SF Public Library - Ortega
Upcoming Events (19)
Workshop: Glass Magnet
Join a hands-on glass magnet workshop at the SF Public Library – Ortega branch. Learn simple glass-handling basics and magnet mounting in a relaxed craft session suitable for adults.
LEGO & Magna-Tiles Free Play
Drop in for LEGO bricks and Magna-Tiles free play at SF Public Library—Anza. This kid-friendly, open-ended building session invites families to create, imagine, and explore together in a welcoming indoor space.
Film: 9 to 5
Outdoor screening of the 1980 workplace comedy '9 to 5' at SF Public Library - Park. This free evening film features stars Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton in an outdoor park setting, starting at 5 PM.
Book Club: Ulloa Reading Corner
Join SF Public Library’s Ulloa Reading Corner for a relaxed book-club discussion at West Portal. Meet fellow readers in a welcoming library setting to share impressions, favorite passages, and recommendations around the monthly pick. Free and casual, indoors at the library.
Art Studio Workshop
A hands-on art workshop at the SF Public Library – Merced where families and aspiring artists explore painting and mixed-media in a welcoming, hands-on studio setting. Perfect for curious kids and adults looking to try creative techniques in a community library.
Social: Puppy Dog Tales
Join the SF Public Library – West Portal for Puppy Dog Tales, a family-friendly storytelling session for kids featuring puppy-themed tales in a cozy, welcoming library setting. Expect warm voices, playful stories, and a casual, kid-friendly atmosphere that makes reading about puppies a joy.
Book Club: Trespassers at the Golden Gate
Join the SF Public Library's book club for a discussion of Trespassers at the Golden Gate. Held at the Ortega branch, this casual, intellectual meetup invites readers to explore themes and the San Francisco setting together.
Crochet Tutorial
Join an educational crochet tutorial at SF Public Library – West Portal. Learn foundational stitches, yarn basics, and beginner-friendly projects in a relaxed indoor setting, perfect for novices and curious crafters.
Improv Theatre
Join an lively Improv Theatre activity at SF Public Library – Anza, a casual, unscripted comedy experience for all ages. Audience suggestions spark quick-witted scenes in a welcoming, family-friendly library setting on March 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM.
Performance: Symbols of Love with Shahrzad Dance Company
Shahrzad Dance Company presents Symbols of Love at SF Public Library - Merced. This live dance performance explores love through contemporary movement and expressive staging in an intimate library setting.
Chess Club at SF Public Library – Ortega
Join the Chess Club at SF Public Library – Ortega for an afternoon of friendly games and learning. Open to players of all levels; bring a board or borrow one and connect with fellow enthusiasts in a welcoming library setting in San Francisco.
FULL Workshop: Pour & Glow Candle Making
Join a hands-on candle-making workshop at SF Public Library – Portola on March 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Learn wax pouring, scent blending, and finishing techniques in a friendly library setting; all materials are provided for a creative afternoon of DIY crafting.
Activity: Bubbleology
Join Bubbleology at SF Public Library – Merced for a playful, hands-on science activity about bubbles. Perfect for kids and families, this event explores bubble physics with demonstrations and interactive experiments in a welcoming library setting.
Coloring Activity
Canceled: Coloring activity at SF Public Library – Anza Branch. A kid-friendly, drop-in coloring session with crayons and coloring sheets in a quiet library nook. Family-friendly art fun designed for little artists to unwind together before storytime.
Storytime: Celebrating Passover
Storytime at SF Public Library West Portal celebrates Passover with books, songs, and crafts. Ideal for kids and families, this interactive session brings the holiday to life through stories and hands-on activities.
Buttons for Women's History
Join a hands-on workshop at SF Public Library to craft custom buttons inspired by women who shaped history. Learn simple button-making techniques, celebrate Women's History Month, and share quick bios in a welcoming, family-friendly library setting.
Workshop: Make a little notebook!
Join a hands-on DIY notebook-making workshop at SF Public Library - West Portal. Learn simple bookbinding and decorating techniques to create your own personal notebook in a welcoming library setting.
Social: Board Game Afternoon
Join SF Public Library - Park for a relaxed board game afternoon. Bring a favorite game or try a library-supplied selection; meet neighbors, share laughs, and enjoy casual play in a welcoming space. Perfect for families and adults looking for a low-key, social afternoon.
LEGO Motorcars
Join a hands-on Lego Motorcars activity at SF Public Library – Potrero. Kids and families build speedy car models from colorful bricks, guided by library staff, blending play with basic engineering concepts. A fun, creative afternoon in a welcoming city library setting.