SplitBunch Events

Drop In Tech Help
2025-08-12 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm Presenter: Francisco Location: Technology Lab
Do you have questions about your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Join us for Drop-in Tech help, no appointment is needed. First come first serve basis. We meet in the 2nd floor Tech Lab and a clipboard for singing-up is at the 2nd floor reference desk starting at 2:30PM.

Hearing Life - Tabling
2025-08-12 14:30 - 16:30
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Time: 2:30pm – 4:30pm Location: Lobby
Are you or a loved one concerned about hearing health?
Hearing Life will be tabling in the library's lobby during this time.
Come stop by to say hi, and learn more!
Why HearingLife?
As hearing professionals, we know that hearing care isn't one-size-fits-all. At HearingLife, we provide personalized hearing health to help you hear – and live – life to its fullest.

Checkout our calendar to sign up for a FREE Hearing Test, to be given at the library on Sunday, September 14th, starting at 10am. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Summer Outdoor Storytime
2025-08-12 10:30 - 11:00
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Time: 10:30 am – 11:00 am Location: Pioneer Park
Bring a blanket and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with our Children's Librarians in Pioneer Park. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
All ages welcome, no registration required. All events are weather permitting.

Baby Storytime
2025-08-12 10:15 - 11:30
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Time: 10:15am – 11:30am Location: Oak Room Patio, Main Library 1st Floor
Sing, play, and read to your baby!
Please plan to arrive early to ensure admittance. Arrivals more than 5 minutes late are not guaranteed entrance.
Adults must have at least 1 age-appropriate child attending.
To ensure the quality of the Storytime, only the first 60 attendees will be admitted.
We have two storytimes, at 10:15am and 11:00am. If you don't make the 10:15am storytime please stick around for the next one at 11:00am. Staff will be there to assist you.
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!Canta, juega, y lee con su bebé!
Por favor planee a llegar temprano para asegurarse entrada. Los que llegan más de 5 minutos tarda no estarán garantizados entrada.
Adultos deben de tener por lo menos un niño de edad apropiado en asistencia.
Para asegurar la calidad del hora de cuento, solo los primeros 60 atendientes estarán admitados.
Ofreceremos dos horas de cuentos a las 10:15am y a las 11:00am. Si no puede atender la hora de cuento a las 10:15am, por favor quédese
para la siguiente a las 11:00am. Personal de la biblioteca estarán disponible para ayuda.
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給寶寶唱歌、玩樂和閱讀！
請提前抵達以確保入場。如遲到超過 5 分鐘不保證入場。
成人必須攜帶至少 1 位1歲半以下年齡的兒童參加。
為了確保故事時間的質量，只有前60名參與者才能入場。
我們有兩個故事時間，上午10點15分和11點。 如果你沒有趕上上午10:15的故事時間，請留下來在上午11:00的時段再入場。 工作人員將在那裡協助您。

Behavioral Health Navigators
2025-08-12 10:00 - 15:00
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm Location: Group Study Room
Come speak with a member of the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Navigator team.
Peer Navigators will offer:

Personalized assistance to get help for behavioral health needs
Peer guidance about options for wellness services and support
Knowledgeable information and resources for mental health, substance use, suicide prevention, support groups, and more
Connection to County and community-based resources
Support from Peers with an understanding of local services

Visits are drop in, first come first served.
If Tuesday afternoons don't work for your schedule, you can get help over the phone or in a different location. Learn more at the Navigator website.

Social Stitching
2025-08-11 16:30 - 18:00
Date: Monday, August 11, 2025 Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm Location: Group Study Room
Come join fellow needlework and textile arts enthusiasts at the library! Crafters of all levels are welcome to bring their projects and chat, teach, learn, and make new friends at this casual weekly get together. This group is entirely self-directed and you are encouraged to bring your own tools and materials. If you are looking for some inspiration or don’t know where to start, check out Creativebug– it's free with your library card and offers hundreds of project ideas and instructions.

