Calabazas Branch Library

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

A book club dedicated to "Outlaws of the Marsh " the classic Chinese fiction. This club is designed for children who are fans of the story and is conducted entirely in Mandarin Chinese. The event is organized by dedicated teen volunteers from Lynbrook High School. ADA Accommodation Requests 小朋友们，你们听说过《 水浒传 》108个梁山好汉的故事…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, Group Study Room, San Jose

Boost your English conversation skills with our volunteer instructor, Ms. Veena, in a welcoming and respectful setting tailored for adult learners. Improve your speaking and listening abilities, broaden your vocabulary, participate in discussions on current events, and more—all at no cost. Pre-registration is required…

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

This is an Open Rehearsal featuring the Chinese Erhu (the Erhu is traditional two-stringed bowed musical instrument often referred to as the "Chinese violin") . The public is invited to observe the preparation process for an upcoming performance and participate in a Q&A session. 「雅韻中樂團」以二胡為主要樂器，也誠摯歡迎其他中西樂器同好一同參與。 參加者多為…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

Feel free to showcase your ongoing DIY projects at the library, whether it's knitting, drawing, stitching, painting, home improvement, or any other creative endeavor. Our adult programs are inclusive and open to all regardless of ability. We welcome you to bring your projects/hobbies and meet fellow community members w…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

Join us at the Calabazas Library on the fourth and Last Tuesdays of every month for our Easy Exercise! Get moving with gentle, low-impact exercises ranging from Tai Chi to chair yoga. Stay active and energized—please remember to wear comfortable clothing. ADA Accommodation Requests

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

Join us for a fun Storytime with the City’s Environmental Services Department! Kids will enjoy stories and activities while learning about storm drains, keeping water clean, and easy ways to save water at home. Perfect for young children and their families. Free. No Registration necessary. San José Public Library Story…

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…

4 PM – 5 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making. Sept 2 - Sphero Messages Sept 9 - Paper Towers Sept 16 - Augmented Reality Sept 23 - Power of 2 Appropriate for ages 8 to 12. To manage space, adults are asked to stay outside of the class. If your child isn't…

5:45 PM – 6:45 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Looking to make new friends and have fun at the same time? Teen Craft & Connect (ages 12–18) is a welcoming weekly program created to help teens hang out, get creative, and build real connections in a friendly, relaxed setting. September 16 - Bedazzling mirrors September 23 - Decorating tote bags September 30 - Jewelry…

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…

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·Calabazas, community room, San Jose

Join our wonderful volunteer instructor Audrey Chen for line dancing classes. Have fun and enjoy music performing calorie-burning dance movements! Please note this will be an indoor program. Schedule: Thursdays, 星期四, 下午 1:30pm - 2:30pm September: 3, 10, 17, 24 October: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November: 5,12, 19 December: 3, 1…

3:30 PM · 4:30 PM · 5:30 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Join us every Thursday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure for young scientists and their caregivers, from robots to engineering to science to making. Sept 3 - Structural Engineering Sept 10 - Cloud Lab Sept 17 - Pirate Science Sept 24 - Sphero Art Appropriate for ages 3 to 7. To prevent overcrowding, this program is h…

4 PM – 5 PM·Calabazas, Group Study Room , San Jose

Participants will practice basic conversation in day-to-day life at the Calabazas Library. We will work on vocabulary and review basic sentence structures. For adults who need more practice and are not fluent in English. Knowledge of English is needed. Pre-registration is required to attend and receive reminder emails…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also called the Chinese Moon Festival , is a traditional celebration that brings families together to celebrate the harvest under a full moon. Join us on a journey to explore and learn about the festival's rich history. You'll have the opportunity to enjoy music played on traditional Chinese in…

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…

2 PM – 3 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Drop in every Saturday for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making. September 5 - Robot Reactions September 12 - Paper Circuits September 19 - LEGO Challenge September 26 - Amazing Brains Recommended for ages 4 and up with adult help, and 8 and up solo. Tickets available at the desk 30 mi…

4 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

Join us for an author event with Xuan Xin (玄心), featuring the book Above the Clouds (雲層之上). Presented in Mandarin Chinese. 雲層之上的追夢人——與《 雲層之上 》作者玄心面對面聊聊天! 请点击此链接阅读这本书。 https://sjpl.pressbooks.pub/ab... 作者玄心的背景與作品概要： 個人經歷 ：玄心出生於四川大山山村，早年在資源有限的環境下成長。後憑藉努力考入北京頂尖工科大學，並赴新加坡-麻省理工聯盟（Singapore-MIT Alliance）深造數學與工程學。 職涯軌跡 ：曾任職於華…

4 PM – 5 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Come join us the first Thursday of the month for our monthly Calabazas Teens Reach meeting. This is a great way to meet other teens volunteering with the library, earn volunteer hours, work on projects, and just have fun. You don't need to be a member to join the meeting, but you will need to be enrolled as a volunteer…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

A book club dedicated to "Outlaws of the Marsh " the classic Chinese fiction. This club is designed for children who are fans of the story and is conducted entirely in Mandarin Chinese. The event is organized by dedicated teen volunteers from Lynbrook High School. ADA Accommodation Requests 小朋友们，你们听说过《 水浒传 》108个梁山好汉的故事…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, Group Study Room, San Jose

