Storytime and library events with kids in San Bruno

What's on for kids in San Bruno

• Pajama Storytime

  Mon, Oct 26 · 6:30 PM · San Bruno Public Library · Ages 0–8

  Join us for Pajama Storytime at the San Bruno Library’s Children’s Room. This event is for ages 0-8, and all adults must be accompanied by a child.

Activity ideas that work any day in San Bruno

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  Bike Skills Course

  Get ready to set up your own bike skills course and test your riding abilities. It's really fun to design a path with challenges and then try to master each one. Kids this age often enjoy friendly competition and pushing themselves to improve, so timing each run can add a satisfying challenge as they work to shave seconds off their best time. Start by gathering some cones or even small toys to mark out different stations. Try a slalom course for weaving, a slow race to practice balance, and a stop zone for precise braking. Time yourselves as you navigate each section, or even the whole course, and see who can get the best time or the smoothest ride. To stretch the activity, add new obstacles like a jump over a small stick, or use chalk to draw a narrow line to follow.

  9-13 · Outdoor · 60 min

  Open
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  Learn Simple Woodworking

  In this activity, you and your grown-up will build something useful and lasting with wood. It's rewarding to see raw materials transform into a finished object you made with your own hands. You'll learn fundamental woodworking skills like measuring carefully, using tools safely, and understanding how different pieces fit together. Finishing your project with a smooth sand and maybe a coat of paint will give you a real sense of accomplishment. Start by choosing a simple project, like a small shelf or a pencil box. With your grown-up, you'll measure and cut the wood, then smooth the edges with sandpaper. Next, you'll assemble the pieces, using wood glue and small nails or screws to hold everything together. As you work, always remember to measure twice and cut once. To extend the activity, try painting or staining your finished project, or even designing a simple add-on feature like a divider or a lid.

  10-13 · Indoor/Outdoor · 120 min

  Open
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  Paper Plate Animal Masks

  Who do you want to be today? A roaring lion, a cute bunny, or a hooting owl? Let's turn simple paper plates into amazing animal masks.

  4,5,6 · Indoor · 45 min · About $5–$15

  Open
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  Mermaid Treasure Excavation

  There's treasure to be found! Chip and brush away at this magical seashell to discover three shimmering mermaid treasures hidden inside.

  5,6,7 · Outdoor · 30 min · About $22–$28

  Open

Questions parents ask about San Bruno

What can you do with a toddler in San Bruno on a rainy day?

The San Bruno library's preschool storytime and the rec center's indoor programs are the two reliable rainy-morning options in town. The indoor list for San Bruno shows what's scheduled.

Are these activities free?

Library and park time is free; rec-center classes charge a small fee, with resident pricing. Anything ticketed links out to the organizer so you can check the price before you go.

How often is this page updated?

Event listings refresh automatically from local sources, so past dates drop off on their own.