The Year of the Horse: Family Storytime with Oliver Chin

Thursday, Feb 12, 2026
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Acclaimed author Oliver Chin celebrates the Lunar New Year with a reading from his newest children's picture book, The Year of the Horse. This story is the latest adventure in the popular annual series Tales from the Chinese Zodiac. Hannah the Horse is eager to prove herself. Inspired by her hardworking family, she befriends a boy named Tom. When an important item must be delivered to a distant land, Hannah seizes the opportunity to show that even a little horse can make a big difference. Following the story, children will learn how to draw a horse and enjoy coloring Zodiac animal-themed sheets. Recommended for children ages 4 and up.This program is part of the Santa Clara County Library District’s celebration of the Lunar New Year.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.

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