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The City of Menlo Park's libraries offer a variety of programs, including art events, author talks, info sessions, craft sessions, music events, and more. To make the most of our programming efforts and this meetup page, we’d love for you to get involved. If you come to a program, say hi and let us know you saw it on meetup. If you have an idea for something you’d like to see at the library, send us a message. The library is a great space for community meetups and we’d love to play a role in making those connections!
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sensory-Friendly Film Screening: Sleeping BeautyMenlo Park Library, Menlo Park, CA
Join us for a Disney Princess Film Festival! Our sensory-friendly series will bring you all of the princess films, from 1937’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to 2024’s Moana 2.
Open to all! No registration required. Caregiver/parent must be present with each child.
Your host for the movies will be Ed Sagurton III, who will give a brief introduction to each film. Ed is a new resident to Menlo Park, having moved here from Bangkok, Thailand, in 2023. Ed is a high-functioning autistic person and a big fan of Disney films.
What makes a movie sensory friendly?
Sensory-friendly movies are an experience for all families, designed with special needs in mind:
- Lights remain on (window shades down)
- Sound is lowered
- Subtitles are on
- Attendees are welcome to move about and interact
- Feel free to bring your own snacks and fidget toys
The Schedule:
| Sept. 5 | Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs |
| Sept. 12 | Cinderella |
| Sept. 19 | Sleeping Beauty |
| Oct. 3 | The Little Mermaid |
| Oct. 10 | Beauty & the Beast |
| Oct. 17 | Aladdin |
| Oct. 24 | Pocahontas |
| Nov. 7 | Mulan |
| Nov. 21 | The Princess and the Frog |
| Dec. 5 | Tangled |
| Dec. 12 | Brave |
| Dec. 19 | Moana |
| Dec. 26 | Raya and the Last Dragon |
| Jan. 2 | Moana 2 |This free event series received funding support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library.
Friday, September 19, 2025 | 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park, CA, 94025More free events with Menlo Park Library
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@menlolibrary on Twitter/X - A (Very) Adult StorytimeMenlo Park Library, Menlo Park, CA
It’s storytime! And for all that is good—leave the kids at home!
We’re hosting an after-hours, adults-only storytime, complete with adult beverages.
We’ll share some picture books that are fantastic, but (uhhm) somewhat above the age level of our regular storytime audiences.
Join us for a storytime just for you!
Friday, September 19, 2025 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park, CAMore free events with Menlo Park Library
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@menlolibrary on Twitter/X - Instrument Petting ZooBelle Haven Library, Belle Haven Community Campus, Menlo Park, CA
It’s an interactive concert and instrument petting zoo, especially for curious minds under 10!
The award-winning musicians and teaching artists of Chamber Music by the Bay are joining us for a fun and imagination-sparking musical adventure.
Experience:
- An interactive musical performance (viola/cello duo)
- Learn how string instruments work
- Try your hand at the viola and cello
- Especially geared for young audience members ages ten and below
About Chamber Music by the Bay:
Chamber Music by the Bay aims to foster teamwork, communication, artistic expression, and creative thinking between professional musicians, youth, and communities by bringing chamber music performances and educational programs to pre-K-12 schools, libraries, and hospitals throughout the Bay Area.
This free event received funding support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library.
Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Belle Haven Library, 100 Terminal Ave., Menlo Park, CAMore free events with Menlo Park Library
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@menlolibrary on Twitter/X - Tea & TarotMenlo Park Library, Menlo Park, CA
Join us for tea and conversation around the tarot deck.
Socialize and practice your skills reading the tarot. Although this isn’t an instructional course, meet like-minded people who can share their tarot experiences.
Decks won’t be provided, but tea and tarot-themed book recommendations will, so prepare to get cozy and pull some cards.
BYO cards and join us!
This free event received funding support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library.
- Sunday, August 17, 2025 | 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
- Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
- Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
- Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
- Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park, CA, 94025
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