6 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 1.9 mi · Atherton
All ages Music & shows
We’re excited to share that our new bookmobile is hitting the road! Our Rolling into your Community tour is a fun and engaging opportunity to introduce our new Bookmobile to…
7 Gamble Garden · 2.5 mi · Palo Alto
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
The City of Palo Alto and Gamble Garden are teaming up to bring you a FREE hands-on Vermicomposting workshop. Learn how easy it is to make your own worm compost!
8 EcoCenter · 3.4 mi · Palo Alto
All ages Science & STEM
Why does the earth move? Can we predict when it will move next? Come explore these – and other – questions about Earthquakes and Plate Tectonics.
9 San Mateo County History Museum · 4 mi · Redwood City
All ages Festivals
10 Alviso, San José Public Library · 11.2 mi · San Jose
Ages 10–12 Arts & crafts
Join AACI YTI to learn how to use iPads to make amazing digital pieces of art. Students will become familiar with navigation through the Procreate app and learn how to sketch a…
11 Quarry Lakes Regional Park · 11.4 mi · Fremont
All ages Nature & outdoors
12 Ensenada Parking Area, Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area · 12.4 mi · Fremont
All ages Festivals
Quarry Lakes is turning 25! Celebrate with fishing games, guided walks, and a visit from the Mobile Fish Tank.
13 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County Libraries · 14.7 mi · Half Moon Bay
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts
Join us for open time to use the library’s sewing machines. Bring your own project or use some of our supplies to make your own.
14 Millbrae, San Mateo County Libraries · 15.5 mi · Millbrae
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM
Join us for open time to use the library’s sewing machines. Bring your project or use some of our supplies to make your own.
15 West Valley, San José Public Library · 15.6 mi · San Jose
All ages Arts & crafts
Write down something you are grateful for on a paper leaf, cut it out, and tape it to our “Gratitude Tree” on our Family Place window.
16 Joyce Ellington, San José Public Library · 17.5 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–10 Storytime
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.
6 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 1.9 mi · Atherton
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for bilingual Russian and English stories and music the whole family will love! Children of all ages will enjoy listening, singing and playing along.
8 EcoCenter · 3.4 mi · Palo Alto
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Curious about the weird and wild world of our local bats? Join us for this family program to learn more!
17 Mitchell Park Library · 4.5 mi · Palo Alto
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join Librarian Juliana on Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m. for Family Storytime at Mitchell Park Library. Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us!
18 Los Altos Library · 7 mi · Los Altos
Ages 0–2 Games & play
Calling all non-walking babies ages 0-12 months for a special storytime featuring American Sign Language along with songs and stories and fun!
19 Mountain View Public Library · 7.3 mi · Mountain View
All ages Reading & languages
Practice your reading skills with a buddy! Children will be paired with a teen volunteer for read-aloud practice and literacy games. All reading levels welcome.
20 Belmont, San Mateo County Libraries · 7.5 mi · Belmont
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Come along on an imaginary adventure. Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups.
21 Union City, Alameda County Library · 11 mi · Union City
Ages 5–12 Music & shows
“Music for Everyone” is an accessible, sensory-friendly music program focused on giving children and teenagers a creative outlet through music.
22 Weekes Branch Library · 12.1 mi · Hayward
All ages Storytime
Join a rotating cast of your favorite storytime librarians for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement!
5 Cupertino Library · 13 mi · Cupertino
All ages Storytime
Join us for Family Storytime for all ages in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage…
23 Calabazas, San José Public Library · 14.1 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Storytime
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…
13 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County Libraries · 14.7 mi · Half Moon Bay
Ages 0–11 Storytime
Come along on an imaginary adventure for Family Storytime. Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups.
24 South San Francisco Public Library (Civic Campus) · 17.1 mi · South San Francisco
All ages Storytime
Join Ms. Maggie for Cantonese Family Storytime and songs! Crafts will be offered every other week.
25 Educational Park, San José Public Library · 18.4 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and…
26 Grand Avenue Library · 18.6 mi · South San Francisco
All ages Storytime
Saturdays 10:30 AM Stories and songs in English and Spanish. Cuentos y canciones en español y inglés.
6 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 1.9 mi · Atherton
All ages Science & STEM
Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting!
27 San Carlos, San Mateo County Libraries · 5.7 mi · San Carlos
Ages 6–11 Reading & languages
Drop in and work on your developing reading skills in a supportive environment. Join us for literacy games, activities, and one-on-one reading practice with our interns.
