Daily Events for Monday, March 16, 2026
Discover 39 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Monday, March 16, 2026.
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
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
Hora de Cuentos/Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Join us on Mondays and Tuesdays for stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing, and playing together. ¡Acompáñenos Lunes y Martes para disfrutar cuentos y música que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos.
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
Baby Bounce Storytime With Stay and Play!
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Atherton - Community Room
Bring your bouncing baby to our weekly playtime, full of nursery rhymes and songs you can do together to stimulate your baby’s development. Ideal for newborns up to 18 months old, but all are welcome. After Storytime, join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in open-ended exploration and learning in the company of other children and caregivers.
Drop-In 3D Printing – Quick Prints @ Hillsdale Branch
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Hillsdale Branch - San Mateo Public Library
Are you interested in 3D Printing? Join us at the Hillsdale
Make It With Magnetic Tiles
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Explore shapes, colors, and design as you build with Superspace magnetic tiles. From simple patterns to tall towers, this open-ended activity lets imaginations run wild. Come play, create, and discover the fun of magnetic building!
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.
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 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
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
Everyone Can Create: GarageBand!
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Community Room
Do you march to the beat of your own drum? In this creative workshop be your own musician! Come and join our hands on program to learn GarageBand and make your own music! Add digital piano, guitar, bass, and drums to express yourself. For ages 7 and up; caregivers are welcome to join. Registration required.ADA Accommodation Request-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------¿Marchas al ritmo de tu propio tambor? ¡En este taller creativo sé tu propio músico! Acompáñanos en este programa práctico para aprender a usar GarageBand y crear tu propia música. Agrega piano digital, guitarra, bajo y batería para expresarte. Para edades de 7 años en adelante; los cuidadores son bienvenidos a participar. Se requiere inscripción.Solicitudes de adaptaciones 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.
3D Printing Appointments @ Hillsdale Branch
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Hillsdale Branch - San Mateo Public Library
Are you interested in 3D Printing? Join us at the Hillsdale
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
Kindah Khalidy Wiggly Art
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Celebrate Women’s History Month with us! In this session we will learn about abstract artist, Kindah Khalidy. We will also create art inspired by her art techniques. This program is for grades 2 to 5 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.
Art Nook Mondays: Stomp, Snap & Craft: Super Mario Villains Workshop!
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Atherton
Get ready for some mischievous Mushroom Kingdom fun! Together, we’ll create a bold Thwomp foam craft, build a Petey Piranha popping out of a cup, and design 3D paper figures of Shy Guy and Bob-omb. This hands-on program is packed with creative building, silly villain energy, and lots of imaginative play!
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: 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.
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 or Children’s Room while your child participates in the program. Homework Help will not be held on the following dates: ’ December 22 - January 5 January 19 February 16 to February 20 March 30 to March 31 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
Rescue Readers - Reading with the San José Animal Care Center
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: San José City Animal Care Center Library
Rescue Readers is a one-hour program for all readers, where participants read to the animals at the SJ Animal Care Adoption Center. Readers provide soothing company to dogs, cats, and critters as they await adoption. As a bonus, new readers gain confidence and improve their reading skills. Registration is Required. ADA Accommodation Requests
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
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
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. January 5 - Shadow Puppets January 12 - Dinosaur Fossil Exploration January 19 - Cancelled January 26 - Hide in Plain Sight - Camouflage Investigation February 2 - Green Bean Exploration February 9 - Sense Investigations February 16 - Cancelled February 23 - Paper Plane Challenge March 2 -Cloud Types Posters March 9 - Paper Playground Challenge March 16 - Levitating Paper Clips! March 23 - What Animals Need to Survive March 30 - Popsicle Stick Paddle Boats ADA Accommodation Requests
Make It Mondays: Rainbow Mobiles
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
Crochet Club
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Tully Library
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
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 5/25/2026
Santa Teresa Junior Math Club
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Santa Teresa Library - Community Room
Want to grow in understanding basic math concepts and working on basic competitive math skills? Join us in Santa Teresa Junior Math Club and see your math and problem-solving skills improve! Concepts covered include rounding, solving with fractions, area, perimeter, data and graphs, money, polygons, angles, and decimals. For children in 3rd through 5th grade (geared towards ages 8-11 years old). Free. NEW - no registration required! Walk-ins welcome until program participant capacity reached. Sessions are not related, so you can join any time! This program meets weekly on Mondays (starting 03/02/2026, with some scheduled exceptions) from 4:30pm-5:30pm in the Santa Teresa Library Community Room. It is led by a teen volunteer. Come join the fun and watch your math skills grow! ADA Accommodation Requests
Everyone Can Create: Beginning Stop Motion Animation
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library - Community Room
Children ages 8 to14 are invited to this fun, in-person introduction to stop motion animation. Also anyone of any age could attend. Participants will use the Stop Motion Studio app to make simple stop motion animations. Students will learn about the different tools used to create an animation which they will be able to use in a series of fun and engaging projects. Participants will have an opportunity to showcase their work at the end of the session. iPad devices will be provided to all participants to use. If you choose to bring your own iPad you would like to use, you can download the free Stop Motion Studio app in advance. All materials will be provided. Free. Registration is recommended. Drop-ins are also accepted.This series is taught in English only. ADA Accommodation Requests
Paws For Tales @ Hillsdale Branch
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Hillsdale Branch - San Mateo Public Library
Join us for Paws for Tales at Hillsdale Library! Practice
3D Printing for Families
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Come visit for a hour of 3D printing exploration with our 3D Printers. Print your own small project or customize pre-printed projects!
Parenting Neurodiverse Kids: Life with Neurodivergence
Time: 6:00 PM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Neurodiverse parents\, children\, and a young adult come
Reading Buddies for Grades K-6
Time: 6:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Registration opens the 3rd Monday of the month for the following month. Readers may register for 1 session per month. Practice your reading skills by reading aloud one on one with a furry friend! Each 15-minute session is with a specially trained dog and their volunteer. Bring a book from home or borrow one from the library. For K-6th grade. Please register with the child’s name and parent 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.
Reading Buddies for Grades K-6
Time: 6:15 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Registration opens the 3rd Monday of the month for the following month. Readers may register for 1 session per month. Practice your reading skills by reading aloud one on one with a furry friend! Each 15-minute session is with a specially trained dog and their volunteer. Bring a book from home or borrow one from the library. For K-6th grade. Please register with the child’s name and parent 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.
Pajama Storytime [Hora de Cuentos en Pijama]
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - Children’s area, 1st floor Zona infantil, 1er piso
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 Cameron! 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 bibliotecario Cameron. No olviden traer sus pijamas puestas. ¡Aprendan mientras se divierten!Cada Lunes a las 6:30pm en el nido
Reading Buddies for Grades K-6
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Registration opens the 3rd Monday of the month for the following month. Readers may register for 1 session per month. Practice your reading skills by reading aloud one on one with a furry friend! Each 15-minute session is with a specially trained dog and their volunteer. Bring a book from home or borrow one from the library. For K-6th grade. Please register with the child’s name and parent 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.
Reading Buddies for Grades K-6
Time: 6:45 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Registration opens the 3rd Monday of the month for the following month. Readers may register for 1 session per month. Practice your reading skills by reading aloud one on one with a furry friend! Each 15-minute session is with a specially trained dog and their volunteer. Bring a book from home or borrow one from the library. For K-6th grade. Please register with the child’s name and parent 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.