Daily Events for Monday, September 21, 2026
Discover 23 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Monday, September 21, 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
Growing Readers: Make Reading an Adventure!
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101 (first floor)
A free workshop for parents and caregivers presented by Santa Clara County Office of Education and The Reading Program of Santa Clara County Library District. Discover simple, interactive ways to help children understand what they read and help them grow their vocabulary through questions and conversations. No registration needed. For caregivers and parents with children in grades 1st to 5th. 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
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.
MAIN: Cunamacue Afro-Peruvian Dance
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for an engaging interactive performance and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Afro-Peruvian culture. 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.
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
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!
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.
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
Art Nook Mondays: Paper Bag Backpacks
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Get ready for your back-to-school adventures by making your own paper bag backpack! Join us we transform everyday paper bags into your own customized miniature backpack, perfect for carrying all of your paper bag sized things. No registration required, as supplies last.
MAIN: Mooncake Paper Craft
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for MAIN: Mooncake Paper Craft at the Sunnyvale Library.
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
Mid-Autumn Festival Craft for Ages 5 - 12
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Campbell Library - Community Room
Join us to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a paper lantern craft and treats. This program is designed for children ages 5 – 12. Registration is required. All materials will be provided.For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.
Freedom Readers Book Club for Grades 5-8
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101
Calling all 5 - 8 graders to join our Summer Reading Book Club! We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the book club selection, “Halfway to Somewhere” by Jose Pimienta. Let’s discuss the adventures and themes throughout the book and make a craft. In person registration required and opens on June 30. Please note Freedom Readers book club is for children currently in the 5th thru 8th grades.Generously sponsored by the Friends of Cupertino Library. 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-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 @ Hillsdale Branch
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Hillsdale Branch - San Mateo Public Library
Join us for Paws for Tales at Hillsdale Library! Register to
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!
Paper Lotus Workshop
Time: 6:00 PM | Location: Atherton - Makerspace
Join us for a workshop that celebrates the beauty of Mid-Autumn with handmade crepe paper flowers! Artist Tiffany Lau will be teaching us how to make gorgeous, delicate, realistic paper blooms that will last year-round. Participants will leave with their own unique, realistic paper lotus. This workshop is for teens aged 12+, registration required.
Sci-Fi Pajama Storytime
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Mountain View Public Library - 1st Floor Program Room
Wear your favorite PJs or astronaut suit for an out of this world storytime. Enjoy songs, books, and rhymes as we explore the wonders of space and all things alien. A Sci-Fi September Event