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Story times in San Jose, CA this week

Browse library story times, baby lapsits, toddler and preschool storytime, and bilingual stories in San Jose, CA.

We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to pick the 32 best story times in San Jose, CA between September 29 and October 5. Updated daily.

Our best picks: story times in San Jose, CA — September 29 – October 5

TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER

11 AM – 12 PM·Seven Trees, San Jose

Come join us every Tuesday for Infant & Toddler Storytime! Infant & Toddler Storytime invites babies and their caregivers to learn together by strengthening their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! The…

11 AM – 12 PM·Rose Garden, Children's Picture Book area, San Jose

This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently , and their caregivers. Come join us every Tuesday for Baby Lapsit Storytime! Baby Lapsit invites newborns, infants, babies, and their caregivers to learn together by strengthening their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles…

11 AM – 12 PM·Village Square, Community Room, 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…

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Willow Glen, Community Room, 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…

11 AM – 12 PM·East SJ Carnegie, 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…

5:45 PM – 6:30 PM·Almaden, Program Room, San Jose

The Almaden Branch library warmly invites you to a bilingual Hindi-English Storytime for the community. This special Storytime helps children strengthen their language comprehension skills while enjoying traditional rhymes and stories from the Indian culture. Offered monthly, this engaging program is aimed for kids age…

WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Vineland, San Jose

Baby/Toddler Storytime invites children and their caregivers to wiggle, rhyme, and sing with diverse books, songs, and fingerplays that encourage language, play, and exploration.This program is geared for children 0 to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers, but all children are welcome. Free, with limited capacit…

10:30 AM · 11 AM · 11:15 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…

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

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 minu…

11 AM – 12 PM·King Library, Children's Room, 1st floor, San Jose

Infant and Toddler Storytime invites children and their caregivers to wiggle, rhyme, and sing with diverse books, songs, and fingerplays that encourage language, play, and exploration. This program is geared for children 0 to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers, but all children are welcome! After Storytime con…

11 AM – 12 PM·Rose Garden, 1st Floor, Community Room, 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…

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Seven Trees, 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…

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Seven Trees, San Jose

Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate and learn about Hispanic Heritage Month through stories, songs, and more of your favorite storytime activities. This program is in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. ADA Accommodation Requests

THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER

10:15 AM · 10:30 AM · 11 AM·Almaden, Program Room, 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…

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

Join us for a captivating journey celebrating Filipino American Heritage Month during our special storytime at the library. Delve into the rich tapestry of Filipino culture through engaging stories, vibrant music, and exciting activities that honor the traditions and contributions of Filipino Americans. Take advantage…

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

Infant and Toddler Storytime invites children and their caregivers to wiggle, rhyme, and sing with diverse books, songs, and fingerplays that encourage language, play, and exploration. This program is geared for children 0 to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers, but all children are welcome! Free, 50 person max…

10:30 AM · 11:15 AM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

参加亲子中文故事 / 唱歌跳舞 / 小小藝術活動。 · 第一個星期四 : 中文故事 / 唱歌跳舞 · 第二個星期四 : 中英雙語小小藝術活動 · 第三個星期四 : 中文故事 / 唱歌跳舞 · 第四個和最後一個星期四 : 中英雙語小小音樂與運動活動 最新的中文書在這裡 , 找 最新的 中文 兒童讀物 , 中文兒童 電子書 , 以及其他 簡體中文 儿童读物. 歡迎您參加親子活動!這是一個很好的機會,可以認識其他鄰居,並結交新朋友 免费的亲子中文 活動. 座位数量有限. 门票将在故事时间开始前 30 分钟在询问处领取。 圖書館中文资源 : 大人最新中文书 , 中文電子書 , 非小說類電子書 (Overdrive) 有歡迎大家一起來借閱電子…

11 AM – 12 PM·King Library, Children's Room, 1st Floor, San Jose

This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently , and their caregivers. Baby Lapsit invites newborns, infants, babies, and their caregivers to learn together and strengthen their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we…

11 AM – 12 PM·Cambrian, 1st Floor Community Room, San Jose

Join us for a special storytime celebrating the joy of reading and the freedom to explore stories of all kinds! We'll read fun, age-appropriate picture books that have been challenged or banned in the past — books about being yourself, making friends, and celebrating differences. Together we'll share stories and songs…

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Santa Teresa, 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 for…

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

Join us for an enriching celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month during our special storytime at the library. Immerse yourself in captivating tales and engaging activities that honor Hispanic and Latino communities' diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions. Discover the beauty and richness of Hispanic heritage as…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Evergreen, Community Room, 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…

FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER

12:15 PM – 12:45 PM·Joyce Ellington, San Jose

This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently , and their caregivers. Baby Lapsit invites newborns, infants, babies, and their caregivers to learn together and strengthen their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Evergreen, Children's Area, San Jose

Thân mời các bé cùng cha mẹ hoặc người chăm sóc bé đến tham dự Giờ Kể Chuyện và làm thủ công bằng tiếng Việt tại Thư Viện Evergreen! Chúng ta sẽ cùng nhau nghe kể chuyện, hát ca và tham gia các hoạt động vui nhộn giúp bé phát triển kỹ năng ngôn ngữ và niềm yêu thích đọc sách từ sớm. Sau phần kể chuyện, các bé sẽ được h…

SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM·King Library, First Floor Children's Room/Mezzanine, San Jose

Join us for a captivating journey celebrating Filipino American History Month during our special storytime and Parol lantern making craft at the library. Delve into the rich tapestry of Filipino culture through engaging stories, vibrant music, and exciting activities that honor the traditions and contributions of Filip…

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…

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…

SUNDAY
4
OCTOBER

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM·Hillview, Children's Area, San Jose

Join us for a special storytime celebrating the joy of reading and the freedom to explore stories of all kinds! We'll read fun, age-appropriate picture books that have been challenged or banned in the past — books about being yourself, making friends, and celebrating differences. Together we'll share stories and songs…

3:15 PM – 4:15 PM·Evergreen, Community Room, 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…

4 PM – 5 PM·King Library, Children's Room, 1st Floor, San Jose

Best for children ages 0-8 with their caregivers; all families welcome! 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…

MONDAY
5
OCTOBER

11 AM · 5:30 PM·Mt. Pleasant, San Jose

Join us for a special storytime celebrating the joy of reading! Together we'll share stories and songs that spark the imagination. This is part of our regulary Music and Movement Storytime geared towards ages 0-3. After Storytime concludes, families are invited to Stay & Play! For 30 minutes after storytime, special, a…

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Seven Trees, 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…

Questions

Are library story times free?

Almost always. Of the story times we list that state a price, more than 99% are free. Some ask you to register or cap the room, so check the event's page before you go.

What ages are story times for?

Baby or lapsit story times are for newborns to about 18 months, toddler story times for roughly 1 to 3, and preschool story times for 3 to 5. Family story times welcome all ages together.

How often is this list updated?

Every day. We collect story times from public library and venue calendars and rebuild this page each night.

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