Paws For Tales
2025-08-11 16:00 - 17:00
Date: Monday, August 11, 2025 Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Location: Book Bubble, Main Library Children’s Area
For kids ages 5 and up. Register to guarantee a ten-minute reading session with a friendly therapy dog! Walk-ins are also welcome.

ESL Conversation Club
2025-08-11 11:00 - 12:00
Date: Monday, August 11, 2025 Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm Presenter: Viviana Cois Location: Teen Room

Join us in-person at the Library for friendly and casual conversations with other English learners! This class is for adults 18+.

Monday Morning Book Club
2025-08-11 11:00 - 12:00
Date: Monday, August 11, 2025 Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm Location: Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. The Monday Morning bookclub meets in the Library Conference Room, and new members are welcome at any time.

Move and Groove Storytime
2025-08-11 10:15 - 11:30
Date: Monday, August 11, 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. Registration not required.

Nature Book Club
2025-08-10 14:00 - 15:00
Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025 Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Conference Room
Nature lovers and science enthusiasts, we invite you to be part of our Nature Book Club! In August, we travel back to the 18th century and explore a scientific rivalry, in Every Living Thing by Jason Roberts. Every two months, we’ll explore nonfiction books about nature and science, and compare notes in a friendly, welcoming discussion.
August's book is Every Living Thing by Jason Roberts
About Every Living Thing:
An epic, extraordinary account of scientific rivalry and obsession in the quest to survey all of life on Earth—a competition “with continued repercussions for Western views of race. [This] vivid double biography is a passionate corrective” (The New York Times Book Review, Editors’ Choice).
“[A] vibrant scientific saga . . . at once important, outrageous, enlightening, entertaining, enduring, and still evolving.”—Dava Sobel, author of Longitude
A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
In the eighteenth century, two men—exact contemporaries and polar opposites—dedicated their lives to the same daunting task: identifying and describing all life on Earth. Carl Linnaeus, a pious Swedish doctor with a huckster’s flair, believed that life belonged in tidy, static categories. Georges-Louis de Buffon, an aristocratic polymath and keeper of France’s royal garden, viewed life as a dynamic swirl of complexities. Each began his task believing it to be difficult but not impossible: How could the planet possibly hold more than a few thousand species—or as many could fit on Noah’s Ark?
Both fell far short of their goal, but in the process they articulated starkly divergent views on nature, the future of the Earth, and humanity itself. Linnaeus gave the world such concepts as mammal, primate, and Homo sapiens, but he also denied that species change and he promulgated racist pseudoscience. Buffon formulated early prototypes of evolution and genetics, warned of global climate change, and argued passionately against prejudice. The clash of their conflicting worldviews continued well after their deaths, as their successors contended for dominance in the emerging science that came to be called biology.
In Every Living Thing, Jason Roberts weaves a sweeping, unforgettable narrative spell, exploring the intertwined lives and legacies of Linnaeus and Buffon—as well as the groundbreaking, often fatal adventures of their acolytes—to trace an arc of insight and discovery that extends across three centuries into the present day.

Friends of the Library Book Sale
2025-08-10 11:00 - 16:00
Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Presenter: Friends of the Mountain View Public Library Location: Bookmobile Garage

Come to the Friends of the Mountain View Library Book Sale for GREAT BARGAINS!
Proceeds from Book Sales help fund Library Programs and More!

The Book Sale will be in the garage behind the Mountain View Public Library on Mercy St.

Saturday
9:30 am – 10:30am Members-only Sale
10:30 am – 4:00 pm General Public Sale
Sunday
11:00 am – 4:00 pm Fill-a-Bag Sale
For more information about the book sale and how to support the Friends of the Mountain View Library,
click here to visit their website!

