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Saturday, July 25

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Melrose Community Cleanup & Gardening on Fourth Saturdays

Melrose Community Garden, Corner of Vicksburg Ave and Ygnacio Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

All ages welcome. No gardening experience needed!

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Cantonese Storytime

Library | Parks and Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco 94080

Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Join Ms. Maggie for Cantonese Family Storytime and songs! Crafts will be offered every other week.

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Filipino Bilingual Storytime

Library | Parks and Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco 94080

Samahan ninyo kami sa mga kwento at kanta kasama si até Louella! Join us for stories and songs with Até Louella!All ages welcome

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FREE Ocean & Faxon Summer Fun Block Party | All Ages

1644 Ocean Ave, San Francisco

Free family fun on Ocean Ave! Live DJ, face painting, balloon artist, games & $10 Shop & Dine vouchers for attendees (limited quantity).

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Family Field Day!

Nunn-Wilson Family Park, Oakley

Get ready for fun games, laughs, and tasty treats at our awesome Family Field Day!

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Family Field Day at Nunn Wilson Family Park

Nunn-Wilson Family Park, Oakley

Join us for a fun-filled Family Field Day at Nunn Wilson Park with games, food, and activities for all ages!

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Doona Liki Trike Takeover Event Aldea Home & Baby San Jose

Aldea Home & Baby, San Jose

Bring your little rider to Aldea San Jose for a Doona Liki Trike test ride, playful fun, expert demos, event savings, and prizes.

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Pinstripes Kids Club - San Mateo, CA

Pinstripes, San Mateo

Make Kids Club part of your monthly routine! Held the second Saturday of each month.

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THE BOOKOUT: Family Storytime and Craft Activities

Marcus Books, Oakland

Join Storyland Collective and Marcus Books for a magical morning of storytelling and imagination!

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Night Hike! @ Nature Area Entrance

Livermore Area Rec & Park District

Venture into Sycamore Grove under cover darkness with Ranger Seth. You'll discover that just because it's dark out doesn't mean the park is asleep! The trail is mostly flat and 1 mile long. It's a guided hike, but at night! No flashlights, lanterns, or head lights allowed. Under 18 yrs must be accompanied by a register…

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1K Books Book Buddy Mailbox

Rose Garden, 2nd Floor, San Jose

Bring stories to life with the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Book Buddies Mailbox! Kids ages 2–5 can write or draw to a favorite storybook character and drop it off at the library. They'll get a personalized letter back—encouraging their love of reading. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests This…

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Storytime

Belle Haven Library, Belle Haven Community Campus, 100 Terminal Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025

Join us at the library with your little one for stories, songs, and fun!

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Grand Saturday Storytime

Grand Avenue Library, 306 Walnut Avenue, 94080 · South San Francisco

Saturdays 10:30 AMStories, songs, and fun for children of all ages on Saturday.

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Family Game Night

Multicultural Bookstore, Richmond

Bring your yourself, your date, or the kids for a chill night packed with laughs, board games, video games, and good vibes for all ages.

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Spin the Wheel at Pearl Branch Library!

Pearl Avenue, San Jose

Stop by the Pearl Avenue Branch Library to spin the wheel and get some fun prizes! After each milestone (8 hours/8 books), children or teens under 18 can spin our prize wheel to win mini toy cars, pencils, stickers, animal squishy toys, and more! Come back to spin the wheel for a prize each time you pass a new mileston…

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Outer Space Scavenger Hunt

Bascom, San Jose

Can you find at least seven of the nine hidden things from outer space in the children's picture book area? If you can, come to the information desk for a prize! Recommended ages 4-10. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

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Grab & Go Craft - Graphic Novel Sketchbook

Biblioteca Latinoamericana, Children's Area, San Jose

Stop by Biblioteca Latinoamericana in the month of July* to pick up a graphic novel sketchbook decorating kit. In the comfort your home you can collage and customize your sketchbook. Kits include a small blank sketchbook, a few pages from old comics or graphic novels, and a sheet with basic instructions to guide you th…

