TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
Rose Garden Branch Library
52 upcoming events for kids and families at Rose Garden Branch Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · San Jose · Updated September 16, 2026
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English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly at the library in the Group Study Room with a trained facilitator. ADA Accommodation Requests
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…
"Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues." Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play in a safe environment in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and parents can connect and find/lend support to oth…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
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…
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Join the Full Bloom Book Club to explore new books and an interesting afternoon of literary discussion! Our book club will be meeting in person and virtually. All are welcome! We meet every 4th Thursday of the month at 1:00pm. Book List for May to November 2026: May: The Women by Kristin Hannah June: Tell Me Everything…
Learn a Japanese weaving technique and make your own beautiful braided cords! These colorful cords make stylish decorations, or can be used as part of a larger craft! This is a free program with limited space. All materials will be provided. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
English Language Learners are invited to beginner-friendly lessons at the Rose Garden Branch Library. Lessons will be taught by an experienced ELL Teacher. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests --- Invitamos a las personas interesadas en aprender inglés a participar en nuestras clases para principi…
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…
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
Take the world and make it your own with the power of augmented reality! You'll learn how to add your own artistic elements to real-world environments and explore them in real space. This is a program for kids ages 8 and up. Everything needed for this course will be provided, but you are more than welcome to bring your…
TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly at the library in the Group Study Room with a trained facilitator. ADA Accommodation Requests
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…
"Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues." Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play in a safe environment in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and parents can connect and find/lend support to oth…
WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER
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…
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
Join us for a monthly interactive robotics demonstration presented by First Tech Challenge (FTC) Team 23222 from Bellarmine College Preparatory school. Watch these high-tech devices perform a variety of tasks, or take a controller and try maneuvering one yourself! You'll learn about all aspects of robots, from the part…
SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER
English Language Learners are invited to beginner-friendly lessons at the Rose Garden Branch Library. Lessons will be taught by an experienced ELL Teacher. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests --- Invitamos a las personas interesadas en aprender inglés a participar en nuestras clases para principi…
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…
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
TUESDAY
6
OCTOBER
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly at the library in the Group Study Room with a trained facilitator. ADA Accommodation Requests
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…
"Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues." Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play in a safe environment in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and parents can connect and find/lend support to oth…
Come join us for a set of STEM activities presented by Lynbrook High School’s Women in STEM Club! Each month you'll explore a new set of topics as you learn about different fields of science and how they relate to the world. All materials will be provided. The experiments and demonstrations in this program are intended…
WEDNESDAY
7
OCTOBER
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…
THURSDAY
8
OCTOBER
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
FRIDAY
9
OCTOBER
Perfect for young teens just starting out their volunteering journey - come to Rose Garden to get some in-person volunteering experience! Teens of all ages are welcome to join our Drop-In Volunteer Hour every second Friday afternoon from 4PM-5PM to help with a variety of library tasks, such as creating and building boo…
SATURDAY
10
OCTOBER
English Language Learners are invited to beginner-friendly lessons at the Rose Garden Branch Library. Lessons will be taught by an experienced ELL Teacher. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests --- Invitamos a las personas interesadas en aprender inglés a participar en nuestras clases para principi…
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…
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
TUESDAY
13
OCTOBER
It’s storytime with a fun spin. Children will have a blast at this special storytime integrating language and movement with American Sign Language (ASL). Join the laughter and learning with Teacher Bill for a storytime session that includes fun activities, songs, and stories! For parents and caregivers with children up…
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly at the library in the Group Study Room with a trained facilitator. ADA Accommodation Requests
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…
"Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues." Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play in a safe environment in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and parents can connect and find/lend support to oth…
FREE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please call (408) 350-3239 to set up a free one-on-one counseling appointment. Do you have questions about Medicare or Medi-Cal? Sourcewise's HICAP counselors offer one-on-one counseling for those looking to make an informed decision about their Medicare and Medi-Cal options. HICAP Counselo…
Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library for ages 13-18, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates. Rose Garden's Teens Reach group meets monthly on the second Tu…
WEDNESDAY
14
OCTOBER
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…
THURSDAY
15
OCTOBER
If you like making rugs, the Peninsula Rug Makers Guild invites you to join them at their monthly get-together. They meet in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and are happy to share their expertise. They welcome both beginner and experienced rug makers. Join our rug makers on the third Thursday of every month. Fre…
Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help!…
SATURDAY
17
OCTOBER
English Language Learners are invited to beginner-friendly lessons at the Rose Garden Branch Library. Lessons will be taught by an experienced ELL Teacher. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests --- Invitamos a las personas interesadas en aprender inglés a participar en nuestras clases para principi…
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