Maker Exploration

Thu · Sep 3·5:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Atherton, Makerspace, Atherton

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D printers, Laser Cutters, and more!

Fri · Sep 4·3 PM – 4:30 PM·Millbrae, Makerspace, Millbrae

Discover what you can create using our library’s maker tools! This drop-in program for all ages invites you to explore hands-on activities like jewelry making, button making, sticker making, Perler beads, 3D printing, and our Glowforge laser cutter—to name just a few. Activities rotate each week, so there’s always some…

Fri · Sep 4·3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Foster City, 3D Printers, Foster City

Discover our 3D printers and laser cutter with hands-on guidance from our Maker volunteers! 3D Printing: Learn Tinkercad and create your own printable design (20-minute print limit). Laser Cutting: Use our Glowforge to make a personalized acrylic charm (2" square size limit). Drop-ins are welcome as space and time allo…

Tue · Sep 8·4 PM – 5 PM·Atherton, Makerspace, Atherton

Join us weekly as we use our imagination and creativity to make art! This week, we’ll be building 3D stand-able trees (with a bit of engineering) that can support all the buttons you want to decorate your branches with! No registration required, as supplies last.

Tue · Sep 8·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Atherton, Children's Room, Atherton

Let's read, sing, sign, and rhyme together! Play together with your little one as we learn simple sign language and fun ways to fingerplay alongside our stories and music each week. This storytime welcomes all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyond! This event will be held in the children's room at th…

Tue · Sep 8·10:30 AM·Downtown Library, 1044 Middlefield Road Redwood City, California 94063

Drop in to use the Library’s sewing equipment: Baby Lock sewing machines, cutting pads, rulers, hand tools, and more. Never used a sewing machine before? Our staff and volunteers will be available to help you create your first project! In the Makerspace. For ages 16+ Sponsored by Friends of the Redwood City Public Libr…

Wed · Sep 9·4 PM – 5 PM·Atherton, Makerspace, Atherton

Join local artist Rachel-Anne Palacios to learn about these colorful spirit animals created in Oaxaca! Alebrijes are whimsical creatures carved from wood and colored with natural dyes. Create your own out of model magic, then add your own details with markers once it has fully dried.

Sat · Sep 12·10 AM – 5 PM·1000 , El Camino Real , Atherton , California , 94027

A free, all-ages afternoon on the Menlo College Quad — local art, regional wine, food trucks, and live jazz....

Sat · Sep 12·11 AM – 2 PM·Atherton, Makerspace, Atherton

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

Tue · Sep 8·6 PM·Downtown Library, 1044 Middlefield Road Redwood City, California 94063

¡Crea, elabora, colabora! ¡Un espacio abierto para crear, aprender y experimentar! Durante Tiempo de Creación, puedes usar el equipo del Espacio Maker para trabajar en tus propios proyectos, explorar nuevas ideas y recibir apoyo básico por parte del personal. Equipo disponible para usar durante el evento: Máquina de co…

Thu · Sep 3·10 AM – 2 PM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

Have you served in the military or know someone who has? Stop by the library to meet with the County Veterans Services Office. Their staff can provide consultations, referrals, and information on general issues and benefits. Get help navigating the VA system and make appointments to file claims. No appointment is neede…

Thu · Sep 3·10 AM – 11 AM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

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 strengt…

Thu · Sep 3·10 AM – 11:30 AM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

Learn English in this free in-person class taught by a certified instructor. We will learn and practice English, which will be helpful in your everyday life. Aprenda inglés en esta clase en persona gratuita enseñada por un instructor certificado. Aprenderemos y practicaremos inglés que le ayudará en su vida diaria.