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Library Programs 

Library Programs and Events 

Visit the Library and enjoy an array of activities! 

Harden Exhibit

New Art Exhibit
Madagascar: Plants & Insects

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Watercolors by Artists of the Mary L. Harden School of Botanical Illustration

 

This exciting new botanical art exhibition features original paintings of plants and pollinators of Madagascar. In this fifth exhibit of paintings by Mary Harden and her students, the artists wish to draw attention to and create appreciation of this unique and endangered habitat.

 

Join us for the artists' reception on February 9.

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Upcoming Art Exhibit
Translucent Flora

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Photographs by Harold Davis

June - September 2023

This beautiful new art exhibition features stunning botanical photographs by award-winning photographer and author Harold Davis. Using a special photographic technique, Harold Davis creates images of flowers and plants with an ethereal, translucent effect. The author of several books, his work is featured on two USPS Forever stamps.

 

Join us for the artists' reception on June 11.

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Story Time & Family Walk
Ask a Master Gardener

Story Time

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Looking for a fun and easy-to-coordinate outdoor activity? Join us for lively readings of nature-themed stories from the library’s collection.

 

Afterward, families are welcome to spend the day exploring the Garden. Be sure to enjoy the beautiful surroundings!

 

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Ask a Master Gardener

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Tuesdays 

10:30am - 1:30pm

Wonder why a plant is not thriving? Have a pest problem?

 

We've partnered with the UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties to bring you this FREE service to help with your own garden.

 

Stop by the Garden's Library of Horticulture on Tuesdays from 10:30am-1:30pm and ask your questions!

 

Please do not bring any plant sample, photos only.

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Library Crafts for Kids

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Join us at the library each month for fun garden and nature-themed crafts. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up.

 

Find out what this month's craft is >>

Craft for Kids
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