Summer Stride

Workshop: Rafael Rope and Bracelets with The Ohlone Sisters

Sunday, 8/9/2026
1:30 - 2:30
Merced Patio
Merced

155 Winston Drive
San Francisco, CA 94132
United States

415-355-2825

Ohlone Rafael creates hand-crafted ropes and bracelets inspired by Ohlone traditions and teachings. Each piece reflects a deep connection to land, community, and ancestral knowledge, emphasizing care, strength, and balance to the land. Through this work, Rafael honors Indigenous practices while sharing stories of resilience and cultural continuity. participants will be able to take home their rope and bracelet. For ages 5 and older. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-2825.

Connect: The Ohlone Sisters – Website | The Ohlone Sisters – Instagram

Make + Do

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Summer Stride

Summer Stride is the Library's annual summer learning, reading and exploration program for all ages and abilities. Read and learn with the Library all summer long.

First Person: Indigenous and Native Peoples Interest

Connect to engaging discussions and performances related to Indigenous Peoples.

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Spotlight

This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

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