San Carlos Branch Library
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March 20, 2-3 PM: Spring Gardening – Healthy Adventures Foundation

  Step into the enchanting world of spring with a gardening class! Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a budding enthusiast, this class promises to inspire and equip you with the knowledge and skills to make your garden flourish. Presented by the Healthy Adventures Foundation. View flyer: Spring Gardening Continue Reading >

March 18: Celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year!

Wednesday March 18, 4:00-5:00 p.m., the San Carlos Branch Library is celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year!  We are excited to bring this Persian traditional celebration to the community.  We will be speaking about the significance of this holiday and the cultural traditions partaken in to celebrate the beginning of Spring.  Come join us for some fun festivities, which will include live music by DORNOB and delicious Persian treats!  All ages are welcome View Nowruz, Persian New Year Continue Reading >

MARCH 4 – MAY 3: Michael Leyva

March 4 - May 3, we will feature artwork by Michael Leyva in the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery of the San Carlos Branch Library. Join us in welcoming Mike at his Artist Reception on 3/21, noon - 2:00 p.m.  Working in acrylic on canvas and wood, Mike creates vibrant, colorful paintings inspired by the ocean, coastal landscapes, and botanicals. Focusing on the ocean has become especially meaningful in recent years. As a recent stage 4 cancer survivor, painting... Continue Reading >

Latest New Titles

The newest books that our librarians have added to the San Carlos Branch Library collection for this month:

February 2026 New Books - Adult

February 2026 New Books - Youth

JANUARY 6 – MARCH 3: Michiyo Matsuura

January 6 - March 3, we will feature artwork by Michiyo Matsuura in the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery of the San Carlos Branch Library. Join us in welcoming Michiyo at her Artist Reception on 1/17, noon - 2:00 p.m.  Michiyo Matsuura is a native of Japan and deeply influenced by its art and culture. Her artwork depicts the humbleness of everyday life and the serenity of her natural surroundings. Through collage and mixed media, she experiments with materials... Continue Reading >