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Presentations and Reports Library Commission Meeting December 4, 2024 Presentations Item #3 Monthly Update Reports Cupertino Library December 2024 Report Numbers June July August September October November Check Outs 114,469 111,421 116,294 97,732 97,653 104,080 Check-Ins 117,661 107,336 110,369 104,844 95,177 97,948 Borrowers 17,291 16,700 17,974 15,511 15,426 15,616 Average Requests 12,599 11,690 11,868 12,851 12,940 12,663 Borrowers Online 20,994 20,847 21,574 21,172 20,752 21,997 Gate Count 65,876 68,519 68,988 62,921 68,871 64,693 Room bookings 558 633 658 580 679 659 Programs Offered 68 73 40 53 64 52 Program Attendance 4,353 5,205 2,255 2,277 4,638 2,587 Community Room Rentals*4 5 6 4 3 8 Photos from November Events Puzzle Competition Zero Food Waste Mindfulness Family Game Day Adult Programs CNPS: Creating a Bird-Friendly Garden. Thursday December 5, 7pm Room 201 AI Double Feature: Unlocking AI Potential Saturday December 7, 10:30am, Room 201 AI Double Feature: Navigating Securely in the Age of AI Saturday December 7, 11:30am, Room 201 Adult Nonfiction Book Discussion: The Wild Truth by Carine McCandless Sunday December 8, 11am, Room 201 Sunday Movies: “A Christmas Story” Sunday December 8, 2pm, Room 201 Create CU: Etegami Friday December 13, 7pm Room 201B Register Online:tinyurl.com/CreateCUEtegami3824 Sunday Line Dance: Featuring the Cumbia. Sunday, December 15, 2pm Room 201 Adult Book Discussion Group: Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngston I Wednesday, December 18 11am Room 201B II Thursday, December 19,7 pm, Room 201B Master Gardeners: Winter Rose Care Wednesday December 18, 7pm Room 201 Teen Programs Holiday Craft Program:Totebag Decorating Saturday, December 21, 3-5pm Room 201 Register Online starting Saturday,​November 30 at 10am: tinyurl.com/CUTeenTote122124 Ongoing Programs ESL Conversation Club. Tuesdays 10:30 am—12:00pm Room 201 Register Online:http://tinyurl.com/CUESLConversationClub24 Cupertino Library Knit-Alongs Fridays, 2:30-4:00 pm, Room 201A Library Play Space Updates •Proposed Schedule for installation is under review •Cupertino Library may begin by end of January 2025 •Impact public and staff access to the main children's room while construction is ongoing •Limited access to resources and reference help in the front room for children and their families during this time •Passport Services will still be available, potentially in another space Ancestry Library •Use Ancestry Library Edition to search genealogical records and discover more about your family history. This database includes records from the U.S. Census, military records, court, land and probate records, vital and church records, directories, passenger lists, and more.. •This resource is only accessible from inside the library. Library Closed (Closes at 5pm) Tue. 24 Dec. Closed All Day Wed. 25 Dec. (Closes at 5pm) Tue. 31 Dec. Closed All Day Wed. 1 Jan. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga December 2024 Library Monthly Report Jennifer Weeks, County Librarian Make the Library Your Home Away from Home this Holiday Season This month, take time to recharge and spend time with family and loved ones. December has a number of important cultural events, from the Winter Solstice (Dec. 21), to Christmas (Dec. 25), Hanukkah (Dec. 25 to Jan. 2), Kwanzaa (Dec. 26 to Jan. 1), and of course New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The Library is here to help make your season bright with a variety of activities and resources. Interested in arts and crafts? Our Creativebug resource offers unlimited access to over 1,000 online art and craft video classes and tutorials. Whether you’re looking to start a new hobby or find ideas for holiday décor, you’ll find it there. New York Times Cooking has a wide variety of recipes that you can explore to find fun new flavors. Want to curl up with a great read? Our librarians have compiled booklists for you to enjoy. There are multiple categories of novels, nonfiction titles and more for adults, teens and kids. And of course we have lots of great events. From visits by Santa, film screenings, and crafts for making ornaments, wreaths and holiday cards, to board games and book clubs, we’re a winter wonderland of activity. Make sure your household is safe at a Holiday Fire Safety Workshop. We also have New Year’s celebrations and a puppet show at three of our libraries. Check our Event Calendar for details. For those considering large purchases for the holidays, make sure to check out the latest issue of Consumer Reports for product reviews and ratings, available for free with your library account. This and other helpful resources can be found in the Consumer & Automotive section of our 24/7 Online Library, where you can also find current issues of Consumer Reports Buying Guide and AARP: The Magazine, accessible through our free eResource, Flipster. Learn Coding, Web Development and More Treehouse is an online video and interactive learning platform that teaches coding and web development skills. Topics include HTML, CSS, Python, JavaScript, AI, SQL, and business and development tools. Patrons 16 years and older are welcome to register for a free account. Give it a try. