The Constitution is a roadmap for our country. It guarantees our rights, explains what government leaders must do, and sets the rules for the relationship between the federal and state governments. Article III of the Constitution created the judicial branch, including the Supreme Court.
Judge Delaney will explore the different ideas the Constitution's writers had for our court system and discuss how those decisions have shaped the "rule of law" in America.
Saturday, September 6 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lane Room
The vast majority of those who occupied the White House never came close to replicating the extraordinary leadership of the likes of Washington, Lincoln, or Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Why? Gerald Henig (author of America’s Presidents: What Your History Teacher Never Told You) offers little-known and compelling stories— funny, tragic, and, in some cases, startling—that help to explain why only a handful of our chief executives etched a place for themselves in the annals of presidential greatness.
No Registration required, but you can sign up below if you'd like an email reminder.
Bring your leftover craft supplies and pick up materials for new projects. All crafting supplies welcome. You might find items for fall decorating or Halloween costumes. If you have questions, email Cynthia at rider@plsinfo.org
If you cannot make this date, the next swap is on Oct 11 for just yarn, fabric, and sewing notions.
Train Well to Live Well
Saturday, September 20 from 2 pm to 3 pm Lane Community Room
Dr Jeff (Yale/Stanford grad) appeared on ABC 20/20 ‘Super Humans’, consulted for CBS 60 Minutes ‘Toughest Race’, co-produced ‘Ultra Running’ for The Late Show and ran/lectured at 50 marathons. Dr Jeff received a standing ovation after SF Marathon talk 7.21.23 and ‘best speaker we’ve had’ Burlingame CA Rotary 1.15.25.
For 30 years, Dr Jeff has trained athletes to achieve peak organ function, lectured on exercise physiology, nutrition physiology and deprescription (tossing meds, vits, supplements) and promoted organ donation.
Burlingame Public Library 480 Primrose Rd In Front of Building
The library is partnering with the San Jose Conservation Corp to offer free recycling in front of library on Saturday October 4 from 9AM-12PM. The organization will take old computers, screens, laptops, cellphones, printers, wires/cords, CDs & DVDs. They CANNOT take large items like washers & dryers or refrigerators. Please email Cynthia at rider@plsinfo.org with any questions.
The Trees of Burlingame - a Walking Tour with the City Arborist
Wednesday, September 24th at 10:00 AM Burlingame Community Center Lobby
Enjoy the outdoors and learn more about the trees in Burlingame. Join the City Arborist for an informative walking discussion. Pre-registration is requested, though drop-ins are welcome as space allows. To register, please contact Colleen Conefrey at 650-558-7300 or cconefrey@burlingame.org.
Fixit Clinic
Friday September 26 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Tech Lab
Burlingame Public Library is excited to join the Fixit Clinic community! Bring your broken items and we'll provide tools, workspace and coaches to help you fix it. Please email Cynthia at rider@plsinfo.org if you have questions.
Filling out the registration helps us determine how many coaches we need and what sort of repairs they can anticipate. If you need help filling out the form, call us at 650-558-7400.
This program is funded by the Burlingame Library Foundation & the San Mateo County Sustainability Department.
Community Poetry Open Mic w/ featured reader, Lisa Rosenberg
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
6:00 p.m.- 7:15 p.m.
Join us for an evening of poetry at our Community Poetry Open Mic Series with featured reader, 2017 San Mateo County Poet Laureate, and author of A Different Physics, Lisa Rosenberg! Come share a poem or two or sit back and listen. The Open Mic will be followed by a reading and book signing from Lisa. Light refreshments will be provided. Copies of Lisa's most recent works will be available to purchase from the author. All poets, poetry enthusiasts, and the poetry curious are welcome.
Registration required for Open Mic readers. If you would just like to listen, no need to register.
Burlingame Historical Society Presents: Burlingame Bank Heist Gone Bad
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 7 - 8 PM Lane Community Room
Almost 25 years ago, Burlingame experienced the most brazen takeover bank robbery and murder in its history. Join us for a presentation by retired Burlingame Police Chief Jack Van Etten who oversaw the investigation team that Identified and arrested the suspects which led to one of the longest sentencing convictions in county history.
