Daily Events for Thursday, October 23, 2025
Discover 49 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
STEM Club
Time: 9:00 AM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library - Parking is available in the neighborhood.
Drop in every Thursday morning for a fun and educational new STEM adventure! Intended for ages 6-10.Free. No registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Family Storytime
Time: 10:15 AM | Location: Almaden Library - Program Room
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! Free, with limited capacity. Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk before Storytime. A second Storytime will be held if many families miss the first one. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.ADA Accommodation Requests
Baby Bounce Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Woodside
Baby storytime centers around parent/caregiver-child interactions. This storytime is developmentally appropriate for newborns and babies up to 18 months old. Please join us for rhymes, lap bounces, singing, instruments and a book or two.
Family Storytime - Stay & Play
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Bascom Library - Children’s Area
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! Storytime: 10:30am - 10:55amStay & Play: 11:00am - 11:30am Free, with limited capacity. 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.Storytime will be held in the Children’s Room.To find out if Storytime has been cancelled, please call the Bascom Branch at 408-808-3077. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.ADA Accommodation Requests
Mandarin Stories and Songs 亲子中文活動
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Calabazas Library - community room
参加亲子中文故事/ 唱歌跳舞/小小藝術活動。 · 第一個星期四: 中文故事/ 唱歌跳舞· 第二個星期四: 中英雙語小小藝術活動 · 第三個星期四: 中文故事/ 唱歌跳舞· 第四個和最後一個星期四: 中英雙語小小音樂與運動活動 最新的中文書在這裡, 找最新的中文兒童讀物, 中文兒童電子書, 以及其他簡體中文儿童读物. 歡迎您參加親子活動！這是一個很好的機會，可以認識其他鄰居，並結交新朋友 免费的亲子中文活動. 座位数量有限. 门票将在故事时间开始前 30 分钟在询问处领取。圖書館中文资源: 大人最新中文书, 中文電子書, 非小說類電子書 (Overdrive) 有歡迎大家一起來借閱電子書.Overdirve平台: 小朋友的中文電子書, 大朋友的中文電子小說, 大朋友的非小說類的電子書籍. Hoopla平台: 中文有聲書籍美国残疾人法案(ADA)申请提供协助
Infant and Toddler Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Educational Park Library
Infant Toddler Storytime invites children and their caregivers to wiggle, rhyme, and sing with diverse books, songs, and fingerplays that encourage language, play, and exploration. This program is geared for children 0 to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers, but all children are welcome! Free, 50 person maximum. Story Time tickets required. Another event, Infant and Toddler Storytime 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
Baby Lapsit & Playtime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for songs and bounces just right for babies 0 to 12 months. After storytime, stay for playtime. This program is for babies 0 to 12 months and their caregivers. No older siblings please. This program will be in the Library Program Room. No registration required, but space is limited. Doors will close when the room is full. 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.
Books and Boogie Storytime/ Hora de Cuentos
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - Children’s Area, Downstairs
Join us at the Gilroy Library on Thursday mornings for Books and Boogie storytime with Librarian Rosa!Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy engaging stories, playful rhymes, lively fingerplays, and music and movement activities that nurture early literacy skills. After storytime, stay and explore our brand-new Play Space area during “Stay and Play” time.****Únase a nosotros en la Biblioteca de Gilroy los jueves por la mañana para una hora de cuentos, donde compartiremos historias divertidas, rimas, canciones y baile con la bibliotecaria Rosa.Estas actividades están diseñadas para ayudar a desarrollar las habilidades tempranas de lectura en los niños. Después, quédese para disfrutar de nuestra nueva área de juegos.
Storytime for Babies at Cupertino Library
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Cupertino Library
Join us for Storytime for Babies in our first floor program room! This storytime series is suitable for children ages 0 to 1 and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, and more, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and babies will listen together, learn together, and play together. This storytime is for pre-walkers and is limited to the first 30 babies, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.Beginning 9/4-10/16: Due to construction Storytime for Babies will not feature the stay and play component. We look forward to resuming stay and play on Thursday 10/23! Thank you for your patience.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.