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Learn How to Save a Life SCCLD is partnering with Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Department to hold opioid overdose prevention workshops in South County during the month of December. These free sessions teach attendees what they need to know to properly administer naloxone nasal spray (better known by its commercial name of Narcan). While the number of overdose deaths has recently dropped of late, there are still far too many people dying from fentanyl and other drugs. Luckily, there is hope with knowledge and access to this life-saving drug. Those who attend the classes, which will be led by the Q Corner’s Harm ReduQion Project, will receive doses to take home (while supplies last). Registration for the classes is not required, but is recommended. Gilroy Library: Morgan Hill Library: December 2 at 7 p.m. December 2 at 4 p.m. December 12 at 4 p.m. December 16 at 6:30 p.m. Fun with the Big Bad Wolf The Puppet Art Theater Co. is back with another delightful children’s tale told through the magic of puppetry. They will be presenting the Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show (Holiday Edition) at three libraries, all on Saturday December 28. There are two shows in South County, performing at 10:30 AM at Morgan Hill Library, followed by a 2 PM Gilroy Library show. Or you can attend the performance at 4:30 PM at the Los Altos Library. Just beware of any wolves that talk to you on the way there. Please note that SCCLD Libraries and Bookmobile Service will be closed on Wed., Dec. 25 for Christmas Day and Wed., January 1 for New Year’s Day. We are also closing at 5PM on Tue., Dec. 24 and Tue., Dec. 31. Our Online Library is open 24/7. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Bet You Can’t Watch Just One… Have you explored our Hoopla resource, which we added this year? A one-stop entertainment stop, it has streamable eBooks, Audiobooks, comics, movies and TV series. Premium content includes Hallmark+ and their many beloved holiday films and TV shows. You can watch dozens of meet-cute, mystery, comedy and drama movies and shows using Hoopla’s BingePass option, which allows unlimited access to their selections for seven days from a computer, tablet or cell phone. If you don’t finish your watchlist, which the site will save, you can renew the pass for another week. Our eMovies, TV and eMusic page has even more options for you to enjoy. December Virtual Author Talks End 2024 with some exciting virtual author talks! Join us on Wednesday, December 4 at 11 a.m. for a dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E. Post as he talks about The Smithsonian National Gem Collection Unearthed: Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels. Learn about some of the world’s greatest and most famous gemstones. Register here. On Wednesday, December 11 at 11 a.m., we welcome bestselling author Laura Dave, who will talk to us about her newest book, The Night We Lost Him. With her trademark combination of suspense and family drama, this latest novel is a page-turner! Please register. New Story to Enjoy a StoryWalk® Together A new set of characters has buzzed into our StoryWalk® sites, which feature pages from children’s books installed in a beautiful city park setting. The new selection is The Bugliest Bug by Carol Diggory Shields. Different types of insects compete to see who is the “bugliest” of all, but a surprise awaits. Jack Fischer Park in Campbell, Community Park in Morgan Hill and Kevin Moran Park in Saratoga (pictured here) host these early literacy skill building activities. StoryWalks® are a great partnership between SCCLD and local cities. We hope to announce at least one more site in early 2025. Stay tuned! SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT DECEMBER 2024 EVENTS *All SCCLD libraries will be closed and services unavailable on Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas. Libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Decembers 24 and Tuesday, December 31* CAMPBELL EXPRESS LIBRARY – 1 West Campbell Avenue, Room 46 Family Storytime Wednesdays, December 4 & 11, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard City Banquet Hall on 12/4 and Roosevelt Room/Room Q-80 on 12/11 Kids ages 0-5 are invited to join us for stories, songs, and more. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on. CUPERTINO -- 10800 Torre Avenue Babywearing Dance Sundays, December 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Room 101 Join us for babywearing dance. Baby Sign and Sing Sunday, December 1, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Room 101 This program is for infants and pre-walking babies under 12 months. Adult caregivers will learn basic signs to communicate with their babies. Homework Help Monday & Thursday, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Tuesday & Wednesday, 6 – 7:30 p.m., December 2 – 6, Children’s Room Small Study Room Students in grades K-5 who need homework help are encouraged to stop by for free tutoring. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided. Do You Want to Build a Snowman? (Grades 3 – 8) Monday, December 2, 4 – 5 p.m., Room 101 Arrive on time to get a seat and create a clay snowman. All materials will be provided. ESL Conversation Club Tuesdays, December 3, 10, & 17, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Room 201A Improve your English listening and speaking skills, and learn about other cultures in a supportive environment. This program is for adults who speak basic English. Register online. Toddler Storytime (ages 1-2) Tuesdays, December 3, 10, & 17, 10:30 – 11 a.m. This storytime will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Bedtime Storytime Wednesdays, December 4, 11, & 18, 7 – 7:30 p.m., Program Room This storytime is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on. Storytime for Babies (ages 0-1) Thursdays, December 5, 12, & 19, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., First Floor Program Room This storytime features stories and songs that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Storytime is limited to the first 30 babies with a maximum of 2 adults per family. Reading Buddies Thursday, December 5, and Monday, December 9, 7 – 8 p.m. Children can buddy up with a furry friend and read one-on-one from a favorite book. Children must register themselves in-person at the Children’s Reference Desk. This is for students who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade. CNPS: Ten Easy Steps to Create a Bird-Friendly Garden Thursday, December 5, 7 – 8:30 p.m. We’ll take a look at gardening from a bird’s perspective and then delve into the ten elements that can transform your garden into a bird paradise. Attendees will also receive a packet of California native wildflowers. Knit-Alongs at Cupertino Library Fridays, December 6, 13, & 20, 2:30 – 4 p.m., Room 201A All knitters and crocheters are welcome to drop in and socialize while starting new projects or finishing old ones. Participants need to bring their own needles and/or crochet hooks and yarn. No personal instruction will be provided. 