2025 Diwali Rangoli
2025-10-19 00:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Rangoli is an ancient Hindu art form from India. Derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Rangavalli’, it means rows of colors, and is drawn in the homes, courtyards and sometime even on walls, to celebrate auspicious occasions.
Usually made during festivals like Diwali and other Hindu festivals, and to mark milestone celebrations, they are believed to invite home the blessings of the Gods. Rangoli is made using materials like rice powder, brick powder, chalk powder, flower petals and colored sand.
Local artist Pooja Virkar will again create a rangoli in Cupertino Library’s courtyard in celebration of Diwali. It will be available for viewing upon completion. Due to the ephemeral nature of rangoli, it will remain until nature has washed it away. Kindly refrain from walking across it.

Babywearing Dance
2025-10-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-26 11:00 - 12:00
Join us every Sunday at 11AM at the Cupertino Library for Babywearing Dance.

Meditative Banig Drawing
2025-10-19 11:00 - 12:00
Join Kenneth Tan, author of Crescenciana: A Memoir in Words and Illustrations, for an engaging class on drawing banigs—traditional Filipino woven mats. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll explore a variety of line patterns inspired by Filipino weaving and tattoo designs. You’ll then apply these patterns to create your own distinctive banig illustration. This creative process is not only accessible to all skill levels but also offers a calming, meditative, and enjoyable experience.
This program is offered on a first-come, first-served basis until all seats are filled. No prior drawing experience is required.
This program is part of the Santa Clara County Library District’s Filipino American Heritage Month (FAHM).
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.

Used Book Sale - Friends of the Cupertino Library
2025-10-19 12:00 - 15:00
The Friends of the Cupertino Library are having a Used Book Sale!
Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 9 AM – 3 PM
Sunday, October 19, 2025 from Noon – 3 PM (Bag Sale Day)
Cupertino Community Hall
10350 Torre Ave
Cupertino, CA 95014
Used Book Sale inventory includes: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Paperbacks, Cookbooks, Children’s Books, Select Books, Foreign Languages & Technical Books
Visit: https://www.friendsofcupertino…
Want to help? Donate your used books to the Friends of the Cupertino Public Library. Join the Friends of the Cupertino Library. Membership forms are available at the front desk. Ongoing Lobby book sale during open library hours.
At the Cupertino Library, the Friends Book Sales support: Chinese Book Club, Study Sessions for SAT Tests, Tween Book Club, Adult Book Club, Summer Reading Programs for Children, Best Seller Collections, County Bookmobile, Go Go Biblio.

ESL Parent & Caregiver Conversation Club
2025-10-20 10:30 - 11:15
Parents & Caregivers: You’re Invited!
Join us for an engaging series designed to support families and spark meaningful conversations about children and parenting.
✔ Learn practical tips and insights from special guest speakers ✔ Connect with other parents and caregivers in the community ✔ Bring your little ones – children are welcome to attend with you
This is a wonderful opportunity to build connections, gain new ideas, and explore ways to support your growing children.
Space is limited. Please arrive on 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@sccl.org.

Toddler Storytime
2025-10-21 10:30 - 11:00
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

ESL Conversation Club at the Cupertino Library
2025-10-21 10:30 - 12:00
ESL Conversation Club continues at Cupertino Library this year. Please join us for this fun sharing experience. Improve your English listening and speaking skills and learn about other cultures in a supportive environment. This program is for adults aged 18 and older who speak basic English.
*We will be holding ongoing weekly meetings in Room 201A on the second floor. Space is limited and online registration is required. Registration will open one week prior to each meeting.

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-5
2025-10-21 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-10-23 16:30 - 18:00
Are you a student in grades K-5 and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 4:30p.m. – 6:00p.m. No registration is required. Basic school supplies 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.

Music and Movement with JamaRoo Kids!
2025-10-22 10:30 - 11:00
Come clap your hands, stomp your feet, and shake your hips to the rhythm and the beat with JAMaROO Kids! we’ll sing traditional songs and learn original ones too.
For ages 2 and up. 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

Wednesday Afternoon Meditation and Mindfulness
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:00
Join us for our meditation and mindfulness class series at 4:30 PM on Wednesday afternoons.
Please note there will be no sessions on July 16 and July 23rd.
Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. This class will take place in Community Room 201A
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.

Bedtime Storytime
2025-10-22 19:00 - 19:30
Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together.
Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
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.

Halloween Bash
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for a very special Halloween Bash! Get into the Halloween spirit by dressing in your favorite costume and make a craft or two! Ages 2-10. Families welcome!
Supplies provided but are limited. Please arrive on 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@sccl.org.

Storytime for Babies at Cupertino Library
2025-10-23 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for Storytime for Babies in our first floor program room! This storytime series is suitable for children ages 0 to 1 and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, and more, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and babies will listen together, learn together, and play together.
This storytime is for pre-walkers and is limited to the first 30 babies, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
*** Beginning 9/4-10/16: Due to construction Storytime for Babies will not feature the stay and play component. We look forward to resuming stay and play on Thursday 10/23! Thank you for your patience.***
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.

Knit-Alongs at Cupertino Library
2025-10-24 14:30 - 16:00
Starting Time: 2:30 pmEnding Time: 4:00 pmCommunity Room 201A On the first Friday of each month we will meet in Room 201B
Cupertino Library Knit Alongs continue in 2025!. All adult knitters and crocheters are welcome. No registration or sign up required. We’re always happy to meet someone new, so please feel free to join us. Meet new friends, start a new project, or finish an old one. *Please note, This is mostly a social group for knitters and crocheters aged 18 and older. It is not intended to be a class for regular knitting and crochet instruction.*We can supply some knitting and crochet supplies, but everyone is encouraged to bring their own knitting needles, crochet hooks and yarn.
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.

Spooky STEM Season
2025-10-24 15:00 - 16:00
Come and find a little fear as well as a little flair while we increase our mind’s capacity this Halloween season. For ages 6+.
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.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library

中/英文雙語說故事時間 Mandarin/English Bilingual Family Storytime
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for for stories, songs, flannel board story, fingerplay and a craft project with Children Librarian in Mandarin and English. Children and their caretakers are welcome to join.
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.

Halloween Family Storytime and Costume Parade at Cupertino Library
2025-10-25 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for not so scary Halloween Storytime and a parade around the library to show off your Halloween costume! Costume is optional, come join the fun!
This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together.
Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.

Composting Education Program
2025-10-25 10:30 - 12:30
Learn how to reduce waste and build healthy soils by composting at home! This workshop is taught by University of California-trained Master Composters and covers both backyard composting and composting with worms.
Composting education program co-presented between the University of California Cooperative Extension and the County of Santa Clara
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.

Teen Halloween Creepy Cupcake Decorating
2025-10-25 16:00 - 17:00
Get into the spooky spirit at our Teen Halloween Cupcake Decorating event! Join us for a fun session where you’ll frost and decorate creepy cupcakes just in time for Halloween. Don’t miss out on this deliciously spooky experience – bring your creativity and leave with a treat! Space is limited to 15 people on a first come, first served basis.
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.
