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!

Los Altos Library Closed for Christmas Day

All SCCLD locations will be CLOSED Thursday, December 25 for Christmas Day. See regular library hours. The ......More

All SCCLD locations will be CLOSED 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!

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].

Now Read This Book Club - NO MEETING IN DECEMBER

This month, we will be discussing tbd. The Los Altos Library Now Read This book club meets on the last Monday of the month to discuss both fiction and non-fiction books that will help us make sense of today’s world.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), pleas......More

This month, we will be discussing tbd. The Los Altos Library Now Read This book club meets on the last Monday of the month to discuss both fiction and non-fiction books that will help us make sense of today’s world.  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 New Year's Eve

All SCCLD locations will CLOSE at 5:00pm on Wednesday, December 31 for New Year's Eve and be CLOSED on Thursday, January 1 for New Year's Day. See regular l......More

All SCCLD locations will CLOSE at 5:00pm on Wednesday, December 31 for New Year's Eve and be CLOSED on Thursday, January 1 for New Year's 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!

Los Altos Library Closed for New Year's Day

All SCCLD locations will be CLOSED Thursday, January 1 for New Year's Day. See regular library hours. The On......More

All SCCLD locations will be CLOSED Thursday, January 1 for New Year's 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!

Adult and Teen Bead Art

Learn to make handmade bead art. All materials will be provided! Reserve your seat, space is limited. 

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].

Poetry Open Mic

Come share poetry.  Come hear poetry.  You do not have to be a poet to attend!  Presented by Poetry Los Altos.  Meet in Pod D.   For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you ne......More

Come share poetry.  Come hear poetry.  You do not have to be a poet to attend!  Presented by Poetry Los Altos.  Meet in Pod D.   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 Class Session

Santa Clara County Library District residents 18 years and older are eligible to register for this ESL class led by a professional ESL instructor. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and ......More

Santa Clara County Library District residents 18 years and older are eligible to register for this ESL class led by a professional ESL instructor. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1/6-3/10. Graduation will be on Wednesday 3/11.  You must be able to attend the entire class session. Space is limited. Registration for a December placement test is required. Click here to register for a placement test. 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].

The Whodunit? Mystery Book Club At Los Altos Library

A monthly discussion of the best in mystery fiction. Please join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 am.  This month's book is The Word is Murder, by Anthony Horowitz. For accessibility ......More

A monthly discussion of the best in mystery fiction. Please join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 am.  This month's book is The Word is Murder, by Anthony Horowitz. 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 Class Session

Santa Clara County Library District residents 18 years and older are eligible to register for this ESL class led by a professional ESL instructor. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and ......More

Santa Clara County Library District residents 18 years and older are eligible to register for this ESL class led by a professional ESL instructor. This class session is for beginner and intermediate ESL students. Join us to learn and improve your English listening and speaking skills. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1/6-3/10. Graduation will be on Wednesday 3/11.  You must be able to attend the entire class session. Space is limited. Registration for a December placement test is required. Click here to register for a placement test. 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].