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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- Melanated Women Read: Fearless and Free, by Josephine BakerLink visible for attendees
Melanated Women Read is a book discussion group by and especially for Black women. This month we discuss Fearless and Free, a memoir by Josephine Baker.
First published in France in 1949, this memoir has been published in English for the first time. Fearless and Free lets us get to know the iconic dancer, singer, spy, and Civil Rights activist in her own voice.
About Melanated Women Read:
Melanated Women Read is a virtual book group that is by and especially for Black women. The purpose and focus are on inspiring, uplifting reads, and providing a safe space for Black women to speak, vent and enjoy honest and open conversation.
The group chooses from books written by Black authors. The goal of this community-based group is to introduce a variety of Black writers who will help build a love of reading in a positive environment while meeting new people and gaining new perspectives.
Melanated Women Read meets virtually on the first Monday of each month.
Monday, August 04, 2025 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
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@menlolibrary on Twitter/X - Teen Media WednesdaysBelle Haven Library, Belle Haven Community Campus, Menlo Park, CA
Teens: we are now watching movies AND playing video games at the library! Join us for Teen Media Wednesdays, where we will either be watching a film or playing video games in the Teen Zone.
All films are rated PG-13 or lower and all video games are rated E10 or lower. Drop in and find out what the movie or game of the week is, and use the suggestion box in the Teen Zone to request future movies and games. Snacks are provided.
https://menlopark.gov/Government/Departments/Library-and-Community-Services/Events/Events-for-adults/202501-05-teen-media-wednesdays
This free event received funding support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library.
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@menlolibrary on Twitter - Garden Talk: Fall Crops to Grow NowLink visible for attendees
Join us online—or in person—to learn about easy-to-grow veggies and greens for the fall.
We will cover what varieties grow well in our area, and when and how to get them started.
Menlo Park Library garden talks take place online on the first Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday, August 06, 2025 | 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
This month's Garden Talk is a hybrid event! You may either attend in-person at Menlo Park Library, or view via Zoom webinar (register for link)
Zoom and Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St, Menlo Park, CA, 94025More free events with Menlo Park Library
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@menlolibrary on Twitter/X - Japanese Folktales with MegumiMenlo Park Library, Menlo Park, CA
Join us outside to enjoy enchanting Japanese folktales with the storyteller Megumi!
Savor the Japanese culture, as Megumi shares her favorite tales of whimsical, greedy, and generous spirits, goblins, animals and human beings.
About Megumi:
Born in Illinois, but raised in Japan for 7 years (ages 3-10) and California (age 10 on) by a Japanese mother and a European American father, Grace “Megumi” Fleming grew up as the oldest of five children. She adapted to this bicultural, bilingual, and turbulent family by emulating role models in real life and in stories.
Megumi delights in telling Japanese folktales she fondly remembers from her childhood. She is also passionate about telling World War II Japanese American Internment Camp narratives based on dozens of interviews she has conducted with former internees.
About Storytelling:
- Storytelling is telling stories, without using a book.
- It’s an ancient art form that predates libraries, and books and writing.
- It’s not necessarily for children!
- Traditional-style storytelling creates unique images in the mind of each listener.
According to the National Storytelling Network, “storytelling is the interactive art of using words and actions to reveal the elements and images of a story while encouraging the listener’s imagination. In storytelling, the listener imagines the story.”
This free event received funding support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library.
Thursday, August 07, 2025 | 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park, CA, 94025
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