Daily Events for Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Discover 66 events happening across South Bay libraries and community centers on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
‘Baby Lap-Sit Storytime (Age 0-1)’
Time: 9:30 AM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - Children’s Room
Join us for Baby Lap-Sit Storytime at the Library! Baby storytime is the perfect way to learn about early literacy with your non-walking baby. Developmental this class is for years Join us in a friendly circle as we read board books together, and sing fun songs to engage your non-walking children. Baby Storytime will take place in the Children’s Room before our Library opens - please note that you will need to enter through the Garden Gate on the very right side of the building, instead of entering through our main entrance doors. The Los Gatos Library recognizes the diversity of our community and is committed to accessibility for all patrons. We strive to make every visitor feel comfortable by ensuring equal access to programs, services, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a library program, please contact library@losgatosca.gov
‘STEM Club’
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: ‘Mt. Pleasant - Program Room’
‘Drop in Thursday, June 26 and then every Tuesday and Thursday morning starting July 1 for a fun and educational new STEM adventure! Intended for ages 6-10. Thursday, June 26: The Marshmallow Challenge! Tuesday, July 1 and Thursday, July 3: Invisible Ink Tuesday, July 8 and Thursday, July 10: Can You Save Fred? STEM Challenge Tuesday, July 15 and Thursday, July17: The Bottle Flip STEM Challenge Tuesday, July 22 and Thursday, July 24 : Help Harry! STEM Challenge Tuesday, July 29 and Thursday, July’
‘ArtHouse Studio Summer Camp’
Time: 10:00 AM | Location: King Library - Children’s Exploration Room, Mezzanine
’This program is full, but please register for the waitlist and we will reach out if a spot opensThis program is for children in grades 3-5. Registration required via link below. “Bring your Favorite Books to Life with ART!” Create, imagine, and explore your favorite stories. Bring your favorite literary characters and story settings to life through drawing, painting, and sculpting. All supplies AND a healthy lunch provided.While this program is full, please register for the waitlist and we w’
Baby Storytime
Time: 10:15 AM | Location: Oak Room Patio\, Main Library 1st Floor
Sing, play, and read to your baby! Please plan to arrive early to ensure admittance. Arrivals more than 5 minutes late are not guaranteed entrance. Adults must have at least 1 age-appropriate child attending. To ensure the quality of the Storytime, only the first 60 attendees will be admitted. We have two storytimes, at 10:15am and 11:00am. If you don’t make the 10:15am storytime please stick around for the next one at 11:00am. Staff will be there to assist you. ----------------------------------------------- !Canta, juega, y lee con su bebé! Por favor planee a llegar temprano para asegurarse entrada. Los que llegan más de 5 minutos tarda no estarán garantizados entrada. Adultos deben de tener por lo menos un niño de edad apropiado en asistencia. Para asegurar la calidad del hora de cuento, solo los primeros 60 atendientes estarán admitados. Ofreceremos dos horas de cuentos a las 10:15am y a las 11:00am. Si no puede atender la hora de cuento a las 10:15am, por favor quédese para la siguiente a las 11:00am. Personal de la biblioteca estarán disponible para ayuda. --------------------------------------------------------- 給寶寶唱歌、玩樂和閱讀 ！ 請提前抵達以確保入場。如遲到超過 5 分鐘不保證入場。 成人必須攜帶至少 1 位1歲半以下年齡的兒童參加。 為了確保故事時間的質量，只有前60名參與者才能入場。 我們有兩個故事時間，上午10點15分和11點。 如果你沒有趕上上午10:15的故事時間，請留下來在上午11:00的時段再入場。 工作人員將在那裡協助您。
‘Reading to Children’
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: Vineland - 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 Childr’
‘Las Madres Playgroup’
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: ‘Rose Garden - 1st Floor, Community Room ’
‘Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues. Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play in a safe environment in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and parents can connect and find/lend support to other parents in the Rose Garden and Downtown San Jose area. Learn more about Las Madres. This is a free event. No registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Bilingual Spanish Family Storytime / Hora de cuentos bilingüe para familias’
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: ‘Los Altos Library’
‘Join us for stories, songs, and movement in Spanish and English on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 AM! This program is designed for children up to age 5 and their caregivers, and will be held indoors in the Orchard Room. ¡Venga a la biblioteca para cuentos, canciones y movimiento en inglés y español los martes a las 10:30 de la mañana! Este programa está diseñado para niños hasta 5 años de edad y sus cuidadores, y se llevará a cabo adentro en el Orchard Room. 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.’
