Daily Events for Friday, September 5, 2025
Discover 32 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Friday, September 5, 2025.
Baby Bounce Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - First floor, in the Nest
Caregivers and babies (12 months old and younger) are invited to join us for an 8 week series of Baby centered storytimes. Baby bounce shares short stories, nursery rhymes, fingerplays and songs that reinforce early literacy skills. Our Baby Bounce and Lapsit is about 20 minutes followed by Stay & Play time. Caregivers are welcome to bring a blanket for their babies to lay on. This program is appropriate for infants and prewalking babies, ages 0-12 months. Baby Bounce Dates: September 5 September 12 September 19 September 26 October 3 October 10October 17October 24 Se invita a padres y bebés a unirse a nosotros para una serie de 8 semanas de hora de cuentos centrados en bebés. Baby Bounce comparte cuentos cortos, canciones infantiles, y canciones que refuerzan habilidades de lectura. Baby Bounce y Lapsit dura unos 20 minutos, seguido de un tiempo de Stay & Play. Los padres pueden traer una cobija en que su bebé se acueste. Este programa es adecuado para bebés y recién nacidos que no caminan, de 0 a 12 meses. Fechas para Baby Bounce: 5 de septiembre 12 de septiembre 19 de septiembre 26 de septiembre 3 de octubre 10 de octubre17 de octubre24 de octubre
Tiny Tot Jamboree
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Parents and toddlers (1 to 2 years old) join us for short fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Our Tiny Tot Jamboree is 20 minutes followed by Stay & Play time.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.
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: East Palo Alto
Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing, and playing along.¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español e inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos.
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Palo Alto Downtown Library - El Camino Room
Description Join Librarian Heidi on Friday mornings at 11:00AM for Family Storytime at Downtown Library. Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
Baby Storytime (12 months and younger)
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Saratoga Library - Community room
Babies, 12 months and younger, join us for fun, interactive nursery rhymes, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs! Please park strollers at the rear of the room. NOTE: Effective October 1, 2025, Baby Storytime will move to Wednesdays at 11am. 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.
Storytime at Magical Bridge Playground
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for a special storytime at Magical Bridge Playground at Fair Oaks Park, 540 N. Fair Oaks Ave in Sunnyvale. This program is recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers, but everyone is welcome. This program will be offsite at the Magical Bridge Playground. No registration is required. Accessibility: Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Sunnyvale will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you require special accommodation, please contact the library at 408-730-7300 at least three days in advance of this program.
Mini Yoga Club (Ages 2-6)
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - Pageant Park
Join us over at Pageant Park, right behind the Library, for a peaceful and fun morning of yoga with your little one(s)! Bring your mat and enjoy some good stretches and quality time with the family. This event is led by Gali from Mini Yoga Club. The Los Gatos Library recognizes the diversity of our community and is committed to accessibility for all patrons. We strive to make every visitor feel comfortable by ensuring equal access to programs, services, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a library program, please contact library@losgatosca.gov
Sensory Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Sensory Storytime is a fun interactive and inclusive literacy program. It engages children through movement, music, active stories, sensory materials and visual schedules. This program is for children with sensory challenges or difficulty being in large groups. It is limited to 12 participants and their caregivers. This program is for ages 3 to 6. This program will be in the Program Room. Registration required. Please arrive early, registrants’ spots are guaranteed only until the start of the program. Register for Sensory Storytime Accessibility: Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Sunnyvale will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you require special accommodation, please contact the library at 408-730-7300 at least three days in advance of this program.
Itty Bitty Jamboree
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Parents and babies (12 months old and younger) join us for short fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Our Itty Bitty Jamboree is 20 minutes followed by Stay & Play time.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.
Knit & Crochet Circle at Milpitas Library
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Conference Room
Do you love to knit and/or crochet? Join us on Friday afternoons for our knit and crochet circle. Meet other yarn lovers while working on your latest project, get help when you’re stuck, and share ideas. Limited instruction is available in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Gujarati but please note that this is not a class.No registration required. Materials not provided.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.
Friday Crafternoons at Joyce Ellington Branch Library
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library - Children’s Area
Come join us every Friday for a new craft activity! All supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Lego Club
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Join us on Fridays for LEGO Club! Relax in the afternoon and flex your creativity and architectural skills by building with LEGOs.
