January Events at

Glen Park Library

Coyotes, Lions, Seahorses & Snakes-Oh my! Glen Park History, Potty Training & more.

Closed January 20


All SFPL locations will be closed Monday, January 20th in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

We honor the richness of Black culture during SFPL’s Black History celebration called More Than a Month, where we recognize the importance of Black History beginning on Martin Luther King Jr. Day through February and all year round at the library. Participate in a More Than a Month event at various SFPL locations.

Featured Events

Control Your Behaviors Around Food and Fitness

Sunday, 1/12  | 2:00-3:00

Explore the topics of self-efficacy, tools you can use at home. How can you improve your behaviors to reach more of your health goals? Learn about outside resources to support you on your path to a healthier self. Professionals from The Clark Technique, a neighboring Glen Park business, teach you how to get a hold on and succeed at achieving your wellness goals.

Brainfuse Tutoring

and Homework Help

Tuesday, 1/14 | 4:30-5:00

Learn how to use Brainfuse, the library's free live tutoring service for grade K-12. For ages 5–17. Youth under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.


Don't forget our Homework Hangouts every Tuesday after school starting at 3:30.

Storytime and Craft with Author Sara Behrman

Monday, 1/13  |  11:00-12:00

Meet Sara Behrman, author of The Sea Hides a Seahorse and retired librarian. Behrman leads a fun and engaging storytime based on her book as well as a make your own seahorse stick puppet craft. Books available for sale and signing after the storytime.

Citizen Coyotes

of San Francisco

Wednesday, 1/22 |  6:30-7:30

Janet “The Coyote Lady” Kessler will share her first-hand information, compassion and love for urban coyotes gained through nearly two decades conducting daily field research documenting their behavior and family life.

Visit our website for a FULL listing of events at the Glen Park Library and all SFPL locations.

Other Selected Events

ADULTS & TEENS


The Time Machine

1/6 | 1:00-2:45

Deconstructing Rancho San Miguel

1/15 | 6:00-7:45

Draft Zero Writers Meetup

1/25 | 2:00-3:30

Relaxation Sound Bath

1/29 | 6:30-7:30

TEENS & TWEENS


Karaoke

1/5 | 2:00-3:30

Chess Club

1/7 & 1/21 4:00-6:00

Graphic Novel Book Club

1/13 | 4:30-5:30

Patch or Embroider Your Jeans and Other Clothes

1/26 | 2:00-4:00


YOUTH & FAMILIES


Make Paper Snakes

1/17 | 3:30-5:00

Lion Dancing with Jing Mo Athletic Association

1/18 | 4:00-4:30

Sunday Swap:

TOYS

1/19 | 2:00-3:00

Stress-Free Potty Training

1/25 | 10:30-11:30

All programs are free, supported by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library, and no registration necessary unless otherwise noted. For questions about the program or help registering, contact (415) 355-2858.


All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

Glen Park Branch Library
2825 Diamond St.
San Francisco, California 94131
(415) 355-2858

sfpl.org
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