28 Foster City, San Mateo County Libraries · 8.3 mi · Foster City
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM
Discover our 3D printers and laser cutter with hands-on guidance from our Maker volunteers!
29 Newark, Alameda County Library · 8.6 mi · Newark
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Storytime at the library! Please join us as we learn through stories, songs, and movement activities. Toddlers, preschoolers and families are welcome!
30 San Mateo Main Library · 10.8 mi · San Mateo
All ages Family fun
Join us for an author visit with Mirelle Ortega! Mirelle Ortega is an award-winning Mexican artist and writer for kidlit and animation based in Los Angeles, California.
31 Fremont Main Library · 11.9 mi · Fremont
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
32 Milpitas Library · 14.5 mi · Milpitas
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us on Saturday mornings for Family Storytime. This thirty-minute story time features lots of movement, singing, and action.
15 West Valley, San José Public Library · 15.6 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Family 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…
33 Saratoga Library · 16.2 mi · Saratoga
All ages Music & shows
Celebrate the magic of reading with Magician Mike Della Penna as he presents his fun, funny, highly participatory magic show for all ages.
34 Rose Garden, San José Public Library · 16.3 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Get ready to build, create, and let your imagination soar at LEGO® Club! With LEGO® and Duplo® bricks, families can drop in and bring their wildest ideas to life.
3 Berryessa, San José Public Library · 18.6 mi · San Jose
Ages 3–9 Storytime
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.
35 Biblioteca Latinoamericana, San José Public Library · 18.8 mi · San Jose
Ages 7–12 Arts & crafts
Bring your imagination to life with autumn-inspired digital art. We will explore creative tools and techniques using the popular Sketchbook app. iPads are provided for class use.
36 Pacifica Sanchez, San Mateo County Libraries · 18.7 mi · Pacifica
Ages 0–11 Storytime
Get ready to learn and play with your little one! Hear new stories, sing songs and learn wiggles that the whole family can enjoy together, from toddlers to grown-ups.
6 Atherton, San Mateo County Libraries · 1.9 mi · Atherton
Ages 0–11 Arts & crafts
Celebrate Diwali with the art of henna! Local artist Swati will apply a beautiful henna design on your hand.
15 West Valley, San José Public Library · 15.6 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
Celebrate the spirit of Diwali with our Wee LOVE ART program, featuring vibrant Diwali-inspired art activities.
24 South San Francisco Public Library (Civic Campus) · 17.1 mi · South San Francisco
All ages Storytime
Read together , learn, sing, dance experience Filipino language, heritage and culture as a family, with Ate Louella.
37 Alum Rock, San José Public Library · 19.9 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–9 Science & STEM
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic.
38 Hayward Downtown Library · 14.4 mi · Hayward
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
The Makerspace is do-it-yourself space to create, play, and learn using equipment and tools at the library.
39 Peralta Adobe & Fallon House Historic Site · 17.6 mi · San Jose
All ages Family fun
History San José is honoring the cultural diversity of the region on November 7th at the San Pedro Square Market.
40 King Library · 18 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–10 Reading & languages
Children in grades K to 5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Christian on Saturdays.
40 King Library · 18 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–10 Reading & languages
Children in grades K to 5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Kristina on Saturdays.
29 Newark, Alameda County Library · 8.6 mi · Newark
All ages Music & shows
Join us for our 5th annual Diwali Variety Show! Experience a wide variety of Indian dance and music - classical and modern! The show is organized by the Eternity Band.
33 Saratoga Library · 16.2 mi · Saratoga
All ages Arts & crafts
Join the Saratoga Library in celebrating Diwali. You can paint and decorate your own diya!
33 Saratoga Library · 16.2 mi · Saratoga
All ages Arts & crafts
Beautify your hand with simple design by henna artists from ShilpaKala Arts, First come first serve, while supplies last. For accessibility accommodations (ex.
21 Union City, Alameda County Library · 11 mi · Union City
All ages Family fun
Join us for Family Literacy Day at the Union City Library! Come and enjoy: book giveaways snacks games activities to help you read the world around you. All ages welcome!
