Family Programs Movie and a Meal In partnership with the Potrero Hill Family Support Center (PHFSC), we’ll present a family-friendly film, PHFSC will provide a meal. This month’s movie is Addams Family Values. Featuring wickedly funny performances by Christina Ricci, Raul Julia, and Joan Cusack, the Addams Family welcomes a new baby, and Uncle Fester…
Family Programs Movie and a Meal In partnership with the Potrero Hill Family Support Center (PHFSC), we’ll present a family-friendly film, and PHFSC will provide a meal. The September selection is McFarland, USA. In a hardscrabble California farming town, Coach Jim White sees the potential for a cross-country running team among the area’s high school…
Family Programs Movie and a Meal: In partnership with the Potrero Hill Family Support Center (PHFSC), we’ll present a family-friendly film, and PHFSC will provide a meal. Our selection for August is Wonder. Based on the book by R. J. Palacio, Wonder is the story of a 10-year-old boy with facial differences who attends school…
Potrero Branch 1616 20th Street 415.355.2822 Genevieve Feldman, Branch Manager Family Programs Every Child Ready to Read Early Literacy Workshop: Learn tools and the science behind teaching early literacy to your youngster. Aimed at parents of children less than six years-old. An area will be available to enable your kid to play while you learn…
From: Genevieve Feldman, Branch Manager Family Programs Magic Dan The 60th Annual Potrero Hill Artists’ Exhibition and Potrero Branch Open House. Bring the whole family and welcome back fantastic Magic Dan! Great magic, positive messages, and a whole lot of fun. Best for ages three and up. Before or after the magic show take a…
From Potrero Branch Manager, Genevieve Feldman Family Programs Movie and a Meal In partnership with the Potrero Hill Family Support Center (PHFSC), we’ll present a family-friendly film, and PHFSC will provide a meal. Our selection for March is The Mighty Macs. Friday, March 16, 3 to 5 p.m. Make a Magnet Featuring Rad Women Celebrate…
From Jenny Scholten, Librarian Programs for Adults Rosetta Stone Accomplish your language learning goals with your library card using our new free eresource, Rosetta Stone. Wednesday, September 14, 6 to 7 p.m. Movie Screening: Sharayet Join us for a screening of Sharayet. Directed by Iranian-American filmmaker, Maryam Keshavarz, this provocative coming-of-age story centers on a wealthy…
Programs for Adults Movie Night: Pelican Dreams: Join us for a screening of Pelican Dreams. Rated G, 80 min. Tuesday, July 12, 6 to 8 p.m. Sour Flour: Sourdough Workshop: Sour Flour teaches people how to make bread. This is a great introduction to using and maintaining a sourdough culture/starter. Space limited. Visit the branch…
Programs for Adults Resume Workshop: Get the job you want! Write a great resume or improve the one you have with one-on-one help from hiring manager and corporate executive, Pablo Salazar. Saturday, June 4, 2 to 3 p.m. Movie Night, The Danish Girl: Join us for a screening of The Danish Girl. Rated R,…
Programs for Adults Art Show Reception: All ages are welcome to the 58th annual Potrero Hill Artist Show reception! View artwork by neighborhood artists and enjoy musical entertainment by Clifford Brown III. Saturday, May 7, 6.30 to 9 p.m. Parent Education Workshop: These workshops will explore the challenges of raising children, and provide parents a…
Programs for Adults Creativity and Art Group: Express your creativity through art, music, meditation and more! Led by Cat Ehisen, family counselor at the Potrero Hill Family Support Center (PHFSC), this all-ages program meets every Friday, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Healthier Living Workshops: Do you or someone you love or care for have arthritis, diabetes,…
Programs for Adults Holiday Harp Concert with TriskelaPaper and Light Tinkering: Make electrical circuits on a piece of paper. Sign up by calling 415.355.2822 or stop by the branch. This is an adult program. Wednesday, March 9, 6 to 7 p.m. Chair Yoga with Connie Scott: Enjoy an energizing chair yoga class! No yoga experience…
Programs for Adults Anchor Brewing Tour: Experience a taste of San Francisco’s history with a walking tour of Anchor Brewing, a world-renowned brewery dating back to the California Gold Rush. Space is limited. Registration is required. To register, contact Julieta at julieta.carrillo@sfpl.org or 415.355.2822. Registered participants will meet at 1705 Mariposa Street. Wednesday, January 6,…
Programs for Adults Holiday Harp Concert with Triskela: Celebrate the season with a festive winter music show by the Triskela Harp Trio. Saturday, December 5, 4 to 5 p.m. Chair Yoga with Connie Scott: Enjoy an energizing chair yoga class! Supported by a chair, learn yoga poses and breathing techniques to create strength, flexibility and…
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Write Your Own Will: Stuart Bronstein, estate planning and probate lawyer in San Francisco for more than 30 years, helps participants create a fully functional will. Bring a blue ink non-erasable pen. Class size is limited, sign up in advance by calling 415.355.2822. Wednesday, November 4, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Choosing a…
Summer Stride 2015: Join the Library’s reading program, Summer Stride 2015! Sign up at the branch or register online at www.sfpl.org/summerstride. Adults and teenagers will get a canvas tote bag after finishing 15 hours of reading. Kids will receive their prize after 10 hours. Enter in our weekly raffles for a chance to win great…
Programs for Adults Digital Drop In: Have questions about how to download eBooks to your device or how to use the library’s databases to read magazines, research genealogy, and more? Get one on one time with a librarian to explore your library’s free digital collection. Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 6:30 to…
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Digital Drop In: Questions about how to download eBooks to your device, or how to use the library’s databases? Get one on one time with a librarian to help answer your basic technology conundrums. Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18, and 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Everything in Pen – Musical Performance: Acoustic…