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.

Family Storytime

Join us for a fun and interactive story time! Enjoy 15 minutes of captivating stories followed by 15 minutes of imaginative play. Perfect for young children to develop a love for reading and creativity!

Open Sewing

Join us for open time to use the library’s sewing machines. Bring your own project or use some of our supplies to make your own. There will be no formal instruction, but assistance will be provided for the machines if necessary.

Free English Class | Clase de inglés gratuita

Learn English in this free in-person class taught by a certified instructor. We will learn and practice English, which will be helpful in your everyday life. Aprenda inglés en esta clase en persona gratuita enseñada por un instructor certificado. Aprenderemos y prac......More

Learn English in this free in-person class taught by a certified instructor. We will learn and practice English, which will be helpful in your everyday life. Aprenda inglés en esta clase en persona gratuita enseñada por un instructor certificado. Aprenderemos y practicaremos inglés que le ayudará en su vida diaria.

Art Studio

Join us for a self-led art experience at the library! Whether you are a beginner or simply looking to unwind creatively, our Art Studio invites you to explore your artistic side at your own pace. We will provide a selection of basic art materials to get you started.

Free Meals at the Library / Comida gratis en la biblioteca

Get your FREE meal at the Half Moon Bay Library. Adults and kids eat for free! Meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limited quantity available. For more information, contact our customer care. Reciba su comida GRATIS en la Biblioteca de Half Mo......More

Get your FREE meal at the Half Moon Bay Library. Adults and kids eat for free! Meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limited quantity available. For more information, contact our customer care. Reciba su comida GRATIS en la Biblioteca de Half Moon Bay. ¡Adultos y niños comen gratis! Las comidas se sirven por orden de llegada, con una cantidad limitada. Para más información, contacte con nuestro servicio de atención al cliente.

Ukulele Jam Group

Join our ukulele jam group for a morning of strumming and singing! We'll provide the music, and you bring the ukulele or ask at the front desk to borrow one of ours. Beginners welcome!

Musical Storytime

Let’s make music! Join us for a silly, funny, song-and-dance-filled storytime for all ages.

Gem Painting at the Library!

Gem Painting is taking the crafting world by storm. It’s the perfect mixture of paint-by-numbers and mosaic art, without the paint! Instead, tiny gems make a beautiful pattern and sparkle in the light. Gem Painting is a recurring series that invites creative makers to......More

Gem Painting is taking the crafting world by storm. It’s the perfect mixture of paint-by-numbers and mosaic art, without the paint! Instead, tiny gems make a beautiful pattern and sparkle in the light. Gem Painting is a recurring series that invites creative makers to gather in the same place on a regular basis. If you are interested in participating, attend the first Friday of the month where canvases will be provided, and then drop in on the dates that work for your schedule so you can work on your masterpiece. Participants are not required to attend every session, but we will only be accepting new participants on a monthly basis. As this project aims to gather creative makers in the community, each participant's gem painting materials will be labeled and held at the library until the month is complete. Check the schedule below for when we will provide canvases to new participants and when we will only allow pre-existing participants to drop in. August 1, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM -- Canvases available for new participants August 3, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 8, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 10, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 15, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 17, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 22,11:00 AM– 12:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 24, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. August 29,11:00 AM– 12:00 PM -- Drop in for pre-existing participants. New canvases will not be available at this session. This is a fun and relaxing activity that’s good for mental health and wellness. Come give it a try and socialize with your fellow community members. This program is for adults and seniors only.

Using Zoom for Meetings

Welcome to "Introduction to Using Zoom" a beginner-friendly class designed to help you confidently use Zoom for virtual meetings and collaboration. You'll learn how to: - Download and install Zoom on any device - Create an account and navigate the interface - Sched......More

Welcome to "Introduction to Using Zoom" a beginner-friendly class designed to help you confidently use Zoom for virtual meetings and collaboration. You'll learn how to: - Download and install Zoom on any device - Create an account and navigate the interface - Schedule, join, and host meetings - Use key features like screen sharing, chat, and breakout rooms - Record meetings and manage security settings By the end, you’ll be ready to run smooth, secure Zoom meetings for work, school, or social use.

Spanish Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingue

Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along. ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Ni......More

Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along. ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos.

California Mahjong for Adults

Come join in on the California Mahjong fun with this 6-week age friendly introductory workshop! California Mahjong is a form based on the British, Hong Kong, and Shanghai games. It's a bit like Gin Rummy with a nice mix of skill and luck! Give yourself the gift of lear......More

Come join in on the California Mahjong fun with this 6-week age friendly introductory workshop! California Mahjong is a form based on the British, Hong Kong, and Shanghai games. It's a bit like Gin Rummy with a nice mix of skill and luck! Give yourself the gift of learning this captivating and culturally rich game that will challenge your brain for life, while building and enjoying new friendships. Mahjong is more than a game; it's a social event! With a passion for learning, fun, and the power of building lifelong skills, Shelley Williamson in bringing people together to learn and enjoy California Mahjong. Seeing the joy on her students' faces as they learn this game of strategy and luck, while having a blast, is her ultimate reward.

Maker Exploration

Curious about all the fun tech in our Makerspace? Come and learn about our 3D printers, laser cutter, sewing machines, robots, virtual reality (VR) and much more! 

Free Meals at the Library / Comida gratis en la biblioteca

Get your FREE meal at the Half Moon Bay Library. Adults and kids eat for free! Meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limited quantity available. For more information, contact our customer care. Recib......More

Get your FREE meal at the Half Moon Bay Library. Adults and kids eat for free! Meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limited quantity available. For more information, contact our customer care. Reciba su comida GRATIS en la Biblioteca de Half Moon Bay. ¡Adultos y niños comen gratis! Las comidas se sirven por orden de llegada, con una cantidad limitada. Para más información, contacte con nuestro servicio de atención al cliente.