Saturday Storytime at Gilroy Library

Families are welcome at the Gilroy Library for Saturday Storytime, every week at 10:30am. Enjoy stories and songs with your family and librarian Cameron! Familias son bienvenidas en la biblioteca de Gilroy a acompoñarmos en nuestra hora de cuentos cada Sábado a las 10......More

Families are welcome at the Gilroy Library for Saturday Storytime, every week at 10:30am. Enjoy stories and songs with your family and librarian Cameron! Familias son bienvenidas en la biblioteca de Gilroy a acompoñarmos en nuestra hora de cuentos cada Sábado a las 10:30AM. Disfrute cuentos y canciones en familia con el bibliotecario Cameron

Let's Play! | ¡Vamos a jugar!

Join us for community play time in the plaza next to the library! We will set up Big Blue Blocks for children to play together every Saturday in May at 11am. ¡Únase a nosotros para jugar en comunidad en la plaza al lado de la biblioteca! Instalaremos Big Blue Blocks ......More

Join us for community play time in the plaza next to the library! We will set up Big Blue Blocks for children to play together every Saturday in May at 11am. ¡Únase a nosotros para jugar en comunidad en la plaza al lado de la biblioteca! Instalaremos Big Blue Blocks [Grandes Bloques Azules] para que los niños jueguen juntos todos los sábados de mayo a las 11 a.m.! 

Free Bike Repair & Helmets for Kids / Clínica Gratuita de Reparación de Bicicletas y cascos gratuitos para niños

Free Bike Repair at the Gilroy Library! Plus free helmets and fittings for kids while supplies last! • Come early. First come, first served. Space is limited. • Bike Repair & Education. • We can fix almost anything: flat tires, brakes, shifters. Must have gears and w......More

Free Bike Repair at the Gilroy Library! Plus free helmets and fittings for kids while supplies last! • Come early. First come, first served. Space is limited. • Bike Repair & Education. • We can fix almost anything: flat tires, brakes, shifters. Must have gears and wheels. *Kids bikes will get priority* Repair service provided by the Bay Area BikeMobile. Trauma Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center will be fitting free helmets for kids. Thank you to the Department of Public Health for supporting this event. ¡Reparación gratuita de bicicletas en la Biblioteca Gilroy! Evento de seguridad en bicicleta: reparación de bicicletas y cascos gratuitos para niños (por orden de llegada) • Llegue temprano. Por orden de llegada. El cupo es limitado. • Reparación y educación de bicicletas. • Podemos arreglar casi cualquier cosa: pinchazos, frenos, palancas de cambio. Debe tener engranajes y ruedas. *Las bicicletas para niños tendrán prioridad* Servicio de reparación proporcionado por el BikeMobile del Área de la Bahía. Trauma Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center proporcionará cascos gratis para niños. Gracias al Departmento de Salud Publica por apoyar este evento.

Hula Recreational Dance | Danza recreativa de hula

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Month, the City of Gilroy Hula Dance Class will be performing a Hula Recreational Dance. There will be a chance to take pictures with hula dancers. This event is for the whole family to enjoy! Sponsored by the Friends of the......More

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Month, the City of Gilroy Hula Dance Class will be performing a Hula Recreational Dance. There will be a chance to take pictures with hula dancers. This event is for the whole family to enjoy! Sponsored by the Friends of the Gilroy Library En honor al Mes de Asiático-Americanos y de las Islas del Pacífico, la Clase de Baile Hula de la Ciudad de Gilroy realizará una Danza Recreativo de Hula. Habrá oportunidad de tomarse fotos con las bailarines de hula. ¡Este evento es para que lo disfrute toda la familia! Patrocinado por los Amigos de la Biblioteca de Gilroy

Free Snacks for Kids!/Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accorda......More

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela! Lunes - Viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas. Para niños de 18 años y menores. Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA. De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de GUSD. Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Japanese Kumihimo Braiding for Teens 12 to 18

Join us in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and learn the traditional art of kumihimo (組み紐), or Japanese braiding! Learn a cord-braiding pattern and weave your own cord to use as a charm, hairtie, or more. No experience necessary, all ......More

Join us in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and learn the traditional art of kumihimo (組み紐), or Japanese braiding! Learn a cord-braiding pattern and weave your own cord to use as a charm, hairtie, or more. No experience necessary, all supplies and tools provided! Please register to reserve your spot. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. This craft program is just for teens ages 12 to 18; thank you for understanding!

