Teen Unity Through Arts & Crafts
2025-09-03 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us to work on art projects together. All supplies will be provided. Completed projects will be gifted to different groups in the community. Earn community service hours for school. Enjoy snacks and make new friends. No registration needed.
Presented by local nonprofit New Hope for Youth, dedicated to serving and reaching out to young individuals facing adversity and those at risk, along with their families and the community.

Maker Lab
2025-09-03 16:00 - 18:00
Join us in this monthly workshop to learn about 3D printing and Cricut machine. Available devices include Cricut Maker 3, Cricut Press, and a Creality 3D Printer. A limited selection of supplies for these machines will be available, but you’re welcome to bring your own supplies and digital design files.
No registration required.
ADA Accommodation Requests

One-On-One Tech Help
2025-09-03 16:00 - 18:00
Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Stop by the Santa Teresa Branch Library for a session with our experienced volunteer! They can assist you with basic tech issues, such as:

Setting up an email account, composing & sending emails, using email attachments
Web searches and basic data entry
Learning the basics of Microsoft Word and Excel and web-based productivity software such as Google docs
Using the library’s pay-for-print and photocopy machines
Downloading apps on your phone or tablet
And much more!

You are welcome to bring your own device, such as a laptop, phone or tablet, or you can use one of our computers.
Free, No Registration Required
ADA Accommodation Requests

(Virtual) Lawyers in the Library
2025-09-03 16:00 - 18:00
King Library’s “Lawyers in the Library” connects you with an attorney for a FREE 20 minute legal advice appointment.
Select the REGISTER ONLINE link to make an online appointment. A volunteer attorney gives you a call between 4:00 – 6:00 PM on the appointment date.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to high demand, only one appointment is allowed per customer each quarter.Who Are the Lawyers?
Attorneys from the Pro Bono Project have generously donated their time to make Lawyers in the Library happen.
Here are other options for legal assistance.
ADA Accommodation Requests.

Wednesday Afternoon Meditation and Mindfulness
2025-09-03 16:30 - 17:00
Join us for our meditation and mindfulness class series at 4:30 PM on Wednesday afternoons.
Please note there will be no sessions on July 16 and July 23rd.
Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. This class will take place in Community Room 201A
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.

Year of Letters: Celebrate Connection Through Greeting Cards
2025-09-03 16:30 - 17:30
Join us at the library for Year of Letters, a heartwarming program where people come together to create and send greeting cards! Whether you want to brighten someone’s day, share a special message, or simply enjoy the art of card making, this is the perfect space to express yourself. Come craft beautiful, handmade cards, meet fellow card makers, and celebrate the timeless joy of thoughtful communication. No experience needed, we’ll have all the supplies on hand, just bring your creativity and a warm heart! Drop by and be part of a year filled with kindness, connection, and handwritten love. Let’s make every letter count!

AstroPIC: Integrated Photonics for Exoplanet Imaging
2025-09-03 18:30 - 19:30
Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Presenter: Dr. Rachel Morgan Location: 1st Floor Program Room
Seating is limited. Registration is recommended. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Join us for a fascinating talk with Dr. Rachel Morgan, Optical Scientist at NASA Ames Research Center and the SETI Institute. She will share how new coronagraph technology could make it possible to directly image distant Earth-like exoplanets.
Direct imaging of Earth-like exoplanets is critical to the search for extraterrestrial life. Capturing the light from Exo-Earths is challenging because an Earth-like planet is 10 billion times dimmer than its host star, meaning that extremely precise and complex optical systems called coronagraphs are required to block out the starlight while preserving the planet signal. The AstroPIC project is applying a new type of optical technology to tackle this challenge by using a programmable photonic integrated circuit to separate the starlight from the planet light with an instrument that promises to be orders of magnitude smaller and more resilient to telescope errors than traditional coronagraph designs.
This talk will discuss the design and experimental results from the first prototype of the AstroPIC coronagraph at NASA Ames Research Center, which has recently demonstrated record-breaking on-chip contrast ratios of over 90 dB.
About the Presenter: Dr. Rachel Morgan is an Optical Scientist at NASA Ames Research Center/SETI Institute. She works with the Exoplanet Technology Group on applying integrated photonics technology to astronomy instruments. She holds a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from MIT (2023) where she researched small satellite optical payloads and integrated photonics device design. Outside of research, she enjoys playing the saxophone and maintaining a very long Duolingo streak!
A Sci-Fi September Event

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

Kanzashi Fabric Workshop
2025-09-03 18:30 - 20:30
In this hands-on workshop, sustainable artists Gigi Farmer and Leila Ghasempor will guide participants in creating their own unique Kanzashi fabric flowers. Their passion for community-centered creativity shines through their work, fostering connection, inspiration, and eco-conscious art-making.
All materials will be provided. Program is designed for adults and teens. No registration is required. Seating will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.
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.

