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Have you ever picked up a book only to realize… it might not be the book for you? Maybe it's time to DNF.

We celebrate Native American Heritage Month with stories about the rich culture, historical impact and contributions of Native Americans.

Find your next favorite recipe with these Autumn-inspired cookbooks.

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

Stay tech-savvy this holiday season with help from San Mateo County Libraries! Get tips, attend workshops or meet with a Tech Tutor today.

To commemorate Native American Heritage Month this November, we have gathered this list of moving and powerful books by Indigenous authors.

Ready to make a difference? Apply to become an Adult Literacy Tutor and connect with our learners while supporting their learning journey.

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

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

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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