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Make your own bag out of a t-shirt.  You will learn how to cut up a t-shirt and make a very stylish fringe bag perfect for toting groceries or your libary books!  Bring your own t-shirt or use one we provide.

Ages 9 and up.  For more information contact Maricela Leon-Barrera at mleonbarrera@afpl.org.

Learn the basics of  knitting, or bring along a project you need help with. Each knitter receives personal help in a nurturing and relaxing environment.  Beginners, rusty, and social knitters welcome!

Yarn provided; bring your own needles (if starting a new project, size 7 or 8).

Class size limited - register with Ocean View librarian.

Glenn R. Stewart of the Santa Cruz Predatory Bird Research Group and Nick Dunlop, photographer, will discuss falcons in a changing world.  Their presentation will be accompanied by Dunlop's extraordinary photographs and video of wild peregrine falcons in the Bay Area, and a tame falcon on stage. 

Falcons that once nested in remote cliffs are now nesting in cities on man-made structures such as buildings and bridges.  In 1970 there were only two known nesting pairs of peregrines in California; today the population has recovered to over 250 known nesting pairs, including several in the Bay Area.

Sponsored by the the Wallace Stegner Environmental Center and The Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Nick Dunlop photo of young peregrines.  Visit his website at: http://www.nickdunlop.com/

Falcons that once nested in remote cliffs are now nesting in cities on man-made structures such as buildings and bridges.  In 1970 there were only two known nesting pairs of peregrines in California; today the population has recovered to over 250 known nesting pairs, including several in the Bay Area.

Sponsored by the the Wallace Stegner Environmental Center and The Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a perfect introduction to the joys of gardening. In this hands-on workshop, Jonathan Silverman, Founder and Managing Director of Feel the Earth, will offer LEARN the ART of SEEDING for children and their families. You will learn how seeds work, best ways to plant seeds, how to care for your seedlings, and begin to cultivate fresh produce or blossoms. Research shows that gardening improves children’s learning, self-confidence, health & feeling of community spirit. For ages 2 and older.

Bring your knitting projects. All levels welcome. Ages 18 and up.

Celebrate summer by sending your friends a card that will sprout beautiful flowers or fragrant herbs! Learn how to make your own seed paper from scratch and take home a card or two that will surely delight whomever you decide to send it. Instructions will only be in English. All materials will be provided. For everyone ages 9 and up.

Learn to start vegetables from seed with expert Antonio Romeo-Alcala

Join Sopie for a fun craft project for children and their caregivers.
A parent or caregiver must be available to assist children eight years old and younger.

For children ages 3 and older.

Space is limited. Reservations for groups required by calling Sunset Children's Department at (415) 355-2818

Learn the basics of  knitting, or bring along a project you need help with. Each knitter receives personal help in a nurturing and relaxing environment.  Beginners, rusty, and social knitters welcome!

Yarn provided; bring your own needles (if starting a new project, size 7 or 8).

Class size limited - register with Ocean View librarian.

In this hands-on workship with Jonathan Silverman children will learn how seeds work, best ways to plant seeds, how to care for their seedlings, and begin to cultivate their own fresh produce or blossoms! For ages 5 and up.

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GoGo Craft will show you how to make your very own customized tote bag that is perfect for carrying your library books or shopping at your local farmer’s market.  Appliqué a cotton tote with San Francisco images like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable car, or your favorite landmark.  Tote Bag provided.  This workshop is  for makers of any skill level ages 13 and up. Advanced sign-up is encouraged--please call 355-5717

Learn how to knit! No experience necessary! We will be knitting flowers, which make great accessories on jackets, bags, and hats. Ruth will teach you how to “cast on” (start your project) and bind off (end your project), knit and purl, read a pattern and even sew pieces together to create a finished project. Yarn and needles provided. For ages 10 and up. Space is limited. To reserve your spot, call 355-2858 or stop by the Information Desk.

The Lizard Lady will introduce you to some of her creeping, crawling, slithering pals. She might even invite you to touch one, if you dare!

Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.

Learn how to knit! No experience necessary! We will be knitting flowers, which make great accessories on jackets, bags, and hats. Ruth will teach you how to “cast on” (start your project) and bind off (end your project), knit and purl, read a pattern and even sew pieces together to create a finished project. Yarn and needles provided. For ages 10 and up. Space is limited. To reserve your spot, call 355-2858 or stop by the Information Desk.

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Buzzy Bee's Traveling Hive brings the wonder & mystery of bees to Richmond Branch. Veteran beekeeper Tim Muhrlin will present a program about the complex behavior of the honey bee – honey tastings included!  For children ages 3 and older.