Boost your English conversation skills with our volunteer instructor, Ms. Veena, in a welcoming and respectful setting tailored for adult learners. Improve your speaking and listening abilities, broaden your vocabulary, participate in discussions on current events, and more—all at no cost. Pre-registration is required…

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

This is an Open Rehearsal featuring the Chinese Erhu (the Erhu is traditional two-stringed bowed musical instrument often referred to as the "Chinese violin") . The public is invited to observe the preparation process for an upcoming performance and participate in a Q&A session. 「雅韻中樂團」以二胡為主要樂器，也誠摯歡迎其他中西樂器同好一同參與。 參加者多為…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

Join us at the Calabazas Library on the fourth and Last Tuesdays of every month for our Easy Exercise! Get moving with gentle, low-impact exercises ranging from Tai Chi to chair yoga. Stay active and energized—please remember to wear comfortable clothing. ADA Accommodation Requests

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

Feel free to showcase your ongoing DIY projects at the library, whether it's knitting, drawing, stitching, painting, home improvement, or any other creative endeavor. Our adult programs are inclusive and open to all regardless of ability. We welcome you to bring your projects/hobbies and meet fellow community members w…

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…

12 PM – 1 PM·Calabazas, group study room , San Jose

Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers will be responsible for: Book cover cleaning – Use disinfecting wipes to reinvigora…

4 PM – 5 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making. Sept 2 - Sphero Messages Sept 9 - Paper Towers Sept 16 - Augmented Reality Sept 23 - Power of 2 Appropriate for ages 8 to 12. To manage space, adults are asked to stay outside of the class. If your child isn't…

5:45 PM – 6:45 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Looking to make new friends and have fun at the same time? Teen Craft & Connect (ages 12–18) is a welcoming weekly program created to help teens hang out, get creative, and build real connections in a friendly, relaxed setting. September 16 - Bedazzling mirrors September 23 - Decorating tote bags September 30 - Jewelry…

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…

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·Calabazas, community room, San Jose

Join our wonderful volunteer instructor Audrey Chen for line dancing classes. Have fun and enjoy music performing calorie-burning dance movements! Please note this will be an indoor program. Schedule: Thursdays, 星期四, 下午 1:30pm - 2:30pm September: 3, 10, 17, 24 October: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November: 5,12, 19 December: 3, 1…

4 PM – 5 PM·Calabazas, Group Study Room , San Jose

Participants will practice basic conversation in day-to-day life at the Calabazas Library. We will work on vocabulary and review basic sentence structures. For adults who need more practice and are not fluent in English. Knowledge of English is needed. Pre-registration is required to attend and receive reminder emails…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Our partner, Budding Leaders, is hosting arts and crafts classes for ages 4+ with adult help, 8+ solo. We will supply materials and samples and help you create beautiful art work. Tickets available at the desk 30 minutes before program starts. All individuals (of any age) attending need a ticket and must be present to…

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…

12 PM – 1 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

The Bay Area's mild climate supports multiple growing seasons for a diverse number of Asian vegetables. Come and learn which varieties of Asian vegetables are suitable for growing in the South Bay Area and when is the best time to plant each variety. We will highlight what gardeners can do right now to prepare for a bo…

2 PM – 3 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Drop in every Saturday for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making. September 5 - Robot Reactions September 12 - Paper Circuits September 19 - LEGO Challenge September 26 - Amazing Brains Recommended for ages 4 and up with adult help, and 8 and up solo. Tickets available at the desk 30 mi…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, San Jose

Are you someone who enjoys crafting or wants to try your hand at something creative? Join us on the first Saturday of the month for an adult crafting session - no experience necessary. In August, we'll be making scented sachets in a decorated bag. No registration required, supplies limited. ADA Accommodation Requests

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, Group Study Room, San Jose

Boost your English conversation skills with our volunteer instructor, Ms. Veena, in a welcoming and respectful setting tailored for adult learners. Improve your speaking and listening abilities, broaden your vocabulary, participate in discussions on current events, and more—all at no cost. Pre-registration is required…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

A book club dedicated to "Outlaws of the Marsh " the classic Chinese fiction. This club is designed for children who are fans of the story and is conducted entirely in Mandarin Chinese. The event is organized by dedicated teen volunteers from Lynbrook High School. ADA Accommodation Requests 小朋友们，你们听说过《 水浒传 》108个梁山好汉的故事…

Calabazas, San Jose

Play bingo with banned and challenged books during Banned Books Week. Mark off squares featuring titles that have faced censorship, from classics to modern favorites. A fun way to celebrate intellectual freedom and every reader's right to choose their own books. Pick up your bingo card at the information desk to partic…

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

This is an Open Rehearsal featuring the Chinese Erhu (the Erhu is traditional two-stringed bowed musical instrument often referred to as the "Chinese violin") . The public is invited to observe the preparation process for an upcoming performance and participate in a Q&A session. 「雅韻中樂團」以二胡為主要樂器，也誠摯歡迎其他中西樂器同好一同參與。 參加者多為…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Calabazas, community room , San Jose

Feel free to showcase your ongoing DIY projects at the library, whether it's knitting, drawing, stitching, painting, home improvement, or any other creative endeavor. Our adult programs are inclusive and open to all regardless of ability. We welcome you to bring your projects/hobbies and meet fellow community members w…