Join bestselling author Obi Kaufmann of California Field Atlas in conversation on his new book, The Deserts of California.
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month.
In The Man Who Invented Christmas, Dan Stevens plays Charles Dickens as he struggles to write A Christmas Carol.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join us for our Biannual Members Meeting of Mechanics' Institute on Zoom and onsite, to hear from fellow members, tenants, staff, and trustees.
Not sure how to borrow an eBook from the Library? Are you perplexed by eReaders? Do you wonder why some people prefer to read an eBook instead of a physical book? Let Mechanics’ Institute Librarian Myles Cooper answer your eBook questions in our class ‘eBooks Made Easy’. You'll discover what titles are immediately available to borrow from the Mechanics' Institute Library's growing collection.
Step into the world of literary enchantment at Mechanics' Institute – an evening where our writers' words come to life. This intimate evening of readings feature members from our writers' groups.
Mystery Readers Unite! Join us for our first reconvening, and discuss Still Life by Louise Penny -- led by Alyssa Stone, Senior Director of Programs and Community Engagement at Mechanics' Institute.
This on-site meeting take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Discuss Heart of the Dog by Mikhail Bulgakov with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
Members and their guests, join us for our annual Members Holiday Gathering!
Join Mechanics' Institute for a discussion on the value of writing retreats with Matthew Félix, Joey Garcia, and Janis Cooke Newman. This event will be moderated by Sheryl J. Bize-Boutte.
Gather 'round as a family to hear stories and make crafts nestled in the Library of the Mechanics' Institute! We’ll read 2-4 stories appropriate for children age 8 and younger plus make a fun craft to take home. Family Story Hour takes place on the 2nd floor in the Library. All are welcome!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join a monthly evening of laughter and storytelling as local author & host of "The Moth," Corey Rosen, returns to Mechanics' Institute!
Discuss Three Tales by Gustave Flaubert with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month.
Searching for Bobby Fischer tells the true story of seven-year-old chess prodigy Josh Waitzkin.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Discuss Michael Kohlhaas by Heinrich von Kleist with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
Director Mira Nair fashions an emotionally rich film based on the inspirational true story of Phiona Mutesi.
Don't miss the chance to sip knowledge and inspiration at our upcoming Teacher Tea -- let's brew the magic of education together!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join author Eric Porter in conversation on his book, A People's History of SFO: The Making of the Bay Area and an Airport.
With its beautiful stars and crackling direction from Norman Jewison, The Thomas Crown Affair may be the ultimate '60s stylish caper movie.
Gather 'round as a family to hear stories and make crafts nestled in the Library of the Mechanics' Institute! We’ll read 2-4 stories appropriate for children age 8 and younger plus make a fun craft to take home. Family Story Hour takes place on the 2nd floor in the Library. All are welcome!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Discuss the first half of The Feast of the Goat by Mario Vargas Llosa with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
Join author and CEO of Miracle Messages Kevin F. Adler in conversation with Shireen McSpadden, Executive Director of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing for the City and County of San Francisco, on homelessness in America and Adler's new book, When We Walk By.
French maid Hélène (a radiant Sandrine Bonnaire) discovers she has a talent for chess.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join a monthly evening of laughter and storytelling as local author & host of "The Moth," Corey Rosen, returns to Mechanics' Institute!
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Discuss the second half of The Feast of the Goat by Mario Vargas Llosa with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
Gather 'round as a family to hear stories and make crafts nestled in the Library of the Mechanics' Institute! We’ll read 2-4 stories appropriate for children age 8 and younger plus make a fun craft to take home. Family Story Hour takes place on the 2nd floor in the Library. All are welcome!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join a monthly evening of laughter and storytelling as local author & host of "The Moth," Corey Rosen, returns to Mechanics' Institute!
Discuss Père Goriot by Honoré de Balzac with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Discuss In a Strange Room by Damon Galgut with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
Gather 'round as a family to hear stories and make crafts nestled in the Library of the Mechanics' Institute! We’ll read 2-4 stories appropriate for children age 8 and younger plus make a fun craft to take home. Family Story Hour takes place on the 2nd floor in the Library. All are welcome!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join a monthly evening of laughter and storytelling as local author & host of "The Moth," Corey Rosen, returns to Mechanics' Institute!
Discuss Collected Stories by William Faulkner with fellow members.
Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Gather 'round as a family to hear stories and make crafts nestled in the Library of the Mechanics' Institute! We’ll read 2-4 stories appropriate for children age 8 and younger plus make a fun craft to take home. Family Story Hour takes place on the 2nd floor in the Library. All are welcome!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join a monthly evening of laughter and storytelling as local author & host of "The Moth," Corey Rosen, returns to Mechanics' Institute!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Gather 'round as a family to hear stories and make crafts nestled in the Library of the Mechanics' Institute! We’ll read 2-4 stories appropriate for children age 8 and younger plus make a fun craft to take home. Family Story Hour takes place on the 2nd floor in the Library. All are welcome!
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
In-person tours are back! If you are a new, long-time, or prospective member, the Tour of the Institute will orient you to our building, include an overview of our history and mission, and outline our current services and the benefits of membership.
Join a monthly evening of laughter and storytelling as local author & host of "The Moth," Corey Rosen, returns to Mechanics' Institute!
