Children and teens get a free book when they finish their first reading log
Complete the log a maximum of four times
All ages — Get a ticket for each 5 days of reading to choose from the giveaway prize drawings
Drawing for prizes will be Monday, February 2, 2026
Prizes:
Two Large Octopuses
Gift cards for:
Buena's Soft Serve
Plucky's Cafe
Dumpling Kitchen
Top Golf
Five Little Monkeys
Barnes & Noble
Centro Pizza
This program is funded by the Burlingame Library Foundation and by a special donation from the Burlingame Lions Club.
The Fight for Disability Rights-Scot Danforth on Ed Roberts Sunday, December 7 2:00 PM in Tech Lab
Bay Area native Ed Roberts set the groundwork for the Americans with Disabilities Act, starting with protests at UC Berkeley in the 60s. Scot Danforth has written an in-depth biography of this inspiring local hero.
Flow & Restorative Yoga with Nirel
Monday, December 8 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Lane Community Room
Join Nirel for an enriching flow and Restorative Yoga practice designed to harmonize the body and mind through mindfulness, gentle movement, and deep relaxation. This yoga practice begins with a flowing sequence to move and stretch the body, followed by restorative poses that encourage rest and rejuvenation. Embrace this opportunity to cultivate inner peace, release tension, and restore balance in a serene and supportive environment. All experience levels are welcome!
Enjoy the reflective practice of sound healing and restorative Yoga. Please bring your own bolster, yoga mat, and two blankets. Joseph Coffin of THE MATS Pacifica will lead this ancient practice of crystal and alchemy singing bowls. Participants will lie on the floor to experience Tibetan singing bowls being played on their chests and backs so bring what you will need for a comfortable experience.
Inner Peace This Holiday Season Through Meditation
Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 from 6:00 PM -7:00 PM Zoom (Online)
Join Bruce Faithwick long time meditator as he discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation. He will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that will be explained and practiced during the session. This can enrich one’s life on many levels and help with seasonal stress.
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
Fall 2025 Schedule
Join the Burlingame Library's mystery group, Booked on Crime. We read mysteries, thrillers, and sometimes true crime. We try to select books the library system owns in physical and e-format. No registration is needed, but if you want reminder emails, contact Cynthia at rider@plsinfo.org.
Dec 18: The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco by Michelle Chouinard.
A true crime tour guide tries to track down a killer in this fleet-footed whodunit from Chouinard (the Jo Fournier series, as M.M. Choinard). Capri Sanzio, 49, owns and operates SF Killer Crime Tours in San Francisco. She was drawn to the job in part because her grandfather, William "Overkill Bill" Sanzio, was a convicted serial killer who died in prison, maintaining his innocence until the end. Due to a copycat killer she needs to clear her family’s name.
Computer Help Drop-In
Mondays and Thursdays 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesdays and Saturdays 10 am to 12 noon
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
Each week there are two sessions to practice your spoken English in a relaxed, friendly setting.
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!
Join us on Saturday, December 20 for the third meeting of our new Caregiver Support Group! This group is geared towards community members who are primary caregivers for loved ones and offers people a safe, supportive environment to discuss the challenges associated with caregiving.
Possible topics of discussion include food resources, transportation options, friendly visitor programs, caring for pets, caring for yourself, how to talk to your loved one’s medical team, and how to cope with aggressive or out-of-control behavior.
A Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Santa & Mrs. Claus will be making a special visit to the Library to spread some holiday cheer! Don't forget to bring your camera! No registration required.
Thursday, December 4th 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm in the Children's Room
Mandarin Storytime for Children
Saturdays, December 6, 2025, January 17, 2026, & 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.
Bienvenidos!
Welcome to our Spanish Bilingual Storytime with Señora Elizabeth.
December 8th at 10:30 am in the Lane Room
No registration required.
Sign Language Storytime
Wednesday December 10 from 10:30- 11:15 am in the Lane Room
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.
Book Club Fun! For Grades 2nd and 3rd
Read the book, we will talk about it, and do a fun activity!
Registration required!
Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 4-5 pm
Read and discuss Snow Day in May by Christine Evans & Make Popsicle stick snowflakes
Kids think they are having fun - you know they are building fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, creativity, problem-solving, patience and attention to detail.
Join us! No registration needed.
Monday, December 22nd from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
BPL Music Party
Join Teacher Kira (in person) from Golden Acorn for the BPL Music Party!
It's music and movement fun for you and your little one.
In the Lane Room. No registration required.
Dates: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:30 am and Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30 am
Join Winter Reading at BPL
December 1, 2025-January 31, 2026
Open for All Ages
Pick up a reading log at the library
Mark a starfish for each day you read
Children and teens get a free book when they finish their first reading log
Complete the log a maximum of four times
All ages — Get a ticket for each 5 days of reading to choose from the giveaway prize drawings
Drawing for prizes will be Monday, February 2, 2026
Prizes:
Two Large Octopuses
Gift cards for:
Buena's Soft Serve
Plucky's Cafe
Dumpling Kitchen
Top Golf
Five Little Monkeys
Barnes & Noble
Centro Pizza
This program is funded by the Burlingame Library Foundation and by a special donation from the Burlingame Lions Club.
Teen Finals Cafe
Teen Finals Cafe
Monday December 15, 2025 4:00-5:30 PM Lane Room
Tuesday December 16, 2025 4:00-5:30 PM Lane Room
Wednesday December 17, 2025 1:00-5:30 PM Lane Room
Thursday December 18, 2025 1:00-3:30 PM Lane Room
Stressed out? Need a place to study? BPL has you covered! The Lane Room is open with snacks and overflow study space for Finals week.
No registration required.
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.
Interested in joining a book club and meeting some new people?
Great Conversations Book Club
The Great Conversations Book Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month and is a community book club that meets in the Library, but is not staffed by the Burlingame Public Library. The Library assists the group in acquiring reading materials and booking a meeting space. The group's reading selections are based on materials from the Great Books Foundation.
For more information or to join the group, please contact Joan at 650-347-6754.
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