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Uncle Jer's Traveling Bee Show

Library | Parks & Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way, 94080 · South San Francisco

Saturday, July 25, 2026 2:00 PMLearn about the amazing society of honeybees and see real bees up close! This Summer Learning Challenge program will feature storytelling, a honey tasting, and live bees in a safe observation hive.This Summer Learning Challenge Program is made possible through the support of Genentech and…

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Community BBQ & Family Day

Kennedy Park, Hayward

Join us at Kennedy Park for a family-friendly BBQ with food, music, games, and fun for all ages.

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Exploring Plankton & Friends at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

San Mateo County Parks

At Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Visitor Center Saturday, July 25, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. From 11a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, Friends of Fitzgerald Volunteer Naturalists invite you to explore plankton collected in Pillar Point Harbor and dock organisms collected on pier pilings there. See microscopic plankton and…

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Wheels on the Bus - The Musical

Palo Alto Children's Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301

The second Summer Hot Dog show with a delightful story: Wheels on the Bus - The Musical.

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Spin the Wheel At Cambrian

Cambrian, 2nd Floor Information Desk, San Jose

Spin to win! Children and teens ages 18 and under who are participating in Summer Learning can spin Cambrian Branch’s prize wheel after completing the 8-hour or 8-book milestone. Prizes include bubbles, pencils, stickers, animal keychains, and more. While supplies last. Don’t forget to log your reading in your Summer L…

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E3 Family Field Day!

Nunn-Wilson Family Park, Oakley

Join us for E3 Family Field Day! Fun games, tasty treats, and awesome family vibes all day long!

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Library Obstacle Course @North

North Branch · Berkeley

Oh no, the library cat Lucky Day North de la Biblioteca has escaped outdoors! We must find Lucky Day before they get into trouble. Follow the outdoor obstacle course and catch the cat! The obstacle course is located on the pathway between the library building and the trees on the lawn. After completing the obstacle cou…

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BioBlitz at Baylands Park in Sunnyvale

9 AM – 11 AM·Baylands Park - Eucalyptus Hollow, 999 East Caribbean Drive, Sunnyvale, CA, 94089

Discover and document nature at Baylands Park with the Sunnyvale Public Library!

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Member Magic Hour

9 AM – 10 AM·Children's Fairyland · Oakland

Children’s Fairyland opens at 9:00 a.m. for Fairyland Members only.

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Discovery Club

9 AM·Del Valle, Livermore

DEL VALLE: Make your camping trip even more wonderful by discovering the wild wonders of the park through hands-on family-friendly activities every Saturday morning at the campground upper lawn. 9am-11am, Every Saturday Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend Drop-in any time during the program. Shade is limited…

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Member Magic Hour

9 AM – 10 AM·Children's Fairyland Calendar (two-stage) · Oakland

Children’s Fairyland opens at 9:00 a.m. for Fairyland Members only.

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BioBlitz at Baylands Park

9 AM·Baylands Park, 999 E. Caribbean Drive Sunnyvale, California 94089

Join us for a community BioBlitz at Sunnyvale Baylands Park! A BioBlitz is a collaborative nature observation event where participants of all ages and help document the living world right in our own backyard! We’ll explore the trails and habitats of Sunnyvale Baylands Park, logging as many species of plants, birds, ins…

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Dungeons & Dragons®

9 AM – 11 AM·San Pablo, Conference Room, San Pablo

Grab your D20 and come play Dungeons and Dragons at the San Pablo Library! Dungeons & Dragons® is a role-playing adventure game where you explore fantasy worlds and embark on epic quests! This is a program for teens ages 12 to 18. All experience levels are welcome. This group meets every Saturday from 9am-11am in the C…

