Intro to Artificial Intelligence

Over the duration of the course, students will: · How to create an account with various AI platforms · Understand the underlying technology powering conversational AI · Learn techniques for properly prompting ChatGPT, Bard and Claude to get optimal responses · Evaluate......More

Over the duration of the course, students will: · How to create an account with various AI platforms · Understand the underlying technology powering conversational AI · Learn techniques for properly prompting ChatGPT, Bard and Claude to get optimal responses · Evaluate the strengths and limitations of these tools · Explore current and future applications of conversational AI Through lectures, demonstrations and hands-on activities, students will develop core competencies in conversing with AI systems and leveraging them for a variety of purposes, including general learning, practical tasks, document/image creation and more. Class will encourage group discussions to enable an exchange of techniques and experiences. By the end of the course, students will have access to all the AI platforms and acquire specialized skills in prompting conversational AI agents and applying their capabilities to solve problems and enhance productivity. Whether you want to utilize these technologies professionally or just explore their possibilities, this course will provide a solid foundation in the current state of AI assistants and where they are headed. Please note: If you are planning on creating an account for any of the tools we will be using in the class, you will need to have access to your email, so please ensure you have your email passwords ready for verification. Additionally, you may need to verify your account through a text message, so please ensure you have your cell phone available during the class. If you would like to use your own computer or phone/tablet, you will need to have access to your passwords and email accounts, including Google and Apple (if you are planning to download the app on your phone or tablet).

Art Nook Mondays: Mosaic Bean Art

Join us in the makerspace and create vibrant mosaics for this bean-spiring craft. 

In-Person English Conversation Club

Improve your English and make new friends! Practice your speaking skills with fluent speakers and other English language learners in a small group. Open to all skill levels. For adults ages 18 and over. Capacity limits may apply. 

Signs and Rhymes Storytime With Stay and Play!

Let's read, sing, sign and rhyme together! Play together with your little one as we learn simple sign language and fun ways to fingerplay alongside our stories and music each week. This storytime is welcome to all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyon......More

Let's read, sing, sign and rhyme together! Play together with your little one as we learn simple sign language and fun ways to fingerplay alongside our stories and music each week. This storytime is welcome to all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyond! This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After storytime, join us for Stay and Play where kids and their caregivers can practice interpersonal skills and have fun learning to share and socialize!

Open Lab: Drop In Memory Lab

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cas......More

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cassettes 8mm and Super-8 film (no audio) 3.5" floppy disks (DOS or Windows format only) CD-R and DVD-R data discs

Crafternoon: Paint a Mini Bird House

Join us weekly as we use our imagination and creativity to make art! This week, we’ll be painting miniature bird houses, perfect to hang outside of your home for our littlest of bird friends! No registration required, as supplies last.

Maker Exploration

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hour to learn about 3D printers, Laser Cutters and more!

Drop-In Sewing

Do you have a sewing project to complete?  Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use! Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for ad......More

Do you have a sewing project to complete?  Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use! Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for adults and teens who are already familiar with using sewing machines. Minimal instructions will be given.

Tech Tutors Drop-In Sessions

Please come prepared with any questions or tasks that our staff can help you with during our drop-in sessions. Our tech tutors are here to assist you, answer your questions, and help you feel more comfortable with technology. We can address inquiries related to eMedia,......More

Please come prepared with any questions or tasks that our staff can help you with during our drop-in sessions. Our tech tutors are here to assist you, answer your questions, and help you feel more comfortable with technology. We can address inquiries related to eMedia, online resources, troubleshooting, and much more! Drop by for technology assistance!

