Daily Events for Friday, October 30, 2026
Discover 37 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Bike Repair / Reparación de Bicicletas
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - outside in parking lot
Community cycles will be offering free bicycle repair at the Gilroy Library! Arrive early! Service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and space is limited.Our basic repair ensures that each bike has at least one working brake and gear and flat tire repair.We do not offer complete bike rebuilds or work on accessories such as kickstands and racks. At Community Cycles, we believe that keeping a bike safe and reliable is just as important as providing access to one. That’s why we offer free safety and reliability repairs to anyone in need. We will also host free bike repair on Fridays (10am-12pm) these dates:October 30November 20December 18 --------------- ¡Community Cycles ofrecerá reparación gratuita de bicicletas en la Biblioteca de Gilroy! ¡Llegue temprano! El servicio se ofrece por orden de llegada y el cupo es limitado. Nuestra reparación básica garantiza que cada bicicleta tenga al menos un freno y un cambio funcionando, además de la reparación de pinchazos. No ofrecemos reconstrucciones completas de bicicletas ni trabajos en accesorios como patas de apoyo y portabultos. En Community Cycles, creemos que mantener una bicicleta segura y confiable es tan importante como brindar acceso a ella. Por eso, ofrecemos reparaciones gratuitas de seguridad y confiabilidad a cualquier persona que las necesite. También ofreceremos reparaciones gratuitas de bicicletas los viernes (de 10:00 a. m. a 12:00 p. m.) en las siguientes fechas: 30 de octubre20 de noviembre18 de diciembre 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.
Family Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Palo Alto Downtown Library - El Camino Room
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Baby Storytime: Rerun
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Mountain View Public Library - 1st Floor Program Room
Did you miss Wednesday’s Baby Storytime? Come on Friday! We’ll redo our musical storytime for infants, babies, and new toddlers with a brief Stay & Play for grownups to connect and mingle. This…
Halloween Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe de Halloween
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: East Palo Alto
Join us for a very special Halloween Storytime! Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing, and playing along. Afterwards, stay for a fun craft activity!¡Acompáñanos en una celebración muy especial de Halloween con cuentos! ¡Ven disfrazado con tu disfraz favorito y disfruta de cuentos y música bilingües español e inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Niños de todas edades disfrutarán escuchando, cantando y jugando juntos. ¡Después, quédense para una divertida actividad de manualidades!
Tiny Tot Jamboree
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Parents and toddlers (1 to 2 years old) join us for short, fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays, activities, and songs. Tiny Tot Jamboree is 30 minutes followed by Stay & Play time until 11:40AM.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.
Baby Sign Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Gilroy Library - The Burrow, Children’s Area. La madriguera, area infantil.
Join Librarian Arianna for a series of fun baby signing storytimes! Starting on Friday, October 9th at 10:30, this 20-minute story time will feature baby American Sign Language, short stories, songs, and nursery rhymes. For babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. There will be a stay and play session after.Ven a la biblioteca, donde la bibliotecaria Arianna ofrecerá una serie de horas de cuento con lenguaje de señas para bebés. A partir del viernes 9 de octubre a las 10:30, esta sesión de 20 minutos incluirá señas en el lenguaje de señas americano para bebés, cuentos cortos, canciones y rimas infantiles. Para bebés de 0 a 12 meses y sus cuidadores. Habrá una sesión de juego después.
MAIN: Japanese Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for a Japanese Language Storytime with Poponta Children’s Cultural Society! Room: Sunnyvale Main Library, Library Program Room Audience: Ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers Registration: No registration 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.
Itty Bitty Jamboree
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library - Children’s Activity Room
Adults and their babies (0 to 12 months old) join us for short, fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs. Itty-Bitty Jamboree is 30 minutes followed by Stay & Play 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@lib.sccgov.org.
Knit & Crochet Circle at Milpitas Library
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Conference Room
Do you love to knit and/or crochet? Join us on Friday afternoons for our knit and crochet circle. Meet other yarn lovers while working on your latest project, get help when you’re stuck, and share ideas.Limited instruction is available but please note that this is not a class.No registration required. Materials not 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@lib.sccgov.org
Reading Buddies
Time: 2:30 PM | Location: Rose Garden Library
Reading Buddies provides students in grades TK-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a trained volunteer or staff member. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our volunteers 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 Rose Garden 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 volunteers and/or participating students.ADA Accommodation Requests
MAIN: Early Learning Playtime
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Learn while you play at this drop-in playtime for our littlest patrons. Room: Sunnyvale Main Library, Library Program Room Audience: Ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers Registration: No registration 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.