‘Toddler Storytime’
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: ‘Joyce Ellington - Community Room’
‘Toddler Storytime invites children and their caregivers to wiggle, rhyme, and sing with diverse books, songs, and fingerplays that encourage language, play, and exploration. This program is geared for children 0 to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers, but all children are welcome! Free, with limited capacity. As we navigate pandemic life, here are a few modifications to our Storytime: Please note that this will be an indoor program.Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, firs’
‘Toddler Storytime’
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: ‘Cupertino Library’
‘Stories and Songs for 1-2 year olds. This story time features lots of movement, singing, and action and is geared for very young toddlers who can no longer sit in laps!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’
‘Storytime with Valley Water’
Time: 10:30 AM | Location: ‘Almaden - Picture Book Area’
‘Join us for a special storytime with Valley Water as we learn about water conservation through stories, songs, and more of your favorite storytime activities.Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Family Storytime’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Willow Glen - Community Room’
‘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! Free, with limited capacity. As we navigate pandemic life, here are a few modifications to our Stor’
‘Crochet & Knitting Club’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Vineland - Community Room’
‘Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, talk about all things yarn, or learn how to knit or crochet? Grab your projects or supplies to start a new one and join us Tuesdays in the Vineland Library Community Room. All hand needle crafts welcome! Free. No registration required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Vineland Branch Library. ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Family Storytime + Stay & Play’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Village Square - Community Room’
‘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, families are invited to Stay & Play! For 30 minutes after storytime, spec’
Toddler Time - Mariela’s Music Time
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Sunnyvale Library’
Sing and dance with a special music performance. Today, enjoy music in Spanish and English from Mariela’s Music Time. This program is for ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. This program will be in the Library Program Room. No registration is required, but space is limited. Doors will close when the room is full. This program is a part of the 2025 Summer Reading Program Level Up at Your Library. Sign up starting June 1 on Beanstack. Accessibility Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Sunnyvale will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you require special accommodation, please contact the library at 408-730-7300 at least three days in advance of this program.
Family Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Saratoga Library
Join us for fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs in the Maple room (near the Adult Reference desk). 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.
‘Baby & Toddler Storytime at Seven Trees’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Seven Trees’
‘Come join us every Tuesday for Baby & Toddler Storytime! Baby & Toddler Storytime invites babies and their caregivers to learn together by strengthening their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! The Storytime librarian will join in the fun with special toys, giving babies and parents time to connect. The first Tuesday of the month we welcome a guest reader for a Spanish bilingual’
‘Baby Lapsit Storytime at Rose Garden’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Rose Garden - Children’s Picture Book area
‘This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently, and their caregivers. Come join us every Tuesday for Baby Lapsit Storytime! Baby Lapsit invites newborns, infants, babies, and their caregivers to learn together by strengthening their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! The Storytime librarian will join in the fun with special toys, giving babies and parents time to’
‘Family Storytime’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Palo Alto - Children’s Library
Description Join Librarian Jennifer on Tuesdays at 11:00 AM for Family Storytime at Children’s Library! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! BYOS (bring your own scarf)! Some of our songs use scarves as props. Bring something scarf-like (any piece of fabric). Otherwise, you can always pretend! Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!
‘Friendly Stitchers’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Mt. Pleasant - Parking available in neighborhood.’
Do you enjoy cross stitch, traditional hand embroidery, punch needle embroidery, knitting, needlepoint, knitting looms, latch hooking, and other needlecrafts? Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or just starting out, join us for our weekly Friendly Stitchers program to learn something new and stitch up a small project—or bring your own work in progress, share tips and tricks, and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. All hand needle crafts welcome.Small project supplied free.
