Cybersecurity: Staying Safe in the Online World

Join us for an engaging and informative tech talk on cybersecurity. Learn how to protect yourself from scams, secure your passwords, and recognize online threats in a fun and approachable way. Presented by Amy Culpepper, founder of PepTech.

ぽぽんた お話会 | Japanese Storytime

フォスターシティ図書館にて、毎月第4火曜日の午前11時から30分0〜5歳向けの日本語のお話会です。 手遊び、手袋人形、パネルシアター、ペープサート、紙芝居、お手玉、 絵本などを使った楽しいお話をたくさんご用意してお待ちしています！ ぽぽんた児童文化の会は、ベイエリアにお住まいの日本語を話す子供達にお話を通して日本語や日本の文化を伝えているボランティア団体です。この環境で子供達と対面で一緒に日本語のお話会を楽しむことの大切さを痛感しています。 Join us for a Japanese Language S......More

フォスターシティ図書館にて、毎月第4火曜日の午前11時から30分0〜5歳向けの日本語のお話会です。 手遊び、手袋人形、パネルシアター、ペープサート、紙芝居、お手玉、 絵本などを使った楽しいお話をたくさんご用意してお待ちしています！ ぽぽんた児童文化の会は、ベイエリアにお住まいの日本語を話す子供達にお話を通して日本語や日本の文化を伝えているボランティア団体です。この環境で子供達と対面で一緒に日本語のお話会を楽しむことの大切さを痛感しています。 Join us for a Japanese Language Storytime with Poponta Children's Cultural Society! On the 4th Tuesday of every month at 11:00 AM, Poponta will lead a storytime using hand games, hand puppets, panel theatre, paper crafts, kamishibai (paper storyboards), and picture books! Anyone interested in the Japanese language or culture is always welcome to join! Poponta Children's Cultural Society is a Bay Area volunteer group that shares the Japanese language and culture through storytelling and recognizes the importance of learning language within a live, in-person environment.

In-Person English Conversation Club

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

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp in this hands-on workshop! You'll design a beautiful, colorful lamp using handcrafted glass tiles and beads, guided step-by-step by our expert instructors. No experience needed; just bring your creativity!

Baby Bounce Storytime

Baby storytime centers around parent/caregiver-child interactions. This storytime is developmentally appropriate for newborns and babies up to 18 months old. Please join us for rhymes, lap bounces, singing, instruments and a book or two. Masks are strongly recommended ......More

Baby storytime centers around parent/caregiver-child interactions. This storytime is developmentally appropriate for newborns and babies up to 18 months old. Please join us for rhymes, lap bounces, singing, instruments and a book or two. Masks are strongly recommended inside library spaces.

Adaptive PE: Understanding Balance at Every Stage

What does it really take to maintain good balance as we age? Join us for an informational seminar that takes a head-to-toe look at the many factors that affect our stability. This session will provide a multidimensional perspective on balance, covering everything from ......More

What does it really take to maintain good balance as we age? Join us for an informational seminar that takes a head-to-toe look at the many factors that affect our stability. This session will provide a multidimensional perspective on balance, covering everything from muscle strength and coordination to posture and environmental factors. Learn about the common challenges that impact balance and walk away with practical strategies you can begin applying in daily life. This seminar is perfect for anyone looking to better understand how to stay steady, safe, and confident through every stage of life.

Family Storytime

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for family storytime! We will sing, move, read stories, learn and play together! 

Drop in, Tinker and Print!

Interested in learning how to create a printable file using Tinkercad? Work with our Maker volunteers and use Tinkercad to create a file you can print on our 3D printers. Files are limited to 20 minutes of print time. See our Maker volunteers or staff for details.  Dr......More

Interested in learning how to create a printable file using Tinkercad? Work with our Maker volunteers and use Tinkercad to create a file you can print on our 3D printers. Files are limited to 20 minutes of print time. See our Maker volunteers or staff for details.  Drop-ins as space and time permits. 

