Olive Holbrook-Palmer willed her 22-acre estate to the town in 1958 — it is effectively Atherton's only public ground.
Caltrain's Atherton stop, a flag stop since 1913, saw its last scheduled train in 2020.
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 AM
Family Storytime With Stay and Play! — Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children's room at the Atherton Library. Storytime will be held for the first 30 minutes of the hour. After Storytime, join
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Sat, Oct 31 · 11:00 AM
Maker Exploration for Families — Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Sun, Nov 1 · 12:00 PM
Drop-In Sewing Machine Basics — Interested in picking up the fun life skill of sewing? Not sure how to get started? Our Drop-in Sewing Machine Basics session will be perfect for you! You’ll be guided through all the basics of using a Baby Lock Jubilant machine. From winding a bobbin and threading the machine to running some simple stitches. We’ll help you le
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Mon, Nov 2 · 12:00 PM
Baby Bounce Storytime With Stay and Play! — Bring your bouncing baby to our weekly playtime, full of nursery rhymes and songs you can do together to stimulate your baby’s development. Ideal for newborns up to 18 months old, but all are welcome. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in open-ended exploration and learning in the company
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Mon, Nov 2 · 6:00 PM
Teen Hangout: Clay Charms — Held on the first open Monday of every month, each Teen Hangout session features a new theme with art projects, music, snacks, and casual social time. This month join us in making clay charms. Make some for your desk or add them to a keychain the possibilities are endless. No registration required, as supplies last.
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Tue, Nov 3 · 10:30 AM
Signs and Rhymes Storytime With Stay and Play! — Let's read, sing, sign, and rhyme together! Play together with your little one as we learn simple sign language and fun ways to fingerplay alongside our stories and music each week. This storytime welcomes all ages, from babies to toddlers to preschoolers and beyond! This event will be held in the children's r
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Tue, Nov 3 · 12:00 PM
Art Nook: Paper Diyas and Rangolis — Join us for a papercraft day all about celebrating Diwali! We'll be making folded paper diyas and tissue paper rangolis to help make your home cozy and colorful for the Festival of Lights. No registration required, as supplies last.
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Tue, Nov 3 · 1:30 PM
Day of the Dead: Mini Ofrendas — Build your own mini altar to celebrate Day of the Dead! Local artist Elizabeth Jiménez Montelongo will guide you through the process, demonstrating each step. She will also share some information on basic altar elements and the Indigenous roots of the tradition. There is opportunity for creative liberty and personalization of
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane
Tue, Nov 3 · 5:30 PM
Maker Exploration — Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D printers, Laser Cutters, and more!
Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane