Children's Programs and Storytimes

Featured Children's Programs

Upcoming Events

storytime break Nov 2-5 and Nov 23-26
October storytimes

Weekly Storytimes

Join us for Storytime! Registration is not required for any of our storytimes. However, please note that space is limited, and capacity will be strictly enforced to ensure a comfortable experience for all attendees. Doors will open 15 minutes before the start of storytime. Adults must be accompanied by a child.

MAIN LIBRARY — Oak Room (60-person room capacity)
Mondays 10:15 AM & 11:00 AM - Move and Groove with Ms. Alisa, for ages 18 months-5 years
Tuesdays 10:15 AM & 11:00 AM - Baby Storytime with Ms. Erica, for ages 0-18 months
Wednesdays 10:15 AM & 11:00 AM - Toddler Storytime with Ms. Heather, for ages 18 months-3 years

MAIN LIBRARY — Book Bubble (48-person room capacity)
Wednesdays 5:30 PM - Pajama Storytime with Ms. Madison, for ages 0-5 years

Thursdays 5:30 PM - Pajama Storytime with Ms. Elena, for ages 0-5 years

HILLSDALE LIBRARY (35-person room capacity)
Mondays 10:30 AM - Toddler Storytime with Mr. Joey, for ages 18 months-3 years

Calendars

November 2026 Calendar

November 2026 calendar front
November 2026 calendar back

Calendario de noviembre de 2026

November 2026 calendar front- Spanish
November 2026 calendar back- Spanish

November Nonsense!

November silly calendar

Tech Lending Devices for Children

Launchpads

Launchpads are tablets that are pre-loaded with content, designed with a simple, easy-to-use interface, and 100% secure. Launchpads don't require Wi-Fi and there is nothing to download. Learn more about Launchpads and read how they can help bridge the digital divide. 

Launchpads can be checked out for 21 days, limit to 3 per card, and cannot be held or renewed. Launchpads are only available to San Mateo residents or San Mateo Public Library card holders. 

Playaway Launchpads and other technology lending devices were generously funded by the San Mateo Public Library Foundation.

The Pre-Loaded Tablet

Social Media

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