Tai Chi

Chen-style Taijiquan (Tai Chi) is widely acknowledged as the ancestor of all other styles of Taijiquan. This class will introduce the Chen-style Taijiquan form, Silk-reeling Exercises and Wuji Qigong. The Chen-style Taijiquan form is soft and graceful with strong roote......More

Chen-style Taijiquan (Tai Chi) is widely acknowledged as the ancestor of all other styles of Taijiquan. This class will introduce the Chen-style Taijiquan form, Silk-reeling Exercises and Wuji Qigong. The Chen-style Taijiquan form is soft and graceful with strong rooted stands that will help students to develop strength, balance, coordination and an understanding of basic Taiji principles. Silk-reeling Exercises are a series of spiral movements which promote muscle relaxation and flexibility by reducing physical tension and strain. Wuji Qigong (standing meditation) will help students to cultivate internal energy (qi) with proper body alignment for better internal energy flow, which will enhance their immune systems and reduce physical and mental stress. Registration is encouraged but not required. 

Family Storytime With Stay and Play!

Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for ......More

Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, where kids and their caregivers can practice interpersonal skills and have fun learning to share and socialize!

Maker Exploration for Families

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D printers, laser cutters and more!  This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tues......More

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D printers, laser cutters and more!  This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM

Baby Bounce Storytime With Stay and Play!

Bring your bouncing baby to our biweekly playtime, full of nursery rhymes and songs you can do together to stimulate your baby’s development. Ideal for newborns up to 18 months old, but all are welcome.  After Storytime join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in o......More

Bring your bouncing baby to our biweekly playtime, full of nursery rhymes and songs you can do together to stimulate your baby’s development. Ideal for newborns up to 18 months old, but all are welcome.  After Storytime join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in open-ended exploration and learning in the company of other children and caregivers.

STEAM Team: Monster Plushies

Today, we'll be scientists, engineers and beyond! Join us at the library the fourth Monday of the month for a new STEAM activity for you to explore. This time, we’ll be learning the basics of hand-sewing by using our creativity to design our own stuffed felt monsters. ......More

Today, we'll be scientists, engineers and beyond! Join us at the library the fourth Monday of the month for a new STEAM activity for you to explore. This time, we’ll be learning the basics of hand-sewing by using our creativity to design our own stuffed felt monsters. Registration is not required to attend, but we do ask that you RSVP ahead of time, as it will affect the amount of supplies we provide. Drop-ins are still welcome, though capacity limits may apply.

In-Person English Conversation Club

Improve your English and make new friends! Practice your speaking skills with fluent speakers and other English language learners in a small group. Open to all skill levels. For adults ages 18 and over. Capacity limits may apply. 

Signs and Rhymes Storytime With Stay and Play!

Let's read, sing, sign and rhyme together! Play together with your little one as we learn simple sign language and fun ways to fingerplay alongside our stories and music each week. This storytime is welcome to all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyon......More

Let's read, sing, sign and rhyme together! Play together with your little one as we learn simple sign language and fun ways to fingerplay alongside our stories and music each week. This storytime is welcome to all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyond! This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. After storytime, join us for Stay and Play where kids and their caregivers can practice interpersonal skills and have fun learning to share and socialize!

Open Lab: Drop In Memory Lab

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cas......More

Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slides VHS Audio cassettes 8mm and Super-8 film (no audio) 3.5" floppy disks (DOS or Windows format only) CD-R and DVD-R data discs

Traveling Reptile Show at Holbrook Palmer Park

Have a wild time with EBV’s Reptile Show! We feature nearly 20 animals, including snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises, frogs, and bugs. Some of them fit in the palm of your hand; a few are quite a bit bigger!!! The one-hour program is presented by Owen Maercks, who......More

Have a wild time with EBV’s Reptile Show! We feature nearly 20 animals, including snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises, frogs, and bugs. Some of them fit in the palm of your hand; a few are quite a bit bigger!!! The one-hour program is presented by Owen Maercks, who has 40+ years of experience doing this work and the show is appropriate for ages four through adult. He has performed in schools, libraries, museums, summer camps, public parks, and of course private homes. This program will be hosted at Holbrook Palmer Park inside the Jennings Pavilion.

Maker Exploration

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hour to learn about 3D printers, Laser Cutters and more!

Drop-In Sewing

Do you have a sewing project to complete?  Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use! Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for ad......More

Do you have a sewing project to complete?  Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use! Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for adults and teens who are already familiar with using sewing machines. Minimal instructions will be given.