TUESDAY
27
OCTOBER
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library
128 upcoming events for kids and families at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · San Jose · Updated October 21, 2026
- Type Library
- Where San Jose · Open in Maps ↗
- Official site sjpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events ↗
- Part of San José Public Library
Upcoming events here (128)
The next 40 of 128, refreshed daily.
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
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.
Teen voiceover challenge at King Library’s TeenHQ mezzanine lets participants record a Frankenstein‑inspired script in a recording studio, free for ages 12–18.
Volunteer Homework Coach Delaney assists K‑5 students with assigned homework in the King Library Children’s Room, free, for ages 5–12.
WEDNESDAY
28
OCTOBER
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.
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
Wiggle, rhyme, and sing with books, songs, and fingerplays in King Library Children’s Room, stay to play with toys and a librarian, for ages 5 and under.
Andy Z performs at King Library, then a costume parade moves from first to third floor, ending with a scavenger hunt in Children’s Room, ages 10 and under.
Music and Movement in King Library Children's Room offers storytime, songs, scarves, shakey eggs, rhythm sticks for literacy and motor skill development, free, for ages 10 and under.
THURSDAY
29
OCTOBER
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
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.
Storytime with songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes and books, then Stay & Play with librarian in King Library’s Children’s Room, free, limited capacity, for ages 5 and under.
Volunteer Homework Coach Lejla helps K‑5 students complete assigned work in King Library’s Children’s Room, free, for ages 5–12.
FRIDAY
30
OCTOBER
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.
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
SATURDAY
31
OCTOBER
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
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.
One‑on‑one reading sessions with Christian in Spanish or English at King Library’s Children’s Room, helping grades K‑5 build confidence and comprehension, ages 5–10.
One‑on‑one reading sessions with Kristina in the King Library Children’s Room help kids build confidence and comprehension for ages 5–10.
Create a rock‑paper‑scissors game on iPads using Swift Playgrounds in King Library’s Children’s Room, with all materials provided, free for ages 5–12.
SUNDAY
1
NOVEMBER
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.
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
Storytime with songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement followed by a Stay & Play with toys and librarian in King Library’s Children’s Room, free for ages 5 and under.
MONDAY
2
NOVEMBER
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.
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
Robot Hand DIY in the King Library Exploration Room lets children build a functional robot hand, free, no registration required, for ages 5–10.
TUESDAY
3
NOVEMBER
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
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.
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.
Resume & Cover Letter Workshop (King Library, 3rd Floor, SJPL Works) — Career Librarian teaches resume, cover letter basics, highlighting accomplishments and skills, for ages 18 and up.
Volunteer Homework Coach Delaney assists K‑5 students with assigned homework in the King Library Children’s Room, free, for ages 5–12.
WEDNESDAY
4
NOVEMBER
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.
Vibrant ofrendas by local artists displayed at King Library, with live performances, artist talks, hot chocolate and tamales; free, all ages.
Regular programs
- Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit
- Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today
- Tech Mentor
- Homework Coaching with Delaney
- Infant & Toddler Storytime
- Indoor Music and Movement
- Baby Lapsit Storytime + Stay & Play
- Homework Coaching with Lejla
- Reading Buddies with Christian in Spanish or English
- Reading Buddies with Kristina
- Indoor Family Storytime + Stay & Play
Keep going
Other San José Public Library locations
Almaden Branch LibraryAlum Rock Branch LibraryBascom Branch LibraryBiblioteca Latinoamericana Branch LibraryCalabazas Branch LibraryCambrian Branch LibraryEast San José Carnegie Branch LibraryEdenvale Branch LibraryEducational Park Branch LibraryEvergreen Branch LibraryHillview Branch LibraryJoyce Ellington Branch Library
Less searching. Better weekends.
Get your personalized event picks for free
A thoughtful list, delivered every week. Free, local, and personalized to you.
- Personalized event feed based on your interests, city, and age groups.
- Weekly event picks delivered to your email inbox.
- Search and filter the full event catalog.
How it works
Create your free profile
About a minute. No payment required.
Tune your picks
Choose ages, interests, and nearby cities.
Get your weekly shortlist
Fifteen event picks for you.
Explore the full list
Browse the complete local catalog anytime.