Toddler Storytime: Stories and Songs for 1-2 year olds
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Milpitas Library - Activity Room
Join us on Thursday mornings for Toddler Storytime: Stories and Songs for 1-2 year olds. This story time features lots of movement, singing, and action. Early literacy focus is on very short picture books, with simple flannel board stories, fingerplays, and lots of repetition. This twenty to twenty-five minute storytime is geared for very young toddlers who can no longer sit in laps!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.
Toddler Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Morgan Hill Library
Join us for a fun-filled storytime featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of interactive movement! This early literacy storytime is designed for children 2-3 yrs old and their caregivers.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.
Musical Jamboree With Stay and Play!
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Atherton - Children’s Room
It’s a musical jamboree! Join us as we make music together in this silly, song-and-dance-filled storytime for all ages. 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!
Indoor Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Santa Teresa Library - Community Room
Family 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!Free, with limited capacity. Please get a ticket at the Information Desk up to 60 minutes prior to storytime.This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.ADA Accommodation Requests
My First Book Club
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library
My First Book Club was created to help caregivers and children bond over books and reading and to foster early literacy skills. Caregivers will learn the theory and mechanics of a successful reading session while having fun sharing stories with their children and participating in various educational activities. Every participating child will receive a free book (while supplies last). Suitable for children 6 months and older and their caregivers. Free. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Baby Lapsit Storytime at King
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: King Library Library - Children’s Room, First floor
This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently, and their caregivers. Baby Lapsit invites newborns, infants, babies, and their caregivers to learn together and strengthen their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! Some special toys and the Storytime librarian will join in the fun, giving babies and parents time to connect. Lapsit Storytime 11:00 - 11:25 amStay & Play 11:25 am - 12:00 pm This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. Free, with limited capacity. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Wonderful Ones Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - Children’s Room
Join us for Wonderful Ones Storytime in the Children’s Room every Thursday at 11 am! We will sing, move, and read together as we work on developing our early literacy skills while also building community connections. This program is specifically intended for the developmental stages of one year olds but concepts can be transferred to similar ages. 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
Family Storytime-IN THE PICTURE BOOK AREA
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Cambrian Library - Community Room, unless otherwise specified
DUE TO THE ELECTION, STORYTIME WILL BE IN THE 2ND FLOOR PICTURE BOOK AREA, NO TICKETS REQUIRED!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!Free This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. ADA Accommodation Requests
Celebrating Filipino American History Month Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Rose Garden Library - 1st Floor, Community Room
Join us for a captivating journey celebrating Filipino American Heritage Month during our special storytime at the library. Delve into the rich tapestry of Filipino culture through engaging stories, vibrant music, and exciting activities that honor the traditions and contributions of Filipino Americans. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore diverse narratives and foster cultural appreciation in an inclusive and welcoming environment.Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Hora de Cuentos en Español: Celebrate Halloween!
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: College Terrace Library
Description Los invitamos a participar junto a la señorita Juliana para la hora de cuentos familiares en español en la biblioteca de College Terrace. La hora del cuento incluye una variedad de actividades como cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos. Storytime es una experiencia divertida e interactiva para toda la familia que promueve el placer de leer y aprender para todas las edades. Este programa familiar se ofrece en español y está abierto a todas las personas interesadas en aprender nuevos idiomas. Por favor traiga sus propias bufandas y maracas. La biblioteca no proporciona útiles compartidos en este momento. Esta hora de cuentos es un programa en el interior/exterior de la biblioteca. El uso del espacio exterior depende del clima. ¡Asegúrate de seguirnos en YouTube para ver más historias, canciones y rimas, incluyendo una lista de reproducción de todas nuestras canciones favoritas para cantar -------------------------------- Join Señorita Juliana for Family Storytime en Español at College Terrace Library. Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movements. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This family-friendly program is hosted in Spanish and open to all including native speakers and those interested in learning new languages. Please bring your own scarves and shakers. The library is not providing shared supplies at this time. This storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Use of outdoor space is weather dependent. Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
Diwali: Stories of Light and Tradition
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Portola Valley
Laya Arts Collective celebrates and shares the vibrant traditions of Indian dance, music and storytelling through dynamic performances. This program celebrates Diwali and features storytelling from Indian mythology, brought to life by a captivating dance presentation and interactive audience participation in learning hand gestures and rhythmic footwork.This program will replace our regular Spanish Bilingual Storytime.
