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Important Coronavirus Updates: Library Closures Now in Effect

All Library branches are closed to the public and all events and room reservations have been cancelled. Please visit www.cityofsanmateo.org/coronavirus for more information.

Curbside holds pickup service is available at the Main, Hillsdale, and Marina Libraries. Due to varying staff levels and limited deliveries, the Library will need more time to fulfill holds. Please allow up to two weeks for your holds to arrive from other PLS libraries. Wait for a notification that your holds are available for pickup before making an appointment.

Overdue fees will not be incurred for items due. Checked out library items can be returned at the Main, Hillsdale, and Marina Libraries during book drop open hours. For more information please see our library closure FAQs.

Curbside Holds Pickup

Anyone with a Peninsula Library System card can make an appointment to pick up requested items from the Main, Hillsdale, or Marina Libraries. Read More >
Looking for Tax Information?

Find out what tax forms we have, how to get them, and the status of AARP tax help. Read More >
Virtual Art Exhibits

Enjoy our virtual art exhibits from the comfort of your home! Read More >
Dial-A-Story

Listen to stories & poems from your phone! Available 24/7 by calling (650) 844-8844. Read More >
Technology Lending Is Back!

Hotspots and Chromebooks are now available to check out through our curbside pickup service! Read More >
USCIS Webinars

Attend free citizenship webinars from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Read More >
YANovCon Short Story Contest

Submit a short story for the possibility of winning a prize! For 6-12 grade students. Read More >
Need Job Search Assistance?

Our JobSeekers service has returned! Sign up for a 30 minute appointment and our volunteers will help you via Zoom with your resume, application, and more! Read More >
DVD Bundle

Can't decide what to watch? Sign up for a DVD bundle! Read More >
Mixed Bags for Teens

Sign up for a Mixed Bag and get at least 2 free books! Read More >
Book Bundles For Kids!

Pick up a book bundle for kids through our Curbside Holds Pickup service! Read More >
Book Bundles for Teens

Can't decide what to read next? Don't worry we'll decide for you! Read More >
Free Online Tutoring

Get live homework help online with your library card! Read More >

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Curbside Holds Pickup

Looking for Tax Information?

Virtual Art Exhibits

Dial-A-Story

Technology Lending Is Back!

USCIS Webinars

YANovCon Short Story Contest

Need Job Search Assistance?

DVD Bundle

Mixed Bags for Teens

Book Bundles For Kids!

Book Bundles for Teens

Free Online Tutoring