Glen Park Garden Club Exhibit

New botanical art works in graphite, colored pencil, pen & ink and watercolor.

Light refreshments will be served.

Learn how to knit! No experience necessary! We will be knitting flowers, which make great accessories on jackets, bags, and hats. Ruth will teach you how to “cast on” (start your project) and bind off (end your project), knit and purl, read a pattern and even sew pieces together to create a finished project. Yarn and needles provided. For ages 10 and up. Space is limited. To reserve your spot, call 355-2858 or stop by the Information Desk.

Buzzy Bee's Traveling Hive brings the wonder & mystery of bees to the Merced Branch. Veteran beekeeper Tim Muhrlin will present a program about the complex behavior of the honey bee – tastings included!  For children ages 3 and older.

Bring your knitting projects. All levels welcome. Ages 18 and up.

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the second Saturday of each month.

For information contact:  Loretta 355-2808 or lchien@sfpl.org

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? Get Your Knit Together at Knit Happens is a big all ages (9 and up) knit and crochet gathering! The library has supplies to practice on but bring your own yarn and needles or hooks if you have a special project in mind. In general, we meet the third Saturday of each month.

Did you know that worms will eat your food scraps and turn them into compost?  Come learn how to make a special house for worms called a "worm bin."  Free red wiggler worms will be given away to participants who bring an adult to help care for the worms.  Ages 6-12.

Jonathan Silver of Feel the Earth will present LEARN the ART of SEEDING for children and their families. Find out how to plant seeds. Take home your very own seedling and learn how to take care of it. For children ages 2 and older and their families.

Please join us for a film screening and post-film discussion with staff from the SF Food Bank.

50 million people in the U.S. – one in four children – don’t know where their next meal is coming from, despite our having the means to provide nutritious, affordable food for all Americans.

Following three people who are struggling with food insecurity, A Place at the Table shows us how hunger poses serious economic, social and cultural implications for our nation, and that it could be solved once and for all,  if the American public decides - as they have in the past - that making healthy food available and affordable is in the best interest of us all.

Learn about goats from the Goat Whisperer! We'll meet some goats, learn about what they eat, and how they make milk! Ages 3+, space is limited, please call for reservations.

Learn How To Cross-stitch
Cross-stitch for beginners!  With simple step-by-step instructions GoGo Craft will show you the basics of cross-stitch while you make a really cool pin.  Perfect for crafters of any level.  Materials and instruction provided.  (4-5 other design templates will be provided for students).

All classes run from 6 to 7:30p.m. Ages 13 and up. Classes are free and you don't need to register in advance, but we do have limited seating for 40 so come early.

Join Sopie for a fun craft project for children and their caregivers.
A parent or caregiver must be available to assist children eight years old and younger.

For children ages 3 and older.

Space is limited. Reservations for groups required by calling Sunset Children's Department at (415) 355-2818

Ntohgin

Give worn and torn books new life! Save books from becoming trash by  making them live another way! Ages 5 and up. Space is limited, please call (415) 355-5624 for reservations.

Join Sophie in a  fun filled evening of family crafts.  All ages welcome!

Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.

The Insect Discovery Lab provides youth with an opportunity to handle and explore the fantastic lives of millipedes, walking sticks, whip scorpions and more while learning about the extraordinarily diverse world in which they live and their key role in the web of life.

 Green Saturdays@ Bernal takes place the second Saturday of every month. The program features hands-on activities and useful information for sustainable living.  This program is for all ages and we encourage family participation. Limit to first 25 participants

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the second Saturday of each month.

For information contact:  Loretta 355-2808 or lchien@sfpl.org

Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.

Green Saturdays@ Bernal takes place the second Saturday of every month. The program features hands-on activities and useful information for sustainable living.  This program is for all ages and we encourage family participation.

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the second Saturday of each month.

For information contact:  Loretta 355-2808 or lchien@sfpl.org

Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.

Green Saturdays@ Bernal takes place the second Saturday of every month. The program features hands-on activities and useful information for sustainable living.  This program is for all ages and we encourage family participation.

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the second Saturday of each month.

For information contact:  Loretta 355-2808 or lchien@sfpl.org

Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.

Green Saturdays@ Bernal takes place the second Saturday of every month. The program features hands-on activities and useful information for sustainable living.  This program is for all ages and we encourage family participation.

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the second Saturday of each month.

For information contact:  Loretta 355-2808 or lchien@sfpl.org

Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.

Green Saturdays@ Bernal takes place the second Saturday of every month. The program features hands-on activities and useful information for sustainable living.  This program is for all ages and we encourage family participation.

Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the second Saturday of each month.

For information contact:  Loretta 355-2808 or lchien@sfpl.org