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Angelfish Swim Lessons

9:10 AM – 12 AM·City of Fremont Parks & Recreation

This is our Parent & Me class. A caretaker is required to be in the water with their swimmer at all times. Angelfish students focus on getting comfortable in the water. This class incorporates games and songs to encourage your young swimmers to have fun while in a safe environment. Swimmers become comfortable putting t…

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Disability Pride Scavenger Search

9:15 AM – 4:45 PM·Antioch, Antioch

Join us every Saturday in July to celebrate Disability Pride Month with a Scavenger Search. Search the library for each image to reveal the hidden message. When you have completed the search, return to the front desk for a prize! This program is suitable for all ages and is made possible thanks to the support from the…

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Art Walk

10 AM – 7 PM·Filoli Historic House & Garden, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA

Creativity around every corner. Filoli’s Art Walk is back this year, with a twist! New at Art Walk is the children’s art area where young creators can dive into hands-on activities that spark their imagination! Stroll through Filoli’s stunning Garden while local makers showcase handmade treasures to gift or keep for yo…

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BOGO on National Carousel Day

10 AM – 4 PM·SF Zoo Events · San Francisco

On Saturday, July 25, we are offering guests a Buy One, Get One Free carousel ride in honor of National Carousel Day all day long!

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Cuéntame un Cuento—Storytime in Spanish

10 AM – 11 AM·Fremont Public Library

All ages with an adult. Drop in. Storytime in Spanish with Marcela Calderón Durán. Celebrate the rich tapestry of Latin American cultures with an engaging, interactive, and culturally relevant bilingual storytime! Familia todas las edades. No se requiere boleto. Hora de cuentos en español con Marcela Calderón Durán. ¡C…

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Sensory Playtime

10 AM – 11 AM·Oakley, Oakley

Explore and play with different sensory stations of toys, bins, mats, and more. Then, make your own sensory craft to take home. Sit in the calm reading area if you need a break from the noise and excitement. Sensory Playtime is designed for neurodivergent children ages five and under, but all ages and abilities are wel…

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Special Martinez Library Storytime

10 AM – 11 AM·Martinez, Downstairs in Meeting Room , Martinez

This week we celebrate Disability Pride Month and welcome everyone to ASL (American Sign Language) storytelling and music experience. Ms. Kei-Che Randle, a BlackDeaf educator, shares her favorite books in ASL and artistic performance. The audience will be invited to learn ASL handshapes and vocabulary. Immediately foll…

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Family Storytime

10 AM – 11 AM·Hercules, Hercules

Join your friends at Hercules Library for music, rhymes, flannel board stories, and book-centered fun every Saturday! We'll have two identical back-to-back storytimes with limited space in each: 10:00-10:30am in the Children's Library 10:30-11:00am in the Large Conference Room Library storytime is a great way to help y…

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Reading to Children with Kashmir

10 AM – 11 AM·Village Square, Children's Area, San Jose

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. Snacks are offered while s…

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Reading To Children

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Joyce Ellington, Children's Area, San Jose

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. Throughout this 30-minute session, our trained volunteer or a staff member of the library will not only read to your kids but also engage with them using music, fel…

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Storytime at Bill Clark Park

10:15 AM·Bill Clark Park, 5451 Hillflower Dr. Livermore, California 94550

Bring a blanket and sit on the grass for a special outdoor Music and Movement class. A different location every Saturday! Storytime will be moved to Civic Center Library in inclement weather. To receive email notification when storytime is moved or canceled, call 925-373-5500 to sign up for the optional Storytime in th…

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Family Story Time @Central CCR

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Central Library · Berkeley

Join us for fun stories and songs in the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch! Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and their families are all welcome. Saturday at 10:30 AM

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Saturday Science for July, 2026 Drop-in Science Workshop for Families

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Randall Museum 199 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114

Drop-in Science Workshop for Families

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Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Centerville, Fremont

