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Menlo Park Library @MenloLibrary

Menlo Park Library and Belle Haven Library are operated by the City of Menlo Park.

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This Thursday afternoon, for ages 6-Adult: learn about finger knitting! No needles or other tools involved; use just your fingers and yarn to knit an armband, necklace, belt, pet leash, or a tame snake. bit.ly/4dTCAr1
A ball of multicolored yarn is connected to a thin, curled strap or snake-like creation being made. Text: CREATE: FINGER KNITTING - Thursday, June 18 , 1-2 p.m. - Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St. - Ages 6-Adult

ALT A ball of multicolored yarn is connected to a thin, curled strap or snake-like creation being made. Text: CREATE: FINGER KNITTING - Thursday, June 18 , 1-2 p.m. - Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St. - Ages 6-Adult
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This beautiful sign outside the library invites you to join us Wednesday evening for a special presentation! Our guests will share how performers "Drag Out the Vote," and why some politicians have recently worked to either ban or protect drag performances. bit.ly/4uy3LyL
A standing chalkboard outside the library is colorfully decorated with drawings of feathers, butterflies, and an extravagantly made-up eye. Text: The Politics of Drag - Wednesday, June 17, 6-7 p.m., Menlo Park Library. @menloparklibrary www.menlopark.gov/programs

ALT A standing chalkboard outside the library is colorfully decorated with drawings of feathers, butterflies, and an extravagantly made-up eye. Text: The Politics of Drag - Wednesday, June 17, 6-7 p.m., Menlo Park Library. @menloparklibrary www.menlopark.gov/programs
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Drag performers have long been at the forefront of the LGBTQ rights movement. Join us at the library this Wednesday 6/17 as Professors Melissa R. Michelson and Dr. Edward Kammerer, Jr. get into it! bit.ly/4uy3LyL
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A lot going on! Please share and join us. 6/15: The Science & Psychology of Muppet Design 6/17: The Politics of Drag 6/18: Create: Finger Knitting 6/20: Library Makes: Pipe Cleaner Bouquets 6/21: Tea & Tarot --plus book groups, teen events, & more! bit.ly/4pMn1Xl
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In conversation, over Next Door--however you get the word out, please spread the word about about library events! Ours are FREE, largely thanks to support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library. Monday: The Science & Psychology of Muppet Design. menlopark.gov/puppetry
A collage of photos of puppets show a few different monster and people characters appearing to share a variety of emotions. Text: The Science and Psychology of Muppet Design; Monday, June 15, 6-7:30 p.m.; Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St.

ALT A collage of photos of puppets show a few different monster and people characters appearing to share a variety of emotions. Text: The Science and Psychology of Muppet Design; Monday, June 15, 6-7:30 p.m.; Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St.

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Read the latest Library and Community Services Newsletter: PublicInput.com/Email/e55033…
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Free event Thursday afternoon, June 18 for adults and kids ages 6 : finger knitting! No needles or other tools involved--just yarn and your fingers. There is no preregistration for this event, but supplies are limited. bit.ly/4dTCAr1
A ball of multi-colored yarn is shown, attached to a thin knitted strap. Event timing is shown: Thursday, June 18, 1-2 p.m., Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Ages 6-Adult.

ALT A ball of multi-colored yarn is shown, attached to a thin knitted strap. Event timing is shown: Thursday, June 18, 1-2 p.m., Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Ages 6-Adult.
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Friday, June 12: Some maintenance work will be performed on our phone system between 2-3 p.m. There may be disruption in service of calls and voicemail with the library and other city departments. Please try again later--and we apologize for the inconvenience.
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Drag performers have long been at the forefront of the LGBTQ rights movement. Join us next Wednesday, June 17 as authors & political scientists Dr. Melissa R. Michelson and Dr. Edward Kammerer, Jr. discuss the politics of drag and drag performers. bit.ly/4uy3LyL
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Our 9th Annual Summer Puppetry Festival kicks off June 15 with a presentation on the Science and Psychology of Muppet Design! Emmy Award-winning character designer Michael Schupback will reveal secrets designers use to create lovable characters. menlopark.gov/puppetry
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Save the date for tea and conversation around the tarot deck! Our monthly Tea & Tarot get-together happens Sunday afternoon, June 21. bit.ly/4iYe1vf
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Join us this week! 6/7: Blake Maxam: the Magic of Ahs! 6/8: Pronouns 101 6/13: Library Makes: Kandi Cuff pony bead bracelents --plus storytimes, book groups, Teen activities, and more! bit.ly/4ee9y7q
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Read the latest Library and Community Services Newsletter: publicinput.com/Email/t14412…
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Magic at the library on Sunday! You’ll love it when Blake Maxam materializes at Belle Haven Library June 7! Blake astounds and amazes children of all ages with a show full of laughter and surprises, and oohs and ahs. bit.ly/4uD53bS
Magian stands in front of a wall of books, with her hands raised.

