Daily Events for Monday, September 14, 2026
Discover 40 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Early Learning Readiness/ Aprendizaje Temprano
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - Community Room
By prior registration only. Scan QR code or visit https://www.ymcasv.org/child-c… for more information and to submit an interest form. / Escanee QR code para nueva informacion
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
*Toddler Storytime begins at 10:30 AM—before the library
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
MAIN: ASL for Babies
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Learn American Sign Language for babies with experts from Happy Baby Signs. Room: Library Program Room, Sunnyvale Main Library Audience: Expectant parents and parents of children 0 to 24 months. Children are welcome to attend. Registration: Not required, but space is limited; doors will close when the room is full Like all Sunnyvale Public Library programs, this event is free to attend. For questions and disability accommodations, contact the Library at 408-730-7300 or chat with a librarian.
Hora de Cuentos/Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: North Fair Oaks
Join us on Mondays for stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing, and playing together. ¡Acompáñenos Lunes para disfrutar cuentos y música que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos.
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
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 - Children’s Activity Room
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.
Homework Help for K-6 Grade
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Saratoga Library - Orchard Room
Boost your child’s academic confidence! Students in grades K-6 can receive free homework assistance at Saratoga Library. Sessions are led by enthusiastic college volunteer tutors who can help clarify concepts and reinforce learning. No registration necessary!
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
Reading Buddies
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library - Children’s Area
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
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.
LEGO Club for Grades K-8
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Program Room
Join us for an hour of fun building with LEGOs. Children will use their creativity and engineering skills to free build anything they can imagine. This is a drop-in program. No registration needed. Space is limited and children will be asked to wait outside if capacity is reached. Younger siblings and parents are asked to wait outside. 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.
DIY Yummy Paper Squishies
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Join us to make food themed paper squishies! Color a template or draw your own design! All supplies are provided. No registration required. For kids ages 5 and up! 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.
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. This program supported by Friends of Village Square Branch Library. ADA Accommodation Requests
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
Knitting Club for Kids
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Conference Room
Work on your knitting project, share ideas, and make new friends! On the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, the Milpitas Library will host a Knitting Club for Kids in the Children’s Activity Room from 4:00 to 5:00. The Knitting Club is for ages 9-12 only. Limited instruction is available in English but please note, this is not a class. Please bring your own knitting supplies. Participants must have some knowledge of basic knitting. Space is limited and children will be asked to wait outside if capacity is reached. Younger siblings and parents are asked to wait outside.Please refer to our online resource, Creativebug, for knitting instruction.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
Homework Help for Grades K-6
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Activity Room
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help on 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: September 7 October 12 November 2 November 11 November 23 to November 26 December 21 to January 4 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
Malinky Music
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Los Altos Library - Orchard Room
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month come enjoy a concert of bilingual music and movement in English and Spanish for young children by Emilia Lopez-Yanez, founder of Malinky Music! The mission of Malinky Music is to foster a joyful community of tiny humans and their families, creating moments of laughter, connection, and musical memories that will be treasured for generations as well as supporting the developmental milestones of children ages 0-5.Due to limited space, we will begin handing out free tickets at 3:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there! 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.
Homework Help for Grades K-6th
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Los Altos Library - Children’s Room
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Mondays and Wednesdays 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 Children’s Room while your child participates in the program.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.
Paws For Tales
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
For kids ages 5 and up. Register to guarantee a ten-minute
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
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: Constellation Tubes
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.9/14 - Constellation TubesADA Accommodation Requests
Chess for Beginners
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Hillview Library
Join us for beginner & intermediate chess! Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills, you’re invited to learn and play chess in a relaxed, supportive environment. Walk-ins are welcome, and all materials are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Make It Mondays: Marble Painted Apples
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
MAIN: National Library Card Sign Up Month
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
A library card hits all the right notes! September is National Library Card Sign Up Month, and everyone is invited to sign up for a card! Join us at our sign-up party and you can make a card for your favorite stuffed animal friend too. We will have crafts, musical instruments and a photo area so you can take pictures with your new card and your special friend. Room: Library Program Room, Sunnyvale Main Library Audience: Children of all ages and their caregivers Registration: Not required, but space is limited; doors will close when the room is full Like all Sunnyvale Public Library programs, this event is free to attend. For questions and disability accommodations, contact the Library at 408-730-7300 or chat with a librarian.
