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Special Performances This holiday season, we invite children and families to climb into a world of wonder with special puppet shows happening in our libraries. Join us for a heartwarming adventure filled with festive magic, laughter, and timeless lessons with Jack and the Beanstalk. Cupertino Library: December 13 at 10:30 a.m. Milpitas Library: December 23 at 7 p.m. Morgan Hill Library: December 27 at 10:30 a.m. Fratello Marionettes will be visiting Milpitas Library on December 17 at 7 p.m. for a special program. The North Pole Review is a magical show with ice skater Crystal Chandelier, the high-kicking antics of the Russian Trepak Dancers, and a trio of dazzling acrobatic penguins! |
The Best Books for Each Grade Parents and caregivers may be wondering what are the best books for kids to read. Our librarians have created “Great Books” lists for each grade. Check them out: If young readers need help finding these books or want to know more about other good books, just ask a librarian. |
Make Today Your Lucky Day Waiting weeks—or even months—for that buzzworthy book everyone is talking about can be frustrating. But now, there’s a new way to beat the waitlist and get reading right away. Introducing the Lucky Day Collection from Libby, an exciting lineup of in-demand eBooks and Audiobooks available for instant checkout. No holds. No delays. Just good timing to borrow a popular title for one week. Here’s what makes the Lucky Day Collection so special: - Borrow Instantly: Titles in this collection are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you check it out when you find it, it’s yours. No need to place a hold or wait your turn. Just look for the clover to identify a Lucky Day title!
- Always Changing: Since titles rotate regularly, each visit to the Lucky Day Collection feels like a fresh discovery. Check back often—you never know what you might find next.
So go ahead—open the Libby app and see if today is your lucky day. |
Mindfulness in Minutes The end of the year and holidays can be stressful for some. The library offers patrons access to Headspace, a mindfulness app for your every day life. There are more than 1,000 hours of themed meditation sessions on everything from stress and sleep to focus and anxiety proven to reduce stress in just 10 minutes a day; mindful movement co-created with Nike and our partner trainers; and sleep guidance. Learn more and try it out here. In addition, we have books about stress awareness and healthy tools to cope available at the library. |
Online Program: Glorious Civilizations Join us for the final talk in the 2025 Asian Art Museum program series on Tuesday, December 9 at 7 p.m. This talk will be held on Zoom. Please register to receive the link. |
Learn About Aquaponics Join us for an evening exploration of aquaponics at Saratoga Library on Tuesday, December 9 at 7 p.m. Master Gardener Ahmed Alhafidh will present a fascinating way to grow vegetables and fish together in one closed-loop system. Learn how this sustainable method recycles water, produces nutrient-rich food, and brings the science of ecosystems to life. Perfect for gardeners, tinkerers, and anyone curious about self-sufficient growing! For patrons who are unable to attend this workshop, stop by the library and pick up one of the many books we have about aquaponics. |
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Join the Library with an Instant Free eCard
If 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 you Staff is available to answer your questions Monday - Sunday (excluding holidays). Or text us at (833) 209-6600.
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