Spring Into Some Exciting Learning Opportunities ;)

Arts & crafts fun inside the makerspace!

Comic book artists present a reading of their comic art followed by a Q&A session.

In this class, patrons learned how to grow a variety of vegetables, herbs, and even fruits on a patio.

Library staff assisting with 'Free Comic Book Day 2024'

Check out more photos and videos on our social media!

This Week's Highlights

Bike to

Wherever Day

Stop by the Bay Area Bike to Wherever Day's Energizer Station as you pedal to work, school, the library, or wherever!

We will have a snacks available for you, and swag bags. To receive a bag, simply pledge to ride.

*While supplies last.

*Limit one bag per family.

Register Here:

Pledge to ride wherever!

Friday May 17

8:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Library | Parks & Recreation Center

901 Civic Campus Way

(Energizer Station)

Asian Art Museum Presents: Art Across Asia

What constitutes a "masterpiece?" Why are some objects considered masterworks while others are relegated to lesser positions?

Explore some answers as illustrated by a few of the very best treasures of the Asian Art Museum. Fabulous statues, ancient bronzes, mystic jade, delicate ceramics, and evocative paintings – let them engulf you in their amazing beauty & workmanship. These are masterworks from the vast & varied regions we call Asia, which stretches from the Mediterranean to Pacific.

Zoom registration required for online viewing. No registration required if attending in-person.

Thursday, May 16

2:00 PM

Main Library

901 Civic Campus Way

* This program is made possible by the South San Francisco Friends of the Library.

SSF's Oyster Point Dragons

Learn about the history and basics of the sport of dragon boating in this presentation led by South San Francisco's Oyster Point Dragons (OPD).

Formed in 2012, OPD is the only dragon boat team ever to be based out of Oyster Point Marina. This paddling team consists of a diverse group of individuals, ages 13 to 78, including strong athletes, and cancer and heart attack survivors.

Find out about their various community-focused programs and how to get involved.

Open to anyone ages 12 and above.

Sunday, May 19

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Main Library

901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Community Room

Upcoming Programs for Adults

Tech Tuesday: Google Photos

Tuesday, May 14, 12:00 PM

Main Library, 901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Digital Media Lab

Learn how to use Google Photos to manage your photo collection including how to create folders, share pictures and use Google’s photo editing tools. 

English Conversation Club *New time!*

Tuesday May 14, 4:00 PM (Every Tuesday)

Grand Ave Library, 306 Walnut Ave

Are you an English Learner? Drop into the Grand Avenue Library on Tuesday Mornings to practice your English conversational skills. All levels are welcome. No registration is necessary!

¿Eres un estudiante de inglés? Ven a practicar tus habilidades de conversación en inglés con nosotros. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. ¡No es necesario registrarse!  Los martes a las 4:00 PM.

您在學習英文嗎？每 週二早上來到 Grand Avenue 圖書館練習英語會話技巧。歡迎所有程度的人。無需註冊！每週二下午 4 點。

Mending Hour

Thursday, May 16, 1:00 PM (Every Thursday)

Main Library, 901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Discovery Center Makerspace



Join us in the Discovery Center for a mini-mending workshop. There will be sewing machines, thread and needles to put your torn stuff back in good repair. Staff will be available for assistance.

French Conversation Group

Thursday, May 16, 6:00 PM (Every Thursday)

Main Library, 901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Community Room

Join us to practice speaking and listening to French and meet new friends! Some knowledge of French is recommended.

Joignez-nous pour pratiquer votre français et faire de nouveaux amis! Cet évènement est recommandé aux personnes qui parlent déjà un peu de français.

Chair Yoga

Friday, May 17, 1:00 PM

Main Library, 901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Community Room

A monthly Chair Yoga class designed for seniors but open to all 18 and up.

Taught by Aditi Sharma, a certified RYT-200 instructor, this class is tailored to offer gentle, accessible yoga practices that promote mobility, flexibility, and well-being.

No prior yoga experience is required, and all levels of fitness are welcome.

SSF Teenager Opportunities

Gene Mullin Community Learning Center: Teen Internship

Attention high school-aged teens in South San Francisco! This summer, an exciting teen internship opportunity awaits you at the South San Francisco Public Library Gene Mullin Community Learning Center. Join us in providing elementary students with a fun-filled summer!

