Daily Events for Monday, October 27, 2025
Discover 32 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Monday, October 27, 2025.
Move and Groove Storytime
Time: 10:15 AM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Move and Groove Storytime has two sessions: 10:15 am and 11:00
Hora de Cuentos / Spanish Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Centrada en las interacciones entre padres/cuidadores y niños de edades 0-3 años. Esta experiencia participativa involucra prácticas de alfabetización temprana de leer, cantar, hablar, escribir, moverse y jugar.Quedanse despues para juegos de exploración y aprendizaje abiertos en compañía de otros niños y cuidadores. This storytime is entirely in Spanish. Temas:Septiembre: Animales BebésOctubre: El otoño, Día de Muertos, y HalloweenNoviembre: ¡Dinosaurios!
Toddler Storytime @ Hillsdale Branch
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Hillsdale Branch - San Mateo Public Library
Join us and get up and get moving with your toddler! Full of
ESL Parent & Caregiver Conversation Club
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101
Parents & Caregivers: You’re Invited! Join us for an engaging series designed to support families and spark meaningful conversations about children and parenting. ✔ Learn practical tips and insights from special guest speakers ✔ Connect with other parents and caregivers in the community ✔ Bring your little ones – children are welcome to attend with you This is a wonderful opportunity to build connections, gain new ideas, and explore ways to support your growing children.Space is limited. Please arrive on 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.
Music and Movement
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Mt. Pleasant 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 This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.ADA Accommodations Requests
A Musical Altar - Una ofrenda musical
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join Cascada de Flores for a bilingual (Spanish/English) performance that explores the Day of the Dead with songs, dance, tradition, and a variety of musical instruments. This program is for children of all ages. This program will be in the Program Room. No registration is required, but space is limited. Doors will close when the room is full. Únase a Cascada de Flores para una presentacion bilingüe (español/inglés) que explora el Día de muertos con canciones, bailes tradicionales y una variedad de instrumentos musicales. Este programa es para niños de todas las edades. Este programa será en la Sala de programas. No es necesario registrarse, pero el espacio es limitado. Las puertas se cerrarán cuando la sala este llena.
Everyone Can Create: Make An Emoji
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Community Room
A picture says a thousand words and an emoji can express even more! Join and learn to make your own emoji. Participants will learn to use Tayasui Sketch to create digital art. Registration requested, drop-ins welcomed. Best for ages 7+; younger participants may need help from a caregiver.ADA Accommodation Requests ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Crea un emoji ¡Una imagen dice más que mil palabras y un emoji puede expresar aún más! Únase a nosotros para crear su propio emoji. Los participantes aprenderán a usar Tayasui Sketch para crear arte digital. Se solicita registración. Participantes sin cita previa son bienvenidos. Ideal para niños de 7 años en adelante. Los participantes menores de 7 años podrían necesitar ayuda del padre o tutor.Solicitudes de adaptaciones ADA
Reading to Children with Aysha
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - 2nd Floor, Children’s Picture Book 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. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area. ADA Accommodation Requests
Free Snacks for Kids! / Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - Lobby area
Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack! For kids 18 years old and under. Monday - Friday (3pm - 4pm) while supplies last. Every school day until June except for GUSD school breaks. Snacks provided by the YMCA. 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 clases! Para niños de 18 años o menos. De lunes a viernes (15:00 a 16:00) hasta agotar existencias. Todos los días lectivos hasta junio, excepto durante las vacaciones escolares del GUSD. Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA. 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.
Mathema Adventures: A D&D-Inspired Math Games Program for Kids
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Tully Library
Are you interested in math? Do you want to improve your problem solving skills and understanding of math? Or do you enjoy math in general? Well, come join us in this Dungeons-&- Dragons-inspired interactive and immersive adventure to improve your math skills! Journey through the world of Mathema to learn math skills to be used in school, and to keep Mathema at peace! Recommended for kids in 1st to 5th grade. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
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.
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.
