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Join us for crafts, STEM activities, parenting lectures and more!
Want to celebrate your love for the planet? Come to the City of Sunnyvale's Earth Day Festival on April 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.!
Please note: Storytimes will be on a break from April 14 through 19.
Many of our programs this month do not have registration. Space in our programs is still limited and the doors will close when the program is full.
For programs with registrations, we recommend arriving early. Registrants' spots are only guaranteed until the start of the program.
Scroll down or visit our calendar to view more programs happening in April.
All our best,
Your Librarians
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Day of the Child Celebration |
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For all ages
Saturday, April 19, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Library Program Room and Children's Room
No registration
Celebrate Day of the Child with us! We will have a lively concert with our a special performance by 123 Andrés, followed by children's crafts!
123 Andrés' concert will be in the Program Room, crafts will be in the Children's Room.
íCelebra el Día del niño con nosotros! Tendremos una actuación especial de 123 Andrés, seguido por manualidades para los niños.
Este programa es para niños de todas las edades y sus cuidadores.
El concierto de 123 Andrés será en la Sala de programas y las manualidades serán en el la Sala de niños.
No es necesario registrarse, pero el espacio y los maeriales son limitados. Las puertas se cerrarán cuando la sal esté llena.
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All ages
Sunday, April 6, 2 to 3 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Celebrate National Library Week with Puppet Art Theater Co. as they present "The Three Little Pigs" show.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.
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Ages 0 to 5
Tuesday, April 8, 11 to 11:25 a.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Join us at toddler storytime with a special appearance from Sunnyvale Mayor Larry Klein!
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Cover to Cover Reading Program |
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Now through April 12
For children ages 4 to 12
Register on Beanstack
Receive an achievement award card for every five books read, up to three award cards during this six-week reading program. Pick up award cards at the Children's Information Desk after every five books read, one prize per visit, while supplies last.
Award cards are good-for-one free hamburger, cheeseburger or grilled cheese sandwich at all In-N-Out Burger locations.
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For parents and caregivers
Wednesday, April 9, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Online
Registration required
Join us virtually for this presentation by Parents Helping Parents. This presentation will provide basic information about:
- Rights when there is a suspected, or diagnosed, developmental delay
- What services are available for young children
- How to qualify for services and get help or more information.
Please note that this program is for adults only, and is not intended for children. The program will virtual via Zoom. You will receive a link to join before the program.
This program uses Zoom, a third-party website. By attending this program, you may be using a website not operated by Sunnyvale Public Library. For privacy concerns or questions, please review their privacy policies found here: https://zoom.us/privacy
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.
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Arts, Culture and Entertainment |
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For ages 2 to 5
Monday, April 7, 11 a.m. to noon
Library Program Room
No registration
Listen to a story and create your own beautiful butterfly!
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For grades K to 5
Friday, April 11, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Come make a cute chick by decorating an egg!
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For ages 2 and up
Monday, April 14, 11 a.m. to noon
Library Program Room
No registration
Help stimulate your child's senses at this fun and interactive sensory adventure!
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.
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For grades K to 5
Tuesday, April 15, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
April is National Kite Month! Celebrate with us and make your own beautiful paper kite.
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For all ages
Wednesday, April 16, 4 to 6 p.m.
Washington Park, 840 W. Washington Ave.
No registration
Stroll through the park and enjoy a featured book along the trail. Hunt for eggs and enjoy a craft, while supplies last.
Featured book: Everybunny Dance! by Ellie Sandall
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Ann Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
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For ages 3 and up
Thursday, April 17, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Come make a fun spring bird craft!
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Grades 3 to 6
Thursday, March 27, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
Registration recommended
Graphic novels rule at our book club! Join us monthly to discuss a fun graphic novel.
This month, we will discuss Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess by Jeff Kinney. If you don't have a chance to read it, you are still welcome to come and listen or talk about your favorite graphic novel. As a club, feel free to suggest our next read.
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Ages 3 and up
Sunday, April 27, 2 to 4 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Bring your own snacks and enjoy a fun movie with the family! This month we will be watching Finding Dory (RATED: PG)
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.
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For grades K to 4
Thursday, April 3, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Work on a science experiment of your choice! Participants will receive a complete science experiment kit. The kit will have a book that will have kids using science to complete the story!
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Ages 5 and up
Tuesday, April 8, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Build and create with LEGO using our collection of bricks.
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For grades 1 to 8
Monday, April 14, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
Registration required
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, join author Kerry Aradhya for a discussion of her book Ernő Rubik and his Magic Cube (Peachtree, 2024) which focuses on the real-life creation of a bestselling puzzle that is also a wonderful fidget toy -- the Rubik's Cube!
The discussion will be followed by puzzle activities, time to play/fidget with Rubik's Cubes and a drawing for two lucky winners to receive a special gift from the author.
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Grades 3 to 6
Tuesday, April 22, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
Registration required
Work on fun coding projects in a group setting. You are encouraged to bring your own laptop. A limited number of Chromebooks can be provided by the library if needed.
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Ages 0 to 5
Friday, April 25, 3 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Learn while you play at this drop-in playtime for our littlest patrons.
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For expectant parents and parents of children ages 0 to 24 months.
Monday, April 28, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Learn baby sign language with experts from Happy Baby Signs.
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 Join us for storytime in the Library Program Room! No registration is required, but space is limited. Doors will close when the room is full.
Please note: Storytimes will be on a break from April 14 through 19.
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Storytime
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Time
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Ages
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Toddler Storytime
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Tuesdays
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11 to 11:25 a.m.
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1 to 3 years
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Preschool Storytime
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Wednesdays
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11 to 11:25 a.m.
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3 to 5 years
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Baby Lapsit & Playtime
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Thursdays
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10:30 a.m. to noon
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0 to 12 months
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Night Owl Storytime
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Thursdays
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7 to 7:25 p.m.
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All Ages
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Family Storytime
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Saturdays
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11 to 11:25 a.m.
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All Ages
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For ages 0 to 5
Friday, April 4, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Fair Oaks Park, 540 N. Fair Oaks Ave
No registration
Join us for a special storytime at Magical Bridge Playground at Fair Oaks Park.
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For ages 0 to 5
Thursday, April 10, 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Library Program Room
Registration recommended
Celebrate your birthday at this special storytime! Enjoy books, songs and activities all about your birthday. If you are celebrating a birthday in April, please register for a special treat!
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For ages 3 to 6
Friday, April 11, 11 to 11:45 p.m.
Library Program Room
Registration required
Sensory Storytime is a fun interactive and inclusive literacy program. It engages children through movement, music, active stories, sensory materials, and visual schedules. This program is for children with sensory challenges or difficulty being in large groups. This program is limited to 12 participants and their caregivers.
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Ages 0 to 5
Sunday, April 13, 2 to 3 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration
Join us for a special spring-themed Japanese language storytime! Enjoy a craft followed by storytime with picture books in Japanese, fingerplays, nursery rhymes and traditional songs accompanied by instruments.
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For ages 0 to 5
Friday, April 25, 11 a.m. to noon
Library Program Room
No registration
Join us for a Japanese Language Storytime with Poponta Children's Cultural Society!
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Accessibility
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Sunnyvale will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you require special accommodation, please contact the library at 408-730-7300 or chat with a librarian at least three days in advance of the program.
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