everyone. Registration is required.

Twin Pines Book Group

Connect with others over lively conversation while we adventure together, through our reading choices ~ In May, we'll be discussing two short books: The Sound of A Wild Snail Eating by Elisabe......More

Connect with others over lively conversation while we adventure together, through our reading choices ~ In May, we'll be discussing two short books: The Sound of A Wild Snail Eating by Elisabeth Tova Bailey "An exquisite meditation on the restorative connection between nature and humans…as richly layered as the soil she lays down in the snail's terrarium: loamy, potent, and regenerative." The Huffington Post & The Hummingbirds' Gift by Sy Montgomery “A hummingbird book that’s like them—zippy and fun. It will warm your heart while making you into an armchair ornithologist.” Associated Press “Montgomery stirs renewed appreciation for human empathy, skill, and wonder of a miraculous winged species.” Contact Belmont Library at 1-833-YES-SMCL if you have any questions or to grab a copy of our current selections. Hope to see you May 2nd!

In-Person English Conversation Club

Improve your English and make new friends! Practice your speaking skills with fluent speakers and other English language learners in a small group at the San Carlos Library.Open to all skill levels. For adults ages 18 and over. Capacity limits may apply. 

Tech Tutor Drop-In

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments or adding new contacts, fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and r......More

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments or adding new contacts, fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and ready to conquer the digital world! Please note, sessions are limited to 10 minutes.

Sing, Dance, Play With Charity Kahn

Join award-winning family musician and teaching artist Charity Kahn (of "Charity and the JAMband") for a highly interactive, joyful, playful and unique musical experience that will inspire your children (and you!) to sing, dance, stretch, breathe and imagine. Charity w......More

Join award-winning family musician and teaching artist Charity Kahn (of "Charity and the JAMband") for a highly interactive, joyful, playful and unique musical experience that will inspire your children (and you!) to sing, dance, stretch, breathe and imagine. Charity weaves music, movement and mindfulness into a 45-minute experience integrating melody, rhythm and rhyme with themes like kindness, peace, love and celebration of all life. Other side benefits: early literacy, sensory-motor integration, healthy brain development, social-emotional learning, laughter, bonding and fun. Come join the JAM! For more info, visit www.jamjamjam.com. This storytime will replace our weekly Baby Bounce. All ages welcome.

Sew Easy! (Open Machine Sewing)

Discover the art of sewing! This program is perfect for beginners and sewing enthusiasts alike. Join us for a fun and creative journey as we explore the timeless craft of hand stitching and machine sewing. Learn essential sewing techniques, explore various stitches, an......More

Discover the art of sewing! This program is perfect for beginners and sewing enthusiasts alike. Join us for a fun and creative journey as we explore the timeless craft of hand stitching and machine sewing. Learn essential sewing techniques, explore various stitches, and embark on exciting projects that range from simple repairs to beautiful, handcrafted creations.

Friday Fun

Join us after school for a Friday filled with board game fun and hands-on arts and crafts! This program is part of Power Up Afternoons, our after-school events for school-aged youth. However, adults are also welcome to drop in and experience Maker Mingle.

Checkmate

Know your rook from your knight? Drop in this hour to learn the strategic game of chess, and challenge yourself and an opponent. Basic instruction, chessboards and sets will be provided. All levels, from beginner to Grandmaster, are invited to play! This program is ......More

Know your rook from your knight? Drop in this hour to learn the strategic game of chess, and challenge yourself and an opponent. Basic instruction, chessboards and sets will be provided. All levels, from beginner to Grandmaster, are invited to play! This program is for youth, best for ages 7 and older.