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Youth & Families
Explore resources, activities, author events and more for kids, teens, and families from the comfort of your home.
It’s Giving Rainbow: Teen Picks for Pride Month
Celebrate LGBTQ+ identities with a lineup of stories that slay!
From Nancy Drew to Scooby Doo: Mystery Books for Kids
Enjoy these classic mysteries for kids, perfect for summer reading.
Shine Bright, Read with Pride! 2025 Pride Picks for Kids
Here are some of our favorite picture books to get kids and families into the spirit of Pride!
It’s Giving Rainbow: Teen Picks for Pride Month
Celebrate LGBTQ+ identities with a lineup of stories that slay!
From Nancy Drew to Scooby Doo: Mystery Books for Kids
Enjoy these classic mysteries for kids, perfect for summer reading.
Shine Bright, Read with Pride! 2025 Pride Picks for Kids
Here are some of our favorite picture books to get kids and families into the spirit of Pride!
Adults & Seniors
Discover new ways to stay connected with your favorite authors and musicians, or learn a new language or fun hobby.
Volunteer Info Sessions: Help Tutor Adult Learners!
Discover how you can support an adult learner in reaching their literacy goals at one of our volunteer information sessions this June.
Love, Pride & Stories That Shape Us: Pride Picks for Adults
Celebrate LGBTQ+ voices with this staff collection of adult reads. These titles explore themes of love, identity, resilience and joy.
Know Your Rights: Immigration Resources
Know your rights and stay prepared. Resources available in the County of San Mateo can help you make a plan and find support.
Volunteer Info Sessions: Help Tutor Adult Learners!
Discover how you can support an adult learner in reaching their literacy goals at one of our volunteer information sessions this June.
Love, Pride & Stories That Shape Us: Pride Picks for Adults
Celebrate LGBTQ+ voices with this staff collection of adult reads. These titles explore themes of love, identity, resilience and joy.
Know Your Rights: Immigration Resources
Know your rights and stay prepared. Resources available in the County of San Mateo can help you make a plan and find support.
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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.
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.
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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