Bilingual Family Storytime/ Hora de Cuentos & Stay and Play
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Hillview Library - Storytime Area
Bilingual Family storytime is geared for a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. After Storytime concludes, families are invited to Stay & Play! For 30 minutes after storytime, special, age-appropriate toys will be available to keep the fun going. Storytime 11:00 - 11:30 amStay & Play 11:30 - 12:00 pm Free. No registration is required. Cuentos en familia está diseñado para una variedad de edades e invita a todo la familia para participar en actividades de alfabetazión temprana, como cuentos, juegos con los dedos y actividades de movimiento. Después de que concluya la hora del cuento, ¡las familias están invitadas a quedarse y jugar! Por 30 minutos después de la hora del cuento, habrán juguetes especiales y apropiados para la edad disponible para mantener la diversión. Hora de cuentos 11:00 - 11:30 amStay & Play 11:30 - 12:00 pm Gratis. No es necesario registrarse. Accommodation Requests
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Berryessa Library - Community Room
Storytime is a fun and interactive experience 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. This program promotes the joys of reading and learning for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, with limited capacity. 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 Accommodation Requests
Reading to Children in Japanese にほんご おはなし会
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: West Valley Library - Community Room
Preschool age children and their parents/caregivers are invited to the West Valley Branch Library for Reading to Children in Japanese. Every Thursday at 11:00 AM, children will enjoy early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities all in the Japanese language. This program is brought to the library by Poponta Children’s Cultural Society. Established in 2008 and based in San Mateo, Poponta is comprised of a group of volunteers dedicated to serving the Japanese-speaking community. Poponta volunteers tell stories to children to open their minds to the magic of books. To learn more about Poponta, please visit: https://ja-jp.facebook.com/popontanokai/ Free, with limited capacity. Seating 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 the program. San José Public Library Early Education programs are in alignment with the City’s Education and Digital Literacy Initiative. ADA Accommodation Requests 未就園児のお子さま、日本語に興味のあるお子さまとその保護者の皆さまは、ウェストバレーブランチ図書館日本語お話会にご参加いただけます。毎週木曜日の午前11時に、絵本の読みきかせ、手遊び歌、昔話、ペープサートなどが楽しめます。このプログラムは、ぽぽんた児童文化の会メンバーの一人と有志によって図書館で開催しています。 ぽぽんた児童文化の会は2008年に設立され、サンマテオを拠点とし、ベイエリアにお住まいの日本語を話すコミュニティに日本文化、日本語のお話を提供するボランティアグループです。パンデミック中の規則に準拠し、ストーリータイム(お話会)においてもいくつかルールが変更になりましたのでご確認ください。これは屋内プログラムになることに注意してください。全員（2歳以上）は屋内でマスク着用をお勧めします。座席は先着順でご利用いただけます。プログラム開始30分前にインフォメーションデスクにて、数量限定のチケットを配布いたします。サンノゼ公立図書館の早期教育プログラムは、市の教育およびデジタルリテラシーイニシアチブと連携しています。図書館主催のイベントでは、アメリカ障害者法に基づく介助が必要な場合、イベントの少なくとも7営業日前に408-244-4747にお電話ください。
Preschool Storytime
Time: 11:15 AM | Location: Morgan Hill Library
Join us for a fun-filled storytime featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of interactive movement! This early literacy storytime is designed for children 3-4 yrs old and their caregivers.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.
