SplitBunch Events

Toddler Storytime @ Hillsdale Branch
2025-12-01 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Date: Monday, December 1, 2025 Time: 10:30am – 11:00am Location: Hillsdale Library- Programming Space
*Toddler Storytime begins at 10:30 AM—before the library officially opens! Please note the library will open to everyone at 11:00 AM*.
Join us and get up and get moving with your toddler! Full of books, songs and tons of fun designed to help develop your child's language and motor skills.
This program is intended for children ages 18 months-3 years old. Adults must be accompanied by a child.
Per the County Fire Marshal’s latest inspection, storytime at the Hillsdale Branch is limited to 35 people. To ensure space, only one adult per child may attend.

Move and Groove Storytime
2025-12-01 10:15 - 11:30
Date: Monday, December 1, 2025 Time: 10:15am – 11:30am Location: Oak Room Patio, Main Library 1st Floor
Move and Groove Storytime has two sessions: 10:15 am and 11:00 am.
Families who cannot attend the 10:15 storytime are encouraged to stay for the 11:00.
Dance your wiggles away in this interactive storytime. Creative movement set to songs and stories for children 18 months+ and caregivers.
Adults must be accompanied by a child. Registration not required.

Senior Nutrition and Enrichment Programs
2025-12-01 10:00 - 14:00
This is a Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services program held at the Alviso Branch Library for adults 50+.
Activities including fitness, games, and crafts are from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Lunches are served Tuesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for in person dining.
To Register for these programs, please go to sjregistration.com.Any questions regarding registration, please reach out to Kaylee Navarro at 408-829-9855 or kaylee.navarro@sanjoseca.gov
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ESL Conversation Class || ESL clase de conversación
2025-12-01 10:00 - 13:00
This class will teach students English phrases and common practices used in everyday life situations. Students will meet twice a week for 1-2 hours each day depending on placement level. Class will consist of lecture, listening exercises and class participation.
Free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Cannot join the program without being assessed first. Assessments will take place once a month. Someone will contact you with more information.
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Esta clase enseñará a los estudiantes frases en inglés y prácticas comunes que se usan en situaciones de la vida cotidiana. Los estudiantes se reunirán dos veces por semana durante 1-2 horas cada día dependiendo del nivel. La clase consistirá en una lección, ejercicios de comprensión auditiva y participación en clase.
Gratis. SE REQUIERE INSCRIPCIÓN. No se puede ingresar al programa sin una evaluación previa. Las evaluaciones se realizarán una vez al mes. Alguien se pondrá en contacto con usted para brindarle más información.

Tech Mentor
2025-12-01 10:00 - 12:00
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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Multi-Level ESL Class Session
2025-12-01 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. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students.
Registration is closed.
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.

Spice Up Your Life Kit / Kit de especias
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2025-12-31 00:00
Stop by Gilroy Library’s upstairs Information Desk and ask for a Spice Up Your Life Kit!
Cumin is part of the parsley family. It can be added to cheese, breads, curry, and chili powder. It originates from Central Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean. Heat brings out the flavor of this spice. When added in the beginning of the recipe, the flavor profile will be more earthy, with a hint of citrus. Adding it after the ingredients have heated up changes the flavor profile to herbal.
The kit contains a sample of the spice, a few tasty recipes, and book recommendations! Be sure to pick one up while supplies last. For ages 13+
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¡Pasa por el mostrador de información de la planta superior de la Biblioteca Gilroy y pide un Kit para Darle Sabor a tu Vida!
El comino pertenece a la familia del perejil. Se puede añadir al queso, al pan, al curry y al chile en polvo. Es originario de Asia Central y del Mediterráneo Oriental. El picante realza su sabor. Al añadirlo al principio de la receta, el perfil de sabor será más terroso, con un toque cítrico. Si se añade después de que los ingredientes se hayan calentado, el perfil de sabor se vuelve herbal.
¡El kit incluye una muestra de la especia, algunas recetas deliciosas y recomendaciones de libros! ¡No te lo pierdas! Para mayores de 13 años.

Art Brings Us Together Exhibit
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2025-12-30 00:00
Drawn2Art’s “Art Brings Us Together” exhibit will be on display at the Los Altos Library for the month of December.
The pieces for this exhibit are from our 20th Anniversary Art Show and are all original artwork from our students. It’s truly a gift to see their progress and we celebrate all their hard work.

Write a Letter to Santa
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2025-12-25 00:00
What do you wish to receive this holiday? Would you like to write a letter to Santa to let him know what you want? Join us for a fun program of writing and sending a letter to Santa. Children will learn how to write a letter and express their wishes. For children 6+.
Children are invited to write a letter to Santa starting on December 1st at the Mt Pleasant Library. Paper, envelopes, and a mailbox will be available for children to write and mail letters.
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Letters to Santa
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2025-12-23 00:00
Write a letter to Santa Clause in the North Pole. Special Santa stationary, envelopes, and color your own stamps are available in the Children’s Room. Be sure to remember to add Santa’s address and a stamp to the envelope of your letter and then put it in the Santa mailbox.
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Write a Letter to Santa
2025-12-01 00:00
What do you wish to receive this holiday? Would you like to write a letter to Santa to let him know what you want? Join us for a fun program of writing and sending a letter to Santa. Children will learn how to write a letter and express their wishes. For children 6+.
Children are invited to write a letter to Santa through Dec 1-23 at Hillview. Paper, pencils, and a mailbox will be available for children to write and mail letters.
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Winter Reading Scavenger Hunt
2025-12-01 00:00
Oh no, the gingerbread has escaped the oven at Biblioteca Latinoamericana! Now they’re hiding out in our bookshelves. Can you help us find them all? If you do you win a prize!
This program is for all ages, younger children may need the assistance of friends and family.
Free. No registration is required.
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Búsqueda del Tesoro de Lectura Invernal¡Oh no! El pan de jengibre se ha escapado del horno en la Biblioteca Latinoamericana. Ahora están escondidos entre nuestros estantes de libros. ¿Puedes ayudarnos a encontrarlos todos? ¡Si lo logras, ganarás un premio!
Este programa es para todas las edades; los niños pequeños pueden necesitar la ayuda de amigos o familiares.
Gratis. No se requiere inscripción.
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1:1 Tech Mentor / Giáo Viên Máy Tính
2025-12-01 00:00
Free. By appointment only.
Offered in-person or virtually via Zoom, in English, Español, or Tiếng Việt.
Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!
What We Do:

Intro to computer basics
Account or device setup
Intro to Microsoft Office
Job search & resume help
Navigating/organizing email
And more!

Contact Tiffany Lam by phone (408) 808-3056 or email at tiffany.lam@sjlibrary.org to make an appointment.
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