中/英文雙語說故事時間/Mandarin-English Bilingual Family Storytime Fridays, December 6 & 20, 7 – 8 p.m., Room 101 Join us for stories, songs, a flannel board story, fingerplay, and a craft project in Mandarin and English. Children and their caretakers are welcome to join. 兒童圖書館員將為小朋友讀圖畫故事書; 唱兒歌;用絨布板講故事;手指謠和做美勞。歡迎幼兒們 和家長,褓母一同前來參加。 Family Storytime Saturday, December 7, 14, 21, & 28, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Program Room This storytime is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to sit on. Unlocking AI Potential: Tips for Better Interactions and Results Saturday, December 7, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Room 201 We will explore how to interact with AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance everyday experiences, like “prompting.” Laptops are optional for those who want to try prompts during the session. Navigating Securely in the Age of AI Saturday, December 7, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Room 201 As reliance on technology grows, so do security risks, making it essential to assess how we engage with these innovations and identify ways to safeguard ourselves. Pop Up Bug Museum Saturday, December 7, 1 – 4 p.m., Room 101 The Beetle Lady will share displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums and activities for all ages. Nonfiction Book Discussion Group Sunday, December 8, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Room 201A We will discuss The Wild Truth by Carine McCandless. LEGO Club (Grades K-8) Tuesday, December 10, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Children’s Meeting Room Children are invited to build and create using LEGOs. Please leave your own LEGOs at home. STEAM Challenge: Penguin Problems Thursday, December 12, 4 – 5 p.m., Room 101 Children in grades 1+ can learn some fun facts about penguins and how they survive in the wild, then “rescue” a penguin who needs some assistance. Registration required. Art Therapy for Tweens (Kids 10+) Friday, December 13, 4 – 5 p.m., Room 101 We will explore different techniques and art materials each month. Materials will be provided, while supplies last. Create CU: Etegami Friday, December 13, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Room 201B We will explore etegami, the art of the picture letter. Materials will be provided, while supplies last. This program is for adults 18+. Register online. Cupertino Line Dance Program Sunday, December 15, 2 – 3:15 p.m., Room 201 Learn master shuffles, sweeps, and turns while improving your balance, coordination, stamina, footwork and arm styling. December’s featured dance is cumbia. No registration required. Police Read Along Monday, December 16, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Room 101 A sheriff’s deputy will read holiday books and share safety tips during the busy holiday season. Book Discussion for Adults Wed., December 18, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., and Thur., December 19, 7 – 8:15 p.m., Room 201B We will be discussing Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson. Santa Visit Wednesday, December 18, 7 – 8 p.m., Room 101 Meet and take a photo with Santa! Afternoon Movie: Home Alone Tuesday, December 24, 2 – 3:45 p.m., Community Room 101 Join us for the holiday movie, Home Alone (Rated PG). Winter Origami Thursday, December 26, 4 – 5 p.m., Community Room 101 School aged children will learn to fold 3-4 different origami projects. Paper will be provided. Spool Knitting Saturday, December 28, 2 – 3 p.m., Room 101 School aged children can learn how to use a paper tube and popsicle sticks to knit a scarf. Winter Book Clubs (Grades 1 & 2) Monday, December 30, 3 – 4 p.m., Room 101 We will discuss Sydney and Taylor Explore the Whole Wide World by Jacqueline Davis. Register at the Children’s Reference Desk. Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party Tuesday, December 31, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Room 101 Join us as we countdown to the new year with a dance party. GILROY -- 350 W. Sixth Street Cinema Sunday/Domingo de Cinema Sundays, December 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 1:30 – 4 p.m., The Nest/el Nido Join us at the Gilroy Library for family movies. Únase a nosotros para películas familiares. Homework & Reading Help Mondays – Fridays, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3 p.m., Children’s Area Students in grades K-8 who need homework help are encouraged to stop by for free tutoring. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided. Some tutors are bilingual and speak Spanish and Vietnamese. Pajama Storytime/Cuentas en Pijama Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 7 – 7:30 p.m., the Nest Join us for stories, sing songs, and wear your pajamas! Lee cuentos, canta canciones y ponte los pijamas para una hora de cuentos para niños de todas las edades. Opioid Overdose Prevention Training Monday, December 2, 7 – 8 p.m. and Thursday, December 12, 4 – 5 p.m. This free training will teach you how to recognize an opioid overdose and administer Narcan nasal spray. Registration is not necessary. Zumba Tuesdays, December 3, 10, & 17, 5:45 – 6:45 p.m., Community Room Zumba features rhythms like salsa, merengue, cumbia, and samba set to Latin and international beats. Wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes. No registration is required. Zumba presenta estilos músicos como salsa, merengue, cumbia y samba con ritmos latinos e internacionales. Use ropa y zapatos deportivos cómodos. No es necesario registrarse. Bilingual English and Vietnamese Storytime/Đọc Truyện Song Ngữ Anh Việt Wednesdays, December 4, 11, & 18, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., the Nest Come read, sing, dance, and play with Miss Như Ý. Mời bé đến đọc sách, ca múa, và vui chơi cùng cô Như Ý. Family Storytime Thursdays, December 5, 12, 19, & 26, 10:30 – 11 a.m., First Floor Children’s Area Join Miss Elizabeth for stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Knitting and Crochet Weekly Meetup Thursdays, December 5, 12, 19, & 26, 1 – 4 p.m., Upstairs Quiet Study B Bring your projects, ask questions, get help, share ideas and meet new people. Book Discussion Friday, December 6, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Quiet Study B We will be discussing The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Safe Space Meet-Up for LGBTQ+ Youth Fridays, December 6 & 20, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Quiet Study B Our staff-led meetings offer a safe space for youth to play games, participate in group activities and discussions and build community. No registration necessary. Bilingual Storytime: English & Spanish / Hora de Cuentos Bilingües: Inglés y Español Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, & 28, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., the Nest Join us for stories and songs in English and Spanish, followed by music and playtime with Librarians Patty and Cameron. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos y canciones en inglés y español, seguido por música y tiempo para jugar con los Bibliotecarios Patty y Cameron. Film Screening and Discussion Monday, December 9, 7 – 8:45 p.m., Community Room Watch the film Right to Harm and join the discussion led by local sustainable food advocate Peter Ruddock. Just Doodle It! / ¡Simplemente Garabatéa! Thursday, December 12, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Community Room Stop by with your family to learn about the art of doodling and enjoy the benefits of doodling. Pasa con tu familia para aprender sobre el arte de los garabatos y disfrutar de los beneficios de dibujar. LEGO Club Friday, December 13, 3 – 4:30 p.m., the Nest We provide LEGOs, children build fun creations that will be displayed in the library. Nosotros proporcionamos los legos, los niños construyen creaciones divertidas! Estas serán exhibidas en la biblioteca. Holiday Kickoff / Celebración de Invierno Saturday, December 14, 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Children’s Area Santa will be visiting us for family photos, and he's bringing books as presents. While you wait to be photographed, enjoy some hot cocoa, hanging out with the community, and other fun activities. Santa nos visitará para tomar fotografías familiares y llevará libros como regalo. Mientras espera que le fotografíen, disfrute de un chocolate caliente, pase tiempo con la comunidad y otras actividades divertidas. Poetry Readings with Garlicky Group of Poets Saturday, December 14, 3:30 – 5 p.m., Downstairs Meeting Room Read whatever poetry you want to read and join in related discussions. DIY Ornaments and a Movie / Adornos de Bricolaje y Una Película Saturday, December 21, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Room Join us for a classic movie and craft. Create a simple ornament or sit and relax while watching the comedy-mystery, The Thin Man. Supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis. Únase a nosotros para ver una película clásica y manualidades. Crea un adorno sencillo o siéntate y relájate mientras miras la comedia de misterio The Thin Man. Las instrucciones y los suministros se proporcionarán por orden de llegada. Reading Buddies / Compañeros de Lectura Monday, December 23, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., the Nest PreK-6th grade children can buddy up with a furry friend and read one-on-one from a favorite book. Children must register themselves in-person at the Children’s Reference Desk. ¡Ven a practicar tus habilidades de lectura y lee en voz alta uno a uno con un amigo peludo! Pasa por el Escritorio de Niños cada mes para registrarte para una sesión de lectura de 15 minutos. Para niños desde Prekínder hasta 6to grado. Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show Saturday, December 28, 2 – 2:45 p.m., the Nest Join Little Red and her trusty side kick, Fifi, on a pizza-filled adventure. Acompaña a Caperucita Roja y su fiel compañera, Fifi, en una aventura llena de pizza. LOS ALTOS -- 13 S. San Antonio Road Monday Morning Meditation and Mindfulness Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard Room Practice meditation for 20 minutes then ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. Bilingual Spanish Family Storytime / Hora de cuentos bilingüe para familias Tuesdays, December 3, 10, 17, & 31, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard Room Join us for stories, songs, and movement in Spanish and English. This program is designed for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. ¡Venga a la biblioteca para cuentos, canciones y movimiento en inglés y español! Este programa está diseñado para niños hasta 5 años de edad y sus