Novel-Teas at Morgan Hill
2025-08-10 00:00 - 2025-08-31 00:00
Seeking to infuse your life with a touch of positivi-tea? Beginning August 10th, the Morgan Hill Library invites you to savor a delightful pick-me-up: a curated tea kit featuring the exquisite Chamomile Tea.
Each elegant kit includes:

Two premium tea bags
A beautifully designed brochure showcasing fascinating details about Chamomile Tea
Thoughtfully recommended book pairings
A delectable recipe to complement your tea experience

Kits will be available at the Information Desk for Adults and Teens aged 12+. Supplies are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with one kit per person. Don’t miss this opportunity to steep yourself in a moment of tranquility and taste!
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@sccl.org.

3-D Print Drop In
2025-08-09 12:00 - 14:00
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm Location: Book Bubble
Join us in the Book Bubble from 12 PM- 2 PM for a 3-D Print Drop In session!
Kids can either design their own print in Tinkercad or select a single small item from Thingiverse that can print up within half an hour and we will print it up that day!
This event is first come first served- There is no registration required. Recommended ages are 6-12
Please note: Your child will need to be able to use a computer independently to participate in this program.

Friends of the Library Book Sale
2025-08-09 09:30 - 16:00
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 Time: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm Presenter: Friends of the Mountain View Public Library Location: Bookmobile Garage

Come to the Friends of the Mountain View Library Book Sale for GREAT BARGAINS!
Proceeds from Book Sales help fund Library Programs and More!

The Book Sale will be in the garage behind the Mountain View Public Library on Mercy St.

Saturday
9:30 am – 10:30am Members-only Sale
10:30 am – 4:00 pm General Public Sale
Sunday
11:00 am – 4:00 pm Fill-a-Bag Sale
For more information about the book sale and how to support the Friends of the Mountain View Library,
click here to visit their website!

Teens Super Smash Bros. Tournament
2025-08-07 15:00 - 17:00
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Location: 1st Floor Program Room
Do you have what it takes to be a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate champion? Test your skills against other players and compete in a series of rounds to determine a victor and win a prize. Please register so you can be added to the tournament bracket. If you'd just like to watch, no registration necessary! Devices and controllers are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Please take care to label your controllers so they do not get mixed up with library-provided controllers.
Ages 13-18
There is another tournament for ages 8-12 on June 26th.
Ruleset will be time-based and length determined by number of tournament participants. Items will be ON (medium frequency, no Smash Ball) and FS meter ON (fill up a gauge to reach Final Smash). Spirits will be OFF.
After registering, please send your FIGHTER CHOICE and PLAYER NAME to annika.koltermann@mountainview.gov before 3pm on August 1 to set up the bracket. Please choose from the main fighter roster of 74; no DLC characters are available but all base characters are unlocked.

Kanzashi Fabric Flower Making
2025-08-06 18:00 - 20:00
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location: 2nd Floor Program Room
Discover the beauty of Kanzashi, the traditional Japanese art of folding fabric into intricate floral designs. In this hands-on workshop, sustainable artists Gigi Farmer and Leila Ghasempor will guide you step-by-step as you create your own unique Kanzashi flowers.
Rooted in eco-conscious creativity and community connection, this workshop blends cultural tradition with modern craft in a welcoming, inspiring setting. No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided.

Pajama Storytime
2025-08-06 17:30 - 18:00
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Time: 5:30pm – 6:00pm Location: Book Bubble, Main Library Children’s Area
Please wear pajamas (parents can too!) to this evening storytime featuring stories, songs, and rhymes. For all ages. Stuffies welcome.
Plan to arrive early to ensure admittance.

Year of Letters: Correspondence edition
2025-08-06 16:30 - 17:30
Let’s get together to write letters and decorate cards. Owe a letter to a penpal or want to write to a friend? We’ll have all the supplies on hand!

Pop-up with Allcove: Rock Painting!
2025-08-06 16:00 - 18:00
Calling all teens! Join local AYA-centered org Allcove as they host a pop-up rock painting workshop in our teen room.

