• Snack Break-Free Snacks for Kids!/¡Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!

    Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack!  Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last.For kids 18 years old and under.  Snacks provided by the YMCA.September - May except for MHUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations […]

  • Everyone Can Create: Beginning Stop Motion Animation

    Children ages 8-14 are invited to this fun, in-person introduction to stop motion animation. Participants will use the Stop Motion Studio app to make simple stop motion animations. Students will learn about the different tools used to create an animation which they will be able to use in a series of fun and engaging projects.   […]

  • Mathema Adventures: A D&D-Inspired Math Games Program for Kids

    Are you interested in math? Do you want to improve your problem solving skills and understanding of math? Or do you enjoy math in general? Well, come join us in this Dungeons-&- Dragons-inspired interactive and immersive adventure to improve your math skills! Journey through the world of Mathema to learn math skills to be used […]

  • Reading to Children with Aysha

    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 […]

  • 1-on-1 Tech Help

    BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Do you need help using the computer? Don’t know how to send an email or set up a Zoom meeting? Our tech mentor can help! Learn how to: Open an email accountConnect to Wi-Fi/hotspotsUse laptops/ChromebooksUse Microsoft OfficeFill out simple forms onlineUse social mediaNavigate the SJPL website And more! Free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. AVAILIBILITY […]

  • Family Craft: Bottle Cap Castanets 

    Celebrate Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month with rhythm and creativity—join us to make your own bottle-cap castanets and explore the vibrant sounds of tradition!Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time. While registration isn’t required and […]

  • Family Craft: Bottle Cap Castanets 

    Celebrate Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month with rhythm and creativity—join us to make your own bottle-cap castanets and explore the vibrant sounds of tradition!Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time. While registration isn’t required and […]

  • LEGO Club for Grades K – 8

    Join us for an hour of fun building with LEGOs. Children will use their creativity and engineering skills to free build anything they can imagine. This is a drop-in program. No registration needed. Space is limited and children will be asked to wait outside if capacity is reached. Younger siblings and parents are asked to […]

  • Game Zone

    Are you an expert at board and card games and want to demonstrate your skills, or just want to learn the basics? Or maybe you'd like to sink the 8 ball at a game of pool? Join us in the Teen Room at the Hillview Branch Library if you want to play board and card […]

  • Chess Club for Kids

    Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families.Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays.ADA Accommodation Requests