Daily Events for Saturday, January 24, 2026
Discover 52 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Readathon Kickoff Party Quiet Room
Time: 9:30 AM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Join us for Readathon Kickoff Party Quiet Room.
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. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials.For children interested in crochet, the recommended age is 10 years old and older. Children who are 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by parents. 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。
Decorate a Plastic Milk Jug Elephant!
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library - Parking is available in the neighborhood.
Come and have some crafty family fun decorating a plastic milk jug elephant fit for a Silly Circus Show! Supplies provided free while supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests.
Magazine Bundle Sale
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - downstairs Meeting room
Join us for our annual Magazines by the Bundle Sale! $3 a bundle or 4 bundles for $10. Support your Library and get a great deal. Magazines are from 2024 and there are a variety of topics available for different age groups. Credit card purchase available for amounts over $5.00. Want to become a Member of the Friends? Annual Membership rates: $5.00 Individual$10.00 Family$25.00 Patron/Business$100.00 Library Friends Champion Join or renew membership at Home - Friends of the Library (FOGL) Book StoreFriends of the Gilroy Library (friendsofgilroylibrary.org) Ongoing Bookstore hours: Monday 1pm-4pmTuesday 1pm-3pmWednesday 1pm-4pmThursday 10am-3pmFriday 1pm-5pm2nd and 4th Saturday of the month 10am-1pm Proceeds help fund extra programs and resources for the Gilroy Library.
Bug Bot Mazes for Grades K and Up
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Los Altos Library - Orchard Room
Children in grades Kindergarten and up are invited to join us for a fun drop-in tech and craft program. We will make amazing mazes for little robot bugs that you can take home and play with. All supplies will be provided. This program will take place in the Orchard Room of the Los Altos Library on Saturday, January 24, from 10am till 12 noon. This program is self-directed so kids, please bring your adult caregiver! Supplies are limited.Many thanks to the Friends of the Los Altos Library for making this program possible. 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@lib.sccgov.org.
Friends of the Evergreen Branch Library Book Sale
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Evergreen Library
The Friends of the Evergreen Branch Library will be hosting a huge book sale in the Community Room. Choose from a large collection of books at our sale. Come support your local library branch and find new literary and media treasures for yourself!There will be tons of Adult and Children’s Fiction! Specials: Teachers receive a 50% discount during the sale.Children 0-12 get one free item during the sale. All proceeds directly benefit Evergreen Library’s events and programs. Cash Only ADA Accommodation Requests
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Time: 10:15 AM | 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
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: 10:15 AM | Location: Joyce Ellington 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. 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
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!
Family Storytime at Cupertino Library
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Cupertino Library
Join us for Family Storytime for all ages in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
Family Storytime [Hora de Cuentos]
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, Burrow 1° piso, Madriguera
Join us for stories, songs, music & movement with Librarian Patty, followed by play time. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, música y movimiento con la Bibliotecaria Patty, seguido por tiempo para jugar.
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.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 at Edenvale Branch
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Edenvale 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. 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. Registration required. ADA Accommodation 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
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
Friendly Stitchers
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library - Parking is available in the neighborhood.
Do you enjoy—or want to learn—cross stitch and other needlecrafts? Join our weekly stitching social! Bring your own project of any kind or stitch our small sample project while enjoying the company of fellow needlecrafters. Small project supplied free for participants to stitch at the program. ADA Accommodation Requests
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
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Mitchell Park Library - Midtown Room
Description Join Librarian Alicia on Saturdays at 11:00 AM for Family Storytime at Mitchell Park 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!
Readathon Kickoff Party!
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Join us from 11am-1pm in the Oak Room for a Readathon Kickoff
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for Family Storytime at 11 a.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.
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Mitchell Park Library - Midtown Room
Description Join us on Saturdays at 11:00 AM for Family Storytime at Mitchell Park 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!
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 Printing and Laser cutting! 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
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.
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.
Reading to Children
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Berryessa Library - Children’s Area- Read to Children Corner
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 a small group interaction with 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 Reading to Children corner, within the Children’s Area. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: West Valley 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. 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. San José Public Library Storytimes are developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. 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
Silicon Valley Reads- Thank You Neighbor: Thank You Cards
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Village Square Library - Community Room
In Thank You, Neighbor by Ruth Chan, we read about many ways neighbors can be helpful. Think about someone in your neighborhood who helps. What do they do? How does that benefit the neighborhood? Make them a thank you card to celebrate their efforts for the community. You can write a message, draw a picture, or both!This event is a part of the annual Silicon Valley Reads (SV Reads) programADA Accommodation Requests
STEM Workshops by Meemli
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Seven Trees Library - Family Learning Center Classroom
Please note Registration is full - You may sign the Waitlist Seven Trees Library has partnered with Meemli, a 501c3 nonprofit, who have created their own safe online platform and custom content developed and delivered by top-notch teachers to provide great learning experiences to young students. These personalized, teacher-guided workshops give grade school students the extra help they need to excel. Through instruction and hands-on activities using their own personal STEM kits, students will: Build foundational understanding of STEM concepts through engaging, age-appropriate activities.Strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills by completing hands-on experiments.Grow confidence in independent learning and STEM exploration at home.Develop communication and collaboration skills through peer and teacher interactions.Foster family engagement in STEM learning through accessible, multilingual materials. Each session a new STEM topic will be explored, with an activity to complete and take home. Topics include Sound, Physics, Chemistry, Circuits, and more! Age: Grades K-3 Time: 1st & 3rd Saturday each month, from 11am-12pm Duration: October 2025 - May 2026 Location: Seven Trees Library Waitlist here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r… ADA Accommodation Requests
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Joyce Ellington 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. 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
STEM Club
Time: 11:15 AM | Location: Alum Rock Library
Every Saturday the library will host an exciting STEM activity for kids. Projects will vary, but include activities across Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.ADA Accommodation Requests
Silly Circus Show with Bri Crabtree
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library - Parking is available in the neighborhood.