‘Indoor Family Storytime with Stay and Play ’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘East SJ Carnegie’
‘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. 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. The librar’
‘Baby and Me Time: Playdate for Children and Their Caregivers ’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Berryessa - Community Room’
‘Parents and caregivers: bring your little ones ages 0-4 to a playdate at the library! Kids will discover new toys and activities while adults will have a chance to chat and get acquainted. Come and go as you wish or need. Light refreshments will be provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Indoor Family Storytime’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Alviso - Children’s Area 5050 N. 1st Street San Jose, CA 95002
‘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! Free, with limited capacity. Please note that this will be an indoor program.Seating for Storytime’
‘Family Storytime and Stay & Play’
Time: 11:00 AM | Location: ‘Alum Rock’
‘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! Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality St’
Baby Bouncers Lapsit for Prewalkers
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Milpitas Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for Baby Bouncers Lapsit (for non-walking babies) up to 12 months old. This is a baby and caregivers program with an early literacy focus on traditional nursery rhymes, lap bounces, body rhymes, songs, very short and simple picture books. Caregivers are encouraged to bring a blanket for their babies to lay on. The Baby Bouncers Lapsit program is a short 15 to 20 minute program. Caregivers are welcome to attend our Stay and Play session after 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@sccl.org.
‘Music and Movement in Spanish and English / Música y Movimiento en español e inglés’
Time: 11:30 AM | Location: Biblioteca Latinoamericana - Children’s Area
‘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 toward children of all ages and their parents/caregivers.The following special storytimes will take place of Music and Movement the following dates:Tuesday’
‘Artificial Intelligence for Beginners’
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: ‘Village Square - Community Room’
‘Village Square Branch Library invites children in 4th-8th grades to get to introduce to the basics of Artificial Intelligence. This course introduces various AI concepts and technologies through hands-on projects using different platforms and tools. The participants will work with voice recognition, facial recognition, and other AI technologies, gaining a broader understanding of how AI can be applied in different contexts.First come first serve-Limited to first 25 participants. ADA Accommodatio’
Lunch at the Library
Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library
Free Lunch Meals for kids ages 0-18 years old! Mondays - Fridays 12:00—1:00 pm at the Morgan Hill Library · No registration required · Meals are funded by the YMCA and Second Harvest This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the United States Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California. Lunch at the Library was developed by the California Library Association and the California Summer Meal Coalition, with support from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. ¡Almuerzos Gratuitos para niños de 0 a 18 años! Lunes - Viernes 12:00—1:00 pm en la Biblioteca de Morgan Hill · No es necesario registrarse · Las comidas son financiadas por la YMCA y Second Harvest Esta institución es un proveedor de igualdad de oportunidades. El Programa de Servicios de Comidas en el Verano es un programa del Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos, administrado en California por el Departamento de Educación de California. El Almuerzo en la Biblioteca es un proyecto de la Biblioteca del Estado de California, respaldado con fondos del Estado de California. El almuerzo en la Biblioteca fue desarrollado por la Asociación de Bibliotecas de California y la Coalición de comidas de verano de California, con el apoyo de la Fundación David y Lucile Packard.
‘Summer Reading with Bay Area Tutoring’
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: ‘Seven Trees’
‘Get ready for an exciting summer of learning with Bay Area Tutoring! Dive into a fun and engaging environment where reading comes to life through interactive activities and games. Work in small groups to boost your reading skills! Prevent summer learning loss while exploring new stories and adventures! Participate in San Jose Public Library’s Summer Learning program and visit the library to pick out exciting books and discover how to make the most of its amazing resources! At the Seven Trees Lib’
STEM Club
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Morgan Hill Library
Join us for a STEM project after Lunch in the Library. We will be creating and investigating science through crafts.June 10 paper rocketsJune 24 bubblesJuly 8 watercolor hatsJuly 22 slime
Bilingual Mandarin Family Storytime / 中英雙語故事時間
Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Los Altos Library
Join us for a fun-filled storytime featuring movement, singing, and action! These 30-minute sessions focus on early literacy by sharing stories and songs in both English and Mandarin Chinese.歡迎小朋友來到故事時間，這是以半小時的雙中英語故事書, 兒歌, 手指謠, 玩遊戲為特色的内容。歡迎兒童們與家長褓母一同前來參加。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.
