Daily Events for Sunday, November 1, 2026
Discover 31 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Tai Chi with Nelson Ng
Time: 9:00 AM | Location: Rinconada Library - Embarcadero Room
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Baby Sign and Sing
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Cupertino Library - Room 101
Join us for Sign and Sing for Babies in our first floor program room! This program is for infants and prewalking babies only, ages 0-12 months. Adult Caregivers will learn basic signs to communicate with their babies. 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.
Make & Decorate Sugar Skulls
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana Library - Community Room
Get ready for Día de los Muertos by making a sugar skull! In this multi-session program, participants will learn to make and then decorate sugar skulls using traditional and modern materials. In the first session, using a special sugar mixture and premade molds, we’ll create the parts needed for a sugar skull. In the next session, after the sugar skulls have cured, we’ll connect the sugar skull pieces and decorate them with colored frosting, foil, sequins, and more! Once decorated, the sugar skulls will be ready to display on your home altar or our community ofrenda. Please note: creating sugar skulls is a multi-day process. Participants will not be able to finish their skulls in one session and should plan to return for the second session to decorate skulls. Session 1: Sunday, November 1, 11:00am - 12:30pmSession 2: Tuesday, November 3 , 3:30pm - 5:30pmThis program session will take place before the library opens to the public, participants will enter our community room through the doors adjacent to the parking lot. **Sugar skulls not claimed after the program will be discarded. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ¡Haz & decora tu propia Calaverita de Azúcar! ¡Ven a celebrar el Día de los Muertos creando una calaverita de azúcar muy especial! En este divertido programa de varias sesiones, aprenderás a hacer y decorar calaveritas usando materiales tradicionales y modernos. En la primera sesión, usaremos una mezcla especial de azúcar y moldes para formar las piezas de la calaverita. En la siguiente sesión, cuando ya estén listas y duritas, uniremos las piezas y las decoraremos con papel de colores, lentejuelas, pintura y mucho más. Al final, podrás llevarte tu calaverita para ponerla en tu altar en casa o en la ofrenda de la comunidad. Importante: Las calaveritas necesitan varios días para estar listas, así que no podrás terminar todo en una sola sesión. ¡Planea regresar a las siguientes para decorarlas! Sesión 1: Domingo, 1 de noviembre, 11:00 - 12:30pmSesión 2: Martes, 3 de noviembre, 3:30 - 5:30pm
Polish Storytime
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: San Mateo Public Library
Please join us for Polish Storytime! We’ll be hosting this
OneInMath: Math Program for K-3rd at Evergreen Library
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Evergreen Library - Community Room
Build confidence and strengthen math skills in this free program for elementary (K-3) students. Students receive individualized support from trained volunteers while working through engaging math activities, games, and lessons designed to reinforce foundational math concepts. Each student progresses at their own pace in a supportive learning environment. Free! Registration is required. Visit the One in Math website to register. You may be asked to provide personal information to sign-up. Please review One in Math’s Privacy Policy before registering. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sunday Game Day
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Edenvale Library - Children’s Area
We welcome children, teens, adults, and families to play a variety of board games and card games at the Edenvale Branch Library, every first Sunday of the month. There will be a mix of strategy-based games and educational games. A library staff member or volunteer will be available to explain game rules, as needed. Join in on the fun! ADA Accommodation Requests
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd at Educational Park
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Educational Park 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. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Middle School Dungeons & Dragons
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Portola Valley
Answer the call to adventure! Join us for an exciting campaign of Dungeons and Dragons at Portola Valley and dive into a fantasy world of monsters and magic.This program is aimed at tweens who want to exercise their creativity, overcome obstacles, and be the hero of their own story. No experience with D&D? No problem! All the books and dice will be provided by your friendly Dungeon Master!
Reading to Children
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Vineland 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. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. They are also welcome to practice reading to 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 Children’s Picture Book area. This program runs concurrently with our Baby & Toddler Storytime and offers young ones a quieter/low-energy alternative. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Native American Heritage Month Storytime
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Hillview Library - Children’s Area
Join us for a Native American Heritage month themed storytime. 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. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. Free. No registration required.
Lego® Club!