Open Lab: Drop In Memory Lab
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Come and join us in digitizing your media using our Memory Lab. This is a drop in program and their will be a staff member available to get you started in you digitization project! Media you can digitize: Photos, negatives, and photographic slidesVHS Audio cassettes8mm and Super-8 film (no audio)3.5” floppy disks (DOS or Windows format only)CD-R and DVD-R data discs
Reading to Children
Time: 2:00 PM | 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. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interactions with our librarian. Kids are also welcome to practice reading aloud. Reading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area. ADA Accommodation Requests
Bilingual Reading to Children with Leila
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Pearl Avenue Library
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. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Our volunteer, Ms. Leila, will read in either Spanish or English, or both. Reading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area. No tickets are necessary. ADA Accommodation Requests
Día de Muertos: Mini Ofrenda “Altar” Workshop
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Build your own mini altar to celebrate Day of the Dead! Local artist Elizabeth Jiménez Montelongo will guide you through the process, demonstrating each step. She will also share some information on the basic elements that are included, their meaning, and the Indigenous roots of the tradition. There is plenty of room for creative liberty in this project! Feel free to bring small decorative objects, natural objects, and/or a photo or focal item for the top. ¡Construye tu propio mini altar para celebrar el Día de Muertos! La artista local Elizabeth Jiménez Montelongo te guiará en el proceso, mostrándote cada paso. También compartirá información sobre los elementos básicos, su significado y las raíces indígenas de la tradición. ¡Este proyecto te da mucha libertad creativa! Puedes traer pequeños objetos decorativos, objetos naturales, una foto o un objeto central para la parte superior.
3D Print and Paint
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Join us for a fun afternoon of painting 3D printed models! 3D printing is one of our most popular activities here at the library, and now you have the chance to paint what you print! If you don’t have a printed model, don’t worry. We have a bunch to give out while supplies last!
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.
Reading Buddies
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Group Study Room
Reading Buddies provides students in grades K–5 with the opportunity to strengthen their reading skills by working one-on-one with a friendly reading coach. This program creates a positive and supportive reading experience for beginning and developing readers, helping children build confidence and fluency. Our reading coach listens as children read, offering encouragement and support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students may bring a favorite book from home or select one from the library’s collection to read aloud. Reading sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The length of each session may be limited depending on the number of participating students and/or available volunteers. Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation RequestsReading buddies (Amigos de la Lectura) les dan a los niños de Kínder a 5.º grado la oportunidad de mejorar su lectura en inglés leyendo uno a uno con un/a tutor de lectura amigable. Este programa hace que leer sea una experiencia positiva y de apoyo para quienes están empezando o siguen aprendiendo, ayudándoles a ganar confianza y fluidez. El/la acompañante escucha mientras los niños leen, y les da ánimo y apoyo con la fonética, palabras comunes y comprensión. Los niños pueden traer su libro favorito de casa o elegir uno de la colección de la biblioteca para leer en voz alta. Las sesiones se ofrecen por orden de llegada. El tiempo de cada sesión puede variar según cuántos niños y voluntarios haya. Gratis. No es necesario registrarse. Este programa será en inglés.Solicitudes de Acomodación ADA
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.
Junior STEAM Club
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Calabazas Library
Drop in every Thursday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure for young scientists and their caregivers, from robots to engineering to science to making. September 4 - Slime LabSeptember 11 - BREAK - drop by to pick up a grab & go STEAM kitSeptember 18 - Talk Like a Pirate DaySeptember 25 - Sphero ArtOctober 2 - Pirate STEAMOctober 9 - Symmetry with Diwali RangoliOctober 16 - Earthquake Engineering for the Great ShakeoutOctober 23 - Pumpkin / Halloween STEAMOctober 30 - Robot Trick-or-Treat No registration required. Appropriate for ages 3-7. To prevent overcrowding, this program is held twice, with identical sections at 3:30 PM and 4:30 PM. 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. ADA Accommodation Requests
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.
Homework Help [Ayuda con la Tarea]
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, Nest | 1er piso, Nido
Are you a student in grades 1st - 6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help from every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 4-5:30pm. Basic school supplies will be provided. No registration is required. ¿Eres un estudiante de 1.º a 6.º grado y necesitas ayuda con la tarea? Tenemos tutores disponibles para ayudarte con tus tareas cada martes, miercoles, y jueves de las 4-5:30pm. Se proporcionarán útiles escolares básicos. No se requiere inscripción.