ESL Class Session / Clases de inglés
2025-09-03 18:30 - 20:30
Santa Clara County Library District residents are eligible to register for this in-person ESL class led by a professional ESL instructor. This class session is for beginners. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. Space is limited so registration is recommended.
Classes are Monday and Wednesday evenings 6:30pm – 8:30pm from August 25 through November 19. There will be no class on September 1 or October 13. You should plan to attend the entire class session. This class will take place in-person at the Gilroy Library and is for adults.
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Los residentes del Distrito de Bibliotecas del Condado de Santa Clara pueden inscribirse en esta clase presencial de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) impartida por un instructor profesional. Esta clase es para principiantes. Únase a nosotros para aprender y mejorar sus habilidades de comprensión auditiva y expresión oral en inglés. El cupo es limitado, por lo que se recomienda inscribirse.
Las clases se imparten los lunes y miércoles por la tarde, de 6:30 pm a 8:30 pm, del 25 de agosto al 19 de noviembre. No habrá clases el 1 de septiembre ni el 13 de octubre. Le recomendamos asistir a toda la clase. Esta clase se impartirá presencialmente en la Biblioteca de Gilroy y es para adultos.

Bedtime Storytime
2025-09-03 19:00 - 19:30
Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together.
Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
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.

After Dinner Book Club: Las Madres
2025-09-03 19:00 - 20:00
Join the Morgan Hill Library in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month the 1st Wednesday of September at 7pm for our After Dinner Book Club. Be ready for a fun and lively discussion!

Place a copy of Las Madres by Esmeralda Santiago on hold or stop by the Morgan Hill Library After Dinner Book Club display.
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.

Magical Bridge Storytime
2025-09-04 10:15 - 10:45
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025 Time: 10:15 am – 10:45 am Location: Offsite
Stop by the Bookmobile for stories, songs, and rhymes in the heart of Rengstorff Park! Enjoy a fun-filled storytime at the Magical Bridge Playground, and take advantage of full library services available from 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Events are weather permitting.
Find us at 201 S. Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040.

Books and Boogie Storytime/ Hora de Cuentos
2025-09-04 10:30 - 11:00
Join us at the Gilroy Library on Thursday mornings for Books and Boogie storytime with Librarian Rosa!Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy engaging stories, playful rhymes, lively fingerplays, and music and movement activities that nurture early literacy skills. After storytime, stay and explore our brand-new Play Space area during “Stay and Play” time.****Únase a nosotros en la Biblioteca de Gilroy los jueves por la mañana para una hora de cuentos, donde compartiremos historias divertidas, rimas, canciones y baile con la bibliotecaria Rosa.Estas actividades están diseñadas para ayudar a desarrollar las habilidades tempranas de lectura en los niños. Después, quédese para disfrutar de nuestra nueva área de juegos.

Storytime for Babies at Cupertino Library
2025-09-04 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for Storytime for Babies in our first floor program room! This storytime series is suitable for children ages 0 to 1 and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, and more, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and babies will listen together, learn together, and play together.
This storytime is for pre-walkers and is limited to the first 30 babies, with a maximum of 2 adults per family group. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
*** Beginning 9/4-10/16: Due to construction Storytime for Babies will not feature the stay and play component. We look forward to resuming stay and play on Thursday 10/23! Thank you for your patience.***
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.

Hora de Cuentos en Español
2025-09-04 11:00 - 11:30
Los invitamos a participar junto a la señorita Juliana para la hora de cuentos familiares en español en la biblioteca de College Terrace.
La hora del cuento incluye una variedad de actividades como cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos. Storytime es una experiencia divertida e interactiva para toda la familia que promueve el placer de leer y aprender para todas las edades. Este programa familiar se ofrece en español y está abierto a todas las personas interesadas en aprender nuevos idiomas.
Por favor traiga sus propias bufandas y maracas. La biblioteca no proporciona útiles compartidos en este momento. Esta hora de cuentos es un programa en el interior/exterior de la biblioteca. El uso del espacio exterior depende del clima.
¡Asegúrate de seguirnos en YouTube para ver más historias, canciones y rimas, incluyendo una lista de reproducción de todas nuestras canciones favoritas para cantar
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Join Señorita Juliana for Family Storytime en Español at College Terrace Library.
Storytime includes a variety of early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, and movements. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This family-friendly program is hosted in Spanish and open to all including native speakers and those interested in learning new languages.
Please bring your own scarves and shakers. The library is not providing shared supplies at this time. This storytime is an indoor/outdoor program. Use of outdoor space is weather dependent.
Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!