Storytime at the library! Please join us as we learn through stories, songs, and movement activities. Toddlers, preschoolers and families are welcome! Free tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the event begins. Saturday Storytime is held most Saturdays and may be canceled in bad weather or for special events. Li…

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Bilingual Spanish & English Family Storytime

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Morgan Hill Library, Children's Activity Room, Morgan Hill

Join us in the Children's Activity Room for family fun with your little one! Stories, music, movement, and more! Storytimes are bilingual (Spanish/English) and all ages are welcome to attend. ¡Acompáñenos en la sala de actividades para niños para divertirse en familia con su pequeño! ¡Cuentos, música, movimiento y más!…

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Maracas & Movement

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Gilroy Library, 1st Floor, Burrow 1er piso, Madriguera, Gilroy

Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and shout “¡Vamos a bailar!” as we explore music, movement, and children’s rhymes in English and Spanish. Families and caregivers are invited to jump into the fun with percussion instruments, scarves, shakers, and more. Prepárate para moverte, reír y gritar “¡Vamos a bailar!” mientras explo…

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Family Storytime

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Rockridge Branch, Oakland

Family Story Time at Rockridge Branch Library, every Thursday at 10:30am Children of all ages are welcome; content geared toward ages 1 to 5 years. We usually meet indoors in the Upstairs Meeting Room. Occasionally we meet outdoors, in the Staff Parking Lot behind the library - weather permitting! After storytime, we i…

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Family Storytime with Stay & Play

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Belmont, Join us in the Taube room!, Belmont

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. After Storytime join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in open-ended exploration and learning in the company of other children and caregivers.

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JUNIOR RANGERS: Nature ramble for little ones

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·China Camp State Park (San Rafael)

Is your pint-size explorer always turning over rocks, making discoveries, and asking questions? Then he or she will love this mini-adventure, a kid-friendly ramble around our campground. Along the way, we will keep an eye out for baby animals and their homes, such as white-tailed deer fawns and turkey chicks, and other…

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Christmas in July

10:30 AM – 12 PM·Educational Park, San Jose

Come celebrate Christmas in July with us! We'll: Watch Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol Make a fun craft Take pictures with Santa in his beach gear Have sand and water play on the patio Movie runtime: 1 hours 30 minutes This program is sponsored by the San José Public Library Foundation . ADA Accommodation Requests

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Family Storytime at Cupertino Library

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Cupertino Library, Room 101, Cupertino

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 the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. For accessibi…

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Malinky Music

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Atherton, Children's Room, Atherton

Malinky Music offers joyful, bilingual Spanish-English music and movement for young children (ages 0-5) and their families, promoting language development, motor skills, and cultural appreciation through interactive songs and play. This program replaces our regular Family Storytime.

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Unique Derique: Comedy, Juggling, & Hambone Show

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

Let's celebrate Juneteenth with Unique Derique! This legendary performer will give a brief Hambone Body Percussion history lesson and a super fun, high-energy comedy juggling show with some audience participation. Fun for kids and families!

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Paws to Read - Saturday

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM·Orinda, Orinda

Would your child like to read to a friendly therapy dog? Children in grades K through 5 can read to dogs certified for sociability. Beginning readers can get low-stress practice, fluid readers can make a new furry friend. Please show up five minutes before your allotted time and check in with the program staff.

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Family Storytime

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Mitchell Park Library, Midtown Room, Palo Alto

Join Librarian Juliana on Saturdays from 10:30-11 AM at Mitchell Park Library for Family Storytime! Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and rhymes, including a playlist of all of our favorite songs to sing!