cuidadores. The Whodunit? Mystery Book Club Wednesday, December 4, 10:15 – 11:30 a.m., Teen Room We will discuss Verity by Colleen Hoover. Toddler Storytime Wednesdays & Thursdays, December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, & 19, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Orchard Room This interactive storytime is for early walkers, 1s and 2s. Free tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before storytime. Baby Storytime & Stay and Play Thursdays, December 4, 11, & 18, 1 – 2 p.m., Orchard Room Non-walking babies and their caregivers will enjoy songs, rhymes, gentle movement, short books and other fun. After storytime, enjoy the Stay & Play. Please bring a blanket to lay your babies on when they are not cuddling in your lap. World Affairs Wednesday, December 4, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Orchard Room World Affairs will discuss a different global issue each month. Doors open at 6:30. Poetry Open Mic Wednesday, December 4, 7 – 8 p.m., Pod D Share poetry, hear poetry. You do not have to be a poet to attend. ESL Conversation Club Thursdays, December 5, 12, & 19, 1:30 – 3 p.m., Orchard Room Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for those who speak basic English. No registration required. Preschool Storytime Thursdays, December 5, 12, & 19, 3:30 – 4 p.m., Orchard Room Children 3-5 and their caregivers will enjoy stories, music, movement and more! The Oct. 31 storytime will be Halloween-themed so wear your costume! There will be a parade following storytime where you can trick or treat at service desks! Teen Dungeons and Dragons Social Club Thursdays, December 5, 12, 19, & 26, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Conference Room Teens are welcome to drop in and watch the game. Right now the game is full, but we will occasionally have openings for new players. Please check in at the Adult Reference Desk. Baby Sign and Stay & Play Saturday, December 7, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Orchard Room Babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups are welcome to sing songs and learn signs to share with your baby. Please bring a blanket for your baby. After storytime, stay and play with age-appropriate toys. Medicare 2025 Updates Monday, December 9, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Orchard Room Learn important Medicare changes that will take effect on January 1. Counselors will provide free and unbiased information, and do not sell or endorse insurance plans. Please register. TK – 1st Grade Book Club: Winter Fox Tales Wednesday, December 11, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room Join us for a cozy read-aloud of winter tales and fun activities. Watercolor Workshop for Adults Friday, December 13, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Orchard Room Join us for a watercolor workshop. All supplies will be provided. Content will be the same for both sessions. Seating is first come, first served. Sunday CrafterNoon (all ages) Sunday, December 15, 2 – 3 p.m., Orchard Room This is a time to relax with the community and let your creativity shine. Happier Aging Monday, December 16, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Orchard Room This workshop will share local resources including senior transportation, as well as safety tips in the home. Teen Cooking Decorating Monday, December 16, 3 – 4 p.m., Orchard Room Join us to decorate cookies and celebrate winter. Registration is required. Bilingual Mandarin/English Storytime Tuesday, December 17, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Orchard Room This 30- minute storytime features movement, sing, and action! The early literacy focus is on sharing stories and songs in English and Mandarin Chinese. 歡迎小朋友來到故事時間，這是以半 小時的雙中英語故事書, 兒歌, 手指謠, 玩遊戲為特色的内容。歡迎兒童們與家長褓母一同前來參加 Book Bugs Club (Grades 2 – 3) Tuesday, December 17, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room We will discuss PeeWee’s Tale by Patience Brewster. We will talk about the book and make a fun craft. Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk at Los Altos or Woodland Library. Page Turners Book Club (Grades 4 – 5) Wednesday, December 18, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room We will discuss Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein. We will talk about the book and do a fun activity. Please pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk at Los Altos or Woodland Library. Bay Area Games Day Saturday, December 21, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Orchard Room Come learn how to play a new board game or bring an old favorite. We welcome newcomers to hobby gaming and families with kids. Reading Buddies Saturday, December 28, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Orchard Room Children can buddy up with a furry friend and read one-on-one from a favorite book. This is for students in grades K-8. Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show Saturday, December 28, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Join Little Red and her trusty side kick, Fifi, on a pizza-filled adventure. Acompaña a Caperucita Roja y su fiel compañera, Fifi, en una aventura llena de pizza. Now Read This Book Club Monday, December 30, 12 – 1:30 p.m., Orchard Room We will read books that help us make sense of the world we are living in. MILPITAS -- 160 N. Main Street Teen Poster Contest Submissions Accepted Through December 31 Design a poster about reading, books, the library, just be creative. All posters will be hung, as space allows. Earn a chance to win a prize for best poster design. LEGO Club (Grades K-8) Monday, December 2, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Activity Room Children will use their creativity and engineering skills to free build. This is a drop-in program. Space is limited. Younger siblings and parents are asked to wait outside. Homework Help Mondays – Thursdays, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Program Room Students in grades K-6 who need homework help are encouraged to stop by for free tutoring. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided. Homework Help is not available December 23 – January 6. Fun with Art Presented by First5 Santa Clara County (Ages 3 – 5) Wednesday, December 4, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Auditorium or Activity Room Come make some art with us and learn about the resources provided at the resource center. ESL Conversation Club Wednesdays, December 4, 11, & 18, 3 – 4 p.m., Conference Room Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for adults who speak basic English. No registration required. Bilingual Cantonese Family Storytime/粵語雙語故事時間 Wednesday, December 4, 5 – 5:30 p.m., Activity Room Children’s librarians Maggie and Emilie will read storybooks and lead children with songs and fingerplays in English and Cantonese. 每月第一個周三下午5點 兒童圖書館員 Maggie 和 Emilie 將為 小朋友讀圖畫故事書, 唱兒歌, 手指謠, 玩遊戲。歡迎兒童們與家長褓母一同前來參加 Knit & Crochet Circle Fridays, December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2 – 4 p.m., Conference Room Meet other yarn lovers, get help or share ideas. Limited instruction available in Hindi, Punjabi and Gujarati, but note this is not a class. No registration required. Materials not provided. Interactive Matinee Movie: Home Alone (Rated PG) Saturday, December 7, 2 – 4 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Join us for this fun holiday classic family movie with a twist! We'll provide props so that you can participate during the movie! Space is limited and materials will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. Little Learners STEAM (ages 3-5) Tuesday, December 10, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Activity Room Each month we will learn, nurture curiosity and discover new things through engaging and fun activities. Registration is required. Parents must participate with their child. Siblings welcomed. Speculative Fiction Book Club Tuesday, December 10, 7 – 8 p.m., Auditorium We will discuss Roadside Picnic by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. Tiny Toots Concert: Soul4Kidz Thursday, December 12, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Auditorium This musical trio will have kids and families grooving and singing to a mix of fresh beats and timeless tunes. Holiday Fire Safety Workshop Thursday, December 12, 7 – 8 p.m., Program Room Topics will include safe cooking tips, fire extinguisher use, fire suppression blanket use, and a Q&A safety session. Qi Gong Meditation & Exercise Classes Fridays, December 13, 20, & 27, 1 – 3 p.m., Auditorium Relieve stress and anxiety, increase energy and vitality and improve physical health during these exercise sessions. Giảm căng thẳng và lo lắng, tăng năng lượng và sức sống, Cải thiện sức khỏe thể chất. Board Game Day Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Auditorium Learn different board games or play your favorite one. This program is open to ages 18+. Online registration is encouraged but not required. Holiday Card Making for Adults Sunday, December 15, 2 – 4 p.m., Auditorium Let’s make cards in celebration of the winter holidays. This is a walk-in program, while supplies last. This program is for adults 18+. ICAN Read! Wednesday, December 18, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Activity Room Join us for children's stories in Vietnamese and English that nurture imagination, and inspire a love for learning! Furthermore, children will be able to showcase and practice their creative abilities with a variety of crafts activities. Chương trình ICAN Read! mở ra một thế giới đầy màu sắc cùng nhiều câu truyện khơi dậy niềm yêu thích đọc sách ở trẻ. Ngoài ra, các bé có cơ hội thể hiện khả năng sáng tạo của mình thông qua các hoạt động thủ công. Tiny Toots Concert: Bingo Schmingo Thursday, December 19, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m., Auditorium Bingo Schmingo will have us dancing and singing along to favorite children's songs. LGBTQ Movie Night Friday, December 20, 4:30 – 7 p.m., Auditorium Join the Avenidas Rainbow Collective and Milpitas Library as we screen an LGBTQ movie. Bring a friend, family member or date to this free and inclusive event for all. Holiday Hullabaloo Saturday, December 21, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Auditorium We will have fun crafts, holiday music, and Santa! Wear your favorite holiday sweater and get ready to have some family fun. Tiny Toots Concert: Holiday Sing-Along Thursday, December 26, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m., Auditorium We will be singing, dancing, and making music to holiday-themed songs and rhymes. Noon Year’s Eve Celebration Tuesday, December 31, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Auditorium Children and their families will make crafts, play games, and celebrate 2025 with music and dancing. MORGAN HILL -- 660 W. Main Avenue Homework Help Mondays & Thursdays, December 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, & 19, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, December 3, 10, & 17, 4 – 5:45 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Students in grades K-6 who need homework help are encouraged to stop by for free tutoring. