Bascom Group Arts- October 2026

Wed · Oct 7·Washington Room · San Jose

Come join us at Mayfair Community Center for some arts and crafts fun! Throughout the program participants will improve fine motor skills, increase social skills, and learn to expand their creativity. Each class will be guided by a City Staff. This program is geared towards groups of people with disabilities. Organizat…

Wed · Oct 7·4 PM – 5:30 PM·King Library, TeenHQ, Mezzanine, San Jose

Middle and high schoolers: Come explore the TeenHQ MakerSpace! Up to 5 teens at a time can use the space to utilize our 3D printers, Poster Printer, GlowForge, Sewing & Serger Machines, Cricut, Button Press, and miscellaneous craft supplies. Work with our teen librarian to bring your idea to life. Each machine and othe…

Tue · Oct 6·3:15 PM – 4:15 PM·Bascom, children's area, San Jose

Make designs like a sailboat, penguin, frog, or samurai helmet using colorful paper. Then decorate your origami with markers! This is a self-directed program in which all supplies and instructions are made available. A staff member or volunteer will be available for assistance. Registration recommended but not required…

Tue · Oct 6·2 PM – 4 PM·Willow Glen, Community Room, San Jose

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…

Tue · Oct 6·6 PM·Sunnyvale Public Library, 665 W. Olive Ave Sunnyvale, California 94086

Get a little spooky and join us to make a faux insect taxidermy plaque. All materials will be provided. Supplies are first come, first served. Room: Main Library, Program Room Audience: Adults 18+ Registration: Not required. Register for an email reminder. Register for Adults Create: Faux Taxidermy Insects Like all Sun…

Fri · Sep 4·Southside Full, Only Cypress at 9:00am · San Jose

Monterey Cannery Row captivates visitors from all over the world with luxurious waterfront hotels, enticing restaurants and captivating boutiques, Cannery Row is the ideal place to soak up the culture and beauty of Monterey Bay! * Lunch is not provided in this trip. ** The Southside Community Center bus is full. Pickup…

Fri · Sep 4·Camden Park · San Jose

Celebrate the new season with Camden Community Center at our Jump Into Fall FREE community event for all ages! Join us at the Camden Main Field from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for an evening of family fun featuring music, carnival games, bounce houses, and activities for all ages. Meet our amazing program vendors and learn abo…

Fri · Sep 4·Willow Glen : Multipurpose Room · San Jose

Tai Chi is an art embracing the mind, body, and spirit. Tai Chi is an effective exercise that consists of physical exercises and stretches. Tai Chi has been described as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle movements connecting the mind and body. The benefits of Tai Chi include reduced stres…