Kids’ Switch Gaming
Time: 1:30 PM | Location: ‘Santa Clara City Library - Northside Branch’
Come hang out and play some Nintendo Switch games on the big screen! Test your skills in Super Smash Bros, or race your friends in Mario Kart! For grades 3-8. Your attendance to this program grants permission to the City of Santa Clara to take your photograph and/or your child’s photograph for marketing purposes.
‘Speech and Debate Summer Camp’
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: ‘Village Square - Community Room’
Learn the fundamentals of speech and debate from members of Evergreen High School’s Speech and Debate Club and gain valuable communication skills! Participants will learn how to master public speaking and discover different debate styles. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.Grades: 3rd thru 8thADA Accommodation Requests
Summer 2025 Level Up at Your Library: Camp Read S’More, Grades 4-5 (Session 2)
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Los Altos Library
Join us for a summer full of reading and fun at our weekly book club! Held on Tuesday afternoons, Camp Read S’more is the perfect way to keep your incoming 4th or 5th grader engaged and entertained during the summer months. Throughout each four-week session we’ll explore a different book and participate in engaging discussions and activities. Plus, your child will have the opportunity to connect with other young readers in a welcoming and supportive environment. Sign up today! Session 2 Dates: 7/8 in the Conference Room7/15 in the Orchard Room7/22 in the Orchard Room7/29 in the Orchard Room Participants do not need to attend every meeting. Reserve your spot by registering online for each date you can attend. Book selections will be handed out at the first meeting of each session. Thank you to the Los Altos Friends of the Library for sponsoring this program. Sign up for Summer Reading 2025: Level Up at Your Library June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity. Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/reader365 or download the free Beanstack App. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. All Summer Reading Program information available here: www.sccld.org/summer
Summer 2025 Level Up at Your Library: Level Up Readers
Time: 2:00 PM | Location: Cupertino Library
Level Up this summer with Level Up Readers, a dedicated space where your child can read to a tutor and accomplish their summer reading goal of 5 books! No registration is needed. For children in grades TK-2.Generously sponsored by the Friends of the 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.
‘Reading to Children with Lee’
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Cambrian - 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
‘Origami for Kids’
Time: 3:15 PM | Location: Bascom - children’s area
‘Make designs like a tulip, cat, whale, or samurai helmet using colorful paper. Then decorate your origami with markers! This is a self-directed program in which all supplies and instructions are made available. A staff member or volunteer will be available for assistance. Registration recommended but not required. Held in children’s area. Recommended for ages 6-12.ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Save Nature - Insect Discovery Lab!’
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: ‘Hillsdale Library- Programming Space’
‘Explore the fantastic lives of beetles, millipedes, hissing cockroaches, walking sticks, and more! Our presenters will introduce the audience to the extraordinarily diverse world of insects and other arthropods and teach us about their key role in the web of life.’
‘1:1 Tech Mentor/ 1:1 技术导师’
Time: 3:30 PM | Location: ‘Edenvale - Internet Cafe’
‘Free. Offered in-person, in English or 中文.Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!您想了解更多关于计算机的信息吗？按照自己的节奏学习！ No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance.ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Virtual Reality: Exploration & Experiences’
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Tully - Children’s Area
‘Join us every Tuesday and experience the digital world like never before in our Virtual Reality program. Learn how to use our virtual reality equipment, try a virtual reality experience for the first time, and then come back again to try one of our more immersive experiences, games, and puzzles. For teens ages 12 and up. NOTE: The system may cause vertigo and disorientation. Please stop if you begin to feel any symptoms.ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘Pop-up with Allcove: Bracelet making!’
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: ‘Mitchell Park Library - Teen Room’
‘Description Calling all teens! Join local teen-centered org Allcove as they host a pop-up tote bracelet making workshop in our teen room. Connect with other teens, make some cute bracelets, and check out the teen room! See you there! This workshop is for teens 11-18’
‘LEGO Tuesdays!’
