What If We...? Storytime Author Event
2025-10-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: 1st Floor Program Room
Join author Vivienne Chang and illustrator Eugenia Yoh for a special storytime featuring their second picture book, What If We…. Enjoy a live reading, learn about their creative process, ask questions, and take part in a short hands-on bookmaking workshop.

Wellness Check In & Free Health Screening
2025-10-04 11:00 - 13:00
Free. No registration required.
This drop-in wellness tabling event hosted by Voyager Leadership, a non-profit organization, offers free basic health screenings to support community members in taking charge of their health. Open to all ages and fitness levels, this program provides accessible, preventative care in a casual and supportive environment. Student interns will be supervised by a licensed healthcare provider. No insurance required. All are welcome!
Offering:

Blood pressure screening
Heart rate readings
Height & weight measurements
Normal eye exam

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Friendly Stitchers
2025-10-04 11:30 - 13:00
Do you enjoy–or want to learn–cross stitch, embroidery, punch needle, knitting, needlepoint, knitting looms, felting, latch hook, and other needlecrafts? Join our weekly stitching social! Bring your own project of any kind or stitch our small sample project while enjoying the company of fellow needlecrafters.

Small children’s or adult project supplied free for participants.
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Sahaja Meditation at Calabazas
2025-10-04 12:00 - 13:00
The Calabazas Branch of the San Jose Public Library is hosting a Sahaja Meditation Event suitable for all ages. Sahaja Meditation is a time-honored technique that promotes wellness and reduces stress by helping individuals achieve better focus, balance, and inner peace. Attendees are encouraged to dress comfortably and join for this beneficial experience.
The event includes a free guided meditation workshop. No registration is required and Walk-ins are welcome
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STEM Saturday: Catapults
2025-10-04 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a fun and hands-on program series that explores the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Each week we will explore a subject through a unique activity that sparks curiosity and brings the topic to life through making and experimenting. Each week of STEM brings a new set of tasks to challenge us.
This week, we will be creating catapults. We will learn how the medieval machines worked, and how our smaller versions are similar to the bigger ones, including using forces to launch materials (but not Cows!) into the air.
Sessions are not related, so participants should register for EACH session they wish to attend.
Free. Registration is required.
This series of programs is supported by our Friends of the Pearl Avenue Library! Thank you!
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Reading Buddies with Cristel
2025-10-04 12:00 - 13:30
Children in grades K-5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Cristel on Saturdays.
Our Reading Buddy will listen to children and help them build confidence in their ability to read. They will ask questions about the books being read to encourage reading comprehension.
Children will enjoy one-on-one interaction with Cristel who has been trained to create a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers.
Availability of Reading Buddies is on a first come, first served basis.

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Reading Buddies with Ilse
2025-10-04 12:00 - 13:30
Children in grades K-5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Ilse on Saturdays.
Our Reading Buddy will listen to children and help them build confidence in their ability to read. They will ask questions about the books being read to encourage reading comprehension.
Children will enjoy one-on-one interaction with Ilse who has been trained to create a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers.
Availability of Reading Buddies is on a first come, first served basis.

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Diya painting for Diwali
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:00
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.

Silent Book Club
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:00
Join our group and read in silence with others in our quiet study room. Bring your own book (and quiet snacks), or select one from our collection here at East Branch Library!

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Asistencia de Búsqueda de Trabajo y Crear Resumen (Currículum)
2025-10-04 12:00 - 15:00
¿Necesitas ayuda con tu resumen (currículum)? ¿Necesita ayuda para buscar oportunidades de empleo?
Reúnase personalmente con un miembro del personal de la biblioteca (uno a uno) para aprender cómo:

Crea o actualiza tu resumen (currículum)
Navegar por sitios web de solicitudes de empleo
Llenar formas de solicitudes de trabajo
Aprender técnicas de entrevista
Obtenga ayuda para registrarse en ServSafe (Tarjeta para manipuladores de alimentos)
*Desafortunadamente, no podemos ayudar con ninguna información personal/sensible (por ejemplo, número de seguro social, información bancaria, formularios de impuestos, etc.)