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Storytime with AAC (Special Needs Friendly)

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Union City, Union City

Build your child’s communication skills through Shared Reading! “Storytime with AAC” aims to support families/caregivers of AAC users in demonstrating language on their child’s AAC device, along with developing a love for reading and building language through shared interaction and connection. This program is conducted…

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廣東話故事會 / Storytime in Cantonese

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Cherryland, Hayward

一齊嚟聽廣東話歌曲、故事等等!呢個故事會係為學齡前兒童而設,但係歡迎任何年齡小朋友參加! Songs, stories and more in Cantonese! This storytime is geared towards preschoolers, but kids of all ages are welcome! Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-rec…

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Persian Storytime (Bilingual Farsi)

10:30 AM – 11 AM·San Carlos, Children's Room, San Carlos

Join us for a special bilingual Farsi and English storytime the whole family will love. Open to families with children of all ages who will enjoy listening, singing, and playing along.

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Ricky Roo and Friends Puppet Show

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Asian Branch, Oakland

Chris Rachowicz and his puppet friend Ricky Roo share silly jokes and amusement for the whole family.

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Family Time 合家歡時間

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Asian Branch, Oakland

Games and toys for families, and sometimes a storytime or a show. 與家人一同互動, 提供遊戲和玩具。間中會有故事時間或表演。 Get accessibility information .

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Music and Movement

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM·Educational Park, San Jose

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 movement activities. Music and Movement is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of learning for all ages.…

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Summer Math Club

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Village Square, Community Room, San Jose

Village Square Branch Library presents this math program for 3 th thru 5 th graders who are interested in practicing and learning Math. The course aims to improve critical thinking and problem solving skills. Our trained volunteers will cover topics such as multiplication, division, fractions, geometry. Please bring yo…

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Family Storytime & Stay and Play

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Calabazas, San Jose

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 age…

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Saturday Science for July, 2026

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·199 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA

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Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay

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.

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Family Storytime

11 AM·Sunnyvale Public Library, 665 W. Olive Ave Sunnyvale, California 94086

Join us for Family Storytime at 11 a.m. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. This program will be in the Library Program Room. No registration required, but space is limited. Doors will close when the room is full. Accessibility: Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Sun…

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Seaside Story Hour with Marine Science Institute @ Redwood Shores

11 AM·Redwood City, CA

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Music and Movement

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Santa Teresa, Children's Area, San Jose

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 movement activities. Music and Movement is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of learning for all ages.…

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Family Storytime

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Milpitas Library, Activity Room, Milpitas

Join us on Saturday mornings for Family Storytime. This thirty-minute story time features lots of movement, singing, and action. Early literacy focus is on picture books, flannel board stories and fingerplays and an early introduction to group dynamics and socialization. Please note there is no Storytime on: April 18 J…

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Saturday Storytime

11 AM – 11:45 AM·Danville, Danville

Join us on the last Saturday every month (unless it is a holiday or otherwise indicated) at 11:00 to kick off your weekend with Saturday Storytime! Enjoy family time together as we read stories, sing songs, and do rhymes, finger plays and movement activities to build and strengthen early literacy skills. A fun craft fo…

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Central: Happy Birds

11 AM·Central Park Library - Redwood Room, 2635 Homestead Road Santa Clara, California 95051

Let's celebrate our Summer Adventure - Summer Reading Program with this exciting event, and don't forget to register for Summer Adventure to read, learn and play all summer long! Happy Birds performing parrot show will amaze all ages with talented parrots that love to show off! Ed and Julie Cadoza will share their inte…

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Storytme @Edible Schoolyard

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Edible Schoolyard · Berkeley

In partnership with the teachers from the Edible Schoolyard Project, the Berkeley Public Library is excited to present storytime at the Edible Schoolyard! Come sit under the shade of the Grandmother Oak tree and hear some garden-themed tales and songs. After storytime, you are welcome to stay and enjoy the garden space…

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Puppet Show: The Magic Tea Kettle

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Children's Fairyland · Oakland

Playing at the Storybook Puppet Theater 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.

