Daily Events for Saturday, August 30, 2025
Discover 33 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
Make a Wish for Tanabata/Star Festival!
Time: All Day | Location: Vineland Library
Write a wish on a wish paper (tanzaku) and add it to our bamboo grove for Tanabata, the Japanese Star Festival! Young children may be assisted by a parent/caregiver. Free. For all ages. Wish papers are available at the information desk any time during open hours.ADA Accommodation Requests
Crochet Together
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library
Crochet Together with the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood Library! Crochet Together is a volunteer run event teaching participants how to crochet. Supplies are provided from the library; however participants are welcome to bring their own materials. Drop ins are welcome. For children who are interested in crochet, recommended ages are 8 and up. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading to Children in Japanese 「子供達の為の絵本読みきかせクラス(日本語)」
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Cambrian Library - 2nd Floor Childrens’ Area: Picture Books
Participate in a read aloud and sing together in Japanese with other families. The stories and songs are great for families with young children. The program will be in Japanese. All are welcome! See you there. This is a free event. No registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests 他のご家族と絵本の読み聞かせに参加して、一緒に日本語の絵本を楽しみましょう。ものがたりは小さなお子様連れのご家族に最適です。プログラムは日本語で行われます。皆さんぜひ来てくださいね。会場で会いましょう。このプログラムは無料で、事前登録の必要はありません。
Reading To Children
Time: 10:15 AM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library - Children’s Area
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Throughout this 30-minute session, our trained volunteer or a staff member of the library will not only read to your kids but also engage with them using music, felts and finger plays. As a result of participating in Reading to Children, your child will develop imagination and love of books and reading.Reading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading to Children
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Vineland Library - Children’s Area
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. They are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Pre-registration is not required, and children may drop in to hear a story any time during the program. This program is best suited for preschoolers and children in grades K-3 and will be held in the Children’s Picture Book area. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd at Seven Trees Library
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Seven Trees Library
Join us for a free math program for Kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For registration information please visit: oneinmath.com This program is suitable for children K-3rd grade. Free. ADA Accommodation Requests
Bilingual Spanish & English Family Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Join us in the Children’s Activity Room for family fun with your little one! Stories, music, movement, and more!Storytimes are bilingual (Spanish/English) and all ages are welcome to attend. ¡Acompáñenos en la sala de actividades para niños para divertirse en familia con su pequeño! ¡Cuentos, música, movimiento y más!Las horas de cuentos son bilingües (español/inglés) y todas las edades son bienvenidas.
Bilingual Storytime: English & Spanish / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe: Ingles y Español
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, in the Nest 1er Piso, en el nido
Join us for stories and songs in English & Spanish, followed by music with Librarian Patty Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos y canciones en ingles y español, seguido por música con la Bibliotecaria Patty.
Music and Movement
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Educational Park Library
Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities. Music and Movement is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, 50 person maximum. Story Time tickets required. Another event, Music and Movement B will start at 11:15 for those that weren’t able to make it inside for this event. Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk 30 minutes prior to the start of Storytime. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.ADA Accommodations Requests
Family Storytime & Stay and Play
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Calabazas Library
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! After storytime, please stay and play with us! We’ll have a selection of toys available to enjoy. Meet other families and have fun playing with new and old friends. Free, with limited capacity. Tickets available at the desk 30 minutes before program starts. All individuals (of any age) attending need a ticket and must be present to receive their ticket. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. ADA Accommodation Requests
Family Storytime With Stay and Play!
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Atherton - Children’s Room
Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups. This event will be held in the children’s room at the Atherton Library. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, where kids and their caregivers can practice interpersonal skills and have fun learning to share and socialize!
