The Library will be closed Monday, February 16th, 2026 for Presidents' Day.
City of Burlingame
Vault to the Future
2026-2076
We're sending a message to the future! The City of Burlingame is creating a time capsule to be sealed for the next 50 years in a historic army tank locker at the Burlingame Community Center. We're seeking items that capture the spirit of our community for future generations to discover.
The term for the position is one year (June 2026 - May 2027)
Applications for the Burlingame-Hillsborough Youth Poet Laureate are open from November 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026. Please see the FAQ for information on this prestigious position, application requirements, and Laureate duties. For any additional questions, you may email the Teen Librarian at tinkham@plsinfo.org.
Stop by the library and try out our ChompSaw and Cricut! Explore the tools, experiment with materials, learn with others, and see what you can create. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity!
This program is made possible in part through funding from Measure K and the Burlingame Library Foundation.
Community Poetry Open Mic with featured reader, Clive Matson
Wednesday, February 11 from 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Lane Room
Welcome all to our 2026 Community Poetry Season! Come and share your words with us—newcomers welcome! This month’s featured reader is Clive Matson, author of Hello, Paradise. Paradise, Goodbye, educator, Lifetime Beat Poet Laureate, and recipient of the Berkeley Lifetime Achievement in Poetry Award. Light refreshments will be provided. Copies of Clive's most recent works will be available to purchase from the author. All poets, poetry enthusiasts, and the poetry curious are welcome.
BEAUTIFUL BURLINGAME: Homes, Flowers, Sunshine, Health
Sunday, Feb 22, at 2:00 PM Lane Community Room
Did you ever wonder about life in Burlingame back in the 1930s? Come experience it for yourself. Join the Burlingame Historical Society on February 22, 2026 at 2pm in the Lane Room of the Burlingame Public Library when we show the 1937 film:
The 1937 promotional film showing life in Burlingame (courtesy of the SMCHA) will be featured along with current imagery, created by the Burlingame Historical Society.
Winter Blood Drive
Thursday February 26 from 10:00 AM- 2:30 PM On Primrose
The Stanford Center for Blood mobile is back! Please donate if you are able. One donation can help up to three people. Drop-ins are welcome or register here: https://sbcdonor.org/donor/schedules/zip
Drop-In Sewing Lab
Mondays 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Tuesdays 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Tech Lab
Join us at the Drop-in Sewing Lab on Mondays from 11am to 1pm and Tuesdays from 2pm - 4pm in The LAB! Bring your thread and fabric to finish your projects with the library's sewing machines. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned sewer, our makerspace is here to support your creativity. No experience necessary—just drop in and get stitching!
Third Thursday of the Month from 6 pm to 7 pm Upper Level Meeting Room
Booked on Crime 2026 List (up to May)
Our lively group meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM in the Upper Level Room. We read thrillers, mysteries, and sometimes true crime. Drop-ins are welcome. Please place your own hold to get a library copy of the book. If you have questions email Cynthia at rider@plsinfo.org or call the library.
Need specific assistance or have a general computer question? We are here to help!
Every Monday and Thursday 2 pm to 4 pm and Wednesday and Saturday 10 am to noon in the Tech Lab (Lower Level), the library hosts a Computer Help Drop-In. There are Volunteer Computer Tutors available to work one-on-one with you.
Whether you want to set up your first email or figure out your contact list, we can help. Laptops are provided or bring in your own device. Stop in and see if we can help you.
Let's Talk! Conversation for English Learners
January 7-May 14
The library has two sessions a week for people who want to work on their English conversation skills. One session is on Zoom and the other is in person. Email Cynthia at rider@plsinfo.org with any questions. All levels welcome.
Thursdays at 10AM in Upper Level Room. No registration needed.
Photo Lab
Tuesdays, 10am - 12pm
Tech Lab
Do you have boxes of old photos at home that you want to digitize? Drop into the Photo Lab where dedicated volunteers will help you scan and digitize your photos. Just bring your pictures and a flash drive to get started. *Please remove all photos from albums and come with pictures sorted*
Step into the future during our Mixed Reality Lab! Try out the latest Meta Quest 3 VR headsets and experience immersive virtual and mixed reality environments. Whether you're exploring new worlds, learning cutting-edge tech, or just curious about VR, this hands-on session is for you. Drop in and discover the possibilities!
Curious about what happens after 3D Printing Request Forms are turned in at the Lower Level Information Desk? Learn about the library's 3D printers, how to use slicing software, and share your 3D printed creations with other 3D printing enthusiasts!
