Get to know reptiles, amphibians and insects. Touch, hold and observe these cold-blooded critters while learning about different species, habitats and characteristics of each animal.  For children and their caregivers. Space limited. Group reservations required: (415) 355-2889. Program by: Little Explorers Petting Zoo Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. Please […]

Explore the area surrounding the library with a Planet Bee scientist, documenting observations of plants, birds, insects and all iving things using the iNaturalist App. For children and their families. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-2822 (starting June 25). Program by: Planet Bee Foundation Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. […]

Come out to the Children's Garden for Bean Sprouts Family Days to explore, create, and play in nature. Hop from log to log at the Stump Jump, build castles in the Sandlot, and create your own masterpieces in the Fort Forest. Families with children of all ages will find something to enjoy Summer hours are […]

Gather and garden every other Thursday with activities, adventure and more! Explore and enjoy Portola’s own community garden. Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. Please check the original posting for full details and any cancellations: https://tinyurl.com/SummerStride-Nature

Make a recycled craft, check out some climate action books and add books, podcasts and other media to our recommendation wall. Choose your own adventure from our Green Teens Library: Books, Podcasts, and Action Tools Resource List. For ages 11–18. Connect: San Francisco Environment Department Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. […]

Calling all campers and summer explorers! The SF Public Library's bookmobiles are hitting the road and making weekly summer stops at four city recreation centers from June 9 - August 14. Come browse, check books out, and play in the park! Weekly Stops: + Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Minnie & Lovie Ward […]

Come out to the Children's Garden for Bean Sprouts Family Days to explore, create, and play in nature. Hop from log to log at the Stump Jump, build castles in the Sandlot, and create your own masterpieces in the Fort Forest. Families with children of all ages will find something to enjoy Summer hours are […]

Explore the fantastic lives of beetles, millipedes, hissing cockroaches, walking sticks, whip scorpions and more. Learn about the diverse world of insects and other arthropods and their key role in the web of life. Space limited. Reservations required beginning July 1: (415) 355-2848. Program by: SaveNature.org Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public […]

Learn about endangered species, while cozying up to some of the coolest snakes and lizards on our planet. For children and their families. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-5615. Program by: Lizard Lady Reptiles Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. Please check the original posting for full details and any […]

Venture into the Randall Museum’s new live animal exhibit, Wild in California, and join one of the animal keepers in an open discussion about the museum’s wildlife residents.

If You Give a Girl a Bike by author Hayley Diep, is coming to Candlestick Point State Recreation Area! A StoryWalk places an illustrated children’s book, disassembled page by page, along a designated walking route. Come out for a reading of the book with the author and bike ride with SF Bike Coalition. Families can […]

Meet reptiles and amphibians face-to-face and learn about the natural world around us. For children and their caregivers. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-5626. Program by: Tree Frog Treks Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. Please check the original posting for full details and any cancellations: https://tinyurl.com/SummerStride-Nature

Learn about endangered species, while cozying up to some of the coolest snakes and lizards on our planet. Space limited. Seats available first come, first served. Program by: Lizard Lady Reptiles Note: This event is cross-posted from the SF Public Library website. Please check the original posting for full details and any cancellations: https://tinyurl.com/SummerStride-Nature