Board Game Sunday!

Everyone is invited to play board games! Join us on the second Sunday of the month from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. This month we will be playing at the Los Altos Community Center, in the Manzanita room. We have board games for all ages: adults, teens, and children. Come ......More

Everyone is invited to play board games! Join us on the second Sunday of the month from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. This month we will be playing at the Los Altos Community Center, in the Manzanita room. We have board games for all ages: adults, teens, and children. Come with friends & family! (The room closes at 3:30 PM, so come early enough to have time to finish your game.) 

Monday Morning Meditation & Mindfulness

Join us for a series of mindfulness and meditation classes. Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days ......More

Join us for a series of mindfulness and meditation classes. Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

Study Break: Cookies and Cocoa

Take a break from Finals and join us to eat cookies and relax with hot chocolate.

Book Bugs Club for 2nd and 3rd Graders

Are you a second or third grader? Do you like to read books and talk about them with other kids? Then The Book Bugs Club is for you! Our December book selection is The Lost Stone, the first book in The Kingdom of Wrenly series by Jordan Quinn. At our book club meeting ......More

Are you a second or third grader? Do you like to read books and talk about them with other kids? Then The Book Bugs Club is for you! Our December book selection is The Lost Stone, the first book in The Kingdom of Wrenly series by Jordan Quinn. At our book club meeting we will discuss the book and make a fun craft. Please pick up a copy of the book at the Reference Desk at Los Altos or Woodland Library for check out. Please read the book at home before our meeting. Space is limited. This event will take place at The Los Altos Community Center, in the Manzanita Room. Many thanks to the Friends of the Los Altos Library for making this program possible. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

Study Break: Cookies and Cocoa

Take a break from Finals and join us to eat cookies and relax with hot chocolate.

Page Turners Book Club for Grades 4-5

Welcome to the Page Turners Book Club for Grades 4-5! This month we are reading From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg.  We will meet on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, from 4 pm – 5 pm at the Los Altos Library in the Conference Room. ......More

Welcome to the Page Turners Book Club for Grades 4-5! This month we are reading From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg.  We will meet on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, from 4 pm – 5 pm at the Los Altos Library in the Conference Room. If you can attend this meeting, register online and pick up your copy of the book at the Children's Reference Desk at either Los Altos or Woodland Library. Please read the book before our meeting. At the meeting, we will discuss the book and participate in an activity related to the book. Snacks will be provided. Many thanks to the Friends of the Los Altos Library for making this program possible. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

Study Break: Cookies and Cocoa

Take a break from Finals and join us to eat cookies and relax with hot chocolate.

Scandinavian Fabric Star Workshop

Text from presenter: Join us for a fun and inspiring evening!  Learn a new skill and create an elegant handmade ornament — just in time for the holidays.  In this hands-on workshop, sustainable artist Gigi Farmer will guide you step-by-step in crafting your own uniqu......More

Text from presenter: Join us for a fun and inspiring evening!  Learn a new skill and create an elegant handmade ornament — just in time for the holidays.  In this hands-on workshop, sustainable artist Gigi Farmer will guide you step-by-step in crafting your own unique Scandinavian Fabric Star.  Her passion for community-centered creativity shines through her work, fostering connection, inspiration, and eco-conscious art-making. This program is designed for adults and teens, and all materials will be provided.  No registration necessary.  Due to construction affecting the Orchard Room, this program will be held in the Teen Room. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event.  If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

ESL Conversation Club

Practice speaking English in an informal and supportive group; make new friends too! No registration is required, and you do not need to attend every week. Basic English knowledge recommended. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form......More

Practice speaking English in an informal and supportive group; make new friends too! No registration is required, and you do not need to attend every week. Basic English knowledge recommended. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

Teen Dungeons and Dragons Social Club

A long running game of Dungeons and Dragons, 5th edition and sometimes shorter oneshots. Teen drop ins to watch the game are welcome. Right now the game is full, but we will occasionally have openings for new players. Please check in at the adult reference desk upon ar......More

A long running game of Dungeons and Dragons, 5th edition and sometimes shorter oneshots. Teen drop ins to watch the game are welcome. Right now the game is full, but we will occasionally have openings for new players. Please check in at the adult reference desk upon arrival. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

Sunday CrafterNoon

All-ages arts and crafts! Adults, teens, and kids -- join us for an afternoon of relaxed crafting on the third Sunday of the month. This month we will be crafting at the Los Altos Community Center, in the Grand Oak room. Supplies are provided for you to explore a su......More

All-ages arts and crafts! Adults, teens, and kids -- join us for an afternoon of relaxed crafting on the third Sunday of the month. This month we will be crafting at the Los Altos Community Center, in the Grand Oak room. Supplies are provided for you to explore a surprise art activity. This craft is self-directed; children must come with their responsible adult crafting-buddy. The room closes at 3:30 PM, please come in time to finish your craft.

Monday Morning Meditation & Mindfulness

Join us for a series of mindfulness and meditation classes. Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days ......More

Join us for a series of mindfulness and meditation classes. Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

To Be Read Book Club for 6th – 8th Graders

Join our book club for 6th – 8th graders! This month we are reading The Giver by Lois Lowry. We will meet on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 4 pm – 5 pm at the Los Altos Library in the conference room. If you can attend this meeting, register online and pick up you......More

Join our book club for 6th – 8th graders! This month we are reading The Giver by Lois Lowry. We will meet on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 4 pm – 5 pm at the Los Altos Library in the conference room. If you can attend this meeting, register online and pick up your copy of the book at the Children's Reference Desk at either Los Altos or Woodland Library. Please read the book before our meeting. At the meeting, we will discuss the book and do a fun activity. Snacks will be provided. Many thanks to the Friends of the Los Altos Library for making this program possible. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected].

Los Altos Library Closes at 5:00pm for Christmas Eve

All SCCLD locations will CLOSE at 5:00pm on Wednesday, December 24 for Christmas Eve and be CLOSED on Thursday, December 25 for Christmas Day. See regular l......More

All SCCLD locations will CLOSE at 5:00pm on Wednesday, December 24 for Christmas Eve and be CLOSED on Thursday, December 25 for Christmas Day. See regular library hours. The Online Library is available 24/7, including holidays and closures. Visit our website for eBooks, downloads, streaming, and more!