Snack Break-Free Snacks for Kids!/¡Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library
Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last.For kids 18 years old and under. Snacks provided by the YMCA.September - May except for MHUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela! Lunes - viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas.Para niños de 18 años y menores.Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA.De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de MHUSD. Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
Free Meals at the Library / Comida gratis en la biblioteca
Time: 3:15 PM | Location: East Palo Alto
Get your FREE meal at the East Palo Alto Library. Adults with kids eat free too! For more information, contact our customer care. Comida GRATIS en la Bibilioteca de East Palo Alto. ¡Adultos con niños tambien comen gratis! Para más información, llama a nuestro servicio de cliente. Me’akai TA’E TOTONGI ‘i he laipeli ‘o East Palo Alto. Ki he kakai lalahi ‘oku ‘iai ‘enau longai’i fanau! Ka ‘oku ‘iai ha’o fehu’i, kataki fetu’utaki mai kihe.
Music & Movement for Ages 3-8
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Activity Room
Join us as we focus on early literacy through movement, songs and dance. Children and their caregivers will have fun exploring music and dancing together! For ages 3 to 8 with an adult caregiver. 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.
Kids Keva Club for ages 5 and up
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Please join us after school to imagine and build with Keva planks. Create structures, sculptures, and ball-runs out of wooden planks. Practice your artistic and architectural skills without tools, glue, nails, or tape - just planks! Great for inspiring creativity. Lego lovers will enjoy the freedom to build.
STEAM Club for Kids
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Village Square Library - Community Room
The STEAM Club for Kids is a monthly, one-hour program designed to engage students in hands-on learning across science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Each session introduces a unique STEAM theme featuring an interactive activity, a collaborative project and occasionally a guest speaker. This program takes place on first Friday August thru October and on second Friday in November. Grades: 3rd thru 8th August 1: Mobile and Traditional Art See how mobile devices and traditional art tools help grow creativity through both digital and hands-on art.Bringing your tablet or phone is highly recommended. September 5: The Art of Engineering Explore how engineering blends creativity and design through real-world examples like roller coasters and cars. Participate in a mini CAD design challenge using Tinkercad for a hands-on learning experienceOctober 3: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics Understanding the role of AI and robotics in the modern world through fun interactive learning. November 14: Video Games: Design, Logic & Creativity Learning the basics the of video game design, logic, and creativity. No registration required. First come, first serve. Limit to 30. ADA Accommodation Requests
Video Game Zone
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Seven Trees Library
Have fun and compete with others in a variety of popular games on Nintendo Switch, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! Open to Teens and Pre-Teens.No Registration Required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Friday Family Game ZONE
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Community Room
Join us as we play hit titles for Nintendo Switch, including Super Mario Brothers Party, Mario Kart,Super Smash Bros, and more. We also have board games and card games for children, teens and families. Free. No registration is required. Recommended for ages 4-17 and families/caregivers. ADA Accommodation Requests Acompáñanos mientras jugamos a títulos de éxito para Nintendo Switch, como Super Mario Brothers Party, Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, y más. También tenemos juegos de mesa y juegos de cartas para niños, adolescentes y familias. Gratis. No se necesita inscribirse. Recomendado para edades de 4 a 17 años y familias/cuidadores.Solicitudes de Acomodación ADA
Free Meals at the Library / Comida gratis en la biblioteca
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Get your FREE meal at the North Fair Oaks Library. Adults with kids eat free too! For more information, contact our customer care. Comida GRATIS en la Bibilioteca de North Fair Oaks. ¡Adultos con niños tambien comen gratis! Para más información, llama a nuestro servicio de cliente. Me’akai TA’E TOTONGI ‘i he laipeli ‘o North Fair Oaks. Ki he kakai lalahi ‘oku ‘iai ‘enau longai’i fanau! Ka ‘oku ‘iai ha’o fehu’i, kataki fetu’utaki mai kihe.
Pages and Paws Reading Buddy
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Mountain View Public Library - 1st Floor Program Room
Therapy reading dogs provide a comforting presence for children as they navigate the exciting realm of books. This initiative aims to build confidence, enhance literacy skills and instill a lifelong…
Friday Fun: Fun with Paint!
