Join City Council and local faith leaders for a Community Potluck at the Library, as We Stand United Against Hate
Thursday, November 21 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM RSVP at BurlingameStandsUnited.eventbrite.com Please RSVP so we can make sure we have enough drinks and tables for everyone!
Thursday Sewing in the Lab
Thursday, November 7 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Power and Survival in the 21st Century
Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 PM
Mindfulness Series: Clarity and Choice in Your Everyday Life Bringing somatic and emotional awareness back online as a reliable source of wisdom Wednesday, November 13 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Focused and Winning With ADHD Thursday, November 14 at 7:00 PM
Mindfulness Series: Clarity and Choice in Your Everyday Life Using Mindful Communication techniques to foster more understanding and connection in our relationships Wednesday, November 20 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Thursday Sewing in the Lab: Open Sew Thursday, November 21 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Join City Council and local faith leaders for a Community Potluck at the Library, as We Stand United Against Hate Thursday, November 21 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM RSVP at BurlingameStandsUnited.eventbrite.com Please RSVP so we can make sure we have enough drinks and tables for everyone!
On-Going Programs
Open Lab Monday - Thursday from 5:00 -7:00 PM Saturday - Sunday from 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Computer Help Drop-In Sessions
Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
English Learners Conversation Group
Wednesdays from11:00AM - 12:00 PM (September 4 - December 18) Thursday from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (September 5 - December 19)
Intermediate English learners are invited to join us Wednesdays at 11am or Thursdays at 6:30pm in Study Room D (lower level) to work on conversational skills with native English speakers. No sign-up required.
Great Books and Discussion Every Second Tuesday of the month from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Writing Group: Fiction or Non-Fiction Intensive Workshop
Second and Fourth Mondays
Sit 'n Stitch Tuesdays from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Beginning Watercolors Monday, November 25 at 4:30 PM
First Tuesday of each month Send a message to Hannah to register: hwalcher@booksinc.net
Harry Potter Coding and Crafts Tuesday, November 12 from 3:30-5:00 pm Sign up required
BPL Homework Center
The Tech Lab, Lower Level Mon-Wed, 3:30pm-5:30pm
The BPL Homework Center is a FREE homework help program where teen volunteers help students in grades 1-6 who are struggling with schoolwork. Students may be signed in during open hours, and parents must read and sign the guidelines and permission form for the first visit. Questions? Call the Children's Desk 650-558-7400 x3
Kids Get Crafty
Friday, November 8 from 3:30-4:30 pm, Children’s Room
Get ready for Frozen Fever by making some fun and festive crafts.
Burlingame's Big Toddler Play Date
Saturday, November 16 from 10:30 - 12:00 pm
Join us as we turn the Children's Room of the library into the city's biggest toddler playdate! There will be small toddler sized stations with crafts and toys for fine motor skill development. Plus giant building and play areas to support gross motor development. (Best suited for ages 12months-3 years)
Meet Robin Preiss Glasser
Illustrator of the Fancy Nancy book series Saturday, November 16, 2019, at 2:30 pm, Easton Branch Library
Legos @ Your Library
Tuesdays Just for Me at the Main Library (Ages 3 - 5) 10:30 - 11:00 AM Stories, songs and activities that promote social/emotional growth, creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.
Wednesdays Time for Us at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM Stories, songs, early listening and literacy skills for children that are centered around parent/caregiver interactions.
Night Owls at the Easton Branch 7:00 - 7:30 PM Stories, songs and activities just before bedtime.
Thursdays Time for Us at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM Stories, songs, early listening and literacy skills for children that are centered around parent/caregiver interactions.
Time for Us at the Easton Branch 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Stories, songs, early listening and literacy skills for children that are centered around parent/caregiver interactions.
Fridays Baby Bounce and Rhyme at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with stories, rhymes and songs.
Baby Sign Language gives children the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants an needs. Join us in learning some basic signs through stories and songs. Then stay after storytime to let baby explore with blocks, balls, and other toys while you socialize with other parents and caregivers
Streaming Video, Langauage Learning, Online Tutoring, and more.
Did you know your library card gives you free access to eBooks, streaming movies, online tutoring, language learning, and a large collection of online education courses? Download the Burlingame Public Library app for quick access to all of these resources (available for Apple and Android) or use the links below to access each directly.
RBdigital Magazines - Your library card gives you access to 130 different digital magazines, including popular titles such as Bon Appetit, Cosmopolitan, Dwell, Elle, Family Handyman, Food Network, Hello, HGTV, Maclife, National Geographic, O, The New Yorker, The Week, Wired and more. There is also a selection of Chinese and Spanish language magazines.
Kanopy - Streaming Video, including feature films, award-winning documentaries, hard to find titles, the Criterion Collection, the Great Courses, and a large Kids collection.
Tutor.com - Free live tutoring sessions, resume reviews, homework assistance, exam prep, and more.
Universal Class - Over 500 online courses in topics like Accounting, Alternative Medicine, Business, Computer Training, Office Skills, Real Estate, Web Development, and more.
Mango Languages - Unique language learning tool with over 70 language courses. Learn a new language, practice English, or even develop your language skills by watching International films with color coded subtitles, phonetic pop ups, culture notes, and more.