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Free Radon Detector Loan Program to Promote Home Safety

七月 15, 2026

San Francisco, CA, July 20, 2026 — San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) is now offering free radon detectors for checkout, empowering residents to test their homes for this invisible, odorless and tasteless radioactive gas. Made possible through a partnership with the California Department of Public Health Indoor Radon Program, this initiative aims to increase awareness and reduce the health risks associated with radon exposure.  

Library Launches Open Call for 2027 Summer Stride Artist

六月 15, 2026

San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) invites Bay Area children's book illustrators to apply for the role of featured artist for its 2027 Summer Stride program. This annual citywide reading and learning initiative, presented in partnership with Mayor Daniel Lurie, the National Park Service and the San Francisco Unified School District, aims to foster literacy and community engagement for all ages.

Top Summer Reads For Free at San Francisco Public Library

五月 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

五月 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.

Community Creativity Takes Center Stage at 65th Annual Potrero Hill Artists’ Exhibition

四月 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.