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Educational Park Library
Come join us every Sunday for Lego® Club! We have tons of Lego® bricks for you to build and explore! Duplo® bricks are also available for our younger friends. Want to push yourself and try something a little more difficult? Ask the librarian for a Lego® Challenge! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards.ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading to Children with Vivian
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - 2nd Floor 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
Art Club
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Alum Rock Library
Join us for an afternoon featuring a variety of fun arts and crafts activities for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Game On at the Library
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library
Join us every Sunday at 1:00 p.m. at the Joyce Ellington Branch for a fun afternoon of board games! Choose from our large selection of games, including exciting new favorites and classic games that are fun for all ages. Bring your family and friends, roll the dice, and enjoy some friendly competition! No Registration Required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Reading to Children with Kathy
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - 2nd Floor 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
Family Games: Cards & Board Games
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Tully Library
Children, teens, and their families are invited to play a selection of board games and card games. The games included will be a mix of strategy-based games, educational games, and luck-based games. Come together to have fun with friends and family!ADA Accommodation Requests
(Virtual) Chess Club
Time: 12:00 PM | Location:
Are you interested in playing and learning chess? If so, sign up to attend this fun virtual Chess Club hosted by Seven Trees Branch Library! You will be paired up with other kids to play real chess games using virtual chess boards online. Our volunteers are also very knowledgeable and can teach you several strategies and tips, through fun activities and interactive games. The games will be played online using a safe platform. You are encouraged to sign up for a free account at lichess.org, so you can join our online club to play games with us! Chess Club takes place weekly, and you are free to play every week, or drop in and out if you like. You only need to register once and you’ll be added to our roster. Age: 5-12 years old (Elementary to Middle School). Date: Every Sunday from 1:00pm - 2:30pm. Registration: Please register on this page to attend the weekly sessions (an email address is required). The Zoom link and password will be emailed before class each week. Software: No software is required to download, but you must have a computer with Internet and a web browser to access the lichess.org website. This program will be held online via Zoom. To protect your privacy, the meetings will not be recorded. Cost: Free! ADA Accommodation Requests
Math Club
Time: 12:30 PM | Location: Vineland Library
Improve your math skills and apply them through fun math-related activities! Participants will focus on a variety of math concepts and do hands-on math activities in this weekly drop-in program. For children in grades 3-5 only. Registration not required. Instruction on the week’s concept will occur during the first 15-20 minutes, so please arrive on time. This program meets in person during the school year. We may cancel some meetings due to school/holiday breaks or volunteer unavailability. ADA Accommodation Requests
Cult Movie: Sunday Matinee Movies: Chicken Run
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Los Altos Library - Orchard Room
Chicken Run is a wickedly funny, clever movie, which manages to be both kind and sweet. This is the first feature-length movie by Peter Lord and Nick Park, who created the wonderful Claymation, stop-action Wallace and Gromet movies.The movie opens with a spoof on World War II prison pictures such as “The Great Escape”, but of course with chickens - specifically a chicken named Ginger.Ginger has tried and failed to escape the egg farm run by Mr. and Mrs. Tweedy, but ends up being caught and thrown into the coal bin time after time.But when Rocky the Flying Rooster arrives there is hope that all the chickens will learn the tools to escape before being turned into chicken pot pies! Doors open at 2:00 PM, and movie begins at 2:10 PM Adults need to stay in the room with their children.
Sugar Skull Painting / Taller de Calaveritas de Azúcar
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Gilroy Library - Burrow, 1st floor - zona infantil, 1er piso
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Gilroy Library! Paint and decorate your own sugar skull. All materials provided. While supplies last. Recommended Ages: 7–12 No registration required. ¡Celebra el Día de Muertos en la Biblioteca de Gilroy! Ven a pintar y decorar tu propia calaverita de azúcar. Todos los materiales están incluidos. Hasta agotar existencias. Edad recomendada: 7–12 años No se requiere inscripción. This program is funded by the Friends of the Gilroy Library. Este programa es patrocinado por los Amigos de la Biblioteca de Gilroy. Accessibility Accommodations / Adaptaciones de accesibilidad 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. Si necesita adaptaciones de accesibilidad (por ejemplo, interpretación en lenguaje de señas), complete el formulario en línea en sccld.org/accessibility al menos 7 días antes del evento. Si necesita ayuda para llenar el formulario, hable con un miembro del personal de su biblioteca, llame al (408) 540-3945 o envíe un correo electrónico a ask@sccl.org.
