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Jazz in the Library

Embrace the spirit, insight, and beauty of Jazz, with an array of musicians, all blessed with an abundance of talent.

“Changemakers” Exhibit Debuts in San…

San Mateo County Libraries is thrilled to partner with San Francisco Public Library in the creation of the “Changemakers” Exhibit to…

Make It March at the Library

Join us all month long at the San Mateo County Libraries in celebrating Make It March! We have a wide variety of awesome maker programs…

Extra! Extra! Read The New York Times…

San Mateo County Libraries patrons now have access to the full edition of The New York Times without a subscription. You can find all…

Come and Celebrate Women’s History…

Since 1995, March has been Women’s History Month in the United States! During this time, we observe and acknowledge, as well as empower…

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Teens

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Basketball Books Basketball Books

By Karen
Lately, I've been reading lots of basketball books--not really on purpose, there just happen to be so many great ones out there right…
Lately, I've been reading lots of basketball books--not really on purpose, there just happen to be so many great ones out there right…
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11th Annual Teen Film Festival Screening 11th Annual Teen Film Festival Screening

By Nicole
We are happy to announce the screening of new short films created and submitted by teens of San Mateo County for the 11th Annual Teen Film…
We are happy to announce the screening of new short films created and submitted by teens of San Mateo County for the 11th Annual Teen Film…
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Jason Derulo x David Guetta - Goodbye… Jason Derulo x David Guetta - Goodbye…

By Cdelrio
Holy Smokes! The song is called "Goodbye" but I think it’s meant as an oxymoron! Hee hee, the song makes every cell in your body want to...
Holy Smokes! The song is called "Goodbye" but I think it’s meant as an oxymoron! Hee hee, the song makes every cell in your body want to...
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Sixteen Again: RIP Pete Shelley Sixteen Again: RIP Pete Shelley

By Karen
Pete Shelley, lead singer of the '70s British punk band, the Buzzcocks has passed away. And it makes me feel sixteen again. Okay, so…
Pete Shelley, lead singer of the '70s British punk band, the Buzzcocks has passed away. And it makes me feel sixteen again. Okay, so…
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Learn to Code Learn to Code

You decide what coding you want to work on and we'll provide a learning environment, and community support; bring your own device or use...
You decide what coding you want to work on and we'll provide a learning environment, and community support; bring your own device or use...
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Kids & Families

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National Umbrella Month is Here! National Umbrella Month is Here!

By Karen
It's been raining, it's been pouring--very apt: March is National Umbrella Month! So Many Types, so Many Places to Lose Them When I think...
It's been raining, it's been pouring--very apt: March is National Umbrella Month! So Many Types, so Many Places to Lose Them When I think...
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Celebrate Pi Day! Celebrate Pi Day!

By Nicole
Pi Day celebrates the mathematical constant π (3.14159...) on March 14th but you don't need to be a mathematician to celebrate! Various...
Pi Day celebrates the mathematical constant π (3.14159...) on March 14th but you don't need to be a mathematician to celebrate! Various...
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Dr. Seuss's Birthday Dr. Seuss's Birthday

By Nicole
Who Is Ted Geisel? You may actually know him better as Dr. Seuss, born on March 2nd, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. He became a…
Who Is Ted Geisel? You may actually know him better as Dr. Seuss, born on March 2nd, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. He became a…
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International Polar Bear Day International Polar Bear Day

By Karen
Wednesday, February 27th is International Polar Bear day, a time for us all to consider polar bears and the struggles they encounter as…
Wednesday, February 27th is International Polar Bear day, a time for us all to consider polar bears and the struggles they encounter as…
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Try-It Truck From Bay Area Discovery… Try-It Truck From Bay Area Discovery…

Join us for a visit from the Bay Area Discovery Museum's Try-It Truck! Get hands-on with both low-tech and high-tech tools. Learn about…
Join us for a visit from the Bay Area Discovery Museum's Try-It Truck! Get hands-on with both low-tech and high-tech tools. Learn about…
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Adults

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Celebrate Women in Science for Women’s… Celebrate Women in Science for Women’s…

By Jsmith
As someone who received their B.S. in biology from UC Davis, I have always been fascinated with science. I read extensively about…
As someone who received their B.S. in biology from UC Davis, I have always been fascinated with science. I read extensively about…
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2018 Grammy Winner Leon Bridges 2018 Grammy Winner Leon Bridges

By Carmen
These rainy days often put me in the mood for soulful music. I just want to curl up with a big blanket and sit by the window watching the…
These rainy days often put me in the mood for soulful music. I just want to curl up with a big blanket and sit by the window watching the…
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Income Tax Preparation Assistance at… Income Tax Preparation Assistance at…

Free in-person tax preparation by income tax assistance volunteers (VITA), sponsored by AARP Foundation Tax-Aide.
Free in-person tax preparation by income tax assistance volunteers (VITA), sponsored by AARP Foundation Tax-Aide.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2019

By Karen
New inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame have been announced! The Class of 2019 The Cure, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Roxy Music,…
New inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame have been announced! The Class of 2019 The Cure, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Roxy Music,…
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Author Visits With Congresswoman Jackie… Author Visits With Congresswoman Jackie…