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: ‘Palo Alto Downtown Library - El Camino Room’
‘Description We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation! In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because children engage in problem solving, teamwork, self-confidence, and creativity!’
‘Tinker Tuesday (Ages 3-10)’
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Los Gatos Public Library - Children’s Room
Take some time out of your afternoon to play, imagine, build, and create! This program is geared towards children ages 3 through ~10. This program will take place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 4 pm in the Children’s Room. The Los Gatos Library recognizes the diversity of our community and is committed to accessibility for all patrons. We strive to make every visitor feel comfortable by ensuring equal access to programs, services, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a library program, please contact library@losgatosca.gov
To Be Read Book Club for 6th – 8th Graders
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: Los Altos Library
Join our book club for 6th – 8th graders! This month we are reading Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech. We will meet on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, from 4 pm – 5 pm at the Los Altos Library in the Orchard Room. If you can attend this meeting, register online and pick up your copy of the book at the Children’s Reference Desk at either Los Altos or Woodland Library. Please read the book before our meeting. At the meeting, we will discuss the book and do a fun activity. Snacks will be provided. Many thanks to the Friends of the Los Altos Library for making this program possible. 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.
‘Educational Park Art Club’
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: ‘Educational Park’
This week we’ll be learning about the artist Henri Matisse and practice collage. This program is in celebration of Disability Pride Month. Join us every Tuesday as we learn about an artist or art style, then make art of our own. Recommended for ages 5-12. June Events: July 01 - Bald Eagle CraftJuly 08 - Frida Kahlo and Self Portraits (Multimedia)July 15 - Judith Scott and Yarn Art (Fiber Art)July 22 - Henri Matisse and Modern Art (Collage)July 29 - Dan Miller and Overlays (Colored Pencils) Free.
‘Summer STEAM Week’
Time: 4:00 PM | Location: ‘Edenvale’
‘Drop in the afternoon for a new STEAM adventure, from science to engineering to learning math. July 21 - Science Monday: Exploring MagnetsJuly 22 - Technology Tuesday: 3D Design with Tinkercad July 23 - Engineering Wednesday: Earthquake Engineering July 24 - Art Thursday: Corn Husk DollsJuly 25 - Math Friday: Flexagon & Mobius Strips No registration required. Appropriate for ages 8-12.Free, with limited capacity. Tickets available at the desk 30 minutes before program starts. All individuals (of’
‘1 on 1 Tech Assistance’
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: ‘Willow Glen - Group Study Room’
‘Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutors can help! Current Weekly Schedule: Tuesdays at 4:30 PMThursdays at 11 AM (assistance available in English or Mandarin Chinese)Saturdays at 10 AM How To Attend: Participants are encouraged’
‘Coffee Filter Butterfly’
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: ‘Santa Teresa - Community Room’
‘Color some coffee filters, spray them, and make your own butterfly creation! Free. No registration required. While supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests’
‘LEGO® Club’
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: ‘Joyce Ellington’
Come join us at the Joyce Ellington Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We’ll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
‘Summer STEaM at Almaden’
Time: 4:30 PM | Location: ‘Almaden - Program Room’
Drop in on Tuesday afternoons in June and July at 4:30 p.m. for a new STEAM adventure every week: Jun. 3 - It’s a Solid… It’s a Liquid… It’s Oobleck!Oobleck is a suspension, or a substance that can mimic the qualities of a solid or a liquid. Participants will make their own oobleck and experiment with it to determine under which circumstances it behaves more like a liquid or a solid. Jun. 10 - Lego Engineering ChallengeAt the workshop, children will be encouraged to build and solve problems.