LEGO Club
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Woodside
Join us on Fridays for LEGO Club! Relax in the afternoon and flex your creativity and architectural skills by building with LEGOs.
Lego Club
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Portola Valley
Join us on Fridays for LEGO Club! Relax in the afternoon and flex your creativity and architectural skills by building with LEGOs.
Friday Crafternoons at Joyce Ellington Branch Library
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library - Children’s Area
Come join us every Friday for a new craft activity! All supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
STEM Club
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library - Parking is available in the neighborhood.
Drop in every Friday afternoon for a super fun and educational STEM challenge, with prizes! Friday, July 17 - Balloon Hovercrafts!Friday, July 24 - Straw Helicopters!Friday, July 31 - Let’s Make Silly Putty!Friday, August 7 - Gravity Defying Frogs!Friday, August 14 - Build & Fly Envelope Kites!Friday, August 21 - Inflating Puffer Fish!Friday, August 28 - Marble Mazes!Friday, September 4 - Wacky Weathervanes!Friday, September 11 - Pompom Blasters! This event is recommended for children ages 6 to 10. No registration is required. Parking is available in the neighborhood. ADA Accommodation Requests
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.
Video Game Zone
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Seven Trees Library
Have fun and compete with others in a variety of popular games on Nintendo Switch, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! Open to Teens and Pre-Teens.No Registration Required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Spooktacular Haunted House
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Willow Glen Library - Community Room, Children’s Area
Get ready for some spooktacular fun! Families are invited to make their way through our family-friendly Haunted House in the Community Room, featuring several spooky stations, including a creepy cemetery, spider web corner, and more Halloween surprises. After your haunted adventure, stop by the Children’s Area for a free book and candy giveaway while supplies last. This event is designed for children and their families, so expect more fun than fright. Halloween costumes are welcome and encouragedHaunted House: Community RoomBook & Candy Giveaway: Children’s Area, while supplies last Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Halloween Crafts for Children and Tweens
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Community Room
Children, tweens, and families are invited to create some surprise crafts with a Halloween theme. There will be different craft stations. Participants can move from station to station and create a variety of fun crafts that they can take home with them. The projects are geared for children and tweens ages 5-12. Families, including older and younger siblings, may also participate. ADA Accommodations Requests
Spooky Crafts for Grades K-5
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Activity Room
Children in Grades K to 5 are invited to celebrate Halloween and Day of the Dead with us by making spooky crafts at the Milpitas Library. All materials will be provided. Registration opens October 16 at 3:30pm. 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.
LEGO Fridays!
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: College Terrace Library
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Spooky Mad Science Show!
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Pearl Avenue Library - Children’s Area
Join us for a special Halloween Mad Science Show filled with amazing experiments, bubbling concoctions, creepy creations, and plenty of surprises. See science get delightfully weird, and maybe a little spooky. This program is part of Pearl’s Halloween Festival. Costumes are encouraged. Seating for special events is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to the children’s picture book collection will be limited during the program. Please ask staff for help if needed. This program is generously sponsored by the Pearl Avenue Friends of the Library. ADA Accommodation Requests
STEAM Club
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: West Valley Library - Community Room
Children in grades K-3 are invited to join us for STEAM Club every Friday from 4:00-5:00 PM. Each week, participants will experience an exciting, new STEAM adventure involving hands-on activities that integrate different aspects of STEAM and showcase how STEAM concepts are applied in the real world (a list of session topics may be found here).This program is free and all materials will be provided. Parents are welcome to attend with their children. Recommended for children in grades K-3, but younger children may attend with parental assistance. Pre-registration not required, but space is limited. Participants must pick up a ticket at the Information Desk, and participants must be present to pick up a ticket (families may not pick up tickets for children who are not there). Tickets will become available 30 minutes prior to the start of each session.ADA Accommodation Requests
Friday Fun (Grab & Go): Fall Animals Diamond Painting Keychains
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Tully Library
This week, we’ll make diamond painting keychains featuring several designs of adorable animals with an autumn theme. This will be a grab-and-go format. All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. For ages 6 and up. Explore more Friday Fun at Tully Community Branch events on our events calendar. ADA Accommodation Requests
Friday Fun: Halloween Festival
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Pearl Avenue Library
Celebrate the spooky season with us at Pearl’s Halloween Festival! Spooky Mad Science Show: 4:00pm-4:45pmHalloween Craft: 4:45pm-5:30pmSpooky Treats: While supplies last! Join us for a frightfully fun time! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Seating for special events is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to the children’s picture book collection will be limited during the program. Please ask staff for help if needed. This program is generously sponsored by the Pearl Avenue Friends of the Library. ADA Accommodation Requests