41 San Lorenzo, Alameda County Library · 14.6 mi · San Lorenzo
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Celebrate Diwali with art, color, and clay! Discover the tradition of diyas—small lamps that shine during the Festival of Lights—then get creative with air-dry clay to shape and…
42 Castro Valley, Alameda County Library · 16.1 mi · Castro Valley
All ages Family fun
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Castro Valley Library's Chabot Room will host a viewing of two tapestries created by artist Kalie Granier and descendants of the…
43 The Yard at Saltbreaker Restaurant · 19.3 mi · Alameda
All ages Festivals
44 Pleasanton Senior Center · 19.9 mi · Pleasanton
All ages Arts & crafts
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a Bilingual Storytime, ofrenda viewings, and live performances! Enjoy fun activities for the whole family!
45 Cambrian, San José Public Library · 19.9 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Storytime
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.
40 King Library · 18 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–10 Reading & languages
Children in grades K to 5 will discover the joy of reading while improving their reading skills through practice with Pearl on Saturdays.
46 Portola Valley, San Mateo County Libraries · 7.2 mi · Portola Valley
Ages 7–11 Science & STEM
Basic sewing machine setup and use instructions for those with zero to very little experience! Session is broken up into two hours, please only sign up for one session.
20 Belmont, San Mateo County Libraries · 7.5 mi · Belmont
All ages Science & STEM
Discover what you can make using our library maker tools. Sometimes techy, sometimes crafty, always fun! For all ages! No registration required.
47 Centerville, Alameda County Library · 10.3 mi · Fremont
Ages 8–12 Science & STEM
Join a teen instructor for our monthly program to help kids build early programming skills with Hour of Code!
23 Calabazas, San José Public Library · 14.1 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Drop in every Saturday for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making.
32 Milpitas Library · 14.5 mi · Milpitas
All ages Arts & crafts
Join us for a Diwali celebration! We'll have Henna artists ready to give you a personalized design along with a craft while you wait.
3 Berryessa, San José Public Library · 18.6 mi · San Jose
Ages 7–11 Science & STEM
The Sparksteam Robotics Program introduces elementary school students to the exciting world of robotics and coding through fun, hands-on activities.
48 Willow Glen, San José Public Library · 18.7 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Join us for Saturday STEM! Kids will explore a fun STEM activity focused on the theme of the day.
14 Millbrae, San Mateo County Libraries · 15.5 mi · Millbrae
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM
Discover what you can create using our library’s maker tools! This drop-in program for all ages invites you to explore hands-on activities like jewelry making, button making…
10 Alviso, San José Public Library · 11.2 mi · San Jose
Ages 3–9 Storytime
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.
13 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County Libraries · 14.7 mi · Half Moon Bay
Ages 0–11 Arts & crafts
Celebrate Diwali with the art of henna! Local artist Swati will apply a beautiful henna design on your hand.
15 West Valley, San José Public Library · 15.6 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–12 Music & shows
Join Veronica Talton, performing arts educator in the Bay Area, as she presents Rap As Storytelling©.
33 Saratoga Library · 16.2 mi · Saratoga
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
Get ready to dance, laugh, and make wonderful memories together! Join us for a fun-filled Family Bollywood Dance Party where you can learn easy, energetic Bollywood moves, play…
16 Joyce Ellington, San José Public Library · 17.5 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate and learn about Diwali through stories, songs, and more of your favorite storytime activities.
40 King Library · 18 mi · San Jose
Ages 8–12 Science & STEM
In this program kids in grades 3-6 will learn how to draw and create on iPads using the Sketchbook app.
35 Biblioteca Latinoamericana, San José Public Library · 18.8 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Open to anyone interested, there is no need to sign up. This will give children the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO® bricks.
49 Faction Brewing · 19.3 mi · Alameda
All ages Games & play
17 Mitchell Park Library · 4.5 mi · Palo Alto
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM
Kids will safely learn to use the ChompSaw and explore engineering by building their own cardboard rocket. Registration required for children only. Adults do not need to register.
50 81st Avenue Branch · 19.4 mi · Oakland
Ages 10–12 Family fun
Join us for Digital Weekend at the 81st Ave Branch. Every Saturday there will be open hours in our computer lab to play on the same server of games.
15 West Valley, San José Public Library · 15.6 mi · San Jose
Ages 5–9 Reading & languages
Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a volunteer.
51 East SJ Carnegie, San José Public Library · 18.5 mi · San Jose
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
Celebrate the spirit of Diwali with our Wee LOVE ART program, featuring vibrant Diwali-inspired art activities.
52 Bascom, San José Public Library · 17.1 mi · San Jose
All ages Festivals
The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos.