SplitBunch Events

Diya painting for Diwali
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join the Saratoga Library in celebrating Diwali. You can paint and decorate your own diya!
Thanks to the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for sponsoring this program.
No registration is required.

Henna Art for Diwali
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:00
Beautify your hand with simple design by henna artists from ShilpaKala Arts, First come first serve, while supplies last.
Thanks to Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for sponsoring this program.

Indian Classical Dance for Diwali
2025-10-04 15:00 - 16:30
Saratoga Library presents dance performance by Acharya Madhuri Kishore in Kuchipudi dance style as a part of Diwali celebration.
The event will take place in the Saratoga Community Room.
Thanks to Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for sponsoring this program.

Wandering in Wonderland @ Saratoga Library
2025-10-05 00:00
This art exhibit is by James Ong. It runs from September 1 to October 30, 2025 and is open to the public during the Library’s open hours.
About the Artist
Born in the East, raised in the West James Ong was a quiet, curious, and observant child who became an engineer and toy designer. Now, an artist, his imagination is free to roam and play without constraint.

The Exceptional Life of Tye Leung Schulze
2025-10-05 14:00 - 15:30
Much has been written about larger-than-life Tye Leung Schulze, the equal rights pioneer, the crusader against human trafficking, and the suffragist. Her impressive list of “firsts” is an undeniable tribute to the determination and confidence of this petite four-foot-nine-inch-tall daughter of Chinese immigrants. However, much less is known about Tye Leung, the person who is today lost in the shadow of her own legend. This multimedia presentation will introduce you to the human side of Tye Leung Schulze.
All are welcome. No registration required, but seating is on a first come, first served basis.
This program is co-sponsored by the Chinese Historical & Cultural Project, The League of Women Voters, Southwest Santa Clara Valley, and the Friends of Saratoga Libraries.
About the SpeakerRussell Low, a 4th generation Chinese American from California, is the great-grandson of Transcontinental Railroad worker Hung Lai Wah and rescued child slave, Tom Ying. Their story, and that of their descendants, has been featured on major media outlets and included in notable museums. Dr. Low combines his interests in research, family history, and storytelling in his books Three Coins, The All-American Crew, and A Willow Tree Becomes a Forest, and a new illustrated book, The Exceptional Life of Tye Leung Schulze that bring the stories to life for all generations.
After the presentation, there will be a book sale and signing by Dr. Low.
A Historical Note
In 1911, Proposition 4 “Should women be allowed to vote?” was placed on California’s ballot for a special election on October 10. By a vote of 125,037 to 121,450, the proposition narrowly passed making California the sixth state in the nation to give women the right to vote. Tye Leung Schulze was the first Chinese American woman to vote in the United States when she cast a ballot in San Francisco on May 19, 1912.
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.

Multi-Level ESL Class Session
2025-10-06 10:00 - 12:00
Santa Clara County Library District residents are eligible to register for this in-person ESL class led by professional ESL instructors. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. Space is limited. Testing to determine your level is required to register for the class. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students.
Register for the class here: ESL Registration
Classes are Monday and Wednesday mornings 10am – 12pm from October 1st to December 10th. You must be able to attend the entire class session. This class will take place in person at the Saratoga Library. Attendees must be at least 18 years old.
