Teen Clothing Swap

Clean out your closet, drop off clothes in good condition between Monday, May 5 to Friday, June 6, and come pick out some new threads on Tuesday, June 17! After dropping off clean and freshly washed clothes in the donation bins, staff at the information desk will giv......More

Clean out your closet, drop off clothes in good condition between Monday, May 5 to Friday, June 6, and come pick out some new threads on Tuesday, June 17! After dropping off clean and freshly washed clothes in the donation bins, staff at the information desk will give you a certificate to bring to the Teen Clothing Swap. One piece of clothing donated equals one ticket that can be used to pick out something new. Please no: shoes, socks, offensive logos/text, damaged clothing, or younger children’s sizes. Questions? Email teenclothingswap25@gmail.com

San Ramon LEGO® Club

Special time this week! Playing with LEGO® blocks encourages creativity, problem solving and teamwork. Join us and learn while having fun! Generously sponsored by The San Ramon Library Foundation.

Summer Fun: Games & Goodies - Charades and Pictionary

Join us at this week's Games & Goodies for exciting games of Charades and Pictionary. Draw, act and guess your way to victory. Get ready for laughs, creativity and fast paced fun. Come for the fun, stay for the goodies! Doors Close when program reaches capacity. ......More

Join us at this week's Games & Goodies for exciting games of Charades and Pictionary. Draw, act and guess your way to victory. Get ready for laughs, creativity and fast paced fun. Come for the fun, stay for the goodies! Doors Close when program reaches capacity. Refreshments and prizes available each week thanks to the generous donations of the San Ramon Library Foundation. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Verses & Voices Poetry Workshop - Summer Session

New Time:  5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Discover the power of words this summer at the Library with Verses & Voices! Join us for a dynamic poetry program led by the City’s Poet Laureate, Jaz Sufi. Dive into the beauty of poetry, engage in a thought-provoking discussion, and unle......More

New Time:  5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Discover the power of words this summer at the Library with Verses & Voices! Join us for a dynamic poetry program led by the City’s Poet Laureate, Jaz Sufi. Dive into the beauty of poetry, engage in a thought-provoking discussion, and unleash your creativity through guided writing. Perfect for poetry lovers and budding writers alike! This program is a welcoming space for adults and teens to connect, reflect, and create. Registration recommended. Update:  This workshop is best suited to adults and teens age 16 and up.

Storytime

Read! Talk! Sing! Play! Join us for Storytime and enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, movement and fun. Attending Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for young children to develop language, early literacy and social skills.  Participants are welcome to stay for a 15-minu......More

Read! Talk! Sing! Play! Join us for Storytime and enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, movement and fun. Attending Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for young children to develop language, early literacy and social skills.  Participants are welcome to stay for a 15-minute play session at the end of storytime. This Storytime, for children ages 1-5, will have a little something for everyone.  All ages and abilities are welcome. For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours notice.

Dungeons & Dragons®

Come play Dungeons & Dragons® with other teens. Our teen docents will create the campaigns.  Dungeons & Dragons® is a role-playing adventure game. Players explore fantasy worlds and embark on epic quest. Please be advised, this program is designed for teens only, ages......More

Come play Dungeons & Dragons® with other teens. Our teen docents will create the campaigns.  Dungeons & Dragons® is a role-playing adventure game. Players explore fantasy worlds and embark on epic quest. Please be advised, this program is designed for teens only, ages 13 and older. For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours' notice. Programming is made possible thanks to support from the San Ramon Library Foundation and Contra Costa County Dungeons & Dragons®.

Chess Club

Practice your chess skills and meet other chess players for games at the library. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Our teen docent, with 5 years of experience at USCF, is available for help and strategy tips. Chess boards are provided, or bring your own. Fo......More

Practice your chess skills and meet other chess players for games at the library. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Our teen docent, with 5 years of experience at USCF, is available for help and strategy tips. Chess boards are provided, or bring your own. For accommodations, please call the library with 72 hours' notice. Programming is made possible thanks to support from the San Ramon Library Foundation.