Volunteer Away Your Fines as a Branch Buddy
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: West Valley Library - Meet at Information Desk
Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Pre-registration required. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering away their library fines. Details and Requirements: Must be able to commit to a 60-minute sessionAnyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardianNo experience or special skills necessarySupplies will be provided. ADA Accommodation Requests
Volunteer Away Your Fines as a Branch Buddy
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Tully Library - Children’s Area
Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers will be responsible for: Cleaning toys and furniture in the children’s area. Other activities may include any of the following: Book cover cleaning – Use disinfecting wipes to reinvigorate dingy books.Bookshelves – Dust shelves and organize library materials.Deep cleaning computers – Use disinfecting wipes to disinfect computer mice and mouse pads and compressed air to remove any dust particles or debris.Material inspection – Check books for torn pages, pen marks, etc. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering away their library fines. Details and Requirements: Must be able to commit to the full sessionAnyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardianNo experience or special skills necessaryTraining and supplies will be provided Please register online or ask for assistance by calling/visiting our Information Desk. Space is limited. ADA Accommodation Requests
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Saratoga Library - Community room
Join us for fun stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs! Please park strollers in the Children’s room.For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.
Music and Movement
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Santa Teresa Library - Children’s Area
Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities. Music and Movement is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! San José Public Library Storytimes are in alignment with the City’s Education and Digital Literacy Initiative. ADA Accommodation Requests
LEGO Club
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Rose Garden Library - 2nd Floor, Teen Room
Get ready to build, create, and let your imagination soar at LEGO® Club! With LEGO® and Duplo® bricks, families can drop in and bring their wildest ideas to life. Whether you’re constructing towers, spaceships, or entire worlds, the possibilities are endless. Make lasting memories every Saturday and leave feeling like everything is awesome! NOTE: Recommended for children 5 and older. Small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards for younger children. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Baby Beach Party
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Mountain View Public Library - 1st Floor Program Room
Get ready for some seaside fun at our Baby Beach Party! Join us for music, movement, and a variety of playful sensory stations designed to engage and delight our littlest library visitors.
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Milpitas Library - Activity Room
Join us on Saturday mornings for Family Storytime. This thirty-minute story time features lots of movement, singing, and action. Early literacy focus is on picture books, flannel board stories and fingerplays and an early introduction to group dynamics and socialization. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library - Community Room
Join us for a free math program for Kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division from one digit to four digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. Focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. This program is suitable for children K-3rd grade. Free. ADA Accommodation Requests
Maker Exploration for Families
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D printers, laser cutters and more! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM
3D Designing Workshop
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Village Square Library - Community Room
Interested in learning how to design 3D printing? Learn to design in Tinkercad and see your creation come to life with our 3D printer! Each class introduces a new technique in Tinkercad or other 3D design tools. Participants will have the opportunity to create a project which will be printed out for pick up later.Walk-ins are welcome. First come first serve. Limited to first 25 participants. Participants are highly recommended to bring laptops. Grades: 5th thru 9thADA Accommodation Requests
Sahaja Meditation at Calabazas
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Calabazas Library - community room
The Calabazas Branch of the San Jose Public Library is hosting a Sahaja Meditation Event suitable for all ages. Sahaja Meditation is a time-honored technique that promotes wellness and reduces stress by helping individuals achieve better focus, balance, and inner peace. Attendees are encouraged to dress comfortably and join for this beneficial experience. The event includes a free guided meditation workshop. No registration is required and Walk-ins are welcomeADA Accommodation Requests
Reading Buddies at Alviso Branch Library
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Alviso Library - Children’s Area 5050 N. 1st Street San Jose, CA 95002
Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-5 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our reading coach will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Alviso Branch Library to read aloud to their reading coach. Free. Registration not required. Reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions may be limited depending on the number of participating students. ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday Kids Can Cook
Time: 12:45 PM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library - Entrance
Join us for a session to learn some favorite recipes together! Each month, a new recipe will be presented, and all participants will have hands-on practice in learning and recreating each recipe. Each program will be held on the LAST WEEK of each month. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. The goals of each session include: 1. Learn basic cooking skills and processes 2. Food information literacy 3. Enjoy cooking and food with the community ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday Fun: Arts, Crafts, and More