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Zodiac Tours

11 AM – 12 PM·Chabot Space & Science Center · Oakland

38 minutes All ages Come on a tour of the Zodiac, the group of ancient constellations visited by the Sun and planets as they wander along their roadway in the sky . Be dazzled by fabulous facts and fantastic fables of these notable star patterns, and discover what hidden celestial treasures they hold . Chabot Space & S…

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Reading Buddies

11 AM·San Bruno Public Library, 701 Angus Ave W, San Bruno

Expanded summer sessions for Reading Buddies. Have fun reading and improve reading skills during the school year! Students will be paired up for a 30 minute session with a Teen Reading Buddy. For kids entering Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Spanish speaking volunteers available on Saturdays. Drop in only. Sessions beg…

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Delta Discovery Craft

11 AM·Big Break, Oakley

BIG BREAK: Join us for our nature-based activity every weekend! The Delta reveals wonders to those willing to seek it. Discover the hidden world of Big Break through crafts. Drop-in program, no registration. Meet at the Visitor Center. Adult participation required. For information, call: (510) 544-3050.

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LEGO Club

11 AM – 12 PM·Rose Garden, 2nd Floor, Teen Room, San Jose

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. Whether you're constructing towers, spaceships, or entire worlds, the possibilities are endless. Make lasting memories every Saturday and leave feeling like…

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Seaside Story Hour with Marine Science Institute @ Redwood Shores

11 AM·Redwood Shores Branch Library, 399 Marine Parkway Redwood City, California 94065

Learn all about the ocean and marine life with Marine Science Institute. Limited to 30 children. For grades K-5. Sponsored by Friends of the Redwood City Public Library More Information: Contact: Jenny Barnes Phone: (650)780-7046 Email: jbarnes@redwoodcity.org

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Maker Exploration for Families

11 AM – 2 PM·Atherton, Makerspace, Atherton

Want to explore our Makerspace? Come and join us during our open hours to learn about 3D Printing and Laser cutting! This session is intended for families of all ages looking to explore our space! Open Makerspace at Atherton Library is also available on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM

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Reading to Children

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Berryessa, Children's Area- Read to Children Corner, San Jose

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 a small group interaction with our volunteer. Pre-registration is not required, and children may drop in to hear a story any time during the pro…

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Family Storytime

11 AM – 11:30 AM·West Valley, Community Room, San Jose

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. Fre…

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Family Storytime With Stay and Play

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM·Pacifica Sanchez, Pacifica

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. After Storytime join us for Stay and Play, a time to engage in open-ended exploration and learning in the company of other children and caregivers.

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Teddy Bear Picnic

11:30 AM·Hayward Area Recreation & Park District

Do you love sharing special memories with your stuffies? Bring your favorite stuffed friend, lunch, and a blanket to sit for a Teddy Bear Picnic. Meet some of our animal friends at Sulphur Creek Nature Center too! All children must be accompanied by a guardian.

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Reading Buddies

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Alviso, Children's Area 5050 N. 1st Street San Jose, CA 95002, San Jose

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-5 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our reading coach will listen to chil…

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Summer Scavenger Hunts

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Santa Teresa, Community Room, San Jose

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…

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Baba & Me

12 PM – 2 PM·81st Avenue Branch, Oakland

FUN WITH FOOD — Stories, Culture & Literacy A family program where fathers, caregivers & children learn together WHAT WE’LL DO Explore food-themed books, family stories, drawings, and conversation Share how food connects to culture, identity, and tradition Join a Baba’s Reading Circle Take-home ideas to keep creativity…

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Storytime with AAC

12 PM – 1 PM·Concord, Concord

Build your child’s communication skills through shared reading! Storytime with AAC aims to support families/caregivers of emergent communicators by demonstrating language using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, helping children develop a love of reading and building language through shared inter…

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Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club @ Chávez

12 PM – 2:30 PM·César E. Chávez Branch, TeenZone, Oakland

Come hang out with other teens and take part in a popular role playing game! No dice? No problem! Dice are provided and so are start characters for new players. With Dungeon Master Vic. Ven y juega con otros adolescentes un juego de roles popular! Sin dados? No hay problema! Nosotros proporcionaremos dados y personajes…

