Storytimes near Cupertino Library

Saratoga Library, Oak Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

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. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, Community room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Join us for fun stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs! Please park strollers in the Children's room.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Welcome to our monthly Craft Club for Adults. Join us to celebrate 250 years of American Independence with a pen and ink drawing of the head of a bald eagle! We will provide all the materials. Just bring yourself, and experience art with an independent heart! Space is limited and registration is required to participate in this workshop. Thanks to the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for making this program possible. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, Orchard Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Mindfulness program for kids that builds calm, confidence, and emotional skills through hands-on activities. Intended for ages 5 - 10 and led by Aanya Remi, a rising senior at Saint Francis High School. No registration necessary. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Join us for some joyful bilingual music and movement time with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de Flores transports audiences on a joyous journey through the heart of Latin America. With a captivating blend of traditional Mexican and Caribbean rhythms, their bilingual performances are a delightful fusion of music, storytelling, and dance. Learn or practice Spanish with songs, stories, dancing, puppets, and a lot of imagination! This is a special event for this year's Summer Reading Program: Plant a Seed, Read. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org. Sign up for Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read,  June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity! Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/reader365 or download the free Beanstack App. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. All Summer Reading Program information available here: www.sccld.org/summer

Saratoga Library, Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

This hands-on workshop invites teens to explore the beauty and simplicity of watercolor painting in a welcoming, supportive setting. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to rekindle your creativity, you’ll learn easy and enjoyable watercolor techniques to create your own unique piece of art. The theme of this workshop is animals and is for teens 12-18. Each participant will receive a curated palette of artist-grade watercolors and high-quality paper, making the experience both accessible and enriching.  This class is taught by local artist Kristina Eng.  Please register to reserve your seat. This is a special event for this year's Summer Reading Program: Plant a Seed, Read. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org. Sign up for Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity! Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/reader365 or download the free Beanstack App. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. All Summer Reading Program information available here: www.sccld.org/summer

Saratoga Library, Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Celebrate America 250 with us with a photography program about Bald Eagles both locally and in Alaska.  Experience these majestic birds in flight, observe their diverse behaviors, and discover the unique traits of this remarkable raptor. Please register if you would like a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org

Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Discover the stories behind your ancestors’ military records!  This seminar shows how U.S. military records can enrich genealogy research by revealing an ancestor’s life, service, and character. You will learn how to access records through powerful resources, interpret the records, and create a lasting memorial page to honor your ancestor’s service and sacrifice. This talk will be given by Ron Chan, a published genealogy author and Co-Founder of the Chinese American GI Project, which works to ensure that veteran legacies are not lost, forgotten, or ignored. This program is part of SCCD's celebration of America 250! For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, Maple Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Python programming and machine learning through interactive lessons and an open-ended final project. This class is intended for rising 7th to 9th graders and is suitable for students with no prior coding experience. Students will learn how to write basic Python programs, work with data, and explore how machine learning models can make predictions from real-world datasets. Throughout the course, students will strengthen their computational thinking and problem-solving skills through fun and engaging practice problems. The program concludes with a collaborative final project in which students build and present a simple machine learning model using real-world data. This class is twice a week on Wednesdays and Sundays 4:00-5:30pm from June 10th to July 12th. Students are expected to attend all classes.  Registering for the first day registers you for the entire series. Please bring your own laptop. We will have some available if needed for in class use. This class is taught by high school volunteers. Schedule: Day 1: Python Setup + Variables and Data Types Day 2: Conditionals and Loops Day 3: Functions and Lists Day 4: Working with Data (Pandas Basics) Day 5: Introduction to Machine Learning Day 6: Data Cleaning and Preparation Day 7: Full Machine Learning Model Walkthrough Day 8: Final Project Introduction + Workday #1 Day 9: Project Workday #2 Day 10: Final Project Presentations

Saratoga Library, Group Study Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

The talented artists from Aegis Gallery in Saratoga bring glimpses of nature to Saratoga Library's Group Study Room with a vibrant exhibit of lush landscapes, gorgeous florals, and mismerizing wildlife. Drop by anytime during regular library hours from June 1 through July 31, 2026 to explore this beautiful collection of watercolor, oil, and acrylic paintings. Saratoga Library Hours: Mon & Tues: 10 am to 9 pm Wed through Sun: 10 am to 6 pm

Saratoga Library, Main Lobby, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Saratoga Library's July - August 2026 lobby exhibit is by Mijung Kim.  About the Artist Mijung Kim majored in Asian painting in Korea. One of her primary techniques is to apply many layers of mixed pigments with glue on thick paper. She also draws using acrylics and ink. She has participated in both solo and group exhibitions where her paintings have won awards. Mijung's exhibit will be on display in the lobby during Saratoga Library's open hours from mid-July through the end of August 2026. Photos courtesy of the artist.

Saratoga Library, Maple Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Join us for a fun game night at the Saratoga Library! We will have a variety of board games to choose from.  Drop in anytime 6-8pm to play. Sponsored by the Friends of Saratoga Libraries For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Children are welcome to join us at Saratoga Library as we celebrate America turning 250 by creating their very own red, white, and blue slime to take home! All supplies provided. No registration is necessary. Space is limited. While supplies last. This program is part of SCCD's celebration of American 250! For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Saratoga Library, Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Discover the basics of ultraviolet (UV) resin crafting in this hands-on 1.5-hour workshop. Participants will learn how to work safely with UV resin while designing and personalizing a unique creation using a variety of provided inclusions such as glitter, sequins, real dried flowers, and more. All necessary supplies will be furnished for one fully cured resin piece that is ready to take home the same day.  For Adults, Ages 18+.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org .

Saratoga Library, Community room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Babies, 12 months and younger, join us for fun, interactive nursery rhymes, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs! Please park strollers in the rear of the room, furthest from the entrance doors.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org .

Saratoga Library, Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Join us for an exciting combination of both puppets and magic with California Kids Fun! Engaging and entertaining, kids and their adults can enjoy the high energy show.  Please park strollers in the Children's room. Please arrive on time. Space is limited.  No registration necessary. Made possible by the generosity of the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org. Sign up for Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read,  June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity! Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/reader365 or download the free Beanstack App. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. All Summer Reading Program information available here: www.sccld.org/summer

Saratoga Library, Maple Room, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070

Teens: join us with your friends for a fun afternoon of board and card games. Play one of our games, like Flip7, Wavelength, Loaded Questions, just to name a few -  or bring your own.  Would you like to try something new? Games will be explained to beginners. Teens ages 13-18 only. This is a drop in event, but you can register with your email to receive reminders.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.