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Attention all military veterans

VA Palo Alto Health Care Medical Outreach Team & Partners

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Offsite
Event Location: Offsite
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026

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Exploring All-Inclusive Care through PACE

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join the Center for Elders’ Independence to explore how PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) helps seniors 55+ with complex needs live safely at home.

author Kate Quinn

Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic: An Online Conversation with Kate Quinn

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
Event Location: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

You’re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book?

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Saturday Storytime

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
John Pappas Legacy Room (Whole) at Weekes Branch
Event Location: Weekes Branch
Room: John Pappas Legacy Room (Whole)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join a rotating cast of your favorite storytime librarians for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement! Your kids will have a blast while they develop early literacy and school readiness skills.

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Codeward Special Tween Edition: Program a Robot Dog!

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Digital Media Lab at Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Digital Media Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Technology
Registration Available
Event Details:

In this workshop, students aged 10-13 will build interest in robotics and gain experience in problem solving through working together to create a program to guide a robot dog through an obstacle course.

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Bird Brains

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community Education
Registration Available
Event Details:

Birds are some of the smartest animals in the world. They can use tools, solve complex problems, and exhibit emotional intelligence. Which species show particular brainpower, and what is it about their anatomy that makes them so smart?

Comienza Tu Negocio

Programa Presencial: Comienza Tu Negocio - Sesión 1

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Subdivided 1/2 (Room A) at Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Subdivided 1/2 (Room A)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Event Details:

TRANSFORMA TUS IDEAS EN UN NEGOCIO EXITOSO

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Mystery Book Club: Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

We read a mix of cozy mysteries, thrillers and sometimes, an unconventional mystery. Copies are available on a first come first served basis. 

Two meeting options:

dark gray background, white letters say mystery book club with an image of book cover of vera wong's guide to snooping

Mystery Book Club: Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
John Pappas Legacy Room (Whole) at Weekes Branch
Event Location: Weekes Branch
Room: John Pappas Legacy Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

We read a mix of cozy mysteries, thrillers and sometimes, an unconventional mystery. Copies are available on a first come first served basis. 

Two meeting options:

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Intro to Hexi Cardigan

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Learning Center at Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

Come hang out with your fellow crafty folks! Sticks & String is a group of folks who like to knit, crochet, tat, and do other things with sticks and string.

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Makerspace BY PRIOR RESERVATION ONLY

12:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library. For new makers and seasoned pros alike, equipment is available to use for free. 

Uke Can Do It! Ukulele Strum Along

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community Education
Event Details:

Come join us for a monthly Ukulele Strum Along!  Strummers of all ages and levels are welcome.

This is a BYOU (Bring Your Own Ukulele) Program.  If you don't have an ukulele, you can check one out just like a book!  

POTENTIAL CLOSURE FOR THANKSGIVING WEEK

All Day 11/23–11/25
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Downtown Library Study Rooms, Weekes Branch, Community Hub, Makerspace, Digital Media Lab, Online, Offsite, All Branches - Announcement

Bilingual Citizenship Small Group Tutoring

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Event Details:

We offer in-person bilingual tutoring for the Naturalization test in English & Spanish and English & Chinese.

Click the link below to register or to learn more.

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

All Day 11/26–11/28
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Downtown Library Study Rooms, Weekes Branch, Community Hub, Makerspace, Digital Media Lab, Online, Offsite, All Branches - Announcement

Online English Conversation Circle

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Online
Cancelled
Virtual Event
Event Location: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Community Education, Language Learning
Event Details:

Online English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English speaking skills.

Mobile Health Clinic

10:00am–3:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Offsite
Cancelled
Offsite Event
Event Location: Offsite
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The mobile health clinic offers free, friendly medical services for people without housing. The van typically visits the library on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.

Online English Conversation Circle

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Online
Virtual Event
Event Location: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Community Education, Language Learning
Event Details:

Online English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English speaking skills.

Makerspace Open Hours

2:00pm–6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library.

Open Sewing

4:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Registration Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Registration Available
Event Details:

Pants need hemming? Have a project you started but never finished? Register to use the library's sewing machines!

Bilingual Citizenship Small Group Tutoring

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Event Details:

We offer in-person bilingual tutoring for the Naturalization test in English & Spanish and English & Chinese.

Click the link below to register or to learn more.

English Conversation Circle—IN PERSON

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Weekes Branch
Event Location: Weekes Branch
Room: John Pappas Legacy Room (Whole)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation Circles are designed for adults looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English-speaking skills.

Small Group Citizenship Tutoring

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Community Education, Language Learning
Event Details:

We offer in-person tutoring for the Naturalization test in English, English & Spanish, and English & Chinese.

Click the link below to register or to learn more.

Community Hub: Health Services with La Familia

11:00am–2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Community Hub
Event Location: Community Hub
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Community Education, Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

La Familia offers information and referrals to HPN community clinicians, Cal Fresh, and Medi-Cal. They can connect you to prevention and early intervention services.

English Conversation Circle—IN PERSON

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation Circles are designed for adults looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English-speaking skills.

Makerspace Open Hours

12:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library.

Online English Conversation Circle

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Online
Virtual Event
Event Location: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Community Education, Language Learning
Event Details:

Online English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English speaking skills.

Basic English Class

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Language Learning
Event Details:

Basic English Class

When: Fridays at 10:30 AM
Where: Community Learning Center, 3rd Floor, Downtown Library

Yoga at the Library

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Available
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Whole (Rooms A and B)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Unlock energy, strength, and joy in this wellness-focused class led by certified instructor Iva Chu. 

Please arrive a few minutes early and dressed for stretching. Mats provided, but if you have your own, please bring it.

Book Sale

10:30am–3:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: New Leaf Bookstore
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Pop in to the New Leaf Bookstore on the first floor, across from the Children's Room, for some great deals!

All proceeds support library programs for kids, teens, and adults.

Makerspace BY PRIOR RESERVATION ONLY

12:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library. For new makers and seasoned pros alike, equipment is available to use for free. 

Online English Conversation Circle

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Online
Virtual Event
Event Location: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Bilingual, Community Education, Language Learning
Event Details:

Online English Conversation Circles are designed for adults who are looking for a supportive and fun environment to practice their English speaking skills.

Makerspace Open Hours

2:00pm–6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library.

YA Book Club for Adults

6:00pm–6:45pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Event Location: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room C (Medium Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Are you an adult (18 or older) who still loves to read teen/young adult (YA) literature? Join our YA Book Club for Adults! Each month we will read & discuss a YA book. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.