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided. Opioid Overdose Prevention Training Mon., December 2, 4 – 5 p.m. and Mon., December 16, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Community Room This free training will teach you how to recognize an opioid overdose and administer Narcan nasal spray. Registration is not necessary. First Tuesday Knit-In Tuesday, December 3, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Program Room Knitters are welcome to come and work together. New knitters can get advice and assistance while advanced knitters can meet new friends. LEGO Club Wednesdays, December 4, 11, & 18, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Children will use their creativity and engineering skills to free build anything they can imagine. LEGOs are available for ages 2+. No registration required. Preschool Storytime Thursdays, December 5, 12, 19, & 26, 11 – 11:45 a.m., Children’s Activity Room Children ages 4-5 and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, movement and more. Drop-in Libby, eBook and eAudiobook Help Thursday, December 5, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Information Desk Drop in to receive help with using the Libby app. You will need to bring your smartphone and kindle or tablet. No registration needed. Keva Planks: Adaptive Programs for Adults and Teens Thursday, December 5, 12:15 – 1:30 p.m., Program Room We invite adults, teens and caregivers, to join us for some hands-on fun building cool structures with Keva planks. No registration needed. Tiny Tot Jamboree Fridays, December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 11 – 11:45 a.m., Children’s Activity Room Toddlers (1-2 years old) and caregivers are invited to join us for short fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Itty Bitty Jamboree Fridays, December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Babies (12 months and younger) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, movement and more! Kids Keva Club (ages 5+) Friday, December 6, 3:30 – 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Create structures, sculptures, and ball-runs out of wooden planks. Practice your artistic and architectural skills without tools, glue, nails or tape. Bilingual Storytime for All Ages Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, & 28, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m., Children’s Activity Room Join us for family fun with your little one! Stories, music, movement, and more! Storytimes are bilingual (Spanish/English). ¡Acompáñenos para divertirse en familia con su pequeño! ¡Cuentos, música, movimiento y más! Las horas de cuentos son bilingües (español/inglés). ESL Conversation Club Saturdays, December 7, 14, & 21, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Adult Program Room Practice your English conversation skills with friends. This program is for adults who speak basic English. ¡Únase a nosotros para tener conversaciones divertidas y practicar el inglés! Este programa es para adultos de 18 años y mayores que hablan inglés a nivel básico. Special Performance: Mark Gaetano Saturday, December 7, 1 – 2 p.m., Program Room Enjoy a musical journey through classic American melodies. No registration required. Film Screening and Craft Monday, December 9, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Program Room Watch early innovations in space exploration and its early influence on today’s space program. Then, create a bookmark. No registration required. Family Fun Night Tuesday, December 10, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Families with school-aged children will create holiday cards and paper lanterns. DIY Holiday Ornaments for Adults Wednesday, December 11, 5:30 – 7 p.m., Program Room Join us as we make holiday ornaments while watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This program is for adults 18+, with all materials provided while supplies last. Gingerbread House Building with Safe Space Friday, December 13, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Community Room Teens 13+ are invited to build gingerbread houses. All supplies and snacks will be provided. Safe Space is our in-person support group for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults. No registration necessary. Holiday Jazz Concert: Caesura Lines Saturday, December 14, 2 – 3 p.m., Program Room Enjoy a live holiday jazz performance by Caesura Lines, a vibrant young adult jazz ensemble, as they bring the magic of the winter season to life. Exam Essential Kits for Teens Monday – Wednesday, December 16 – 18, 3:30 – 9 p.m., Teen Area Stop by to pick up kits, which include snacks and other goodies to help you focus and de-stress while you study. Kits are available on a first come, first served basis. Library Ukulele Society Tuesday, December 17, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Bring your uke and music stand or come to listen and sing along! No registration required. Kids Art Club Wednesday, December 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room Children ages 5+ will create holiday cards and paper lanterns. Indigenous Perspectives: Amah Mutsun Tribal Band Wednesday, December 18, 4:30 – 6 p.m., Program Room Hear from Valentin Lopez, the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band Chair. Valentin is active in efforts to restore tribal indigenous knowledge and ensure their history is accurately told. Morgan Hill Movie Night Friday, December 20, 3:45 – 6:45 p.m., Program Room Join us for a screening of Wonka (Rated PG) Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show Saturday, December 28, 10:30 –11:15 p.m. Join Little Red and her trusty side kick, Fifi, on a pizza-filled adventure. Acompaña a Caperucita Roja y su fiel compañera, Fifi, en una aventura llena de pizza. SARATOGA -- 13650 Saratoga Avenue Free & Expressive Art Exhibit Through December 20, Main Lobby Enjoy the art by Tanvi Buch. Mystery Book Club Monday, December 2, 7 – 8 p.m., Orchard Room We will be discussing The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk to sign up for the meeting and pick up a copy of the book. Band Jam: Guitar and Ukulele Tuesdays, December 3 & 10, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Community Room Bring your instrument and meet people who are also working on their musical journey. Family Storytime Tuesdays, December 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, & 28, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Community Room Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. Wreath Making Workshop Tuesdays, December 3, 7 – 8 p.m., Community Room We will provide the greenery. Please bring a wire clothes hanger or wreath form for the base. Consider also brining pine cones, bows, ribbons, and other ornaments. Please register. Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club Tuesday, December 3, 7 – 8 p.m., Orchard Room We will be discussing Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk to sign up for the meeting and pick up a copy of the book. Knit & Crochet Circle Wednesday, December 4, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Maple or Orchard Room Bring your own projects, ask questions, receive or give help, share ideas, and meet new people. Drop-In Tech Help Thursdays, December 5, 12, & 19, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Oak or Maple Room Our volunteer can provide one-on-one help with using laptops, tablets, or cell phones. Help is on a first-come, first served basis. Baby Storytime (12 months or younger) Fridays, December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Community Room Join us for stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Family Bingo Friday, December 6, 4 – 5 p.m., Community Room Bring the whole family for bingo. Play and possibly win prizes. Computer Aided Design (CAD) Workshop for Grades 4 – 7 Saturday and Sunday, December 7 & 8, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Maple Room Learn to ideate and design 3D objects with TinkerCAD and take home 3D printed models. All participants must be able to attend both sessions. Registration is required. Each child will need to have an active email account. Teen Study Hall Sundays, December 8 & 15, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday, December 14, 12:30 – 6 p.m., Community Room We are opening up our Community Room to high school students looking for a place to study for finals. Snacks and hot chocolate will be provided. Winter Rose Care and Pruning Tuesday, December 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Community Room Learn the basics on how to prune roses and other perennial bushes in the winter, and keys to giving roses a great start for their next growing season. Chinese Book Club/中文書友會 Thursday, December 12, 10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m., Orchard Room The December book selection is 赤腳醫生 (残雪著)/Barefoot Doctor. Polar Bear Marshmallow Tuesday, December 17, 4 – 5 p.m., Community Room Students in grades K-7 can drop in and make a sweet treat to give to someone or to enjoy, while supplies last. No registration is necessary. LEGOs Wednesday, December 18, 4 – 5 p.m., Orchard Room Kids 5+ are invited to join us for an hour of fun. Kids younger than 5 can enjoy Duplos. Mandarin Storytime Thursday, December 19, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room Enjoy fun stories, action rhymes, fingerplays and songs in Mandarin and English. Teatime Book Chatter Thursday, December 19, 1 – 2 p.m. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk to register and pick up a copy of the book. How to Introduce the Joy of Music to Your Child Sunday, December 22, 3 – 4 p.m., Community Room The Back to Bach Project will showcase a variety of classical instruments, explain how they are played, then perform a Disney musical medley. No registration required. Digital Literacy Class Thursday, December 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Maple Room Learn basic computer skills, practice accessing the internet and how to stay safe online. Spanish Storytime Thursday, December 26, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Orchard Room Enjoy fun stories, action rhymes, fingerplays and songs in Spanish and English. WOODLAND – 1975 Grant Road Family Storytime: Rainy Days Sunday, December 1, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Patio (weather dependent) Join us for a Rainy Day-themed storytime filled with stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun. Monday Meditation and Mindfulness Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 7 – 7:30 p.m. Practice meditation for 20 minutes then ask questions for 10 minutes with the instructor. Homework Help Tuesdays, December 3, 10, & 17, 4:30 – 6 p.m., Children’s Area Students in grades K-6 who need homework help are encouraged to stop by for free tutoring. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided. Family Storytime: Holidays Sunday, December 15, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Patio (weather dependent) Join us for a holiday-themed storytime filled with stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun. ONLINE EVENTS (Please register online) Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Jeffrey Post Wednesday, December 4, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Separating fact from fiction, Dr. Jeffrey Post will reveal the mysteries and stories behind the world’s greatest gems featured in the book, Unearthed: Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels. Online English Conversation Club Thursdays, December 5 & 12, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Meet new friends and practice English together. Virtual Author Talk: Laura Dave Wednesday, December 11, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave will chat about her newest book, The Night We Lost Him.