Storytimes near SANTA TERESA LIBRARY

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

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, 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 and their caregivers. Due to limited capacity, please get a ticket at the Information Desk up to 60 minutes prior to storytime. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

The Santa Teresa Book Club discusses works of general interest, fiction, or historical fiction. The club meets from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the second Thursday January through November. Meetings are usually held in the Community Room at the Santa Teresa Branch Library in San Jose. The book club offers participants the opportunity to log in through Zoom and attend virtually. The link will be sent out 24 hours before the meeting starts. If you do not receive the invite, please check your junk mail folder first and then contact the librarian listed on this event for assistance. Upcoming book discussions include: July 9:  Anxious People by Fredrik Backman August 13:  Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate September 10:  Theo of Golden by Allen Levi October 8:  The Briar Club by Kate Quinn November 12:  Grown Women by Sarai Johnson ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Join us for a craft time every week! We'll have coloring sheets in addition to each activity.  Geared towards ages 4-10, but all ages welcome! 6/18 - Mini Frisbee Disk Coloring  6/25 - Bubble Wrap Painting  7/2 - Fireworks Painting / Fireworks Fork Painting 7/9 - Popsicle Stick Puzzles 7/16 - Friendship Bracelet Making (recommended for ages 8 and up) 7/23 - Puzzle Coloring  7/30 - Simple Origami  8/6 - Back to School Crafts Free. No registration required. While supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Make your own mini masterpieces at the library! Get to know other teens in your community and let your creative juices flow as you paint your own mini canvas. This program is for teens ages 13-18. While supplies last. One canvas per teen. All materials will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own supplies. Free. No registration required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Santa Teresa Branch. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Internet Cafe, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Stop by the Santa Teresa Branch Library for a session with our experienced volunteer! They can assist you with basic tech issues, such as: Setting up an email account, composing & sending emails, using email attachments Web searches and basic data entry Learning the basics of Microsoft Word and Excel and web-based productivity software such as Google docs Using the library's pay-for-print and photocopy machines Downloading apps on your phone or tablet And much more! You are welcome to bring your own device, such as a laptop, phone or tablet, or you can use one of our computers. Free, No Registration Required ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Tell a story to a Furry Friend! Children are invited to practice reading to gentle, trained assistance dogs who love books! Practice reading skills while relaxing next to a cute Furry Friend.  Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Pick up a checklist at the table in the Children's Area. Look for the images around the Children’s Area. Once you have found all of the images on the checklist, come to the table in the Children's Area for a prize (while supplies last!). Themes: June 6 (Summer Fun), June 20 (Pride Month), June 27 (Fourth of July), July 11 (Candy), July 18 (Nature), and August 1 (Back-to-School). Free. No registration required. While supplies last. This will take place in the Children's Area from 11:30am-12:30pm.  No scavenger hunts on 6/13, 7/4, and 7/25. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Join us for a live performance where music and storytelling come together in a creative retelling of classic fairy tales. Saint-Saens’ fanciful score serves as a canvas upon which three classic storybook fairy tales are interwoven: “The Three Little Pigs”, “The Tortoise and the Hare”, and “The Ugly Duckling”.  This production is performed without dialog, allowing the classical score to shine. The puppets and puppeteers perform on a raised stage, fully visible to the audience. This program was made possible through the generous funding from the Friends of the Santa Teresa Library . ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Group Study Room A, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

The Santa Teresa Branch Library presents an in person adult English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club. This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners who want to develop and increase English Language and vocabulary skills. Participants will be practicing a variety of literacy activities.  Free, no registration required, all materials will be provided ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Group Study Room A, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

This program is in-person at Santa Teresa Branch Library. English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly with a trained facilitator courtesy of Santa Teresa Branch Library.   No Registration Required, Materials Will Be Provided ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

This program is geared for pre-walking children and their parents or caregivers. Baby Lap-Sit Storytime invites newborns, infants, and their caregivers to learn together by strengthening their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. The program includes 20-25 minutes of stories and songs, followed by 40 minutes of open play with age appropriate toys. All attendees will be required to observe the library's Safety Guidelines . This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Interested in discussing books with other teens? Join our teen-led teen book club!  We’ll be playing Kahoots and will be discussing: Twilight  by Stephenie Meyer Sunflowers and Lavender  by Maisy Valais This book club is for teens ages 13 to 18. Afterwards, we'll be having a time for teens to share their recent book reads or give a fun presentation on their interests - see the Teen Presentation Program that takes place after the book club! No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Passionate about something and want to share about it? You can practice your presentation skills and give a 5-minutes-maximum speech on a topic of your choosing (within library behavioral guidelines). Presentation slides are optional. A staff member will check content before it is presented.  Don’t want to talk? No worries - come and listen! This is a space for teens to share freely and get to meet teens in their community. This program is for teens ages 13-18 only. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

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, 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 and their caregivers. Due to limited capacity, please get a ticket at the Information Desk up to 60 minutes prior to storytime. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Join us for a craft time every week! We'll have coloring sheets in addition to each activity.  Geared towards ages 4-10, but all ages welcome! 6/18 - Mini Frisbee Disk Coloring  6/25 - Bubble Wrap Painting  7/2 - Fireworks Painting / Fireworks Fork Painting 7/9 - Popsicle Stick Puzzles 7/16 - Friendship Bracelet Making (recommended for ages 8 and up) 7/23 - Puzzle Coloring  7/30 - Simple Origami  8/6 - Back to School Crafts Free. No registration required. While supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

This leadership and volunteer service group for teens ages 13-18 meets in person on the third Friday of each month from 4-5pm in the Community Room. Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates. Our monthly meetings include Snacks Teen volunteer opportunities Updates on upcoming library teen programs and new materials Games and activities. Join us and represent the teen community at your local library! Please visit the Teens Reach: Community Service webpage for more information. Create your online volunteer account by clicking “Sign Me Up” under Santa Teresa Branch Library. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Internet Cafe, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Stop by the Santa Teresa Branch Library for a session with our experienced volunteer! They can assist you with basic tech issues, such as: Setting up an email account, composing & sending emails, using email attachments Web searches and basic data entry Learning the basics of Microsoft Word and Excel and web-based productivity software such as Google docs Using the library's pay-for-print and photocopy machines Downloading apps on your phone or tablet And much more! You are welcome to bring your own device, such as a laptop, phone or tablet, or you can use one of our computers. Free, No Registration Required ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Pick up a checklist at the table in the Children's Area. Look for the images around the Children’s Area. Once you have found all of the images on the checklist, come to the table in the Children's Area for a prize (while supplies last!). Themes: June 6 (Summer Fun), June 20 (Pride Month), June 27 (Fourth of July), July 11 (Candy), July 18 (Nature), and August 1 (Back-to-School). Free. No registration required. While supplies last. This will take place in the Children's Area from 11:30am-12:30pm.  No scavenger hunts on 6/13, 7/4, and 7/25. ADA Accommodation Requests

Santa Teresa, Community Room, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

Join us for an evening exploration of aquaponics,  a fascinating way to grow vegetables and fish together in one closed-loop system. Learn how this sustainable method recycles water, produces nutrient-rich food, and brings the science of ecosystems to life. Perfect for gardeners, tinkerers, and anyone curious about self-sufficient growing! Speaker:  Ahmed Alhafidh Moderator: Emily Farris No Registration required.  ADA Accommodation Request .

Santa Teresa, Group Study Room A, 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119

The Santa Teresa Branch Library presents an in person adult English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club. This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners who want to develop and increase English Language and vocabulary skills. Participants will be practicing a variety of literacy activities.  Free, no registration required, all materials will be provided ADA Accommodation Requests