Este es un programa presencial organizado en la Sucursal de la Biblioteca Latinoamericana. El personal de la biblioteca estará allí para guiarte en todo, pero serás tú quien controle la computadora.
Gratis. Se requiere registro. Para registrarse, llame al (408) 294-1237.
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Asistencia Tecnologica - Ayuda Personalizada
2025-10-04 12:00 - 15:00
La biblioteca te brindará apoyo para:

Abrir una cuenta de correo electronico
Conectarse a un hotspot/Wifi
Usar Chromebooks/computadoras
Usar Zoom
Encontrar e inscribirse en clases de la biblioteca
Obtener una targeta de la biblioteca
Reservar materiales
Usar aplicaciones de la biblioteca
Teléfono móvil
Busca en internet

Este es un programa presencial organizado en la Sucursal de la Biblioteca Latinoamericana. El personal de la biblioteca o un voluntario estarán allí para guiarte en todo, pero serás tú quien controle la computadora.
Si no puede asistir a su cita, llame y cancele. Se dará prioridad a los clientes que no falten a sus citas.
Gratis. Se requiere registro. Para registrarse, llame al (408) 294-1237.
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Adult Literacy Volunteer Tutor Training with SCCLD's The Reading Program
2025-10-04 12:30 - 18:00
The Reading Program, Santa Clara County Library District’s adult literacy program, is seeking volunteer tutors to work one-on-one with adults looking to improve their reading, writing, and communication skills.

Important Notes:

Volunteers that have completed the required Tutor Orientation are welcome to register for one of our Tutor Training sessions.
Once you submit your event registration, you will receive a link in the confirmation email to complete your Reading Program Tutor Intake Form. You must submit both the event registration and the Tutor Intake Form in order to attend the Training.

In the case you have not yet attended an Orientation:

Please review the tutor requirements on our website and if interested register for one of our upcoming Tutor Orientations on our website.
If you are unable to attend any of the scheduled sessions or missed a recent one, please email us at readingprogram@lib.sccgov.org or call us (408) 262-1349, and we may be able to offer an alternative option.

Mindfulness Meditation
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:00
Come and improve your mental and physical health in mindfulness meditation sessions led by Phuong Pham. Each session is 45 minutes of sitting and/or walking meditation followed by 15 minutes of group sharing and Q&A. It is open to all levels of experience and no registration is required.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats and/or meditation cushions. Chairs are available for those who do not bring them.
Phuong is a Buddhist nun experienced in leading mindfulness meditation. You can learn more about Phuong here and can watch her meditation videos on the library’s YouTube channel here.

Reading to Furry Friends
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:00
Tell a story to a Furry Friend!
Children are invited to practice reading to gentle, trained assistance dogs who love books! The main objective of this program is to provide a relaxed and “dog-friendly” atmosphere, which allows students to practice the skill of reading. By sitting down next to a dog and reading to the dog, all threats of being judged are put aside: the child relaxes, pats the attentive dog, and focuses on the reading. This program occurs on the 1st Saturday of each month.
Please do not bring your own personal dogs, pets, or service animals.
Free. No registration required.

This program is presented by: Furry Friends Pet Assisted Therapy Services
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Board Games
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:00
Join us every Saturday at 1:00 pm at Joyce Ellington Branch to play fun board games! We have a large selection to choose from, including new games and classic games that children of all ages can enjoy.
No Registration Required.

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Monthly Reading to Children with Bria
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:00
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.
This is a once a month Reading to Children event! Hear the special voice talents of Ms. Bria!!!
Reading to Children will take place in the 2nd Floor Picture Book Area.
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Saturday Fun: Arts, Crafts, and More
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:00
Ready to celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival? Come to the Hillview Library and create a cute lantern.
Join us for a Free Fun filled Art, Crafts & More Program! All supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome and no registration is required.
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CENTRAL: How to Build Unshakeable Products and Services with the Product Value Blueprint (10/04/2025 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM)
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:30
Registration is required. Please pre-register for this event by using this link: https://www.score.org/siliconvalley/event/how-build-unshakeable-products-and-services-product-value-blueprint-8
Join us for an exclusive in person workshop to…

Stoic Book Club - Hybrid
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:30
Explore how one can achieve their dreams through a transformative journey, drawing on the profound lessons gained from a challenging pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago in Spain. We will read and discuss the following books over the next six months:
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint Expuery
The Prophet by Kalilil Gilbran
Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse
Hiroshima by John Hersey
The Enchiridion by Epictetus
Grit & Gratitude by Adnan Alam
Free. Registration is required.
Zoom attendance will be available in addition to in-person attendance. The Zoom link will be sent to those registered on the Thursday prior to the event.