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Willow Glen Library - Community Room
Join us every Friday at the Willow Glen Branch Library for a fun activity for kids. Activities may include arts & crafts, special performances or workshops, and board or video games.This week we will put out our watercolor paints for you to use… kids are encouraged to present their artwork to others at the end of the session. Note: 2nd Friday of every month is free play with Legos®! All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Vietnamese Storytime & Craft-Kể chuyện và làm thủ công bằng tiếng Việt
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Evergreen Library - Chidren’s Area
Thân mời các bé cùng cha mẹ hoặc người chăm sóc bé đến tham dự Giờ Kể Chuyện và làm thủ công bằng tiếng Việt tại Thư Viện Evergreen! Chúng ta sẽ cùng nhau nghe kể chuyện, hát ca và tham gia các hoạt động vui nhộn giúp bé phát triển kỹ năng ngôn ngữ và niềm yêu thích đọc sách từ sớm. Sau phần kể chuyện, các bé sẽ được hướng dẫn làm một món thủ công đơn giản và sáng tạo để mang về nhà! Chương trình phù hợp với trẻ em ở mọi độ tuổi và là dịp tuyệt vời để cả gia đình cùng học hỏi, vui chơi và kết nối. Không cần đăng ký trước. Hãy rủ bạn bè cùng tham gia nhé! ADA Yêu cầu Phương tiện để tham gia chương trình Join us for a fun and engaging Vietnamese Storytime and Craft at Evergreen Library! Children and their parents or caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and playful activities in Vietnamese that help build early language and literacy skills.After Storytime, kids will learn to make a simple and creative craft to take home! This program is perfect for children of all ages, a wonderful opportunity for families to learn, play, and grow together. No registration is required. Bring your friends to join us!ADA Accommodation Requests
LEGO Fridays!
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: College Terrace Library
Description We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation! In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because children engage in problem solving, teamwork, self-confidence, and creativity!
Friday Fun: Felt Leaf Bookmarks
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Pearl Avenue Library
Classes are done! No homework is due until Monday! It’s time for Friday Fun! Pearl Avenue will present a series of crafts, games, or fun activities each Friday afternoon, starting at 4 p.m. It will be a great way to start off your weekend!Join us this week as we make felt leaf bookmarks! Please join us every Friday, for something new! Crafts, Board games, Bingo - lots of fun for everyone! ALL supplies are provided! This program is generously sponsored by the Pearl Avenue Friends of the Library Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
LEGO® Engineering Club
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: East SJ Carnegie Library
Come join us at East SJ Carnegie Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! Participate in a weekly engineering challenge or make whatever you want! Important: This event is recommended for children 5 and older. Small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards for younger children. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Fun Art Friday
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Edenvale Library
Come join us on the First Friday of the month for a new art activity! Fun Art Friday is a hands-on program that provides children an opportunity to express themselves visually through interactive and creative art. Volunteer Rashmi will facilitate the art activity based on a specific theme of the month. Recommended for ages 5-10, and families are welcome. Free. Registration not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Friday Fun
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - Community Room
Each week will feature a special craft or activity, so you can get creative. Come together to have fun and build community! Children, teens, and adults, and families are invited to play a selection of board games and card games that are available.Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Friday Fun: Hanging Beaded String-of-Pearls Plant
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Tully Library
Join us every Friday for a new craft activity. This week, we’ll make a beaded string-of-pearls plant pot that will sparkle in the sun and can be hung up. All supplies will be provided.Free. No registration required. For ages 6 and up. Staff might limit the number of craft kits per family to ensure more families can participate. Supplies are limited so priority will be given to children and teens who are present at the program. Parents who wish to take supplies home for their kids to make will need to wait until 4:30 pm to see if there are extra supplies left. Click here to see the list of upcoming Friday Fun activities. ADA Accommodation Requests
STEM Fridays
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Hillview Library
Join us for STEM Fridays where we have different experiments and topics every week! Learn about the science behind lava lamps, slime, bubbles, potions, and more! Develop coding skills, create your own online game, or a 3D print, there are a variety of lessons provided. To see what we’re doing on any given Friday, check our monthly calendar or our online event page. Free. ADA Accommodation Requests
Arts & Crafts Fun
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Calabazas Library
Our partner, Budding Leaders, is hosting arts and crafts classes for ages 4+ with adult help, 8+ solo. We will supply materials and samples and help you create beautiful art work. ADA Accommodation Requests
中/英文雙語說故事時間 Mandarin/English Bilingual Family Storytime
Time: 7:00 PM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101
Join us for for stories, songs, flannel board story, fingerplay and a craft project with Children Librarian in Mandarin and English. Children and their caretakers are welcome to join. 兒童圖書館員將為小朋友讀圖畫故事書;唱兒歌;用絨布板講故事;手指謠和做美勞。歡迎幼兒們 和家長,褓母一同前來參加。Thank you to the Friends of the Cupertino Library for their funding and support.