Board Game Zone
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Seven Trees Library
Join us every Sunday between 2:00 - 4:00 PM at the Seven Trees Library to play fun board games! We have a large selection to choose from, including new games and classic games that everyone of all ages can enjoy. No Registration Required. Thanks to the Friends of the Seven Trees Library for making this possible! ADA Accommodation Requests
Family Movie: Coco
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Educational Park Library
Commemorate Día de Muertos with a family-friendly film screening! We’ll watch Coco and make calavera suncatchers! Feel free to bring your own snacks to enjoy while we watch! Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes Rating: PG This program is sponsored by the San José Public Library Foundation.
Reading to Children
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Alviso 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. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer, Janani. They are also welcome to practice reading to 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 Children’s area. Free. No registration required.
Reading to Children
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Evergreen 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. It can also help them reach academic success. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our adult volunteer. They are also welcome to practice reading to 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 Children’s Area. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
MAIN: Duniya Dance Bollywood & Bhangra
Time: 1:30 PM | Location: Sunnyvale Library
Join us for MAIN: Duniya Dance Bollywood & Bhangra at the Sunnyvale Library.
Vietnamese Class for Kids
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Tully Library
Are you between the ages of 5-12 and want to learn Vietnamese? Tully Branch Library will be offering a class for children to learn basic Vietnamese language, grammar, spelling, dictation, writing, and reading. In person registration required at Tully Library. ADA Accommodation Requests
LEGO® Club
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Cambrian Library - Community Room
Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We’ll supply both big and small pieces, so come and bring your creativity. Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small pieces can be choking hazards. No registration required.
Everyone Can Create: Beginning Stop Motion Animation
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Joyce Ellington Library
Children ages 6-12 are invited to this fun, in-person introduction to stop motion animation. Participants will use the Stop Motion Studio app to make simple stop motion animations using small toys and paper. Participants will have an opportunity to showcase their work at the end of the session. iPad devices will be provided to all participants.The theme of all five classes in November is Thanksgiving/FallNovember 1 Introduction to Stop-Motion Animation Children will learn how stop-motion animation works and create their own Thanksgiving/Autumn props and characters for their movie. November 8 Creating the Halloween Story Children will develop their Thanksgiving story and begin planning the scenes, characters, and settings for their movie. November 15 and 22 Filming the Movie Children will use their characters and props to film their Thanksgiving movie, learning how to move objects and characters frame by frame. November 29 Finishing the Movie Children will complete their animation, add final details, and watch their Thanksgiving movies come to life! Free. Registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Bilingual Family Storytime/ Hora de Cuentos & Stay and Play
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Edenvale Library
Bilingual Family storytime is geared for a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. After Storytime concludes, families are invited to Stay & Play! For 30 minutes after storytime, special, age-appropriate toys will be available to keep the fun going. Storytime 3:00 - 3:30 amStay & Play 3:30 - 4:00 pm Free. No registration is required. Cuentos en familia está diseñado para una variedad de edades e invita a todo la familia para participar en actividades de alfabetazión temprana, como cuentos, juegos con los dedos y actividades de movimiento. Después de que concluya la hora del cuento, ¡las familias están invitadas a quedarse y jugar! Por 30 minutos después de la hora del cuento, habrán juguetes especiales y apropiados para la edad disponible para mantener la diversión. Storytime 3:00 - 3:30 amStay & Play 3:30 - 4:00 pmGratis. No es necesario registrarse. Accommodation Requests
Science Sundays for Grades K-2
Time: 2:30 PM | Location: Milpitas Library - Children’s Activity Room
This November, children in kindergarten to second grade are invited to participate in hands-on science experiments alongside their parents and caregivers. These programs are designed to be self-paced and child-led. Accompanying adults are expected to facilitate the experiments and activities for their children.Conduct a new experiment each Sunday!November 1st: The Lost Key – Magnets and MagnetismNovember 8th: The Redwoods – Redwood Trees and their RootsNovember 15th: A House for Bear – Building Materials and their PropertiesNovember 22nd: The Wilted Plant – Plants and Capillary ActionNovember 29th: Sound – Vibrations and SoundRegistration is required for each program. Extra science kits will be available at the reference desk after each program concludes. 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.
Tween Writing Workshop (Grades 5-8): How to Get Your Writing Published
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Mitchell Park Library - Midtown Room
Join Santa Clara County Youth Poet Laureate and multiple-time Scholastic Art & Writing Awards National Gold Medalist Sierra Elman in “How to Get Your Writing Published.” In this one-time workshop, middle schoolers will have the opportunity to learn about youth creative writing competitions and literary publications, get tips on writing and revising both in general and specific to competitions (including the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards) and get a chance to do some writing. This workshop is opened to Grades 5-8 only.