The 2019 Summer Reading Challenge starts June 1st and runs through August 31st. All Peninsula Library System libraries are using the same log this year and the program is open to all ages and abilities. Stop by the library to sign up. You can also sign up online at: www.summerlearners.org and bring proof (digital or print) of your progress to the Library.
For youth, there are sign up prizes, finisher prizes, weekly raffles, and a raffle for a $1,000 college scholarship. For more information, click here.
For adults, we will be raffling off prizes at events and each event you attend will earn you a raffle ticket for our grand prize drawing of an Orion Telescope Kit. You can also earn a raffle ticket by completing a Summer Reading Challenge log.
Don't miss our Summer Reading Kick-Off events at both branches.
Saturday June 8 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM on the Front Porch of the Main Library
Monday June 10 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM at the Easton Branch Library
Adult Events
Rock Painting for Adults
Wednesday, June 5th at 7:00 PM
Summer in Space Film Series: Hidden Figures Thursday, June 13 at 6:30 PM
*We will be raffling off a pair of Cinemark movie passes
(Second) Friday Art Series - Patricia Wakida Friday, June 14 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Our regular First Friday Art Series will take place on the second Friday this month.
Repair Cafe Saturday, June 15 from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Head Over High Heels 2
Wednesday, June 19 at 7:00 PM
How Gray Water Can Cut Your Water Use and Save Money Thursday, June 20 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Beginner Microsoft Word & Excel for Adults and Seniors
Word for Beginners Tuesday, June 25 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM - Register Here Thursday, June 27 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM - Register Here
Excel for Beginners Tuesday, June 25 from 3:00 - 4:00 PM - Register Here Thursday, June 27 from 3:00 - 4:00 PM - Register Here
Space is limited - Registration required.
Computer Help Drop-In Sessions
Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Teen Events
Super Smash Bros Ultimate Event! Saturday, June 8 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Click Image Below to Register (sign up required)
"The Office" Olympics Tuesday, June 18 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Can you survive this cubicle, beige-colored Olympiad? We doubt it...but you'll have fun trying! Click image below to register:
Social justice Sewing Academy Saturday, June 22 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Do you have a cause you're passionate about? Come make a quilt block to be sewn into quilts displayed across the country. No experience necessary, just bring your passion! More info: http://www.sjsacademy.com/ Click image below to register:
Happy Little Painting Party Wednesday, June 26 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Let your worries slip away with the joy of landscape painting. No experience necessary, all materials supplied. CLICK HERE to register
Children's Events
Kids Get Crafty
Friday, June 14, 2019 from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Children's Room
Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with caterpillar, fruit, and butterfly crafts!
International Yoga Day: Special Storytime
Friday, June 21 at 3:30 PM
Drag Queen Storytime Saturday, June 29 at 11:00 AM
Join us for a special Pride Month Drag Queen Storytime starring Vanilla Meringue! There will be books, music, and dancing! If you love a good story and a great outfit, this celebration is a place for you! (Wearing your favorite dress-up is encouraged, but not required. You are fabulous just as you are!)
Family Fun Nights Tuesdays at 6:30 pm in the Children’s Room from June 18-July 30
Tuesday June 18: Magic Dan- Magician Tuesday June 25: Magical Moonshine Theater- Gunnywolf Puppet Show Tuesday July 2: Val Smalkin- Ventriloquist & Singer Tuesday July 9: Heather Rodgers- Magician Tuesday July 16: Circus of Smiles- Juggling and Comedy Tuesday July 23: Puppet Art Theater- Cinderella Puppet Show Tuesday July 30: Cascada de Flores- Mexican Song & Dance
Easton Branch Performance: Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 6:30 pm Magician Timothy James
Legos @ Your Library First Thursday of Every Month from 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Storytimes
Storytime is on break Saturday May 25, 2019 - Monday, June 10, 2019
Tuesdays Preschool Storytime at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays Toddler Storytime at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Bedtime Storytime at the Easton Branch 7:00 - 7:30 PM
Thursdays Toddler Storytime at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Toddler Storytime at the Easton Branch 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Fridays Baby Storytime at the Main Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Streaming Video, Digital Magazines, Online Tutoring, and more.
Did you know your library card gives you free access to eBooks, streaming movies, digital magazines, 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.
Kanopy - Streaming Video, including feature films, award-winning documentaries, hard to find titles, the Criterion Collection, the Great Courses, and a large Kids collection.
Flipster - Read magazines like Allure, Bon Appetit, Clean Eating, Dwell, Food Network, Glamour, GQ, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Macworld, Muscle & Fitness, OK!, Star, Sunset, Taste & Travel, The Atlantic, The New Yorker, The Week, This Old House, US Weekly, and Wired on your phone,tablet, or computer.
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.