Every Monday and Tuesday (January 20 - April 14, 2026)
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Lane Room
Build school skills and confident literacy! We welcome Kindergartners through 8th Graders to be paired with a Teen Mentor (with a 3.5+ GPA) for homework help and reading practice. Join us on Mondays and Tuesdays, from 4:00-5:30 PM, from January 20th to April 14th.* Parents or guardians must sign a permission form for the first session attended. Drop-In registration accepted.
*There will be no Homework Center on 2/16, 3/30, and 3/31 for holidays.
This program is funded by the Burlingame Library Foundation.
Valentine's Day Crafts
Friday, February 13 from 4-5 PM in the Children's Room
Bring your creativity and celebrate Valentine's Day with fun, hands-on crafts.
Drop in to make Valentines, love-bug creatures, and more.
All supplies provided- just bring your imagination.
Lunar New Year Bingo
Gallop into the Year of the Horse with Lunar New Year Bingo for kids.
Tuesday, February 17 from 2 -3 PM in the Lane Room
Legos at the Library
Join us at the library for some creativity and fun! Builders of all ages are invited to design, create, and explore using our collection of Legos!
Wednesday, February 18 from 2- 3 PM in the Lane Room
BPL Music Party
Meet Teacher Gaby at BPL Music Party!
Join us for a fun music and movement dance party!
10:30 am in the Lane Room
February 23, March 30th and April 27th, 2026
No registration required.
Join us for a Special Black History Month Zoom Author Event featuring Illustrator Don Tate
This special reading event is sponsored by a donation from Jan and Bob Newman through the Burlingame Library Foundation
Mandarin Storytime for Children
Saturday February 28, 2026
At 11 am in the Children's Room
Featuring Jamie Gao, published author, educator, and founder of Jamie's Mandarin. Enjoy an engaging biligual storytime conducted in Mandarin and English, where language and imagination come together through storytelling and culture.
Join us for a Lunar New Year Celebration for all ages
Featuring a Special Lion Dancers Performance by THD Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 28 at noon on the Lawn at City Hall*
*If the weather is bad, the celebration will be moved inside the library
No Registration required
Learn to Play Chess for Kids in Grades 2-6
Saturday, February 28, 2026
From 3:30-4:30 pm at the Burlingame Public Library Lane Room
Learn to Play Chess for Kids is presented by Grupology
Featuring Jamie Gao, published author, educator, and founder of Jamie's Mandarin. Enjoy an engaging biligual storytime conducted in Mandarin and English, where language and imagination come together through storytelling and culture.
This program is funded by the Burlingame Library Foundation
Book Club Fun! For Grades 2nd and 3rd
Read the book, we will talk about it, and do a fun activity!
Registration required
Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 4-5 pm
Read and discuss The Story of Gumluck the Wizard by Adam Rex & Make a Gnome House
Join Teacher Bill from Happy Baby Signs for Sign Language Storytime!
In the Lane Room at Burlingame Public Library. This is an excellent method to improve your communication with your infant or toddler. No registration required.
Dates: February 11th and March 11th at 10:30 am
Burlingame Library Storytimes
At Main Library:
Wednesdays: Baby Storytime at 10:30 am in the Lane Room at the Main Library
Thursdays: All Ages Storytime at 10:30 am in the Lane Room at the Main Library
Fridays: All Ages Storytime at 10:30 am in the Lane Room at the Main Library
At Easton Branch Library:
Tuesdays: All Ages Storytime at 10:30 am at the Easton Library
Wednesdays: Bedtime Storytime at 7 pm at the Easton Library
Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 2:00-3:00 PM in the Lane Room
Join us for an afternoon of discussing and writing poetry with Burlingame-Hillsborough's Youth Poet Laureate, Ollie Ballard!
Teen Friday: Scrapbook Valentines
Friday February 20, 2026 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM in the Lane Room
Craft something for someone special, or just have fun and create at our scrapbook Valentines workshop. Experiment with stickers, stamps, calligraphy, and collage to make something you love!
Burlingame-Hillsborough Youth Poet Laureate
The term for the position is one year (June 2026 - May 2027)
Applications for the Burlingame-Hillsborough Youth Poet Laureate are open from November 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026. Please see the FAQ for information on this prestigious position, application requirements, and Laureate duties. For any additional questions, you may email the Teen Librarian at tinkham@plsinfo.org.