Join Bri Crabtree for her Silly Circus Show of real-life circus antics. Inspired by the circus, vaudeville, and silliness, the show elicits non-stop giggles and contagious laughter. The show features juggling, magic, illusion, and physical comedy. Guaranteed to delight all ages!Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading Buddies
Time: 11:30 AM | 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
3-D Print Drop In
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Join us in the Book Bubble from 12 PM- 2 PM for a 3-D Print
Reading Buddies with Cristel
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: King Library Library - Children’s Room, 1st floor
Children in grades K-5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Cristel on Saturdays. Our Reading Buddy will listen to children and help them build confidence in their ability to read. They will ask questions about the books being read to encourage reading comprehension. Children will enjoy one-on-one interaction with Cristel who has been trained to create a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers. Availability of Reading Buddies is on a first come, first served basis. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading Buddies with Ilse
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: King Library Library - Children’s Room, 1st floor
Children in grades K-5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Ilse on Saturdays. Our Reading Buddy will listen to children and help them build confidence in their ability to read. They will ask questions about the books being read to encourage reading comprehension. Children will enjoy one-on-one interaction with Ilse who has been trained to create a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers. Availability of Reading Buddies is on a first come, first served basis. ADA 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 welcome ADA Accommodation Requests
Dungeons & Dragons
Time: 12:30 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Have you ever wanted to be the hero of your own story? Join us for an exciting Dungeons and Dragons adventure at Portola Valley and live out the fantasy! This program is aimed at kids who want to take on the role of brave adventurers and exercise their creativity. No experience with D&D? No problem! All the books and dice will be provided by your friendly Dungeon Master!
Informed Community Book Club
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - Conference Room
Join us for the Informed Community Book Club, a space dedicated to exploring and discussing pertinent social, economic, and political issues. If you are interested in participating in our democratic institutions or just making friends, join us! January’s book will be The Jakarta Method , by Vincent Blevins. From the publisher’s website: NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR, THE FINANCIAL TIMES, AND GQ “A radical new history of the United States abroad” (Wall Street Journal) which uncovers U.S. complicity in the mass-killings of left-wing activists in Indonesia, Latin America and around the world In 1965, the US government helped the Indonesian military kill approximately one million innocent civilians—eliminating the largest Communist Party outside China and the Soviet Union and inspiring other copycat terror programs. In this bold and comprehensive new history, Vincent Bevins draws from recently declassified documents, archival research, and eyewitness testimony to reveal a shocking legacy that spans the globe. For decades, it’s been believed that the developing world passed peacefully into the US-led capitalist system. The Jakarta Method demonstrates that the brutal extermination of unarmed leftists was a fundamental part of Washington’s final triumph in the Cold War. The discussion will be hosted by former Los Gatos Planning Commissioner and current president of the Los Gatos Anti-Racism Coalition Jeff Suzuki. 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
Reading Buddies for Grades K-5
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Children’s Activity Room
Children can buddy up with a furry friend and read one on one from a favorite book. For Kindergarten through 5th grade. Each 20 minute session is with a specially trained therapy dog and volunteer. Reading session time may be shortened if needed to accommodate demand.
Kids in STEM [Niños/as en STEM]
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, Burrow 1° piso, Madriguera
Want to learn more about STEM? Our Kids in STEM [Science, Technology, Engineering, Math] program at Gilroy Library will explore these subjects and will teach kids about careers in STEM. They will get a chance to do arts and crafts projects to help them understand the subjects. The workshops will be led by our teen volunteers. This workshop is for kids in 2nd-5th grades. ¿Quieres aprender más sobre STEM? Nuestro programa “Niños en STEM” [ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas] en la Biblioteca de Gilroy explorará estas materias y les enseñará a niños sobre las carreras en estos campos. Tendrán la oportunidad de realizar proyectos de manualidades para comprender mejor los temas. Los talleres serán impartidos por nuestros voluntarios adolescentes.Este taller está dirigido a niños de 2.º a 5.º grado.
