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Featured Blogs
Youth & Families
Explore resources, activities, author events and more for kids, teens, and families from the comfort of your home.
Let it Snow! Winter Books for Kids
Snow is something to be enjoyed in winter. We've picked kids books across a few languages celebrating snow.
Your Top Teen Picks for 2023
Find out the top read teen books at San Mateo County Libraries in 2023. This year was a big win for first romances, fantasy and identity.
Your Top Kids Picks for 2023
We love to know what you love to read! Here's the top 10 most checked-out items from our children's collection for 2023.
Adults & Seniors
Discover new ways to stay connected with your favorite authors and musicians, or learn a new language or fun hobby.
Your Top Adult Picks for 2023
Our community read a lot in 2023. From romances, to memoirs, to thrillers... see the top 10 checked-out items from our adult collection.
A Case for Cozy Winter Books
The end of the year is extra busy. Slow down with "cozy books" that have low stakes, picturesque scenery and happily-ever-afters.
Ring in the Holidays With Delectable Sweets and Treats!
Get inspiration for baking and the tips you need to make the best holiday treats on the block!
Explore More
Explore More with our resources for teacher & students, jobs & careers, ESL, poetry, etc.
Jobs & Career Resources
Browse through our resources and tools to help you in your next job search or push your education further.
ESL & Citizenship / ESL y Ciudadanía / 學習英語與公民考試
We can help you learn English and study citizenship. Podemos ayudarle a aprender inglés y estudiar la ciudadanía. 我們能幫您學習英語以及公民考試
Teacher & Student Resources
Collection of online resources, like online tutoring or book discussion guides, and helpful information on distance learning.
Browse the Financial Times Online with Your Library Card!
San Mateo County Libraries now offers the Financial Times to all library patrons!
Get Crafting With Creativebug!
Get crafting with Creativebug! Choose from 5000+ online classes taught by crafting artists. Requires "29041" library card.
New York Times Online
24-hour complimentary, unlimited access pass to the full edition of The New York Times online and eligible apps without a subscription.
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
