Reading To Children at the Willow Glen 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 interaction with our volunteers Mike & Sally. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests

STEM Wednesdays: Build & Balance Challenge!

Discover how small foundations impact big designs! Kids will build structures using just one cube as a base, testing balance, stability, and creativity. This activity sparks curiosity about real-world engineering while encouraging experimentation. Free. Registration required (drop ins accepted, provided there is space).They'll have a blast exploring what makes a successful structure—all while using their […]

Reading to Children with Sarah

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 […]

MISSION: Baby Toddler Playdate (09/03/2025 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM)

Join us for a library playdate for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. We'll feature open-ended play materials perfect for babies' development! Siblings welcome. This event is generously sponsored by the Santa Clara City Library Foundation...

Science is for Me for Grades K-2: The Lost Keys

Children in kindergarten to second grade are invited to participate in hands-on science experiments alongside their parents and caregivers. José loses his key in the street...it fell into a storm drain. How can Jasmine and José get the key out? Learn about magnets and design a solution to retrieve the key. This program is designed […]

Science is for Me for Grades K-2: The Lost Keys

Children in kindergarten to second grade are invited to participate in hands-on science experiments alongside their parents and caregivers. José loses his key in the street...it fell into a storm drain. How can Jasmine and José get the key out? Learn about magnets and design a solution to retrieve the key. This program is designed […]

3D Printing Appointments @ Hillsdale Branch

Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Location: Hillsdale Library- Programming Space Are you interested in 3D Printing? Join us at the Hillsdale Library for 3D Printing Appointments. 1:1 appointments will be offered Mondays and Wednesdays. All equipment will be provided by the library. Create your own design in Tinkercad or print a […]

Volunteer Away Your Fines

Join your community to help beautify your Pearl Avenue Branch Library. Register to take part in this opportunity to Volunteer Away Your Fines at a rate of $20 per hour. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering away their library fines, gaining service hours for school/work or just giving back to the community. […]

Lego Engineering

Build, learn and imagine with Lego! Construct buildings and structures with weekly builder challenges!  Free. In-Person. Ages 5 and Up. Kits generously provided by Friends of Village Square Library ADA Accommodation Requests

EXTERNAL Event: Palo Alto Gen-Z Hang

Palo Alto Gen Z is invited to come hang at Mitchell Park Bowl every Wednesday in September and October from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm to chill and connect with your peers. For youth 12-25! There will be snacks!Wednesday, September 03, 2025 | 03:30 PM - 05:00 PMWednesday, September 10, 2025 | 03:30 PM - 05:00 […]