BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SplitBunch Events - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SplitBunch Events X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://events.splitbunch.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SplitBunch Events REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T175504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T185408Z UID:4964-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Bilingual Family Storytime/ Hora de Cuentos & Stay and Play DESCRIPTION:Bilingual Family storytime is geared for a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories\, rhymes\, fingerplays\, and movement activities. After Storytime concludes\, families are invited to Stay & Play! For 30 minutes after storytime\, special\, age-appropriate toys will be available to keep the fun going. \n\nStorytime 11:00 – 11:30 am\nStay & Play 11:30 – 12:00 pm\n\nFree. No registration is required. \nCuentos en familia está diseñado para una variedad de edades e invita a todo la familia para participar en actividades de alfabetazión temprana\, como cuentos\, juegos con los dedos y actividades de movimiento. Después de que concluya la hora del cuento\, ¡las familias están invitadas a quedarse y jugar! Por 30 minutos después de la hora del cuento\, habrán juguetes especiales y apropiados para la edad disponible para mantener la diversión. \n\nHora de cuentos 11:00 – 11:30 am\nStay & Play 11:30 – 12:00 pm\n\nGratis. No es necesario registrarse. \nAccommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/bilingual-family-storytime-hora-de-cuentos-stay-and-play/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T185409Z UID:4972-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:My First Book Club DESCRIPTION:My First Book Club was created to help caregivers and children bond over books and reading and to foster early literacy skills. Caregivers will learn the theory and mechanics of a successful reading session while having fun sharing stories with their children and participating in various educational activities. Every participating child will receive a free book (while supplies last).  \n*Suitable for children 6 months and older and their caregivers.*  \nFree. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/my-first-book-club/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T185409Z UID:4973-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Family Storytime DESCRIPTION:Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories\, songs\, rhymes\, fingerplays\, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! \nFree\, with limited capacity. \n\nSeating for Storytime is available on a first-come\, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk when the Library opens.  \nA second Storytime will be provided at 11:30 a.m.\, if necessary.  This storytime is also first-come\, first-served\, with a limited amount of tickets available\, once the 11:00 a.m. Storytime has reached capacity.\nIt is strongly recommended that everyone (ages 2+) wear a mask for indoor programming.\n\nThis program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. \nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/family-storytime-31/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T195729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195729Z UID:5008-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-2/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T205155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205155Z UID:5017-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-3/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T215323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T215323Z UID:5057-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-4/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T225116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T225116Z UID:5061-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-5/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T235313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T235313Z UID:5090-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-6/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T005133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T005133Z UID:5120-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-7/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T015126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T015126Z UID:5137-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-8/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T025121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T025121Z UID:5186-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-9/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T035126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T035126Z UID:5194-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-10/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T045143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T045143Z UID:5211-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-11/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T055126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T055126Z UID:5220-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-12/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251003T065121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T065121Z UID:5223-1759402800-1759406400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online \nRegistration is required. Click this link to attend the virtual event. \nJoin us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history\, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural\, social\, and political character of the United States. \nThe stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood\, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide\, created by the National Museum of the American Latino\, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States\, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. \nFeaturing beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix\, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story! \nRegister today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América! \nNot able to attend live? You can access the recording for this event and all Online Author Series events on our website shortly after they conclude. \nAbout the Presenters: \nAdrián Aldaba\, a Chicago native\, is the national programs manager for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. In this capacity\, he serves audiences of all ages by bringing the Latino Museum’s programs and content to communities where they live and thrive outside of the Washington\, D.C. area. He does this through the museum’s national leadership\, family\, and public programs for adults and intergenerational audiences. He also supports national K-12 efforts facilitating teacher workshops connecting the museum’s literacy initiatives and resources to educators across the nation. Aldaba co-authored Strategies for Engaging and Representing Latinos in Museums\, a free resource released by the American Alliance of Museums Latino Network. Aldaba joined the Smithsonian more than a decade ago after working as a research assistant for the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University. He earned his A.B. cum laude in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard College. \nEmily Key is the assistant director of Learning and Public Engagement at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino where she developed the museum’s learning continuum and education vision centered on creating opportunities for visitors to experience\, learn\, reflect\, and transform by sparking curiosity and encouraging life-long learning. Key oversees national bilingual programming\, community engagement\, K-12 aligned educator resources\, publications\, and the Young Ambassadors Program\, a nationally recognized youth leadership program.Key is also responsible for the creation of the General Motors Learning Lounge and its correlative educational programming for the museum’s Molina Family Latino Gallery that opened in June 2022. Prior to the museum\, she led education efforts for the Smithsonian Latino Center and worked in the education department of the National Air and Space Museum. Key holds a graduate certificate in arts and culture strategy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the George Washington University. \n \nThis event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Mountain View Library.  URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/nuestra-america-stories-of-30-inspiring-latinas-latinos-who-have-shaped-the-united-states-with-smithsonian-educators-13/ CATEGORIES:Mountain View Public Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T121500 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251001T215219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T185414Z UID:4704-1759402800-1759407300@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Online English Conversation Club DESCRIPTION: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. \nIf you are not familiar with Zoom\, please review these resources: \nGetting Started with Zoom \nZoom technical requirements \nCheck out our complete schedule of English Conversation Club sessions. \nFor 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. URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/online-english-conversation-club-10/ CATEGORIES:Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251001T195113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195742Z UID:4641-1759402800-1759410000@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:ESL Class Session DESCRIPTION:Santa Clara County Library District residents 18 years and older are eligible to register for this ESL class led by a professional ESL instructor. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. \nClasses are Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 10/2-12/11. You must be able to attend the entire class session. Space is limited. Registration for a placement test is required. \nFor 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. URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/esl-class-session/ CATEGORIES:Los Altos Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T000250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195742Z UID:4738-1759402800-1759410000@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Drop-in Tech Help DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/drop-in-tech-help-19/ CATEGORIES:Saratoga Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T114500 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T000251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T175509Z UID:4739-1759403700-1759405500@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled storytime featuring stories\, songs\, rhymes\, and lots of interactive movement! This early literacy storytime is designed for children 3-4 yrs old and their caregivers. \n \n \nFor 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. URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/preschool-storytime-3/ CATEGORIES:Morgan Hill Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195715Z UID:4974-1759406400-1759410000@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:ELL Grammar & Vocabulary Club DESCRIPTION:Do you want to build your English-language skills and your confidence? \nThe English Language Learner (ELL) Vocabulary and Grammar Club is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners to learn and practice their English. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their grammar skills\, expand their English vocabulary and more. Suggested for high beginner or intermediate English language Learners. \nThe ELL Grammar and Vocabulary Club meets weekly at the library in the library’s Community Room with a trained facilitator. \nVineland’s English Learning series: \n\nELL Beginning English: A beginner program for learners with limited English skills; approximately levels 1-2 \nELL Grammar and Vocabulary Club: An intermediate program for learners that know some English but want to learn more/complex English; approximately levels 2-3 \nELL Conversation Club: An advanced program for learners to practice speaking and listening while also learning about American culture and idioms; approximately levels 3-4 \n\nFree. No Registration required. \nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/ell-grammar-vocabulary-club/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195715Z UID:4975-1759406400-1759410000@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Asistencia para Búsqueda de Trabajo DESCRIPTION:¿Necesitas ayuda para elaborar tu resume (currículum)? ¿Sabes dónde buscar oportunidades de empleo? ¿Buscas un cambio de carrera? \nReúnete personalmente con el personal de la biblioteca para: \n\nCrear tu resume y carta de presentación\nBuscar oportunidades de empleo en sitios web\nLlenar formas de solicitudes de trabajo (verificación de historial\, Forma W-4\, etc).\nObtener información sobre técnicas de entrevista\nRecibir apoyo en la inscripción del Curso de Manipulación de Alimentos\nPracticar el examen escrito de manejo y más.\n\n \nSe recomienda hacer cita previa\, enviando un correo electrónico a: marcela.guevara@sjlibrary.org \nPara más apoyo en búsqueda de trabajo en inglés\, diríjase a SJPL Works: Career & Business | San Jose Public Library \nSolicitud de Accesibilidad ADA URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/asistencia-para-busqueda-de-trabajo/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T133000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T195715Z UID:4976-1759406400-1759411800@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:*Virtual* Interview & Networking Skills Workshop DESCRIPTION:*This is a FREE webinar* \nIn this dual focused workshop\, a SJPL Works Business Librarian help you learn interview and networking skills. Interviewing can be very high stress and nerve-racking experience. Come learn how to successfully prepare for an interview to land your next position. When it comes to job searching\, 80% of the US population gets their job through someone they know\, this workshop will discuss how to successfully market yourself as a solution to their problem. \nRegistration is required. Please register here. \nParticipants will receive Zoom link after registration is completed. \neNewsletter Signup: \nGet the inside scoop on business and career resources at SJPL. Sign-up today for our monthly eNewsletter\, highlighting the latest programs\, eResources and services available at the San José Public Library. \nADA Accommodation Requests \n#sjplworkscovid19 #sjplworkscareer3 URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/virtual-interview-networking-skills-workshop/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T140000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205216Z UID:4978-1759406400-1759413600@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:One-on-One Job Assistance DESCRIPTION:Need some help with your job search? Drop by for one-on-one job assistance with a SJPL Works Volunteer who can help with filling out job applications online\, updating/creating your resume\, and building computer skills needed for jobs. \nPlease be prepared to share a current resume (if available)\, as well as information about job history\, skills\, and/or education. \nFree. