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Willow Glen Branch Library
61 upcoming events for kids and families at Willow Glen Branch Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · San Jose · Updated September 16, 2026
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Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families. Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays. ADA Accommodation Requests
TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate and learn about the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival through stories, songs, and more of your favorite storytime activities. 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…
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…
Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet? All hand needle crafts welcome. No training or supplies are provided, but if you need advice there are many experienced knitters who are happy to lend a h…
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 tutors can help…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free.…
Help your child build confidence and strengthen their English or Spanish reading skills in a fun and supportive environment! Children in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to read aloud in English or Spanish to trained teen volunteers who will offer encouragement and help with pronunciation when needed. Whether…
The Reading on the Avenue Book Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 PM. Newcomers welcome! 2026 Book Selections: January (non-fiction) : A Woman of No Importance : The Untold Story of an American Spy Who Helped Win WWII by Sonia Purnell February (fiction): Yellowface by R. F. Kuang March (classic fictio…
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free.…
FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
Join us every Friday at the Willow Glen Branch Library for a fun activity for kids. Activities may include arts & crafts, special performances or workshops, and board or video games. This week -- Use your imagination and see what you can make with the library's mystery supplies... Note: 2nd Friday of every month is fre…
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
Learn new skills in a relaxed and interactive group setting! EasyTech Seniors is led by Malhar, a local high school student with a passion for helping senior citizens embrace technology to enrich their daily lives. For the best experience we recommend bringing your own mobile device, but you can also follow the demonst…
Join us for Saturday STEM! Kids will explore a fun STEM activity focused on the theme of the day. This week join MAD SCIENCE in exploring the 3 states of matter and melting metal in boiling water. Turn water into ice in 30 seconds, build a giant bubbling potion, and create the same awesome smoke illusions used in the m…
MONDAY
28
SEPTEMBER
Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families. Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays. ADA Accommodation Requests
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…
Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet? All hand needle crafts welcome. No training or supplies are provided, but if you need advice there are many experienced knitters who are happy to lend a h…
WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free.…
Help your child build confidence and strengthen their English or Spanish reading skills in a fun and supportive environment! Children in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to read aloud in English or Spanish to trained teen volunteers who will offer encouragement and help with pronunciation when needed. Whether…
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free.…
FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER
A lecture series presented by the Delphian Study Club - providing the opportunity for lifelong learning and friendship via lectures and events. The current series: “Meet the Instruments & Meet the Dynasties” will focus on the history and engineering of musical instruments and the composers who wrote for the instruments…
Join us every Friday at the Willow Glen Branch Library for a fun activity for kids. Activities may include arts & crafts, special performances or workshops, and board or video games. Note: 2nd Friday of every month is free play with Legos®! This day we'll be making Handprint Haunted Houses! All supplies will be provide…
SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER
Join us for Saturday STEM! Kids will explore a fun STEM activity focused on the theme of the day. This week our volunteer Kashmir will present a hands-on activity where you'll create your own invisible ink using simple, everyday ingredients. In this fun and educational program, you'll explore the science behind invisib…
MONDAY
5
OCTOBER
Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families. Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays. ADA Accommodation Requests
TUESDAY
6
OCTOBER
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…
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…
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…
Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet? All hand needle crafts welcome. No training or supplies are provided, but if you need advice there are many experienced knitters who are happy to lend a h…
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 tutors can help…
WEDNESDAY
7
OCTOBER
A fun and engaging literary discussion group. The Willow Glen Library Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 1PM in the library Community Room. Newcomers welcome! 2026 Book Selections: January 7th - Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell February 4th - The Book Swap by Tessa Bickers March 4th - Eligible by Cu…
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free.…
Help your child build confidence and strengthen their English or Spanish reading skills in a fun and supportive environment! Children in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to read aloud in English or Spanish to trained teen volunteers who will offer encouragement and help with pronunciation when needed. Whether…
THURSDAY
8
OCTOBER
Join us for artsy fun as we learn about different artists and art styles that have made a major impact on creative thinking in our world. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free.…
Learn the basics of creating a successful resume in this 15-minute introductory session with a Librarian. Topics will include common resume formats, organizing your experience, and how to use keywords from job descriptions to strengthen your resume. After the introductory session, participants may have brief one-on-one…
FRIDAY
9
OCTOBER
Join us every Friday at the Willow Glen Branch Library for a fun activity for kids. Activities may include arts & crafts, special performances or workshops, and board or video games. Note: 2nd Friday of every month is free play with Legos®! All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodatio…
SATURDAY
10
OCTOBER
Join volunteers from Heart Chan Meditation for a relaxing meditation workshop. During this workshop, we will go through posture, breathing techniques, how to relax the body and how to focus during meditation. There will be several guided meditations to exercise the basic techniques (breathing, relaxation, and focus). W…
Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. Volunteer away your fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers are needed to help with: Book cover cleaning - Use disinfecting wipes to reinvigorate dingy books C…
Join us for Saturday STEM! Kids will explore a fun STEM activity focused on the theme of the day. This week join MAD SCIENCE as we dig into the world of worms! Experiment to find the ideal worm habitat. Observe worms on the move. Experience how worms eat and take home your very own worm composter. Space is limited to 1…
MONDAY
12
OCTOBER
Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families. Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays. ADA Accommodation Requests
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…
Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet? All hand needle crafts welcome. No training or supplies are provided, but if you need advice there are many experienced knitters who are happy to lend a h…
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