Explore the science of sound through fun, hands-on experiments! Kids will discover how vibrations create sound and experiment with pitch and volume by making salt dance with sound waves and crafting their own musical instrument. Recommended for children 5-10 years old. Free. No registration required, ADA Accommodation Requests
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Hands‑on computer assembly with donated lab PCs in Educational Park’s study room, where participants plug in components, disassemble to a motherboard, reassemble and troubleshoot, free for ages 10+.
A 30‑minute story hour in the Children's Area features reading, music, felts and finger plays for ages 10 and under.
Girl Scout Tech Detective program at The Tech Interactive offers forensic drawing, code practice, fingerprinting, DNA extraction, and ancient DNA identification for badge earners.
At The Tech Interactive, Juniors animate artwork, design video games, build roller‑coaster prototypes, create 3‑D images and glasses, and experiment with sound, earning an Entertainment Technology badge.
Build anything you like with abundant LEGO bricks, alone or in teams, at the Biblioteca Latinoamericana children’s area—free, no registration required, for ages 5–18.
Rochelle Rabouin tells a hat‑focused story, exploring service occupations and their community impact, while kids wear hats, ages 5–12.
Volunteer tech mentors offer assistance with printing, Word, Excel, email setup, security tips, and SJPL eResources at King Library’s 3rd‑floor service desk, free, for ages 18 and up.
Virtual ELL Conversation Club (San José Public Library) — Volunteer instructor leads adult learners in English speaking, listening, vocabulary and current‑event discussions via Zoom; free, ages 18+.
Matilda the Musical performed by CMT San Jose at Montgomery Theater showcases a youth cast bringing Roald Dahl’s story to life.
Aerodynamics workshop at Sunnyvale Public Library’s Program Room teaches physics and engineering, then offers a hands‑on simulator and craft activity, free for ages 13–19.
Joyce Ellington librarian leads outdoor storytime with books, songs, movement activities and bubbles at Backesto Park’s grassy corner of Empire and 13th, free for ages 10 and under.
One-on-one virtual mock interview with a SJPL Business & Career Librarian, answering behavioral questions and receiving feedback, free, ages 12+.