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Summer STEAM Club

12 PM – 1 PM·Village Square, Community Room, San Jose

The ElectricalLab is holding a hands-on learning workshops designed for students in grades 4th–8th who are interested in electrical engineering. The participants will learn through interactive lessons, fun experiments, and will explore how electricity works. They will build simple circuits, and discover how electrical…

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Dungeons & Dragons

12:30 PM – 2 PM·Portola Valley, Portola Valley

Have you ever wanted to be the hero of your own story? Join us for an exciting Dungeons and Dragons adventure at Portola Valley and live out the fantasy! This program is aimed at kids who want to take on the role of brave adventurers and exercise their creativity. No experience with D&D? No problem! All the books and d…

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Young Art Explorers

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM·Centerville, Fremont

Join us at the Centerville Library for a teen led art workshop. Each session will explore a different style of art. This event is for kids, ages 6-10. All supplies will be provided. June 13 - Stone Painting June 27 - Watercolor July 25 - Sketching August 1 - Collage Art Space is limited and free tickets will given out…

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Kids Build Your Own Hero Figurine @THP South

12:40 PM – 3:20 PM·Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch · Berkeley

From Harry Potter and SpongeBob Square Pants to Scooby Doo and Garden Gnomes, builders will create their own action hero. These figurine-scale creations, inspired by books, films, and more will be made using a variety of fun materials and building techniques. In the workshop, builders will use a variety of hand tools a…

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Get Outdoors-Camping: Under the Stars China - Camp

1 PM – 12 AM·Hayward Area Recreation & Park District

Get ready to sleep under the stars, go hiking, and enjoy family fun! Experience guided hikes, outdoor games, and hands-on activities led by experienced instructors. Gather around the fire for and spend quality time with family . Registration cost covers one person. Camping gear included upon request. Come enjoy the out…

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park Forest Story Time

1 PM – 1:45 PM·Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA · Santa Cruz

Join for a fun story time followed by a nature adventure! This 45-minute program is designed for children ages 3 to 7 but is open to family members […] \n

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Afternoon Art for July, 2026 Saturday Drop-In Art Workshop for Families

1 PM – 4 PM·Randall Museum 199 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114

Saturday Drop-In Art Workshop for Families

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Saturday Fun: DIY Vehicle Toys

1 PM – 2 PM·Hillview, San Jose

Join us for a Free Fun filled Art, Crafts & More Program! All supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome and no registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests

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Saturday Fun: DIY Helicopters

1 PM – 2 PM·Hillview, San Jose

Join us for a Free Fun filled Art, Crafts & More Program! All supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome and no registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests

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Moth Appreciation Hour

1 PM·Coyote Hills, Fremont

COYOTE HILLS REGIONAL PARK – Join us for National Moth Week and discover what makes moths truly marvelous! From velvety-winged night fliers to masters of camouflage, we’ll explore their incredible life cycles, diversity, and vital roles as pollinators and as food for other wildlife. Get to know the fascinating moths of…

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San Mateo County History Museum Presents: Professor Tatiana Irwin at Annual Meeting

1 PM – 2 PM·San Mateo County History Museum - 2200 Broadway, Redwood City

The San Mateo County History Museum, at 2200 Broadway in Redwood City, will present College of San Mateo Associate Professor Tatiana Irwin as its keynote speaker at its Annual Meeting on Saturday, July 25 at 1 pm. Professor Irwin has been consulting with Museum staff on how to best interpret the history of the historic…

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Student-Led Lava Lamps

1 PM – 2 PM·Morgan Hill Library, Children's Activity Room, Morgan Hill

Learn about density, volume, viscosity, and their real-life applications by making your own lava lamp! You will learn about physics and get to take home a project showing your learning and creativity! This program is for kids ages 8-12 . Registration is required. This workshop is an approved Passion Project Proposal, a…

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