‘Spin the Wheel for fun prizes at Pearl Branch ’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: ‘Pearl Avenue’
Spin the Wheel to get some fun prizes during opening hours at Pearl for each 8 hours/8 books you read during Summer Learning from June 1- July 31, up to 64 hours/books in total. Children participating in Summer Learning can spin the wheel once a day for reaching the 8 hours/8 books milestone. Each space has a great prize for kids; including but not limited to fans, pencils, stickers, or an extra book. While supplies last! Don’t forget to log your reading to your Summer Learning account on Beanst
Yo-yo Performance & Class [Summer Reading 2025]
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Gilroy Library
Level up your yo-yo skills! Meet National Yo-yo Champion Ernest Kahn as he delivers an exciting yo-yo performance, followed by a guided yo-yo class for children 5 years and above. First 40 kids in attendance will receive a yo-yo to use during the class and take home afterwards. 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.---¡Sube de nivel tus habilidades con el yo-yo! Conoce a Ernest Kahn, Campeón Nacional de Yo-yo, mientras presenta un emocionante espectáculo de yo-yo, seguido de una clase guiada para niños de 5 años en adelante. Los primeros 40 niños en asistir recibirán un yo-yo para usar durante la clase y llevárselo a casa después.Para solicitar adaptaciones de accesibilidad (por ejemplo, lenguaje de señas americano), por favor llene el formulario en línea en sccld.org/accessibility al menos 7 días antes del evento. Si necesita ayuda con el formulario, hable con un miembro del personal en su biblioteca local, llame al (408) 540-3945 o envíenos un correo electrónico a ask@sccl.org. Sign up for Summer Reading 2025: Level Up at Your Library June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/rea… or download the free Beanstack App. --- Regístrese para Lectura de verano 2025: Sube de nivel en tu biblioteca del 1 de junio al 31 de julio y gane una recompensa por leer 5 libros y completar 1 actividad. Recoja su recompensa final en su biblioteca local de SCCLD del 1 al 31 de agosto hasta agotar premios. Regístrate y lleva el seguimiento de tus libros con Beanstack en línea: https://sccl.beanstack.org/rea… o descarga la aplicación gratuita de Beanstack.
‘Đọc truyện song ngữ | Bilingual Storytime’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Evergreen - Children’s Area
‘Giờ đọc truyện song ngữ Anh-Việt được tổ chức tại Thư Viện Evergreen, 2635 Aborn Road, San Jose, nhằm thúc đẩy các hoạt động đọc viết sớm qua các câu chuyện, bài hát, múa ca và vận động cơ thể. Chương trình này dành cho trẻ em ở mọi lứa tuổi cùng với cha mẹ hoặc người chăm sóc trẻ! Hoàn toàn miễn phí, không cần đăng ký trước. ADA Yêu cầu Phương tiện để tham gia chương trình Bilingual Storytime in English and Vietnamese, hosted by Evergreen Branch Library, will promote early literacy with stories’
‘Spin the Wheel At Cambrian’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: ‘Cambrian - 2nd Floor Information Desk’
Children or teens 18 and under participating in Summer Learning can spin the wheel once after reaching the 8 hour/8 book milestone AND the after reaching the 64 hour/64 book milestone from June 1 - July 31. Each space has a great prize for kids; including but not limited to bubbles, pencils, stickers, or animal keychains. While supplies last!Don’t forget to log your reading to your Summer Learning account on Beanstack so an entry for a Grand Prize can be created automatically for each 8 hour OR
‘Digital Comic Making Workshop by AACI YTI ’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: ‘Cambrian - Community Room’
‘In this workshop, youth ages 10-17 will learn how to use their iPads to make amazing pieces of digital art. Students will become familiar with navigation through the Procreate app and learn how to sketch a design, ink/outline it, and digitally color the piece. Free. No registration required. Attendance is limited to the first 20 youth to arrive. Please try to arrive at the Community Room about 5-10 minutes before the program to start on time. More Information about the Graphic Novel Making Conte’
‘Reading Buddies at Alviso Branch Library’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Alviso - Children’s Area 5050 N. 1st Street San Jose, CA 95002
‘Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-5 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 phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Alviso Branch Library’
‘Reading Buddies at Alviso Branch Library’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: Alviso - Children’s Area 5050 N. 1st Street San Jose, CA 95002
‘Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-5 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 phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Alviso Branch Library’
‘Summer Learning Scavenger Hunt at Biblioteca Latinoamericana’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: ‘Biblioteca Latinoamericana - All around the library’
Yum. yum, yummmmm, summer has us craving our favorite cold, sweet treats! To celebrate summer and SJPL’s Summer Learning program, the staff at Biblioteca Latinoamericana invite you to visit and play our ice cream-themed scavenger hunt. Explore our stacks, while you search for replicas of our favorite desserts. Find them all and win a prize! *The scavenger hunt theme is ice cream, no actual ice cream will be served during this program. This program is for all ages, younger children may need the a
‘Sanskrit for Beginners’
Time: 5:00 PM | Location: ‘Alum Rock’
‘This beginner course will introduce Sanskrit to middle schoolers. Students will begin by learning the alphabet. For Ages 7-17. Free! ADA Accommodation Requests’
Save Nature - Insect Discovery Lab!