Wonderful Ones Storytime
2025-09-04 11:00 - 11:30
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025 Time: 11:00am – 11:30am Presenter: Jenn Laredo Location: Children’s Room
Join us for Wonderful Ones Storytime in the Children's Room every Thursday at 11 am! We will sing, move, and read together as we work on developing our early literacy skills while also building community connections. This program is specifically intended for the developmental stages of one year olds but concepts can be transferred to similar ages.

Spanish Storytime
2025-09-04 11:00 - 11:30
Join us for fun stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs in Spanish!
Please park strollers outside of the Orchard room.
No registration required.
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.

CENTRAL: ESL Conversation Club (09/04/2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
2025-09-04 11:00 - 12:00
Practice your English conversation skills every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.! Build confidence and make friends. All English levels are welcomed!
Additional English resources and programs: sclibrary.org/services/learn-english…

Online English Conversation Club
2025-09-04 11:00 - 12:15
Practice English with an online English Conversation Club session! Meet new friends and learn English together. Registration is required for each session.You will receive a Zoom link after registration and before each session.
If you are not familiar with Zoom, please review these resources:
Getting Started with Zoom
Zoom technical requirements
Check out our complete schedule of English Conversation Club sessions.
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.

Drop-in Tech Help
2025-09-04 11:00 - 13:00
Do you need assistance using your laptop, tablet, or cell phone? Have a question about technology? We can help you with one-on-one instruction. Please be aware that space and time are limited, and help is given on a first come, first serve basis.

Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Board Meeting
2025-09-04 12:00 - 13:00
The Santa Clara County Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Board meets minimally four times each year in the months of January, April, June and October. For information about the meetings, agendas, and packets, please visit: https://sccld.org/jpa/

CENTRAL: Genealogy Consultant Desk (09/04/2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
2025-09-04 13:00 - 15:00
The Santa Clara County Historical & Genealogical Society (SCCHGS) provides free genealogy consulting in the Heritage Pavilion (2nd floor) at the Central Park Library. Come and see one of our experts with your genealogy questions!

Knitting and Crochet Weekly Meetup / Tejido Semanal
2025-09-04 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for an informal weekly drop-in knitting and crochet circle. Bring your projects, ask questions, receive help, share ideas, and meet new people! We meet upstairs in Quiet Study B.——————–Únase a nosotros para un círculo semanal informal de tejido y crochet. ¡Trae tus proyectos, haz preguntas, recibe ayuda, comparte ideas y conoce gente nueva! Nos reunimos arriba en Quiet Study B.

ESL Conversation Club
2025-09-04 13:30 - 15:00
Practice speaking English in an informal and supportive group; make new friends too! No registration is required, and you do not need to attend every week. Basic English knowledge recommended.
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.

Teen Friendship Bracelets
2025-09-04 15:00 - 16:00
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025 Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm Location: Teen Room
Join Library staff in the Teen Room for Friendship Bracelets class. Enjoy a range of different materials and charms to make some lovely accessories.

Snack Break-Free Snacks for Kids!/¡Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!
2025-09-04 15:00 - 16:00
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 and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela!

Lunes – viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas.
Para niños de 18 años y menores.
Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA.
De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de MHUSD.

Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA

De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

CENTRAL: TRUST at the Library - Trusted Response Urgent Support Team (09/04/2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
2025-09-04 15:00 - 17:00
The Santa Clara City library is partnering with TRUST and hosting them monthly at Central Park Library and Mission Branch Library. During these visits, the TRUST team will provide information about their services and resources to our community…

Let's Create Sci-Fi
2025-09-04 15:00 - 17:00
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025 Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Location: 1st Floor Program Room

Drop in for an afternoon of art and crafts that is self-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. This program is for children ages 5 and up.

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

LOCATION CHANGE: Line Dancing with Sandy and Kent
2025-09-04 15:30 - 16:30
**Due to expected hot weather, the September 4 line dancing class will take place indoors in the El Palo Alto Room at the Mitchell Community Center (next door to the Library).**
Join Sandy and Kent for a family-friendly line dancing class! Exercise your brain and body and enhance your balance while dancing to a variety of international music. No partner needed and beginners welcome! You are welcome to practice before and after by checking out their special playlist for this class.
Sandy and Kent have taught line dancing throughout the Bay Area for ten years. Learn more about them on their YouTube channel.
Registration is not required. If you register, you will get an email reminder for the program including a link to the class playlist to practice.

Homework Help for Grades K-6
2025-09-04 16:00 - 17:30
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome as spaces allows. Basic school supplies will be provided.

Please note: As a parent or caregiver, it is mandatory to stay in the Courtyard while your child participates in the program.

Homework Help will not be held on the following dates: ‘

October 13
November 3
November 11
November 24 – November 28
December 22 – January 5
January 19
February 16 to February 20
March 30
April 13 to April 17
May 25

Are you interested in volunteering for Homework Help? Please visit our volunteer page to find out how to be a Homework Help volunteer.
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