Botanical Illustrations and More Workshop

Create your own floral-themed masterpiece. Join local artist Annemarie Baldauf for a Botanical Illustrations and More Workshop. Learn how to sketch delicate flowers using pencils and experiment with 3D printing pens (adults only) to bring your floral designs to life in......More

Create your own floral-themed masterpiece. Join local artist Annemarie Baldauf for a Botanical Illustrations and More Workshop. Learn how to sketch delicate flowers using pencils and experiment with 3D printing pens (adults only) to bring your floral designs to life in three dimensions. Additional hands-on floral projects will be available for youth. Registration suggested. Generously sponsored by the San Ramon Library Foundation. Enjoy the Talk while you finish your art project! At 2:30 p.m., experience the beauty and symbolism of flowers in Asian Art and Culture led by Asian Art Museum docent Jane Dalisay. Attendees of the Language of Flowerswill step into a world where flowers speak volumes and take home a real flower to brighten your space! Floral-themed gifts will be given to attendees while supplies last.

The Language of Flowers with the Asian Art Museum

Experience the Beauty and Symbolism of Flowers in Asian Art and Culture Step into a world where flowers speak volumes. Explore the rich symbolism and artistic expression of flowers in the arts and cultures of Asia through stunning objects from the Asian Art Museum’s p......More

Experience the Beauty and Symbolism of Flowers in Asian Art and Culture Step into a world where flowers speak volumes. Explore the rich symbolism and artistic expression of flowers in the arts and cultures of Asia through stunning objects from the Asian Art Museum’s permanent collection. Since ancient times, flowers have flourished in gardens and inspired generations of artists — representing everything from human emotions to divine qualities. Volunteer docent Jane Dalisay will guide you through the stories and meanings behind some of Asia’s most iconic blooms, including the lotus, plum blossom, cherry blossom, chrysanthemum, tulip, and rose. Discover the deep cultural roots and timeless beauty of these treasured flowers. Arrive early to ensure your seat — and take home a real flower to brighten your space! Floral-themed gifts will be given to attendees while supplies last. Make Art Before the Talk! Come one hour early to create your own floral-themed masterpiece. At 1:30 p.m., join local artist Annemarie Baldauffor a Botanical Illustrations and More Workshop. Learn how to sketch delicate flowers using pens and watercolors or experiment with 3D printing pens (adults only) to bring your floral designs to life in three dimensions. Additional hands-on floral projects will be available for youth. Registration suggested. Generously sponsored by the San Ramon Library Foundation.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime is a fun mix of songs, books, and stories, suited for 3-5 year-olds, but all are welcome. Children will develop language, literacy, and social skills alongside their families. No registration is required. For special accommodations, please contact th......More

Family Storytime is a fun mix of songs, books, and stories, suited for 3-5 year-olds, but all are welcome. Children will develop language, literacy, and social skills alongside their families. No registration is required. For special accommodations, please contact the library with 72 hours notice.

Read to a Dog!

This program is for children in 1st-5th grade. Pre-registration is required at the information desk or by calling 925.973.2850. Reading with dogs is a great way for children to practice their reading skills. Children read aloud for 15 minutes to a dog from the Allianc......More

This program is for children in 1st-5th grade. Pre-registration is required at the information desk or by calling 925.973.2850. Reading with dogs is a great way for children to practice their reading skills. Children read aloud for 15 minutes to a dog from the Alliance for Therapy Dogs in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment. Dogs are great listeners!

Verses & Voices Poetry Workshop - Summer Session

New Time:  5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Discover the power of words this summer at the Library with Verses & Voices! Join us for a dynamic poetry program led by the City’s Poet Laureate, Jaz Sufi. Dive into the beauty of poetry, engage in a thought-provoking discussion, and unle......More

New Time:  5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Discover the power of words this summer at the Library with Verses & Voices! Join us for a dynamic poetry program led by the City’s Poet Laureate, Jaz Sufi. Dive into the beauty of poetry, engage in a thought-provoking discussion, and unleash your creativity through guided writing. Perfect for poetry lovers and budding writers alike! This program is a welcoming space for adults and teens to connect, reflect, and create. Registration recommended. Update:  This workshop is best suited to adults and teens age 16 and up.

Storytime

Read! Talk! Sing! Play! Join us for Storytime and enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, movement and fun. Attending Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for young children to develop language, early literacy and social skills.  Participants are welcome to stay for a 15-minu......More

Read! Talk! Sing! Play! Join us for Storytime and enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, movement and fun. Attending Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for young children to develop language, early literacy and social skills.  Participants are welcome to stay for a 15-minute play session at the end of storytime. This Storytime, for children ages 1-5, will have a little something for everyone.  All ages and abilities are welcome. For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours notice.

Pop-Up Crafternoon

Join us in the children's area for a fun craft! Generously sponsored by The San Ramon Library Foundation.