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AANHPI Heritage Month

Explore library resources and upcoming events to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage (AANHPI) Month.

Jewish American Heritage Month

Check out some great books and join us for a Jewish History Month storytime!

Mental Health Awareness Month

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we've compiled various resources to support your mental health.

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Staff Picks

Staff Picks

Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month

Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with books that highlight the diverse voices, stories, and experiences of these vibrant communities.

Jewish Heritage Month

"The opposite of love is not hate, it's indifference." — Elie Wiesel

Jazz Appreciation Month

Dive into the rich history, legendary artists, and cultural impact of jazz with our curated collection for Jazz Appreciation Month.

Picture Books for SWANA Heritage Month

April is Southwest Asian and North African Heritage Month! Enjoy these picture books written about and by SWANA people. updated 2025

eLibrary News

eLibrary News

AI Storytelling 2.0

One of our most popular programs —AI Storytelling— returned with a 2025 reboot! Read all about it & view finished AI projects on YouTube.

AI Wonder World Hackathon

In the AI Hackathon at Mitchell Park Library middle schoolers tackled climate change & mental health. Join the next on Mar 23, 2025!

If eBooks are digital, why is there sometimes a delay?

A few days ago the NPR Podcasts channel on YouTube posted a short video that caught our attention here in the library...

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Events

The Beauty of Math: People, Patterns, and Possibilities

Celebrate Women in Math Day (May 12th) with books honoring Maryam Mirzakhani and the brilliant, diverse minds behind mathematical discovery.

Bay Area Hiking Guides for Memorial Day Weekend

Trail maps in one hand, hiking book in the other. Weekend adventures honoring the journey—on foot and on the page.

Local Gardening Resources

Explore local gardening resources! Find workshops, plant sales, and stop by our Rinconada seed library to grow your garden.

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Teen Reads: Mental Health Matters

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, check out these stories that share different experiences and stories around the topic.

Mental Health Awareness Month

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we've compiled various resources to support your mental health.

Teen Volunteering in Palo Alto

Learn more about how to get involved with local service opportunities.

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PACL Recommends: Graphic Novels for Grades K-3

Check out these staff recommended graphic novels for grades K-3.

Book Recommendations by Reading Level

Looking for books for your child but not sure where to start? Check out this guide for recommendations based on reading level.

Family Resources at the Library: TK-5th Grade

Support your child's learning with a variety of literacy-based programs and resources available through the library.
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