Intro to robotics and Circuitry with Team 5940 Bread
Time: 2:30 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Join award-winning high school robotics group Team5940 Bread as they demonstrate the foundations of robotics and circuitry. This hands-on program will let participants code robots and learn the science of circuits!Online Registration
Dungeons & Dragons Teen Club
Time: 2:30 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Program Room
The registration for the Teen Dungeons and Dragons club is closed and only club members may participate this semester. If you would like to be notified when we have an opening, or for any other D&D events we may have, please contact Teen Librarian, Hannah Clement, at hannah.clement@lib.sccgov.org. 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, January 10th and committed to playing for the entire Spring 2026 semester. 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.
Furry Friends Reading Buddies
Time: 2:30 PM | Location: Los Altos Library - Orchard Room
Come practice your reading skills and read aloud to a friendly dog or cat — your very own furry audience! You can bring a book from home or borrow one from the Children’s Room. This program is perfect for emergent readers. Children in grades K-8 are welcome to participate. You may register for a 10-minute session online beginning two days before the event. Please only reserve spots for the children participating (not adults) and provide the child’s name in the registration with parents’ email information 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@lib.sccgov.org.
Waldorf Puppet Show
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Mountain View Public Library - 1st Floor Program Room
Enjoy a peaceful Waldorf puppet show presented by teachers from the Waldorf School of the Peninsula, featuring soft music, silks, and handmade marionettes. This year’s story is Rumpelstiltskin, a c…
Brazilian Screenings & Maria Farinha Films present A Table for All
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Rinconada Library - Embarcadero Room
Description What if food waste could be transformed into gourmet meals for socially vulnerable communities? Renowned visionary chef Massimo Bottura, founder of the world’s best restaurant, brings together international culinary icons—such as Joan Roca, Alain Ducasse, and Virgilio Martí nez—to prove that food destined for the trash can become something far more meaningful. At the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games, tons of surplus ingredients from the Olympic Village are reinvented at Refettorio Gastromotiva, a groundbreaking soup kitchen where cooking becomes an act of care, dignity, and social change. This 53-minute documentary in Portuguese with English subtitles was directed by Kiko Ribeiro and Andre Finotti. The production company is Maria Farinha Films. View the trailer here . Curator’s notes Table for A ll documents a powerful initiative led by the Brazilian non-governmental organization Gastromotiva, in partnership with the Food for Soul Foundation, founded by Chef Massimo Bottura. Together, these organizations work to provide nutritious, high-quality food to people facing food insecurity. Grounded in a real-world project, the film addresses one of the most urgent challenges of contemporary society: food waste in a world where millions of people lack reliable access to food. It also engages with broader themes such as urban agriculture, reconnection with nature, and the principles of the Slow Food movement. Through a creative, deeply human approach, the initiative invites us to rethink our relationship with food and restore dignity to individuals living in vulnerable conditions. Rodrigo Torres, a Brazilian film curator based in Southern California, introduces each film to provide context and to enhance the audience’s understanding. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in cinema and an MFA in Visual Arts and began his career in the camera department on movie sets. Rodrigo worked as a curator and film programmer for the State Department of Culture at the renowned Cine Brasília movie theater. In partnership with the State Department of Education, Rodrigo organized special screenings for students of all ages and served as the General Media Coordinator, contributing to public policies for financing film productions and exhibitions. In California, he worked at the Aquarius Theatre, taught at Palo Alto Adult School (PAUSD), and currently serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Art at the University of California, Santa Barbara. The next Brazilian Screening is Saturday, April 25.
DIY Red Envelopes
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Enjoy a Lunar New Year crafting session at the library! We’ll be making our own lucky red envelopes to celebrate the new year. Red envelopes, also known as “hóngbāo” or “laisee”, are given as a gift of money during special occasions such as the Lunar New Year. Join us as we cut, glue, and decorate red envelopes of our own.This program is intended for youth ages 6-18.
Girls Who Code
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - Technology Lab
The Los Gatos Library has partnered with @GirlsWhoCode to create a club meant for people ages 12-18 to learn to code and change the world! “What will I Learn? Our middle and high school Clubs encourage you to impact the community in a positive way through code. In order to build the skills you need to make an impact, you will learn how to code from our fun online tutorials and activities that will help you build animations, games, apps, and other things that you dream up! We have tutorials in Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and Java.” Email: signup@gwc-losgatos.org to register. 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 Craft: Magical Horses
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Mitchell Park Library - Midtown Room
Description Create a magical horse on cardstock paper using yarn, buttons, washi tape, and other supplies! Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time. While registration isn’t required and doesn’t guarantee a spot, it is recommended if you’d like a reminder about the event.
Junk Journaling
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Join us every Saturday at the North Fair Oaks Library for Junk Journaling—a creative new program for teens and young adults. Bring your own journal and supplies, or use the materials we provide. Whether you’re new to journaling or a seasoned creator, this is a welcoming space to express yourself, share ideas, and get inspired