Generations Day

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The San Mateo Public Library Foundation

A free, all-ages celebration at the Library with performances, activities, and stories—kicking off the Main Library’s 20th anniversary year.

San Mateo Public Library

San Mateo Celebrates!

San Mateo Celebrates! showcases why our public library is a community gem. With local partners, we highlight free programs, services, and cultural experiences for all ages. Proceeds benefit the library—join us for year four! sanmateocelebrates.com

Invite someone older. Invite someone younger. NO TICKET OR RESERVATION NEEDED. Generations Day is a free, all-ages community gathering and the signature kickoff to San Mateo Celebrates—marking the beginning of the Main Library’s twentieth anniversary year.On Saturday, April 25, the San Mateo Public Library comes alive with music, storytelling, food, and opportunities for reflection. Designed to welcome children, parents, grandparents, and neighbors, the day invites the community into shared civic space—where experiences unfold across generations.Visitors are welcome to arrive at 10:00 AM and explore a full day of drop-in activities and scheduled programs throughout the building. Highlights include:<ul><li>Storytime with Children’s Librarians, Elephant &amp; Piggie, and civic leaders</li><li>Family concert with José-Luis Orozco</li><li>Chef Martin Yan cooking demonstration and book signing</li><li>Hands-on workshops and generational storytelling experiences</li><li>Elephant &amp; Piggie photo opportunities for young readers</li></ul>Throughout the day, guests can also enjoy a range of drop-in experiences, including a digital photo booth, a community fiber arts gathering, and behind-the-scenes “Beehive” tours of the Library’s automated returns system.At 2:00 PM, the community is invited to gather in the Library lobby for a 20th Anniversary Cake Cutting, marking this milestone year together.Visitors are also encouraged to explore a series of installations presented throughout the building as part of San Mateo Celebrates, highlighting the stories, histories, and ideas that shape San Mateo—from local family businesses to global scientific discovery.Generations Day is part of San Mateo Celebrates, a weeklong festival of free programs and events highlighting the power of stories, ideas, and community. Explore the full lineup at <a href="https://sanmateocelebrates.com" title="https://sanmateocelebrates.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">sanmateocelebrates.com</a>.

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