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Top Summer Reads For Free at San Francisco Public Library
Mayo 20, 2026
SAN FRANCISCO — With summer break and vacations within reach, San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) offers its hottest titles in print, ebook and audiobook formats. With 28 library locations across the City, and platforms such as Libby and Hoopla that make it easy to download digital formats with a simple Wifi connection, your next summer read is just moments away.
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Library Celebrates Bruce Lee with Two New Library Card Designs, Films Screenings, Martial Arts, Mahjong and More
Mayo 14, 2026
In honor of local legend Bruce Lee, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) is hosting an exciting afternoon of programs, including a martial arts demonstration, screen printing, crafts, mahjong, and classic Bruce Lee film screenings. Events are for all ages and are free to the public.
San Mateo County Libraries and San Francisco Public Library Partner for Library Day with the San Francisco Giants
Abril 23, 2026
A celebration of reading, community and baseball returns April 26 with free pre-game festivities and special game-day ticket offers.
Community Creativity Takes Center Stage at 65th Annual Potrero Hill Artists’ Exhibition
Abril 22, 2026
San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) proudly presents the 65th Annual Potrero Hill Artists’ Exhibition, a beloved neighborhood tradition celebrating the creativity and diversity of local artists. On view from May 9 through August 29, 2026 at the Potrero Branch Library, this milestone exhibition continues a legacy that has brought the community together for more than six decades.
Family, Literacy, Community: 27 Years of Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros
Abril 17, 2026
San Francisco Public Library and Department of Early Childhood invite families to the 27th Annual Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros festival, a free celebration of the importance of literacy that welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Explore AANHPI Heritage In May at San Francisco Public Library
Abril 16, 2026
“Weaving Stories,” the Library’s celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month, offers more than 50 events across the City
Help Nature Help Us for Earth Day with San Francisco Public Library
Abril 14, 2026
SAN FRANCISCO — In honor of Earth Day, San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) presents an in-depth panel that delves into California’s pioneering nature conservation efforts, led by California Natural Resources Agency’s (CNRA’s) Secretary Wade Crowfoot and featuring leaders in local conservation and environmental justice.
San Francisco’s Main Library Celebrates its 30th Anniversary
Abril 10, 2026
The Main Library is honoring its 30th anniversary with a series of special programs, including a panel with past, present and future Library leaders on April 14.