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Upcoming Events

Visit this space to learn about upcoming events at our space or in the community. Hope to see you soon!

  • Kindness Celebration

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Celebrate with lite bites, meet a neighbor, and to pick up your bingo prize! Complete more than one line to enter for bonus prizes.

  • San Mateo Pride Quiet Zone

    Central Park, San Mateo 50 E. 5th Ave., San Mateo, CA, United States

    San Mateo Pride is a fun space for all but if you need a break from the fun, join us in the quiet zone. The quiet zone will have free books to enjoy and some quiet activities to decompress before going back into the fun. All books are free to keep.

    Free
  • Hardcover Book & Bargain Book Sale

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Here we go again!  Another sale for everyone. This time, we have ALL hardcovers on sale for 30% off (New and Used). We also have buy 1, get 1 all used books $5 and under. Hope to see you there.

  • Monster Romance Book Club

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Join us. Monster romance—romance featuring nonhuman love interests—is having a massive moment. These aren't your typical brooding vampires—we're talking about characters who challenge everything we think we know about relationships, gender, and what it means to be human. In A Soul to Keep by Opal Reyne, monster Orpheus demands a human sacrifice every decade in […]

    Free
  • Junk Poetry Workshop

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Words, scraps, a bit of glue, and magic! Inspired by blackout poetry and mixed media collage, junk poetry is all about finding and creating meaning out of scraps. Join local poet Dina Klarisse for an evening of creating poems from the unexpected! Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring and share collage material. […]

  • Poetry Night at Peninsula Books

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Come join us for an hour with Peninsula poets Amanda Saeed and MJ. They will share their poetry with the community, friends, and family. Come and listen to their work and don't forget to buy a book! Amanda's books are available and signed. 

  • Financial Aid Workshop Series: Early Decision or not?

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    August 7: To Apply Early Decision or Not? September 4: FAFSA and CSS Profile October 2: Unlocking Thousands of Dollars Through Scholarships Getting into your dream college can feel daunting, especially how to afford school. Join Erica Hernandez, a leading admissions consultant in the Bay Area, for a three-part series to help you understand and […]

  • Back to School Book Giveaway for Teachers

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Choose up to 20 free Children’s, middle readers, and/or Young adult books, while supplies last. This year, we are asking you to register for a time slot. Please only register if you can make the time slot.  25% off any purchase in the store all day. Bring your ID/Business Card/Badge. Available to all Bay Area […]

  • I am a Warrior Book Launch & Community Gathering

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    I Have the Heart of a Warrior – Book Launch & Community Gathering Join us for an inspiring and heart-centered celebration of I Have the Heart of a Warrior, the newest children's empowerment book by author, humanitarian, and speaker Leslie Lew. This powerful event is for parents, educators, caregivers, and conscious community members who believe in […]

  • Message in a Bottle Workshop

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    “Message in a Bottle” is an interactive writing/visual arts experience where participants enjoy the wonders of self-expression. You will write a message based on David’s prompts. Then Ellen will guide you in creating an artistically decorated bottle and inserting your written piece to complete the message in a bottle that only you could create! This […]

  • DC Public Library Teen Program – Macrame Plant Hanger

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Daly City Public Library Teen Art Program will be held at Peninsula Books through December. Come out each month to make art. Attend 5 or more programs to receive a free graphic novel. Open to youth aged 12-18.

    Free
  • Meet Theodore (and author Jamie Shepard)

    Peninsula Books 441 Westlake Center, Daly City, United States

    Meet Theodore and Jamie on August 30th at Peninsula Books. “Theodore's Big Day”, is a heartwarming story about a Mini Australian Shepherd dog with a dream to find his furever family. This story is about hope, love, and the joy of finding where you truly belong.

    Free

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