Family Cooking: Cuppa Cuppa Cake
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Mt. Pleasant Library
Join us for a hands-on cooking program. Each Friday, a new recipe will be presented, and all participants will have hands-on practice in learning and recreating each recipe. The goals of each session include: Learn basic cooking skills and processesFood information literacy Enjoy cooking food with the community Please arrive early as the event is on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited to the first 12 participants. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading to Children
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Bascom 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. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interactions with our reading Volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading aloud with our volunteer. Please note, this is not a tutoring session. Reading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area. ADA Accommodation Requests
Let’s Make Halloween Buttons
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Hillview Library
Join us to create spooky Halloween buttons with some of your favorite characters! Choose two designs from the selection above. Different sizes are available. These are buttons you can pin on backpacks, clothes, and more! For ages 5+. Free. No registration required. Materials will be provided while supplies last.ADA Accommodations Request
LEGO® Engineering Club
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: East SJ Carnegie Library
Come join us at East SJ Carnegie Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! Participate in a weekly engineering challenge or make whatever you want! Important: This event is recommended for children 5 and older. Small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards for younger children. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Friday Fun
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Willow Glen Library - Community Room
Join us every Friday at the Willow Glen Branch Library for a fun activity for kids. Activities may include arts & crafts, special performances or workshops, and board or video games. Note: 2nd Friday of every month is free play with Legos®! All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Jewelry Making: STEM Craft
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - Community Room
Be a MINI MAKER!!!! Join us for a creative jewelry making craft workshop. Learn how to design and create your own unique bracelet using colorful beads and charms, and take home your very own beaded bracelet. Materials will be provided. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters!
Crafternoon: Shredded Paper Monster
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Bascom Library - Children’s Area, First Floor
Create silly and scary monsters using shredded paper and other provided materials. This event is recommended for children ages 5 to 10. Parents and caregivers can accompany their child. Registration is not required. Supplies are limited. ADA Accommodation Requests
Arts & Crafts Fun
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Calabazas Library
Our partner, Budding Leaders, is hosting arts and crafts classes for ages 4+ with adult help, 8+ solo. We will supply materials and samples and help you create beautiful art work. Tickets available at the desk 30 minutes before program starts. All individuals (of any age) attending need a ticket and must be present to receive their ticket. ADA Accommodation Requests
Vietnamese Storytime & Craft / Kể chuyện và làm thủ công bằng tiếng Việt
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: Evergreen Library - Children’s Area
Thân mời các bé cùng cha mẹ hoặc người chăm sóc bé đến tham dự Giờ Kể Chuyện và làm thủ công bằng tiếng Việt tại Thư Viện Evergreen! Chúng ta sẽ cùng nhau nghe kể chuyện, hát ca và tham gia các hoạt động vui nhộn giúp bé phát triển kỹ năng ngôn ngữ và niềm yêu thích đọc sách từ sớm. Sau phần kể chuyện, các bé sẽ được hướng dẫn làm một món thủ công đơn giản và sáng tạo để mang về nhà! Chương trình phù hợp với trẻ em ở mọi độ tuổi và là dịp tuyệt vời để cả gia đình cùng học hỏi, vui chơi và kết nối. Không cần đăng ký trước. Hãy rủ bạn bè cùng tham gia nhé! Join us for a fun and engaging Vietnamese Storytime and Craft at Evergreen Library! Children and their parents or caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and playful activities in Vietnamese that help build early language and literacy skills.Following the Storytime, kids will learn to make a simple and creative craft to take home! This program is perfect for children of all ages, a wonderful opportunity for families to learn, play, and grow together. No registration is required. Bring your friends to join us!
Leyendo en español para niños - Reading to Children in Spanish
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Berryessa Library - Children’s Area
Nuestra voluntaria maravillosa, leerá cuentos en ingles y español para niños y sus familias. La participación en este programa es una manera excelente para que los niños desarrollen su imaginación y despierten el amor por los libros. Solicitudes de Acomodación ADA --- Our wonderful volunteer will read stories in both English and Spanish to children and their families. 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.ADA Accommodation Requests
中/英文雙語說故事時間 Mandarin/English Bilingual Family Storytime
Time: 7:00 PM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101
Join us for stories, songs, flannel board story, fingerplay and a craft project with Children Librarian in Mandarin and English. For children and their caretakers.兒童圖書館員將為小朋友讀圖畫故事書;唱兒歌;用絨布板講故事;手指謠和做美勞。歡迎幼兒們和家長,褓母一同前來參加。Thank you to the Friends of the Cupertino Library for their funding and support. 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.