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 Silicon Valley Reads Books for Youth The countywide reading engagement program, Silicon Valley Reads, offers books for youth. This year, we invite kids to explore diverse perspectives, better understand differences, and work to build bridges with these titles: Thank You, Neighbor by Ruth Chan (PreK-new readers): Join a young narrator and her dog on their daily walk through a bustling urban neighborhood, where our essential community helpers can feel like family. Together, a Forest by Roz MacLean (elementary students): Similar to the different flora found in a forest, this book reminds readers there is no “one right way” for a mind, body or person to be, and that our differences create a truly vibrant community. Front Desk by Kelly Yang (middle grades): While facing poverty, racism, and the unfairness of the American Dream, Mia bravely takes on the role of front desk manager at her family’s motel—but her real job is building a community. Give Me a Sign by Anna Sortino (high school/young adults): A teenage Lilah navigates a world that isn’t built for her, and yearns for a place where she doesn’t have to apologize for who she is. A job as a camp counselor leads to a life-changing summer. |
Free Museum Passes for Patrons Discover & Go is a virtual museum pass program for Santa Clara County Library District cardholders that offers library patrons the ability to reserve admission passes to several dozen museums and cultural attractions throughout the greater Bay Area. Get free passes to places like the Asian Art Museum, California Academy of Sciences, Chabot Space & Science Center, the de Young, the Exploratorium, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and The Tech Interactive. Patrons must be at least 18 years old to reserve a pass, and must have a full-use Santa Clara County Library District library card. See the other restrictions here. |
Special Program: Extracurricular Activities for High Schoolers A student's extracurricular profile has become a significant factor in college admissions, speaking volumes to a student's intellectual curiosity, personal excellence, and character. This is the time to showcase to colleges your passions and accomplishments outside of the classroom. Join us for a webinar on Tuesday, January 13 at 5 p.m. as we discuss what an extracurricular activities profile is, the relevance of extracurricular and summer activities, and how to build them seamlessly into a robust and cohesive application profile. Register for this program to get the Zoom link. |
Special Election is Tuesday, December 30 Gilroy, Milpitas and Saratoga Libraries are official vote centers. Voters can cast their ballots on December 29 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. or on Election Day from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. If you are voting by mail, there are ballot drop boxes at all of our libraries except Campbell Library. Find additional ballot drop box locations here. |
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January Virtual Author Talks Mark your calendar, as we have a trio of authors you’ll want to hear from. On January 20 at 11 a.m., journalist Julia Hotz will discuss her book, The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Blending science reporting, patient success stories, and personal discovery, Hotz highlights how art, nature, movement, and service are transforming health care. Register here. Author Liz Moore is joining us on January 28 at 4 p.m. to talk about her instant bestseller, The God of the Woods. Set in 1975, the story begins with the disappearance of the 13-year-old daughter of a family who owns a summer camp where another child vanished years earlier. Please register. Enjoy previous Virtual Author Talks here.
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Special Online Program with the Asian Art Museum This collection traces the development of ceramic art from its ancient origins, revealing the wide-ranging influence of Chinese ceramics on ceramic traditions across Asia and worldwide. This talk complements New Japanese Clay, on exhibit at the Asian Art Museum through February 2, 2026. Please register.
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Update on Los Altos Library's Children's RoomLos Altos Library’s Children’s Room has reopened with new carpet, fresh paint, and improved electrical wiring. The installation of the Storybook SCCLD Play Space has been rescheduled until the spring, with this beloved children's area open until then. Please enjoy the family-friendly additions including the EverBright interactive light wall, new books, new furniture and activities in the meantime. We thank you for your patience. The good news about the installation – it is expected to take less time than other Play Space installations. Find more information about the installation progress on our website.
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Join the Library with an Instant Free eCardIf you live in Santa Clara County and do not have a library card with the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD), or would like additional household members to have their own library accounts, the instant free eCard is for you. eCards are available to all residents who live within Santa Clara County Library District with a valid residential mailing address (P.O. Box not accepted). You can also visit any of our libraries during open hours to convert your eCard, or apply for a full use card to check out any of our physical and digital materials and resources. Renew your library card online! If you have a library card and would like to keep it current, now you can renew your library card online! SCCLD makes it easy to keep your account current and active. No visit to the library needed if your account is in good standing and you live within the Greater Bay Area. For more information or to renew online, visit sccld.org/cardrenewal.
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We're here for youStaff is available to answer your questions Monday - Sunday (excluding holidays). Or text us at (833) 209-6600.
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