ALT Magian stands in front of a wall of books, with her hands raised.

Magician stands on an outdoor staged, with wand raised. People in front of her are raising their hands.

ALT Magician stands on an outdoor staged, with wand raised. People in front of her are raising their hands.

Outdoors, surrounded by people and redwood trees, a magician stands with wand raised as a young volunteer in a helmet stands next to her.

ALT Outdoors, surrounded by people and redwood trees, a magician stands with wand raised as a young volunteer in a helmet stands next to her.

Inside a library, with a wall of books behind her and a young volunteer to her side, a magician makes a face and hangs her head.

ALT Inside a library, with a wall of books behind her and a young volunteer to her side, a magician makes a face and hangs her head.
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There may be more personal pronouns now than you remember from growing up--but you've got this! Our guest presenter Monday 6/8 will help you be a pronoun pro, with the history of neopronouns and why they matter. Visit our profile link and scroll down to Events and program.
Photo shows a small information board bearing the words "ASK MY PRONOUNS:" Board is nestled atop a Pride flag. Event details: PRONOUNS 101; Monday, June 8; 6-7:30 p.m.; Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St.

ALT Photo shows a small information board bearing the words "ASK MY PRONOUNS:" Board is nestled atop a Pride flag. Event details: PRONOUNS 101; Monday, June 8; 6-7:30 p.m.; Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St.
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Since you might not walk by the library today, we'd like to show you our sign! It should be beautiful weather tomorrow--Saturday, June 6--for our special Garden Talk on the library patio. Some small samples will be available to take home. bit.ly/49aaWob
A photo taken in front of the library shows a standing blackboard on the brick walk, with trees and the book drop in the background. On the blackboard are drawings of herbs including basil and fennel. Text: SUMMER FLAVORINGS & HERBS IN YOUR GARDEN - Saturday, June 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St. @Menloparklibrary https://www.menlopark.gov/Government/Departments/Library-and-Community-Services/Events/Events-for-children/20260606-Garden-Talk-Herbs-in-person

ALT A photo taken in front of the library shows a standing blackboard on the brick walk, with trees and the book drop in the background. On the blackboard are drawings of herbs including basil and fennel. Text: SUMMER FLAVORINGS & HERBS IN YOUR GARDEN - Saturday, June 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St. @Menloparklibrary https://www.menlopark.gov/Government/Departments/Library-and-Community-Services/Events/Events-for-children/20260606-Garden-Talk-Herbs-in-person
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Time for another free concert! This Saturday afternoon, June 6 at Belle Haven Library, the Carlitos Medrano Trio will fill the space with beautiful sounds, as they take us on a musical journey of Cuba. bit.ly/48WsBzw
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Attention, #MenloPark! This Sunday, June 7, prepare for road closures from 7 a.m.–noon during the Menlo Park Kids Triathlon, which will take place from 8–11 a.m.
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Join us out on the library patio this Saturday, June 6! Our Garden Talk experts will share a presentation on growing and using Herbs in Your Garden. bit.ly/49aaWob
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June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. In case you missed our recent presentation on brain-healthy habits, the Alzheimer's Association has tips for all of us--from challenging our minds, to getting moving & sleeping well. bit.ly/457Ru8o
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