Kid-friendly events, parks & more.
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes..
We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families of high school juniors, sophomores, and freshmen better understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate today’s changing landscape. The session will cover current admissions trends and strategies, the evolving test...
Free art museum with 38,000+ works spanning 5,000 years. Rodin Sculpture Garden with 20 bronze casts. Rotating exhibitions.
Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market is a farmers market in Palo Alto, CA.
Palo Alto Downtown Branch is a public branch library in Palo Alto, CA. Open 1,392 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 9,046 square feet.
Largest undeveloped marshland on the SF Bay with 15 miles of trails, a duck pond, and the Lucy Evans Nature Center. Excellent birding.
Vibrant downtown with 200+ restaurants and shops, Stanford Theatre (classic films), and the iconic HP Garage birthplace of Silicon Valley.
California Avenue Farmers' Market is a farmers market in Palo Alto, CA. Products: Organic (USDA Certified). Accepts: WIC; SNAP; Accept EBT at a central location.
Little hands, big creativity! Join us to paint rocks and share tons of bright, colorful fun. Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be offered while supplies last and as seating capacity allows, so we encourage guests to...
Please join us to hear student musicians from the Palo Alto School of Chamber Music. Read more about Palo Alto School of Chamber Music on their website, www.schoolofchambermusic.com . You don't need to register, but registering means you will receive a reminder email the day before.
Join us for a guided meditation experience with Sara. Welcome to all experience levels. This will be a seated meditation session that lasts about 30 minutes.
Join us for a monthly meetup designed for intermediate and advanced photographers hosted by Matthew TW Huang . Whether you're into portrait, landscape, or any other type of photography, all are welcome! Each session will feature discussions on techniques, tips for improving your craft, and other...
Beautiful campus open to the public with Memorial Church, Main Quad, Hoover Tower, Cantor Arts Center, and the Dish hiking trail.
Palo Alto Children`S Library is a public branch library in Palo Alto, CA. Open 1,392 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 6,043 square feet.
Paint-your-own pottery studio with walk-in ceramic painting.
Va Palo Alto Farmers Market is a farmers market in Palo Alto, CA.
Need help with your phone or tablet? Want to set up an email account? Want to check out our digital resources? No need to schedule an appointment, just come on in. Tech help is limited. We cannot do computer repair. ADA Accommodation Request | Solicitud de Adaptación ADA
Join Señorita Juliana for Bilingual Family Storytime at the College Terrace Library! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities in Spanish and English. Storytime may be held indoors or outdoors depending on the weather. Follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs, and rhymes, including..
Mitchell Park Branch is a public branch library in Palo Alto, CA. Open 2,432 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 41,000 square feet.
Join us for a preview of the San Francisco Opera's upcoming performance of Elektra by Richard Strauss . Soprano and musicologist Rebecca Plack is Professor of Opera Studies and Music History at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music; she has also taught at the Vancouver International Song...
Largest tract of undeveloped marshland in the SF Bay. 15 miles of trails for hiking and biking, bird watching, duck pond, and the Baylands Interpretive Center.
We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation! In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because...
Join us for another session of the Teen Writer’s Circle! Share your work, receive feedback, and connect with fellow teen writers in a supportive environment. We host interactive activities, engaging discussions, and peer feedback sessions to help each other grow. Our group is always evolving, and...
Newly rebuilt museum and zoo with interactive STEM exhibits, live animals, outdoor nature play area, and a maker space. Ages 0-10.
Make a bright ice cream cone using shredded tissue paper, glue, and other materials. Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time. While registration isn’t required and...
Protect yourself and your loved ones by learning your constitutional rights during interactions with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), civil rights, and employment rights. During this information session, an attorney working with the Day Worker Center of Mountain View will provide a know...
Rinconada Library is located across from the Palo Alto Art Center. Besides the regular collection, the library is also the home of the Local Interest Collection.
Mitchell Park Library is part of a new joint library & community center facility, serving diverse community needs. The lively space includes public art and supports a wide array of library programming. Mitchell Park Library is a Leadership in Engineering and Environmental Design (LEED) certified bui
Join Librarian Juliana on Saturdays from 11:00–11:30 AM at Mitchell Park Library for Family Storytime! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an...
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an...
Description Repair Café Silicon Valley will be at Palo Alto City Library offering free repairs and repair advice. This community service organization is dedicated to encouraging the repair and reuse of goods. Repair Cafe will bring tools, materials, and volunteer experts to help you make any...
Please join us to hear student musicians from the Palo Alto School of Chamber Music. Read more about Palo Alto School of Chamber Music on their website, www.schoolofchambermusic.com . You don't need to register, but registering means you will receive a reminder email the day before.
We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families of high school juniors, sophomores, and freshmen better understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate today’s changing landscape. The session will cover current admissions trends and strategies, the evolving test...
We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation! In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because...
College Terrace Library was built in 1936 and is housed in a building designed by local architect, Charles K. Sumner.
Come and improve your mental and physical health in mindfulness meditation sessions led by Phuong Pham. Each session is 45 minutes of sitting and/or walking meditation followed by 15 minutes of group sharing and Q&A. It is open to all levels of experience and no registration is required....
Create a beautiful weaving with yarn and plastic needle on a cardboard loom. Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time. While registration isn’t required and doesn't...
It is time once again for the Elizabeth Stewart Writing Contest in honor of the late Miss Liz, who was a remarkable Youth Services Librarian here at Palo Alto City Library. Kids and Teens grades 3-12 are invited to participate. A virtual awards ceremony for all participants will be held in May....
Join us for Tai Chi sessions with Nelson Ng! In this weekly class, participants will learn the basic principles and the philosophy behind Tai Chi, gaining flexibility and a better sense of balance through slow, gentle movement. Nelson started learning Chen's Tai Chi in 1989 from Master Gene Chen,...
Are you getting ready to apply for Medicare and are confused by the different plans to choose from? Join Sandra Karol, MS, RDMS, RVT, for a monthly workshop and learn more about the different plans that will work best for you and your family. Please register directly with Sandy at...
Sound Impact! returns to Palo Alto for another music education program for children, so break out your jazz hands! Library patrons who remember their concert here four years ago asked for their return of this delightful child-oriented program. Registration isn't required but means you will receive..
Built in 1940, the Children's Library was the first freestanding library in the United States intended solely for children. The Children's Library serves children from birth through 5th grade in a fun and inviting garden setting. Computers are available for ages 11 and under.
Join us for a guided meditation experience with Sara. Welcome to all experience levels. This will be a seated meditation session that lasts about 30 minutes.
Our monthlong celebration of birds begins with a special focus on migration and bird safety. Craft window clings to keep our flying friends safe from bird strike while watching "Building for Birds" and "Puffling Patrol," two short episodes from Tangled Bank Studio's award winning "Wild Hope" series.
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