SSFPL Celebrates Library Joy with PBS Librarian Mychal Threets

Published on April 18, 2026

On Saturday, March 28th, the South San Francisco Public Library welcomed nearly 200 community members for a special all ages event featuring Mychal Threets, Resident Librarian for PBS and PBS Kids and the host of the new Reading Rainbow.

The program opened with a family-friendly storytime led by Mychal, who read from his new picture book, I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy. A nationally known literacy and mental health advocate, Mychal then shared his personal journey with mental health, wellbeing, and self care, followed by a Q&A with attendees.

During the second hour, community members had the opportunity to meet Mychal one on one at a meet and greet that included book signings and photos. Concurrently, library staff hosted themed, all ages craft activities and created a welcoming space for community members to socialize and connect with fellow South San Franciscans. Staff also held a special drawing for free signed copies of Mychal’s book, made possible through the generosity of the South San Francisco Friends of the Library.

This community building event was supported by Measure K funding from the County of San Mateo and was part of a collaborative series developed in partnership with other Peninsula Library System libraries. South San Francisco Public Library’s program was the first of three events featuring Mychal Threets at PLS libraries throughout San Mateo County.