Village Square Homework Club
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Village Square Library - Community Room
Need room to get homework done and work on class projects? Join as at the Village Square Homework Club. Basic school supplies and snacks are provided. Volunteers are available to help with homework assignments as well. Teens are also welcome to come and work on their school assignments.ADA Accommodation Requests
Create Your Own Flower Crown
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Be inspired by Frida Kahlo or Día de los Muertos as you create your very own flower crown to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month. Mannequin Madness will have a large selection of blooms and accessories to choose from and then walk you through constructing your crown. Drop in anytime during the workshop to create something truly unique. This program is for adults, teens, and children ages 8 and older. Supplies are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Make It Mondays: Spooky Spiders
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Seven Trees Library
Join us every Monday for arts and crafts at the library! Each week will feature a different activity that focuses on building creativity, social-emotional, and school readiness skills through art. All supplies will be provided!ADA Accommodation Requests
STEM OCTOBER
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Edenvale Library
Drop in on Monday afternoons for a new STEM adventure, from engineering to learning to code. October 6: Structural Engineering October 20: Everyone Can Code - Swift October 27: Code and Go Mice No registration required. Appropriate for ages 7-12.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
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
One-On-One Reading Coach for Kids
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - Children’s Area Juvenile Graphic Novel Horseshoe Table
Our One-on-One Reading Tutor for Kids provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Our reading coach 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 Cambrian Branch Library to read aloud to their reading coach.Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions will be 15 minutes. (A little longer session may be permitted, provided there are no other participants). Participants can also use their session to read away their fines! Just inform your coach (open to youth only). Please note, that the One-On-One Reading Tutor for Kids is a program to encourage young readers to practice their reading skills with an adult volunteer. (It is not intended as an hour long tutoring session.) ADA Accommodation Requests
STEM Club
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: King Library Library - Exploration Room, located on the Teen Mezzanine
Drop in and join us every Monday from 4pm-5pm for an evening of STEM related family fun! This club is intended for ages 5-10, but all families are welcome. Free. No registration required. While supplies lasts. September 29 - Lego Build Challenge: Bridge over WaterOctober 6 - Cancelled October 13 - CancelledOctober 20 - Apple Slime October 27 - Halloween Lava LampsADA Accommodation Requests
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-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
Reading Buddies
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library
Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 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 reading and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Joyce Ellington 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 participating students. ADA Accommodation Requests
STEAM Team: Glow in the Dark Slime
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Today, we’ll be scientists, engineers and beyond! Join us at the library the fourth Monday of the month for a new STEAM activity for you to explore. This time, we’ll be making slime with a twist: it glows in the dark! No registration required, as supplies last.
Chess Club for Kids
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Willow Glen Library - Community Room
Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families.Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays.ADA Accommodation Requests
Magic Tree House Book Club
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Calabazas Library - community room
Are you a fan of the Magic Tree House series? Then this book club is just for you! Join Ms. Veena, our enthusiastic volunteer, as she leads lively book discussions and fun craft activities. Explore each book through engaging conversations and creative projects that inspire critical thinking! The Magic Tree House Book Club now meets on the last Monday of every month 4:30 PM at the Calabazas Branch Library. Upcoming Book Selections: September 29- Sea Otter Sunrise by Osborne, Mary PopeOctober 27- Rhinos at Recess by Osborne, Mary Pope November 18 - Afternoon on the Amazon by Osborne, Mary PopeDecember 15 - Camp Time in California by Osborne, Mary PopeLimited to 8 participants - tickets will be available at the desk 30 minutes before the program. All participants must be present to receive tickets. Parents, caregivers, and other spectators will remain outside the room. ADA Accommodation Requests
星期一下午:西游记 (读书会)
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Calabazas Library - community room
A book club dedicated to “Journey to the West,” the classic Chinese fiction. This club is designed for children who are fans of the story and is conducted entirely in Mandarin Chinese. The event is organized by dedicated teen volunteers from Lynbrook High School.小朋友们，你们听说过《西游记》吗？ 这是中国最有名的神话故事之一，讲述了一段惊险又有趣的旅程。在这个故事里，有聪明勇敢的孙悟空、善良慈悲的唐僧、憨厚搞笑的猪八戒，还有忠诚可靠的沙和尚。他们一路上经历了许多危险和考验，但靠着智慧和团结，成功完成了任务。这次旅程不仅是他们追寻经书的故事，更是一场关于勇气、坚持和成长的冒险！更多有关 美猴王系列丛书. 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
Crochet Club
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Tully Library - Children’s Area
All are welcome—from beginners to experienced enthusiasts. Bring your own project or start a new one as we refine our skills and discuss all things crochet. A volunteer is available to provide instructions, and offer advice to beginners. Tools and supplies are provided. The minimum age is six years old. ADA Accommodation Requests
Cambrian Pokemon Club
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - Community Room
Join us to have fun playing Pokemon, trading cards, and learning strategies for improving your game! ADA Accommodation Requests
Halloween Storytime
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Seven Trees Library
Embark on a thrilling adventure during our Halloween storytime at the library, where children immerse themselves in spooky tales and festive fun. Join us for interactive storytelling, creating a bewitching atmosphere that ignites imagination and celebrates the season’s magic. ADA Accommodation Requests
Create-N-Play [Crear-Y-Jugar]
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, Children’s Area
Join us on Monday nights in the Children’s area for a crafty exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with Librarian Samantha!For kids 12 and under, no registration needed.¡Acompañenos los lunes en el area infantil para exlorar todo lo relacionado con Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte y Matemáticas con Bibliotecaria Samantha! Para niños de 12 años o menos, inscripción no es necesaria.
Pajama Storytime [Hora de Cuentos en Pijama]
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, in the Nest
Please join us at Gilroy Library for the Pajama Storytime where we read stories, sing songs, play games, and wear our pajamas for children of all ages with Librarian Samantha! Learning while having fun.Every Monday at 6:30pm, in the Nest — Acompañenos en nuestra Hora de Cuentos en Pijama en la biblioteca de Gilroy, donde leemos cuentos, cantamos canciones, y jugamos con la bibliotecaria Samantha. No olviden traer sus pijamas puestas. ¡Aprendan mientras se divierten!Cada Lunes a las 6:30pm en el nido