Please join me on Thursday, April 16th from 4-6pm at the Atherton Public Library for a Springtime presentation about the genesis of my non-digital cameraless photography.Borne of a love of science and exploration, these works have more in common with Chinese ink brush painting and improvisational jazz than with the well-worn traditions … Read more
The Town of Atherton is pleased to invite you to participate in the 2026 Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 1 PM to 4 PM at Holbrook-Palmer Park. This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet — Lead with Action,” is a call to action centered on people powered solutions to protect clean air, clean water, clean energy, and healthy communities. … Read more
Join us on Thursday, February 19, 4-6 p.m., for the second Speaker Series ofAuthor Mary Jo Ignoffo is joining us at the Atherton Library for anengaging talk on Sarah L. Winchester. Captive of the Labyrinth: Sarah L. Winchester, Heiress to the Rifle Fortuneby Mary Jo Ignoffo, is a biography that debunks … Read more
Join us on Thursday, January 15, for the first Speaker Series of 2026. Jim Caldwell returns to the Atherton Library for an engaging talk on Auguste Rodin and his work. The event will take place from 4 pm till 6 pm. At the turn of the 20ᵗʰ century, Auguste Rodin … Read more
Dear Friends, What a wonderful year it has been! As we reflect on 2025, we’re delighted to share the many ways our community has come together to celebrate learning, creativity, and connection at the Atherton Library. Wishing our friends a lovely Holiday season,Friends of the Atherton Library
Join us on December 11 at Town Center on the deck of the Atherton Library for some holiday cheer. Families and friends gather to decorate cookies, enjoy seasonal treats, and celebrate as the tree lights up at dusk. Santa will be visiting from the North Pole in the Library from 4pm … Read more
The Halloween Spooktacular returns to Atherton Town Center on October 30, 2025! Sponsored by the Atherton Police Department and the Atherton Library, the highly anticipated yearly event will delight community members of all ages. There will be activities and bounce houses for the kids, as well as a costume parade. … Read more
The annual Library Staff Appreciation Luncheon was held on September 24, hosted by The Friends of the Atherton Library. The event celebrated and thanked our dedicated library staff for their hard work and contributions throughout the year. This year’s theme was “Tea Time”, featuring a delicious catered lunch and desserts … Read more
For the upcoming fiscal year (2025–26), the Friends of the Atherton Library are contributing $21,543 to support the Atherton Library. This funding will cover early literacy and all-ages programs, giveaway books for school outreach, staff development, and the purchase of new sound equipment to enhance public events. The detailed list … Read more
The Friends are proud to sponsor the Town of Atherton’s Summer Movies series! Pack your beach chairs and blankets and join us at beautiful Holbrook-Palmer Park for these fantastic films under the stars: Friday, June 27th, at sunset (7:30 p.m.)Wicked – The beloved musical comes to life on the big … Read more