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: Oak Room Patio\, Main Library 1st Floor
Explore the fantastic lives of beetles, millipedes, hissing cockroaches, walking sticks, and more! Our presenters will introduce the audience to the extraordinarily diverse world of insects and other arthropods and teach us about their key role in the web of life.
‘Pretend Campfire Sing-a-Long’
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: ‘Santa Clara City Library - Mission Branch’
Come sing traditional camp songs! Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on! Your attendance to this program grants permission to the City of Santa Clara to take your photograph and/or your child’s photograph for marketing purposes.
‘Reading Under the Stars ’
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: ‘Joyce Ellington’
‘Join us for a fun hour of reading aloud! The librarian will read a selection of picture books, easy readers and chapter books to entire families that foster engagement and social emotional learning. According to research, reading aloud is one of the most important things we can do with children. Reading aloud builds many foundational skills, introduces vocabulary, provides a model of fluent, expressive reading, and helps children recognize what reading for pleasure is all about.Free. No Registra’
‘Special Storytime with the San Jose Earthquakes’
Time: 5:30 PM | Location: ‘Hillview - Community Room’
‘SJPL is thrilled to partner with the San Jose Earthquakes to offer fans a special storytime with some of our local Major League Soccer players! Join us for a fun-filled time with song, dance, stories, and some awesome giveaways, including a chance to WIN a family 4-pack of tickets to an upcoming match.Plus, enjoy a refreshing Otter Pop popsicle, while supplies last.SJPL is proud to nurture partnerships with local sports teams to create educational experiences for youth by encouraging reading to’
Dungeons & Dragons Paint Party
Time: 6:00 PM | Location: Saratoga Library
Interested in painting a figurine for your tabletop roleplaying game? Bring your own miniature or choose a model from our selection, and then paint it with us! Painting expert Cristian Pearson will be there to teach techniques and answer questions on painting miniatures. Once you finish painting your model, take it home and use it for your own gaming needs. One model per person. Enjoy!
‘Lullaby Storytime’
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: ‘Mountain View Public Library’
‘Join us for Lullaby Storytime at Mountain View Public Library.’
Bilingual Family Storytime / 中英雙語故事時間
Time: 6:30 PM | Location: Milpitas Library
This thirty minute storytime features movement, sing, and action! The early literacy focus is on sharing stories and songs in English and Mandarin Chinese.歡迎小朋友來到故事時間，這是以半小時的雙中英語故事書, 兒歌, 手指謠, 玩遊戲為特色的内容。歡迎兒童們與家長褓母一同前來參加。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.
Summer 2025 Level Up at Your Library: Smiley Stories
Time: 7:00 PM | Location: Cupertino Library
Join us for a fun performance for the whole family featuring Smiley Stories! Attendees will hear two charming stories from Latin American Oral Tradition, This colorful show features two delightful tales: “The Banderola Worm That Didn’t Want to Walk Without Gas” and “The Funny Story of Minisifundio, the Sweetest Mouse”.For all ages. Space is limited. Please arrive on time.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. Sign up for Summer Reading 2025: Level Up at Your Library June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity. Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/reader365 or download the free Beanstack App. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. All Summer Reading Program information available here: www.sccld.org/summer