ESL Class Session / Sesión de clase de inglés

Join us for this in-person ESL class session at the Gilroy Library. This class session is for high beginners to low intermediate. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. Space is limited so registration is recommended. We will schedule ......More

Join us for this in-person ESL class session at the Gilroy Library. This class session is for high beginners to low intermediate. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. Space is limited so registration is recommended. We will schedule testing to determine your level before and after the class session.  Classes are Monday and Wednesday evenings 6pm - 8pm from February 27 through May 22. There will be no class on April 1. You should plan to attend the entire class session. Attendees must be at least 18 years old. ----- Únase a nosotros para esta sesión de clase de ESL en persona en la Biblioteca Gilroy. Esta sesión de clase es para principiantes altos hasta intermedios bajos. Únase a nosotros para aprender y mejorar sus habilidades para escuchar y hablar en inglés. El espacio es limitado por lo que se recomienda registrarse. Programaremos pruebas para determinar tu nivel antes y después de la sesión de clase. Las clases son los lunes y miércoles por la noche, de 6 p. m. a 8 p. m., del 27 de febrero al 22 de mayo. No habrá clases el 1 de abril. Debe planear asistir a toda la sesión de clase. Los asistentes deben tener al menos 18 años.

Family Storytime at Gilroy Library

Join us Miss Elizabeth for fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Don't forget to stay to play!

Knitting and Crochet Weekly Meetup

Join us for an informal weekly drop-in knitting and crochet circle. Bring your projects, ask questions, receive help, share ideas, and meet new people! We meet upstairs in Quiet Study B.

Free Snacks for Kids!/Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accorda......More

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela! Lunes - Viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas. Para niños de 18 años y menores. Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA. De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de GUSD. Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Free Snacks for Kids!/Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accorda......More

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela! Lunes - Viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas. Para niños de 18 años y menores. Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA. De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de GUSD. Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Saturday Storytime at Gilroy Library

Families are welcome at the Gilroy Library for Saturday Storytime, every week at 10:30am. Enjoy stories and songs with your family and librarian Cameron! Familias son bienvenidas en la biblioteca de Gilroy a acompoñarmos en nuestra hora de cuentos cada Sábado a las 10......More

Families are welcome at the Gilroy Library for Saturday Storytime, every week at 10:30am. Enjoy stories and songs with your family and librarian Cameron! Familias son bienvenidas en la biblioteca de Gilroy a acompoñarmos en nuestra hora de cuentos cada Sábado a las 10:30AM. Disfrute cuentos y canciones en familia con el bibliotecario Cameron

Let's Play! | ¡Vamos a jugar!

Join us for community play time in the plaza next to the library! We will set up Big Blue Blocks for children to play together every Saturday in May at 11am. ¡Únase a nosotros para jugar en comunidad en la plaza al lado de la biblioteca! Instalaremos Big Blue Blocks ......More

Join us for community play time in the plaza next to the library! We will set up Big Blue Blocks for children to play together every Saturday in May at 11am. ¡Únase a nosotros para jugar en comunidad en la plaza al lado de la biblioteca! Instalaremos Big Blue Blocks [Grandes Bloques Azules] para que los niños jueguen juntos todos los sábados de mayo a las 11 a.m.! 

Library Closed for Memorial Day

All SCCLD locations will be CLOSED Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. See regular library hours. The Online L......More

All SCCLD locations will be CLOSED Monday, May 27 for Memorial 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!

Teen Volunteer Sign-Ups for Incoming High School Seniors

Need community service hours for school? The next volunteer session at the Gilroy Library will be from June through August. Teens can sign up for a weekly 2-hour shift which they must attend for the whole 3-month Summer session. The first week of sign-ups (May 28 - J......More

Need community service hours for school? The next volunteer session at the Gilroy Library will be from June through August. Teens can sign up for a weekly 2-hour shift which they must attend for the whole 3-month Summer session. The first week of sign-ups (May 28 - Jun. 2) is reserved for those currently in their junior year of high school, who will be entering their senior year this fall. Sign-ups will open up to all other grades (ages 14 to 18) starting on Monday, Jun. 3. To sign up: Pick up a blank application from the Gilroy Library Adult Information Desk, or print one and fill it out. Bring your completed application to the Gilroy Library Adult Information Desk during the sign-up period. No early applications will be accepted. At that time, you may select an available shift. Important Information: This sign-up session is just for those currently in their junior year of high school, who will be entering their senior year this fall. Sign-ups will open up to all other grades (ages 14 to 18) starting on Monday, Jun. 3. You must be between the ages of 14 and 18 to volunteer with the Library. You must live in Gilroy or San Martin, and/or be a student with Gilroy Unified School District. No repeat sessions unless invited back by staff. You must attend an orientation on Saturday, June 8 from 4PM to 5PM. Don't delay!! Community service opportunities are in high demand in Gilroy, and our shifts will fill up quickly. Questions? Please inquire at the Adult Information Desk or email [email protected].

Free Snacks for Kids!/Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accorda......More

Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack (for kids 18 years old and under)! Monday - Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last. Snacks provided by the YMCA. September - May except for GUSD school breaks. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela! Lunes - Viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas. Para niños de 18 años y menores. Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA. De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de GUSD. Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Spanish Storytime / Hora de Cuentos en Español

Join us for stories and songs in Spanish, followed by music & play time with Librarian Patty Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos y canciones en español, seguido por música y tiempo para jugar con la Bibliotecaria Patty.