LEGO® Fun
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Tully Library
Join us at Tully library every Thursday for LEGO® fun. Bring your creativity and imagination to build unique models using our LEGO® pieces. Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. For children and families. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Plot Twist Society
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Join Plot Twist Society!\nA super fun Book Club for all readers
Jack O’Lantern Jamboree!
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Palo Alto - Children’s Library
Description We’re throwing a Halloween dance party and YOU’RE invited! Children and their families are invited to come decked out in costume and dance with us in the Secret Garden of Children’s Library. We will also have fun crafts and light refreshments. Bring the whole family and join us for this special event! Registration is not required.In the event of rain, this event will take place in the Treetop Room.
Reading To Children at the Willow Glen Library
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Willow Glen Library - Children’s Room
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 volunteers Mike & Sally. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Homework Help for Grades K-6
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Program Room
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome as spaces allows. Basic school supplies will be provided. Please note: As a parent or caregiver, it is mandatory to stay in the Courtyard while your child participates in the program. Homework Help will not be held on the following dates: ’ October 13November 3 November 11 November 24 - November 28 December 22 - January 5 January 19 February 16 to February 20 March 30 April 13 to April 17 May 25 Are you interested in volunteering for Homework Help? Please visit our volunteer page to find out how to be a Homework Help volunteer.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
Homework Help for Grades K-6
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome as spaces allows. Basic school supplies will be provided. Please note: As a parent or caregiver, it is mandatory to stay in the room while your child participates in the program. Homework Help will not be held on the following dates: November 11 November 24 - November 27 December 22 - January 1 January 19 February 16 to February 19 March 30 to April 6 May 25 Are you interested in volunteering for Homework Help? Please visit our volunteer page to find out how to be a Homework Help volunteer.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
NUMU Youth Still Life: Spooky Skeleton Figure Drawing (Ages 7-16)
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - NUMU - 106 E. Main St
Meet us at the New Museum Los Gatos, where the staff will arrange a (fake decor) skeleton and a (decor) dog skeleton along with a few spooky objects from our collection for children ages 7-16 to sketch on black or gray paper with white drawing pencils. All materials are provided. Registration opens 3 weeks prior to the event. 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
Homework Help K-6 grade
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Saratoga Library - Orchard room
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? Our tutors will provide free homework help on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:00p.m. - 5:30 p.m, Free homework help is also available on Wednesdays from 3:00 - 4:30pm. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome as space permits. Please note: As a parent or caregiver, it is mandatory to stay in the Children’s room while your child (if she or he is under the age of 10) participates in this program. Homework Help will not be held on the following dates: November 24-27December 22 - January 8, 2026February 16-19April 1-9May 25 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.
Homework Help for Grades K-5
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Cupertino Library - 1st floor- Torre Room
Are you a student in grades K-5 and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 4:30p.m. - 6:00p.m. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be 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.
Drop-In Sewing
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Do you have a sewing project to complete? Come visit our Makerspace and use our sewing machines that are available for you to use!Materials are provided and limited amount of fabric will be available, please bring your own fabric! This program is intended for adults and teens who are already familiar with using sewing machines. Minimal instructions will be given.
Maker Exploration
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hour to learn about 3D printers, Laser Cutters and more!
Teen Table Tennis
Time: 6:00 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Come join us for an active evening of table tennis! Test your hand-eye coordination against your friends–are you the best in our community? Take a short break from homework and studying to relax and hang out with your friends!
Preschool Storytime: 3’s & 4’s Budding Bookworms
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Activity Room
This thirty-minute story time is geared for preschoolers ages 3, 4, and 5. The early literacy focus is on longer picture books and flannel board stories and other storytelling activities and fingerplays. Children’s librarians also share kindergarten readiness resources with caregivers.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.
Night Owl Storytime
Time: 7:00 PM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for Night Owl Storytime at 7 p.m. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. This program will be in the Library Program Room. No registration required, but space is limited. Doors will close when the room is full. 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.