In partnership with Restoring Rainbows, join us for an family Rock Painting workshop celebrating Diwali. In this creative workshop, an instructor will streamline a hands-on experience by guiding participants in painting decorative rocks inspired by the vibrant colors and traditions of Diwali. Free. Registration required. All tools and supplies are generously provided by Restoring Rainbows. ADA Accommodation Requests
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Grab and Go STEM Kit: Dreamcatchers (Edenvale Teen Room, San Jose) — Explore geometric patterns blending Native American culture and math with ready-made kits, materials included, ages 12–18.
Learn TinkerCAD basics, watch a live 3D printer demo, and receive a printed giveaway at Cambrian’s 2nd‑floor Tech Center, free, ages 8‑14, registration required.
Lily Qi discusses her memoir Elected American: From Red China to Blue Maryland at a CHSA book talk with complimentary lunch buffet, $15 admission, $40 with book copy.
How to Train Your Dragon Jr. (Montgomery Theater, San Jose) — Musical adventure with score, ensemble portraying Hiccup and Toothless, part of CMT San Jose's Junior Talents program.
Participants craft fall-themed sensory bottles while exploring density, buoyancy, and seasonal changes in a hands‑on STEAM session at the Biblioteca Latinoamericana community room, for 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+.
Emoji art workshop in King Library’s Mezzanine Exploration Room teaches grades 3‑6 students iPad Sketchbook drawing basics for creating expressive emoji projects, free, ages 5–12.
Southside Community Center hosts a 3‑hour LEGO® Dinosaur Exploration workshop where participants build ancient creatures, jungle scenes, and fossil displays for ages 5–9.
Build detailed LEGO® dinosaurs, prehistoric scenes, and dig site dioramas while learning design and problem‑solving at Willow Glen Community & Senior Center, Room 3, for ages 5–10.
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+.