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Hillview Library
Join us for a Free Fun filled Art, Crafts & More Program! All supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome and no registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Family STEAM
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Calabazas Library
Drop in every Saturday for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making. June 7 - CANCELED - Grab & Go Kits availableJune 14 - SymmetryJune 21 - Egg DropJune 28 - Robot Obstacle Course July 5 - Crafting PatternsJuly 12 - Augmented RealityJuly 19 - MicroscopyJuly 26 - Earthquake EngineeringAugust 2 - LEGO ChallengeAugust 9 - Paper CircuitsAugust 16 - LEGO RoboticsAugust 23 - Teleidoscopes & SymmetryAugust 30 - Paper Topology Appropriate for ages 4 and up with adult help, 8 and up solo. Space is limited - tickets available at the desk 30 minutes in advance. All participants must be present in order to get their ticket. ADA Accommodation Requests
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Almaden Library - Program Room
Volunteer Away Your Fines at $20 per hour and earn community service hours while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers may be asked to assist with: Cleaning materials, bookshelves, furniture, and computersChildren’s toys cleanup Details and Requirements: Must be able to commit to the 60-minute sessionAnyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardianNo experience or special skills necessaryThe library will provide supplies Space is limited. Drop ins permitted but priority is given to those who register in advance. To register, please call 408-808-3040 or email abmail@sjlibrary.org. ADA Accommodation Requests
Dungeons & Dragons Teen Club
Time: 2:30 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Program Room
The Dungeons & Dragons Teen Club will be meeting today. To become part of this club you must have attended the Session 0 event on Saturday, August 16th and committed to playing for the entire Fall 2025 semester. If you missed our Session 0 but are interested in playing next semester, please email teen librarian Hannah Clement directly so she can contact you when space becomes available. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.
Teen Writer’s Circle
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Mitchell Park Library - Midtown Room
Description Join us for another session of the Teen Writer’s Circle. Share your work, receive feedback, and connect with fellow teen writers in a supportive environment. We host interactive activities, engaging discussions, and peer feedback sessions to help each other grow. Our group is always evolving, and we’d love to hear your ideas to make it even better! Connect with fellow teen writers across the South Bay, share your stories, and find inspiration in a supportive community. Whether you’re new to writing or have been writing for years, all levels are welcome! For this session, in addition to discussions, our activities will be centered around writing from different points of views. Register to receive an email reminder, but feel free to drop-in without registering.
Reading to Children with Volunteer Venkat (Hybrid: In-Person and Online)
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: East SJ Carnegie Library
Would you like your children to have fun listening to stories while building vocabulary, developing listening skills, and enhancing their reading comprehension? Join us for virtual Reading to Children where SJPL volunteer Venkat will read aloud a variety of stories! This event is designed for children in preschool-4th grade, but all ages are welcome to attend. Families have the option of either attending in-person at the East San Jose Carnegie branch library or online via Zoom. If you wish to attend online, please e-mail Sarah Kishler at sarah.kishler@sjlbrary.org to register and receive a Zoom link. Both in-person and virtual attendees local to the San Jose area have a chance to win a free book! ADA Accommodation Requests
LEGO® Club - Club LEGO®
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Children’s Area
Open to anyone interested, there is no need to sign up. This will give children the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO® bricks. They can either work on their own creations or build as a team. Free. No registration is required. Recommended for ages 3 - 17 and families/caregivers. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site.ADA Accommodation Requests Abierto a todos los interesados, no se necesita inscribirse. Los niños tendrán la oportunidad de ser creativos y construir lo que quieran con MUCHO LEGO. Pueden trabajar en sus propias creaciones o construir en equipo. Gratuito. No es necesario inscribirse. Recomendado para edades de 3 a 17 años y familias/cuidadores.Solicitudes de adaptaciones ADA
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Berryessa Library - Check in at Information Desk
Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers will be responsible for: Book cover cleaning – Use disinfecting wipes to reinvigorate dingy books.Bookshelves – Dust shelves and organize library materials.Deep cleaning computers – Use disinfecting wipes to disinfect computer mice and mouse pads and compressed air to remove any dust particles or debris.Material inspection – Check books for torn pages, pen marks, etc. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering away their library fines. Details and Requirements: Must be able to commit to the full sessionAnyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardianNo experience or special skills necessaryTraining and supplies will be provideMust arrive no later than 10 minutes late. Please register online or ask for assistance by calling/visiting our Information Desk. Space is limited. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading Buddies
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: West Valley Library - Children’s Room
Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a volunteer. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our volunteers will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the West Valley Branch Library.Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions may be limited depending on the number of volunteers and/or participating students.ADA Accommodation Requests