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SEPTEMBER
Village Square Branch Library
51 upcoming events for kids and families at Village Square Branch Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · San Jose · Updated September 16, 2026
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Need room to get homework done and work on class projects? Join as at the Village Square Homework Club. Basic school supplies and snacks are provided. Volunteers are available to help with homework assignments as well. Teens are also welcome to come and work on their school assignments. This program supported by Friend…
TUESDAY
22
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…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
Build, learn and imagine with Lego! Construct buildings and structures with weekly builder challenges! Free. In-Person. Ages 5 and Up. Kits generously provided by Friends of Village Square Library ADA Accommodation Requests
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program! Join us for this exciting volunteer-led program and learn Bollywood Dance moves for fun and fitness! Walk-ins are welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Join us for socializing, finding new friends, networking, making jokes, learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, and having fun with art! INSIDERS programs are geared towards teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Caregivers are welcome to join. Snacks will be provided. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Ac…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
Register to volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Tables and chairs cleaning – Wipe down crucial furniture used for library events. Tabletop/windows – Help reinvigorate our branch by wiping down tabletops and cleaning dusty wind…
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four-digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For re…
TUESDAY
29
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…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER
Build, learn and imagine with Lego! Construct buildings and structures with weekly builder challenges! Free. In-Person. Ages 5 and Up. Kits generously provided by Friends of Village Square Library ADA Accommodation Requests
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program! Join us for this exciting volunteer-led program and learn Bollywood Dance moves for fun and fitness! Walk-ins are welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Join us for socializing, finding new friends, networking, making jokes, learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, and having fun with art! INSIDERS programs are geared towards teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Caregivers are welcome to join. Snacks will be provided. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Ac…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER
The STEAM Club for Kids is a monthly, one-hour program designed to engage students in hands-on learning across science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Each session introduces a unique STEAM theme featuring an interactive activity, a collaborative project and occasionally a guest speaker. This program t…
SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER
Read our fiction or non-fiction book selection for the month and meet some new friends! Our monthly book club typically meets on the first Saturday of every month at the Village Square Branch Library. Each month read a new book, and then meet with us to have thoughtful discussions. Our selection for upcoming months are…
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four-digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For re…
MONDAY
5
OCTOBER
Need room to get homework done and work on class projects? Join as at the Village Square Homework Club. Basic school supplies and snacks are provided. Volunteers are available to help with homework assignments as well. Teens are also welcome to come and work on their school assignments. This program supported by Friend…
TUESDAY
6
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…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
WEDNESDAY
7
OCTOBER
Build, learn and imagine with Lego! Construct buildings and structures with weekly builder challenges! Free. In-Person. Ages 5 and Up. Kits generously provided by Friends of Village Square Library ADA Accommodation Requests
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program! Join us for this exciting volunteer-led program and learn Bollywood Dance moves for fun and fitness! Walk-ins are welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
THURSDAY
8
OCTOBER
Join us for socializing, finding new friends, networking, making jokes, learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, and having fun with art! INSIDERS programs are geared towards teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Caregivers are welcome to join. Snacks will be provided. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Ac…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
SATURDAY
10
OCTOBER
Participants will learn the basics of playing piano, introduce to music notation, and staff lines. Instructors will bring their own keyboards. You're welcome to bring your keyboard if you have one but not required. First come first serve. Limited to 15 slots. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Accommodation Requests
Are you interested in playing and learning chess? If so, you are invited at the Village Square Branch Library to come and learn to play chess at the beginners and intermediate levels. No registration required. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Accommodation Requests
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four-digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For re…
TUESDAY
13
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…
Embark on a thrilling adventure during our Halloween storytime at the library, where children immerse themselves in spooky tales and festive fun. Join us for interactive storytelling, creating a bewitching atmosphere that ignites imagination and celebrates the season's magic. This program is developed to align with the…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
WEDNESDAY
14
OCTOBER
Build, learn and imagine with Lego! Construct buildings and structures with weekly builder challenges! Free. In-Person. Ages 5 and Up. Kits generously provided by Friends of Village Square Library ADA Accommodation Requests
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program! Join us for this exciting volunteer-led program and learn Bollywood Dance moves for fun and fitness! Walk-ins are welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
THURSDAY
15
OCTOBER
Join us for socializing, finding new friends, networking, making jokes, learn to play Dungeons & Dragons, and having fun with art! INSIDERS programs are geared towards teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Caregivers are welcome to join. Snacks will be provided. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Ac…
FREE Reading Help for Students in Grades 1–3 Recommended for students in 2nd and 3rd grade. Give your child extra support to become a stronger, more confident reader! Reading Partners provides free one-on-one reading tutoring with trained volunteer tutors. Students meet twice a week for 45-minute sessions and receive p…
Learn about volunteering at the library! This leadership and volunteer service group for teens ages 13-18 meets the third Thursday of each month. Get involved, earn volunteer hours, and be a leader in the library. To become a member of Village Square's Teens Reach to volunteer, you must be 13-18 years of age, have a st…
FRIDAY
16
OCTOBER
The Friends of the Village Square Library will be hosting a book sale in the front lobby area. All proceeds directly benefit Village Square Library's events and programs. *Cash Only ADA Accommodation Requests
Join us at the Village Square Branch Library for a fun-filled event to celebrate and highlight the diversity of people and cultures around us. Come celebrate Diwali with arts, crafts, and snacks! While supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests
SATURDAY
17
OCTOBER
Participants will learn the basics of playing piano, introduce to music notation, and staff lines. Instructors will bring their own keyboards. You're welcome to bring your keyboard if you have one but not required. First come first serve. Limited to 15 slots. Walk-ins are welcome! ADA Accommodation Requests
The Friends of the Village Square Library will be hosting a book sale in the front lobby area. All proceeds directly benefit Village Square Library's events and programs. *Cash Only ADA Accommodation Requests
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