Medicare Mysteries Solved!
2025-10-04 13:00 - 15:00
Are you getting ready to apply for Medicare and are confused by the different plans to choose from? Join Sandra Karol, MS, RDMS, RVT, for a monthly workshop and learn more about the different plans that will work best for you and your family.
Please register directly with Sandy at isail2@earthlink.net. Attendee limit is 10 people per session.

Tech Mentor
2025-10-04 13:00 - 15:00
Need help printing or using Word and Excel? Want to set up an email account? Need ideas on tech security? Questions on accessing SJPL eResources? From the basics to somewhat beyond, volunteer tech mentors are here to help with thoughtful advice and problem-solving. We will do our best to assist you with your tech dilemmas.
Free. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance.
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2025 Youth Essay Writing Contest
2025-10-04 13:00 - 16:45
Calling all young writers! The Milpitas Youth Essay Writing Contest 2025 is happening on Saturday, October 4, from 1-4:45 p.m. at the Milpitas Library. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top winners! Before registering, be sure to carefully review all contest requirements to ensure eligibility. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to showcase your voice, creativity, and ideas. We can’t wait to read your essays!
For more information or to register go to: bit.ly/milpitas-essay25
Essays will be written at the time of the event. Pre-written essays will not be accepted. Essays must be hand written. No computers or tablets are allowed.
Supplies provided: – one piece of draft paper – pencil with eraser – lined paper for final essay
Length of Essay – one page, double-sided. Topic to be given at the time of the contest. Youth participants must either attend school in Milpitas or live in Milpitas to participate.
Essay writing from approximately 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Winners announced at approximately 4:30 p.m.
Division 1: Grades 4-6
Division 2: Grades 7-8
Division 3: Grades 9-12
Please Note: Participants must be in one of the grade divisions for the 2025-2026 school year.
Contest is limited to 50 entrants per division. If the division is full, please join the waitlist. The waitlist will close on October 2.
For more information about the contest, contact John Macon at jmacon@milpitas.gov.
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

Reading Buddies with Chloe
2025-10-04 13:30 - 15:00
Children in grades K-5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Chloe on Saturdays.
Our Reading Buddy will listen to children and help them build confidence in their ability to read. They will ask questions about the books being read to encourage reading comprehension.
Children will enjoy one-on-one interaction with Chloe who has been trained to create a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers.
Availability of Reading Buddies is on a first come, first served basis.

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Reading Buddies with Srushti
2025-10-04 13:30 - 15:00
Children in grades K-5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Srushti on Saturdays.
Our Reading Buddy will listen to children and help them build confidence in their ability to read. They will ask questions about the books being read to encourage reading comprehension.
Children will enjoy one-on-one interaction with Srushti who has been trained to create a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers.
Availability of Reading Buddies is on a first come, first served basis.

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Sang Matiz: Afro-Latin Concert in the Park
2025-10-04 14:00 - 15:00
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025 Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Presenter: Sang Matiz Location: Pioneer Park
Enjoy a vibrant afternoon concert in Pioneer Park as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Sang Matiz! Fusing World and Afro-Latin beats with tropical grooves, funk, and flamenco-inspired guitar, this Bay Area band creates an irresistible sound that radiates passion, energy, and creativity.
Please bring your own chairs and blankets.

This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.

¡Celebración at the Library! Featuring Singer & Guitarist Diana Gameros / ¡Celebración en la Biblioteca! con Cantante y Guitarrista
2025-10-04 14:00 - 15:00
Singer & Guitarist Diana Gameros performs a unique selection of songs from the Latin American and Mexican tradition that celebrate nature, family, home, and love.
Bringing these themes to life is Diana Gameros, a singer, songwriter, and composer whose personal story echoes the essence of her music. Born and raised in Juárez, México, Diana immigrated to the United States as a teenager. Over the past decade in the Bay Area, she has released two albums of original songs written in both Spanish and English. Her work has been featured on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series and profiled in a 2020 documentary film by KQED. Through evocative storytelling centered on family, migration, and belonging, Diana has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Joan Baez, Natalia Lafourcade, and the San Francisco Symphony. In 2023, she received a Music Award Grant from the Gerbode Foundation to record a new album at Women’s Audio Mission studio in San Francisco, set for release in 2025.
This program is part of the Santa Clara County Library District’s Hispanic Heritage Month.
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.