Apply Here.

Jobs for Youth Workshop: The Interview

Wednesday, May 15, 4:00 PM

Grand Ave Library, 306 Walnut Ave

South San Francisco Public Library is excited to partner with San Mateo County's Jobs for Youth program in offering a series of job-seeking workshops for teens!

Join us at our Grand Avenue Branch on May 15 for The Interview:

Succeed in the job interview! Learn the purpose of an interview and how to best prepare. Cover common questions you are likely to encounter, practice closing with a Passion Pitch, and discover and how to follow up effectively. Youth will be invited to participate in one or more of the following exercises:

1. Interview Reflection
2. Preparing for the Interview 
3. Interview Questions  
4. The Passion Pitch
5. Interview Follow-Up

All young people between the ages of 14 and 21 are eligible to attend.

Jobs for Youth (JFY) is a County of San Mateo program that takes a holistic approach to serving the County’s youth, by encouraging them to seek careers and higher education that align with their own passions, providing one-on-one coaching & mentoring, and promoting long-term networking opportunities through the Jobs for Youth Alumni Association. Visit them online at www.jobsforyouth.org.

Children + Youth Programs

Happy Baby Signs Storytime

Wednesday, May 15th, 10:30 AM

(Every Wednesday through June)

Main Library, 901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Youth Library

Children from 0-6 years (along with their parents and caregivers) will have fun laughing, signing and singing. Teacher Bill integrates American Sign Language (ASL) into his storytime.

* This program is made possible by the South San Francisco Friends of the Library.

Bilingual Family Literacy Workshop (Spanish/English)

Wednesday, May 15,11:00 AM (Every Wednesday)

Community Learning Center, 520 Tamarack Lane

Join our family literacy workshops every Wednesday from 11:00am to 12:00pm, at the Gene Mullin Community Learning Center. Tailored for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers, the program offers engaging storytimes, activities fostering early literacy, songs, book giveaways, and chances to win prizes! Enhance your child's love for learning and reading together!

For more information, email projectread@ssf.net

Introduction to Scratch Coding

Wednesday, May 15, 2:30 - 4:00 PM

Main Library, 901 Civic Campus Way

2nd Floor Digital Media Lab

Curious about coding? This beginners Scratch program is a great event to learn coding in a fun and interactive way! Perfect for families and kids.

This program runs for every Wednesday during the month of May.

Aloha, Summer! Moana Sing-Along Party

Saturday, May 25, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Grand Ave Library, 306 Walnut Ave

Say Aloha to summer with a tropical Disney sing-along! Watch one of our all-time favorites, Moana, while making character-inspired crafts and accessories!



Moana will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. and runs approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes. Snacks will be provided; dress-up is encouraged!

Library Resources

Kanopy: Films for AAPI Month

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with us this May! Explore curated collection of films highlighting the rich diversity and contributions of AAPI communities. Join us in honoring this vibrant heritage.

Free streaming with your SSFPL library card.

Visit Kanopy.

Brainfuse HelpNow

The end of the school year means finals and projects are due! But don’t worry, you can visit Brainfuse to connect with a free live online tutor to help you succeed.

¡El fin del año escolar significa la entrega de proyectos y la presentación de exámenes! Pero no se preocupe, puede visitar Brainfuse para conectarse en vivo con un tutor en línea para ayudarlo a tener éxito.

South City Explorer Pack

Spring is here, and it’s time to go outdoors! Before your next adventure, stop by the Main Library to check out a South City Explorer Pack—oh and don’t forget to check out a CA State Parks Pass too. South City Explorer Packs include binoculars, hiking poles, animal and plant guides, and more.  

Check out a South City Explorer Pack at the 3rd floor Info Desk of the Library | Parks & Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way. Please email lein@plsinfo.org with any questions.  

Backpacks can only be checked out at the Main Library and must be returned to the 3rd floor Info Desk of the Library.  

This Parks Pass Backpack Program was supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.  

SSFPL Hours

For accommodations: Call 650-829-3860 at least 10 days prior to request sign language or other accommodations. Please refrain from wearing scented products to programs. Masks are strongly recommended to protect the elderly, immunocompromised, or people who are not vaccinated.