Happy Mid-Autumn! This year, Mid-Autumn takes place on Monday, September 24th! The Mid-Autumn Festival is honored all throughout Asia, celebrating family, harvest and the full moon. San Mateo County Libraries invite you to join us and celebrate with paper lantern-making, Chinese brush painting, Chinese Button Knot bracelet crafts, moon cakes, and more! We're also bringing…
National Beach Day
As summer starts to wind down, I’m dreaming of warm sand and cool blue waves cresting along a beach. I have many fond childhood memories of weekends spent under the sun swimming and snorkeling in the tropical shores of Guam. When my family moved to California, we spent many more weekends walking and having picnics…
Attention Banana Lovers
Are you bananas for bananas? Express your admiration for this tropical fruit on August 27th, Banana Lovers Day. Persistent Banana Rumors Every few years, I experience a jolt of panic when the news reports roll in again: "Bananas will go extinct within the next decade." Then I hop on Snopes and breathe a sigh of…
National Dog Day
Get your petting hands ready! National Dog Day is coming August 26th. On this day we honor our furry friends by recognizing the importance they have in our lives. In addition to giving love and companionship, dogs help us out in countless ways. They keep us safe as watchdogs, assist us as service animals, aid…
Hundreds Gathered for the New Half Moon Bay Library Grand Opening
Saturday, August 18, 2018 was filled with anticipation as the new Half Moon Bay Library opened its doors to the community for the first time. Hundreds gathered to see firsthand what the new library located at 620 Correas Street has to offer. Half Moon Bay Mayor Deborah Penrose delivered the opening remarks followed by words…
Spend National Relaxation Day at the Library
August 15th is National Relaxation Day! Relaxation helps us recharge, relieve stress, and recollect our thoughts after long days. This can be achieved through different activities ranging from exercising to winding down with a good book. Celebrate National Relaxation Day at a San Mateo County Libraries location. Here are some library events to help you…
National S’mores Day
August 10th is National S’Mores Day! I thought I would honor National S’mores Day by counting down my top three favorite summer moments that included (of course!) making s’mores. #3 Great America Unlike my other experiences this summer, which were with my entire family, this trip to Great America on an unassuming Wednesday afternoon in…
Doctor Who Series 11 Coming Fall 2018
Changes to the Doctor Who Series Peter Capaldi has put away his sonic sunglasses and has given the key to the TARDIS to Jodie Whittaker, who will play the 13th incarnation of the Doctor. Whittaker made her trailer debut during the Doctor Who panel at Comic Con 2018. This is the first time we have…
Summer Learning Challenge Instagram Giveaway: July Winners
Midway through the Summer Learning Challenge, during the month of July, we asked our Instagram followers to think up their funniest captions to four images we posted weekly on our feed. With so many clever submissions, it was truly difficult to choose a winner each week. Take a look at some of the highlights and…
Paris: City of Love, and Toes!
Mark your calendars: August 6 is National Wiggle Your Toes Day. Though the origin of this holiday is unknown, its purpose is to show off your toes by wearing sandals or going barefoot. Make it a sensational day by stepping into fresh cut grass or the warm sands of your favorite beach. Or...take a trip…
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