Learn basic engineering and coding while having LEGO-style fun with LEGO SPIKE Prime! Participants will follow simple step-by-step picture instructions on a tablet to build an exciting frog, dog, or other kind of robot, and then learn to use simple Word Blocks to make their robot perform their commands! This program is great for beginners. No prior experience is necessary. Limited to 10 participants. Free. ADA Accommodation Requests
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Write a thank‑you note on a paper leaf and attach it to the Gratitude Tree by the Information Desk; free, for all ages.
New craft activity each Friday in the Joyce Ellington Children’s Area, supplies provided, free, no registration required, ages 5–10.
Explore 70 years of LGBTQ+ publications—from early Gay Pride flyers to AIDS-era newsletters and debates on marriage, employment, and military service—at King Library.
Holiday lights display transforms Downtown San Jose into six themed zones—Golden Christmas, Enchanted Jungle, California Garden, Mermaid Current, Cactus Mirage, White Christmas Wonderland—with food and treats.
Jewelry-making night at Mt. Pleasant offers supplies and project ideas for adults to create personal pieces or gifts, with a relaxed, creative atmosphere, for ages 18 and up.
Build Archimedes screw models with varying thread pitches to test marble movement efficiency, Berryessa Community Room, San Jose, for ages 5–10.
Beginner English groups practice basic vocabulary, grammar, and dialogue in Almaden’s Program Room, drop‑in, free, 18 and up, ADA accommodations available.
Volunteer tech mentors offer assistance with printing, Word, Excel, email setup, security tips, and SJPL eResources at King Library’s 3rd‑floor service desk, free, for ages 18 and up.
Bridge card game sessions in Cambrian Community Room offer relaxed practice and social interaction for experienced players, limited seating, registration required, free, for ages 18 and up.
Danika from Artist’s Garden Oasis leads a pumpkin centerpiece workshop at Cosentino Family Farm, providing locally sourced pumpkins and organically grown dried materials for crafting autumn decorations.
Thanksgiving dinner featuring turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, sweet pies, crafts, and raffle prizes at Mayfair Community Center’s Chavez Hall, for ages 18–98.
Interactive music and movement session featuring songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities in the Joyce Ellington Community Room, for ages 5 and under.