Connect with other teens, be creative, and check out the Teen Zone! See you there!
This workshop is for youth ages 11-18

ESL Conversation Club
2025-08-06 16:00 - 17:00
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Presenter: Staff Adult Location: 1st Floor Program Room
Are you learning or improving your spoken English? Come practice with us! We are offering this as a hybrid program. We will meet in person at the first floor program room. Can't make it in person? We will also provide a Zoom link.
Casual conversation and friendly company. Everyone is welcome.

Family Craft: Pinwheels
2025-08-06 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for a fun craft where you get to make your very own colorful pinwheel! Pick your favorite colors, decorate it your way, and watch it spin in the summer breeze! All materials will be provided.
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 doesn’t guarantee a spot, it is recommended if you’d like a reminder about the event.

Kids Knitting (Ages 7+)
2025-08-06 15:00 - 16:00
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm Location: Children’s Room
For ages 7+ only: Join Librarian Robert in the Children's Room and learn to knit! Learn the basic skills to get started on a simple project and practice your stitching.

Learn English: Online Conversation Group
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00
Our ESL (English as a Second Language) / Learn English conversation group program is a friendly and informal environment for adults (18 years old and older) to practice speaking and listening in English. It is designed for English learners who enjoy meeting friends from various ethnic backgrounds and learning conversational English in a casual setting.

Registration is required for *each* online session. You must include your email address and please make sure it is entered correctly.
Please register before 12 pm (Pacific Time) the day before to receive information needed to join.
Attendees will receive an email with the Zoom link and topic handout the evening before the event.
The session starts promptly at 11 am (Pacific Time) and attendees participate in small groups with trained volunteer tutors.

This week’s topic: Computers and artificial intelligence (AI)

Baby Storytime
2025-08-06 10:30 - 11:15
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Time: 10:30 am – 11:15 am Location: 1st Floor Program Room
A musical storytime for infants, babies, and new toddlers with books, baby bounces, and dancing! After storytime, we will host a brief Stay & Play for grownups to connect and mingle. This program is designed for ages 0-18 months.
Assisted Listening Devices available upon request.

Storytime in the Park
2025-08-06 10:30 - 11:00
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Time: 10:30am – 11:00am Location:
For all ages! Join us every Wed at 10:30am from Jun 4 through Aug 27 (except for Jul 2)!
Get up and get moving at our Storytime at Beresford Park! Full of books, songs and fun activities designed to help develop your child's language and motor skills. Beresford Park is located at 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas in San Mateo.

Mindfulness Meditation (Online)
2025-08-05 19:00 - 20:00
Mindfulness meditation is a wonderful way to develop clarity, discipline, and perspective as well as improve your mental and physical health. Join online sessions with Phuong Pham, a Buddhist nun experienced in the practice of meditation. Each session is 45 minutes of meditating together followed by 15 minutes of group sharing and Q&A led by Phuong. The group sharing and Q&A is a valuable part of the process, so participants can reflect on the meditation session together and build community. It is open to all levels of experience.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Please make sure your email address is entered correctly. To minimize interruptions, participants must arrive no later than 7:15 pm to be admitted. Participants must register separately for each week they would like to join.
You can learn more about Phuong here and can watch her meditation videos here.

Pop and Go Puppets!
2025-08-05 17:30 - 18:30
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm Location: Oak Room Patio, Main Library 1st Floor
Join us for a magical storytelling adventure as puppets take center stage at the library! This delightful children's puppet show will bring laughter, wonder, and imagination to life through colorful characters, lively performances, and plenty of audience giggles.

LEGO Tuesdays!
2025-08-05 16:00 - 17:00
We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation!
In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because children engage in problem solving, teamwork, self-confidence, and creativity!

Pop and Go Puppets!
2025-08-05 15:30 - 16:30
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Location: Hillsdale Library- Programming Space
Join us for a magical storytelling adventure as puppets take center stage at the library! This delightful children's puppet show will bring laughter, wonder, and imagination to life through colorful characters, lively performances, and plenty of audience giggles.