By Lorie
Congresswoman Jackie Speier Author Visit and Book Signing Saturday, February 9th Belmont Library at 10:00 AM Half Moon Bay Library at 3:00…
Congresswoman Jackie Speier Author Visit and Book Signing Saturday, February 9th Belmont Library at 10:00 AM Half Moon Bay Library at 3:00…
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Digital Content

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Stream Award-Winning Movies With Your… Stream Award-Winning Movies With Your…

San Mateo County patrons now have access to more than 30,000 films for free through Kanopy! All you need is your library card to watch award
San Mateo County patrons now have access to more than 30,000 films for free through Kanopy! All you need is your library card to watch award
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Enjoy eMagazines Anywhere Enjoy eMagazines Anywhere

Enjoy unlimited digital access to leading magazines on your mobile device anywhere you go.
Enjoy unlimited digital access to leading magazines on your mobile device anywhere you go.
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Enjoy movies, music, eBooks and more on… Enjoy movies, music, eBooks and more on…

Instantly access eAudiobooks, Movies, Music, Comics, eBooks and Television shows using portable devices like smartphones and tablets, as…
Instantly access eAudiobooks, Movies, Music, Comics, eBooks and Television shows using portable devices like smartphones and tablets, as…
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Download Free Music With Freegal Download Free Music With Freegal

Freegal Music is a downloadable and streaming music service which provides access to the Sony Music Entertainment catalog of artists.
Freegal Music is a downloadable and streaming music service which provides access to the Sony Music Entertainment catalog of artists.
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Visit Museums & Attractions Free Visit Museums & Attractions Free

Print passes for museums and attractions throughout the Bay Area, such as the Asian Art Museum, Oakland Zoo, Cartoon Art Museum, and many…
Print passes for museums and attractions throughout the Bay Area, such as the Asian Art Museum, Oakland Zoo, Cartoon Art Museum, and many…
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Get Live Homework HelpNow! Get Live Homework HelpNow!

Connect live with an expert tutor for homework help in English & Spanish, seven days a week from 1 PM – 10 PM.
Connect live with an expert tutor for homework help in English & Spanish, seven days a week from 1 PM – 10 PM.
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Chinese/Japanese eMagazines (Kono) Chinese/Japanese eMagazines (Kono)

Get eMagazines from Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan delivered to you instantly! Browse current popular magazines on your computer, tablet, or…
Get eMagazines from Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan delivered to you instantly! Browse current popular magazines on your computer, tablet, or…
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Chinese eMagazines (Qikan) 中文電子雜誌 (期 刊) Chinese eMagazines (Qikan) 中文電子雜誌 (期 刊)

Explore 100 current, popular Chinese language magazines published in China anytime/anywhere—on your computer, tablet or smartphone in…
Explore 100 current, popular Chinese language magazines published in China anytime/anywhere—on your computer, tablet or smartphone in…
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Learn With Lynda.com Learn With Lynda.com

Provides a vast library of streaming online instructional videos covering business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve...
Provides a vast library of streaming online instructional videos covering business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve...
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Become Fluent in a New Language Become Fluent in a New Language

Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin, Korean & more.
Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin, Korean & more.
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Enjoy Local Newspapers Online Enjoy Local Newspapers Online

Read online versions of the San Francisco Chronicle, San Mateo County Times , San Jose Mercury News, Half Moon Bay Review and more.
Read online versions of the San Francisco Chronicle, San Mateo County Times , San Jose Mercury News, Half Moon Bay Review and more.
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Get A Diploma Online Get A Diploma Online

We offer a fully accredited online high school diploma and career certification program through Career Online High School (COHS). COHS is…
We offer a fully accredited online high school diploma and career certification program through Career Online High School (COHS). COHS is av…

Library News

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Half Moon Bay Library Wins Green… Half Moon Bay Library Wins Green…

By Kwoods
San Mateo County Libraries are excited to announce that our new Half Moon Bay Library has won an award for sustainability.
San Mateo County Libraries are excited to announce that our new Half Moon Bay Library has won an award for sustainability.
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Portable Battery Chargers Now Available Portable Battery Chargers Now Available

By JC
Who’s got the power? The power to charge two phones at the same time? The power to fully charge 4 devices on a single charge? The power to…
Who’s got the power? The power to charge two phones at the same time? The power to fully charge 4 devices on a single charge? The power to…
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San Francisco Chronicle Online… San Francisco Chronicle Online…

By Ginny
Library users now have access to the full image version of the San Francisco Chronicle online. All you need is your library card to access…
Library users now have access to the full image version of the San Francisco Chronicle online. All you need is your library card to access…
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Automatic Renewals Now Available Automatic Renewals Now Available

By Lorie
Still haven't found out who the murderer is in your favorite new suspense thriller? Had to postpone movie night and need to return that...
Still haven't found out who the murderer is in your favorite new suspense thriller? Had to postpone movie night and need to return that...
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Closing the Word Gap With “Talk, Read,… Closing the Word Gap With “Talk, Read,…

By Silvia
In spring of 2015, we began our partnership with the LENA Research Foundation through the "Talk, Read, Sing" program, to help us reach…
In spring of 2015, we began our partnership with the LENA Research Foundation through the "Talk, Read, Sing" program, to help us reach...
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