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance. \nADA Accommodation Requests \n \n#sjplworkscareer URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/one-on-one-job-assistance/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T170000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T235309Z UID:4977-1759406400-1759424400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Digital Skills: One-On-One Tech Help for Seniors DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions or need assistance with technology? At the Almaden Branch you can make a 30-minute appointment to assist you with: \n\nLearning to use Libby (formerly Overdrive) to read ebooks and listen to e-audiobooks\nAccessing non-Overdrive eBooks and audiobooks from Boundless\, CloudLibrary\, and Enki\nUsing Hoopla to read\, listen and watch\nAccessing the New York Times and/or the San Jose Mercury News online\nAccessing and searching Consumer Reports\nLearning a new language with Mango\nConnecting to Wi-Fi/hotspots\nUsing Discover & Go to reserve free or reduced tickets to local museums and attractions\nNavigating the SJPL website\nChecking out a 7-day pass to access Great Courses from Libby or Hoopla\nUsing the library’s pay-to-print system\nWalking you through a Digital Skills Building Pathways lesson\nAnd much more!\n\nBY APPOINTMENT ONLY\n\nOne appointment per week per person. For questions\, please call (408) 808-3040 or send an email to ab.sjpl@sjlibrary.org  \nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/digital-skills-one-on-one-tech-help-for-seniors-3/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T153000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T185412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T215318Z UID:4979-1759408200-1759419000@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Seven Trees Overfelt Adult Education ESL Class DESCRIPTION:Free. Registration and placement test required. \nLearn basic reading\, writing\, speaking\, & listening skills with your library for free! \nThis class meets in-person at the Seven Trees Branch Library and is led by a certified English instructor in collaboration with Overfelt Adult Education Center at no cost. \nLevel: Beginning low / Beginning highStarts: August 5\, 2025Ends: December 18\, 2025Meets: Tuesday and ThursdayTime: 12:30 PM – 3:40 PMInstructor: Miriam Sachs Martin \nFor more information:  \n\nCall Overfelt Adult Education Center at (408) 254-8100\nVisit the Seven Trees Branch Library\nEmail Tiffany Lam at tiffany.lam@sjlibrary.org\n\nTiffany có thể trả lời câu hỏi của bạn bằng tiếng Việt.\n\n\nCall the library at (408) 808-3056\n\nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/seven-trees-overfelt-adult-education-esl-class/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T140000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T195716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205216Z UID:4998-1759410000-1759413600@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Bilingual Reading to Children with Leila DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur volunteer\, Ms. Leila\, will read in either Spanish or English\, or both.   \nReading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area. No tickets are necessary. \nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/bilingual-reading-to-children-with-leila/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T150000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20250926T022520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T022520Z UID:3978-1759410000-1759417200@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:CENTRAL: Genealogy Consultant Desk (10/02/2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM) DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/central-genealogy-consultant-desk-10-02-2025-100-pm-300-pm/ CATEGORIES:Santa Clara Central Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T160000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T000251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T225124Z UID:4740-1759410000-1759420800@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:Knitting and Crochet Weekly Meetup / Tejido Semanal DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/knitting-and-crochet-weekly-meetup-tejido-semanal-3/ CATEGORIES:Gilroy Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T170000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T195715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T235309Z UID:4997-1759410000-1759424400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:1-on-1 Tech Help / Ayuda con la Tecnología DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions or need assistance with technology? At the Edenvale Branch we can assist you. \nStaff and trained volunteers will help you to: \n\nOpen an email account\nConnect to Wi-Fi/hotspots\nUse laptops/Chromebooks\nUse Microsoft Office\nFill out simple forms online\nFill out job applications\nNavigate the SJPL website\n\n \nFree.  BY APPOINTMENT ONLY \nFor more information or to make an appointment\, please contact: \nClaudia Hernández(408) 808-3036claudia.hernandez@sjlibrary.org \nADA Accommodation Requests \n———————————————————— \n¿Tiene preguntas o necesita ayuda técnica? ¡En la biblioteca Edenvale le podemos ayudar! \nPersonal y voluntarios de la biblioteca le ayudarán a: \n\nAbrir una cuenta de correo electrónico\nConectarse a Wi-Fi/hotspots\nUsar computadoras personales/Chromebooks\nUsar Microsoft Office\nLlenar formularios simples en línea\nLlenar aplicaciones de trabajo\nNavegar la página web de SJPL\n\nGratis. SE REQUIERE CITA. \nPara más información o para hacer una cita\, por favor contactar a: \nClaudia Hernández(408) 808-3036claudia.hernandez@sjlibrary.org \nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/1-on-1-tech-help-ayuda-con-la-tecnologia-6/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T143000 DTSTAMP:20260413T145834 CREATED:20251002T195716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205216Z UID:4999-1759411800-1759415400@events.splitbunch.com SUMMARY:ELL Conversation Club DESCRIPTION:Do you want to build your English-language skills and your confidence? \nThe English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners to practice their English conversation skills. Participants will have the opportunity to practice & develop their speaking and listening skills as well as learn about American culture and common phrases/idioms. Suggested for intermediate or advanced English language learners. \nThe ELL Conversation Club meets weekly at the library in the library’s Community Room with a trained facilitator. \n \nVineland’s English Learning series: \n\nELL Beginning English: A beginner program for learners with limited English skills; approximately levels 1-2 \nELL Grammar and Vocabulary Club: An intermediate program for learners that know some English but want to learn more/complex English; approximately levels 2-3 \nELL Conversation Club: An advanced program for learners to practice speaking and listening while also learning about American culture and idioms; approximately levels 3-4 \n\nNo registration required. \n \nADA Accommodation Requests URL:https://events.splitbunch.com/event/ell-conversation-club/ CATEGORIES:San Jose King Library END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR