10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Circus of Smiles
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Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join us at the Children's Library in the Secret Garden for a performance by Circus of Smiles . This family friendly show is filled with non-stop excitement and theatrics that will have you laughing, participating, and hoping for even more! This program is part of our 2026 Summer Reading Program: Oceans of Possibilities . Don't forget to sign up for the free program to earn badges and prizes! Thank you to the Friends of the Palo Alto Library (FOPAL) for their generous support.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers. Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable.
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Family Craft: Watercolor Painting
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Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Make a summer-inspired watercolor painting! Children ages 4–11 are invited to make a painting using watercolor paints, brushes, watercolor paper, and more. All materials will be provided. Family Craft events are designed for children and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers. Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable.
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Explore Possibilities with Nature Journaling
Source
Children's Library, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Poet Mary Oliver 's advice for life is to "pay attention, be astonished, and tell about it" -- something you can do on the road or even close to home! Nature journaling is one such activity that encourages you to pay close attention to your surroundings, get curious, and put it all down on paper so you can easily share or reflect on your own memories and experiences. During this workshop, attendees will be led through a series of exercises to warm up their eyes and hands. We will venture outside, sketching as we go. Pencils and small sketchbooks, as well as a resource list, will be provided to use and take home. No artistic experience is necessary! This workshop is about the process, and people of all levels are encouraged to attend. Due to the outdoor location of this event, children and tweens should be accompanied by their adult.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers. Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable.
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Disco Bubbles with Daisy
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join us at the Children's Library in the Secret Garden for an afternoon disco bubble show with Daisy ! Daisy's mission is to spread smiles through kindness and joy, building dreams and memories through positive, inclusive words, shapes, and laughter. Join us for a fun-filled experience that will leave you feeling happy and uplifted! This program is part of our 2026 Summer Reading Program: Oceans of Possibilities . Don't forget to sign up for the free program to earn badges and prizes! Thank you to the Friends of the Palo Alto Library (FOPAL) for their generous support.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Music and Puppets with Mr. Elephant
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join us at the Children's Library in the Secret Garden to enjoy tunes with musician Mr. Elephant ! Mr. Elephant is an Oakland-based speech therapist who makes award-winning music for little learners (and big ones too!) alongside his hilarious gang of puppets. As seen on YouTube and GoNoodle, his songs are full of movement, language and laughter and are accessible and fun for all ages and abilities. Come join us! This program is part of our 2026 Summer Reading Program: Oceans of Possibilities . Don't forget to sign up for the free program to earn badges and prizes! Thank you to the Friends of the Palo Alto Library (FOPAL) for their generous support.
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Family Craft: Pick Your Own!
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Choose from a variety of craft supplies to create whatever you want! Children ages 4–11 are invited to make a craft using a variety of supplies, such as yarn, paper, scissors, glue, paint, stickers, and more. All materials will be provided. Family Craft events are designed for children and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Treetop Room, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Treetop Room, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Treetop Room, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Treetop Room, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Secret Garden, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Please note that this storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Access to the Secret Garden outside is weather dependent. Storytime will be held inside when the garden is unavailable. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Little Ones Storytime
Source
Children's Library, Treetop Room, 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Join Librarian Heidi on Wednesday mornings at 10:30AM for Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is targeted to children under the age of two and their caregivers.