Macrame Basics

Join us at the library for an exciting adult program where you’ll learn the basics of macramé. This hands-on workshop will cover essential knots and techniques, providing you with the skills to start your own projects. All materials are provided, so just bring your ent......More

Join us at the library for an exciting adult program where you’ll learn the basics of macramé. This hands-on workshop will cover essential knots and techniques, providing you with the skills to start your own projects. All materials are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! It’s a fantastic opportunity to relax, express yourself, and meet fellow craft enthusiasts. Registration is not required, but please arrive on time to ensure you can participate.

Drop In, Tinker and Print!

Are you interested in learning how to create a printable file using Tinkercad? Work with our Maker volunteers and use Tinkercad to create a file you can print on our 3D printers. Files are limited to 20 minutes of print time. See our Maker volunteers or staff for detai......More

Are you interested in learning how to create a printable file using Tinkercad? Work with our Maker volunteers and use Tinkercad to create a file you can print on our 3D printers. Files are limited to 20 minutes of print time. See our Maker volunteers or staff for details.  Drop-ins as space and time permits. 

Beginner's Mandarin Class, 8-week Course

Our beginner Mandarin class is tailored for adults seeking to learn the language while gaining a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture. Led by experienced instructors and supported by a comprehensive curriculum, this 8-week program welcomes participants from all backg......More

Our beginner Mandarin class is tailored for adults seeking to learn the language while gaining a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture. Led by experienced instructors and supported by a comprehensive curriculum, this 8-week program welcomes participants from all backgrounds. By the end of the course, you will have developed foundational skills in speaking, writing, reading, and understanding basic Mandarin Chinese.

Scented Sachet & Calligraphy Workshop

Learn the traditions and customs of the Dragon Boat Festival while creating your personalized “平安” (peace and safety) scented sachets for protection and well-being. We will tackle the fundamentals of Chinese calligraphy, including the Four Treasures of the Study (brush......More

Learn the traditions and customs of the Dragon Boat Festival while creating your personalized “平安” (peace and safety) scented sachets for protection and well-being. We will tackle the fundamentals of Chinese calligraphy, including the Four Treasures of the Study (brush, ink, paper, and inkstone) and essential brushstroke techniques.

Drop In, Tinker and Print!

Are you interested in learning how to create a printable file using Tinkercad? Work with our Maker volunteers and use Tinkercad to create a file you can print on our 3D printers. Files are limited to 20 minutes of print time. See our Maker volunteers or staff for detai......More

Are you interested in learning how to create a printable file using Tinkercad? Work with our Maker volunteers and use Tinkercad to create a file you can print on our 3D printers. Files are limited to 20 minutes of print time. See our Maker volunteers or staff for details.  Drop-ins as space and time permits. 

Drop-In Tech Help

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments, adding new contacts or anything else tech-related. Fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave......More

Got burning questions about your phone or laptop? Whether you're puzzled about sending email attachments, adding new contacts or anything else tech-related. Fear not! Swing by with your device and chat with our tech-savvy staff for personalized assistance that'll leave you feeling empowered and ready to conquer the digital world! Seniors, adults, families and just about everyone can stand to benefit from learning to get more familiar with technology! Please be sure to bring your device, charging cable, and any relevant passwords for your session. Please note, sessions are limited to 15-20 minutes. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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 that promote muscle relaxation and flexibility by reducing physical tension and strain. Wuji Qigong (standing meditation) will help students cultivate internal energy (qi) with proper body alignment for better internal energy flow, enhancing their immune systems and reducing physical and mental stress.  Space is limited. First come, first served.

New Parent Meet-Up

Did you welcome a new baby into your family in the last year? Are you interested in meeting other new parents in your community? Join us at the library on the first Monday of every month for a casual parent meet-up! While you chat with other new parents and share resou......More

Did you welcome a new baby into your family in the last year? Are you interested in meeting other new parents in your community? Join us at the library on the first Monday of every month for a casual parent meet-up! While you chat with other new parents and share resources, your child can play with developmentally appropriate toys alongside other babies. We look forward to welcoming you and your baby to the library for a morning of conversation and play!