Make a Needle Felted Ghost with Pop Up Art School
For Adults and Teens 13+ Registration is required to reserve your kit.
Spooky Season is officially here! Get cozy with a take-home kit and online video tutorial from Pop Up Art School! The kit includes everything you need to summon your ghostly friend, complete with a festive pumpkin. Learn the basics of needle-felting and meet your new BOO!
Kits will be ready at the Information Desk (Main Library) Starting Monday, September 22nd through Sunday, October 19th. Instruction Video Available Thursday, October 2nd through Friday, October 31st*
Third Saturday of Each Month from 2 -3:30 PM Conference Room (Upper Level)
Join us on Saturday, August 16th , for the first 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.
Our first meeting will be set up to hear from you, we will discuss what our goals and expectations will be for the group. Future meetings will feature guest speakers who will bring fresh perspectives on caregiving. No registration is required to attend.
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
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.
Sep 18: The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger
When the body of a wealthy landowner is found floating in the Alabaster River on Memorial Day in 1958, Sheriff Brody Dern, a highly decorated war hero, struggles to solve this murder that has the town of Jewel, Minnesota, up in arms, while putting to rest the demons from his own past.
Oct 16: Ruth Run by Elizabeth Kaufman An ingeniously twisty, witty, and fast-paced cybercrime chase novel in which the eponymous thief, who has stolen several lifetimes worth of money, flees northern California and makes her way across Oregon, Idaho, and Utah with a slew of men in pursuit.
Nov 20: The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood
Judith Potts is seventy-seven years old and blissfully happy. She lives on her own in a faded mansion just outside Marlow, there's no man in her life to tell her what to do or how much whisky to drink, and to keep herself busy she sets crosswords for The Times newspaper. One evening, while out swimming in the Thames, Judith witnesses a brutal murder. The local police don't believe her story, so she decides to investigate for herself, and is soon joined in her quest by Suzie, a salt-of-the-earth dog-walker, and Becks, the prim and proper wife of the local vicar. Together, they are the Marlow Murder Club. When another body turns up, they realize they have a real-life serial killer on their hands.
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 Saturdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Every Monday,Thursday 2-4 PM&Saturday 10-12 PMin 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 cell phone’s 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!
Every Monday & Tuesday, 4:00 PM-5:30 PM in the Lane Room
Monday, September 8, 2025 through Tuesday, November 18, 2025*
*There will be no Homework Center on 10/13, 10/14, &11/11
Build school skills and confident literacy! We welcome kindergarteners through 8th graders to be paired with a Teen mentor (with a 3.5+ GPA) for homework help and reading practice.
Parent or guardian must sign permission form at first session attended
Squirrel Scavenger Hunt
September 2 - 30, 2025
Our bushy-tailed friends have found their way into the library. Search the Children's Room or Easton Branch Library and find them all. Solve the secret phrase and turn it in for a surprise. One per child. While supplies last.
Join us for a special Zoom Author Event Featuring Deborah Hopkinson
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by crafting a beautiful Ojo de Dios!
Thursday, October 2, 2025
4:00 PM-5:00 PM, Lane Room
Burlingame Main Library
No Registration Required.
Filipino Bilingual Family Storytime
Saturday, October 4 at 10:30am in the Children's Room
Celebrate Filipino Heritage Month! Join us for stories and songs with Até Louella! All ages welcome!
Ipagdiwang ang Buwan ng Pamana ng Pilipino. Samahan ninyo kami sa mga kwento at kanta kasama si Até Louella!
Young Voices Speak Out
Calling all young poets, ages 11- 18 years old. We will be celebrating United Against Hate Week by putting up 5 poems in front of Burlingame City Hall from October 19th-25th, 2025.
Calling all young poets, ages 11- 18 years old. We will be celebrating United Against Hate Week by putting up 5 poems in front of Burlingame City Hall from October 19th-25th, 2025.