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Youth & Families

Explore resources, activities, author events and more for kids, teens, and families from the comfort of your home.

Kids List for SWANA Heritage Month

April is Southwest Asia & North African Heritage Month! Learn more about the many experiences, stories and cultures of this region.

Celebrate Earth Month at San Mateo County Libraries

Learn about sustainability and conservation through our engaging, all ages programming for Earth Month this April!

Teen Books for SWANA Heritage Month

These books will take you on a journey through the diverse landscapes and experiences of the SWANA region. Dive in and explore!

Adults & Seniors

Discover new ways to stay connected with your favorite authors and musicians, or learn a new language or fun hobby.

Celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility

March 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility! Learn more about this special holiday and observance.

Adult Books for SWANA Heritage Month

Discover a compelling collection of literature from the Southwest Asian and North African regions, featuring diverse voices and stories.

55+ Field Trips: Filoli, Marine Mammal Center and Pie Ranch!

Are you 55+? Hit the road with us for field trips to Filoli Gardens, the Marine Mammal Center and Pie Ranch!

Explore More

Explore More with our resources for teacher & students, jobs & careers, ESL, poetry, etc.

Adult Learning Resources

San Mateo County Libraries offers free adult learning resources, including English classes, tutoring, citizenship prep & more. Start today!

Jobs & Career Resources

Browse through our resources and tools to help you in your next job search or push your education further.

Teacher & Student Resources

Collection of online resources, like online tutoring or book discussion guides, and helpful information on distance learning.

Get Crafting With Creativebug

Learn how to sew, paint, crochet and more with over 5,000 online classes taught by artists and designers.

Read The New York Times Online

24-hour complimentary, unlimited access pass to the full edition of The New York Times online and eligible apps.

Watch Free Movies With Kanopy

Watch a movie or documentary for free with Kanopy—there's over 30,000 titles to choose from!

Manage Stress With the Calm App

Calm is an online service that provides guided meditations, courses, stories, music and other tools to manage stress and mental health.

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