Little Hands Art Adventures: Salt Painting
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Join us for a craft project or science adventure that’s perfect for little hands! Every second Monday of the month, we’ll have a new experiment in the arts and science that you and your little one can explore together. This month, we’ll be exploring the easy and satisfying art of salt painting. No registration required, as supplies last.
Homework Help-Ayuda con la Tarea
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor
Boost your child’s academic confidence! Students in grades K–6 can receive free homework assistance in a collaborative, small-group setting. Sessions are led by enthusiastic volunteer teen tutors who help clarify tough concepts and reinforce learning. No registration necessary!¡Refuerce la confianza académica de su hijo! Los estudiantes de los grados K a 6 pueden recibir ayuda gratuita con las tareas escolares en un entorno colaborativo de grupos pequeños. Las sesiones son dirigidas por tutores adolescentes voluntarios y entusiastas que ayudan a aclarar conceptos difíciles y reforzar el aprendizaje. ¡No se necesita inscripción!
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: 水浒传 (儿童读书会)
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Calabazas Library - community room
A book club dedicated to “Outlaws of the Marsh ” 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.ADA Accommodation Requests小朋友们，你们听说过《水浒传》108个梁山好汉的故事吗？很久很久以前，在中国古代，这108位功夫英雄团结一心，保卫无辜的老百姓，反抗贪婪无力控制天下局势。欢迎加入我们的中文读书会，一起探索这个传奇故事！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 12/14/20/2026
Knitting/Crocheting/Tatting/Bobbin Lace Club
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: East SJ Carnegie Library - Community Room
Do you enjoy working with knitting, crocheting, or tatting? Do you want to learn how, see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all kinds of hand needle crafts? Join us in the East San Jose Carnegie Branch Community Room every week. Everyone 7 and up is invited to participate, and younger children are welcome to accompany their families. ADA Accommodation Requests
Create-N-Play [Crear-Y-Jugar]
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - 1st Floor, Burrow - 1er piso, Madriguera
Join us on Monday nights in the Children’s area for a crafty exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with Librarian Beth! 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 Beth! Para niños de 12 años o menos, inscripción no es necesaria.
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
Family Storytime + Stay & Play
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Seven Trees 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 concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! Until 6:30 pm the Storytime librarian and special toys will be on the Children’s Room floor to keep the fun going. Meet new friends, play with toys, chat, get book recommendations, and maybe even create something! Storytime 5:30-6:00 PMStay & Play 6:00-6:30 PM Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. ADA Accommodation Requests
Teen Hangout - Journal/Planner Decoration
Time: 6:00 PM | Location: Atherton
Held on the first open Monday of every month, each Teen Hangout session features a new theme with art projects, music, snacks, and casual social time. This month get your planner or journal ready for the school year by using some of our washi tape, stickers, pens and more. Use this time to prepare and reflect for the coming year, make memories with friends or just add a bit of joy to your planning spaces. No registration required, as supplies last.
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 Burrow — 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 la zona infantil.
Reading Buddies at Cupertino Library
Time: 7:00 PM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101
Buddy up with a furry friend and read aloud from your favorite book! Practice your reading skills and build up your self-confidence reading to a patient and furry listener. This program is for children who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Parents are asked to remain in the library during the 20-minute program. Registration opens the 3rd Monday of the month. Children must register for this program in-person at the Children’s Reference Desk, and may register for one reading session each month. Thank you to Furry Friends P.A.T.S. (Pet Assisted Therapy Services) - www.furryfriends.org - for co-sponsoring this program.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.