Storytime at San José Library

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

Free, with limited capacity. Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Our family storytime sessions are designed to accommodate a mix of ages as we invite whole families to participate in this fun early literacy program filled with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplay activities. 

Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

• This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Please join Almaden Library for a new family-friendly and fun-filled Persian Storytime event. Children and families will enjoy stories and music that encourage play and exploration -- all in the Persian language. This program is primarily for children ages 3-7 years and their parents/caregivers, but youth of all ages are welcome! Free, with limited capacity

• Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• This program aligns with the Early Education Quality Standards.

Join us afterward for Stay & Play, a playtime experience for children and their caregivers to socialize and explore together. 

:برنامه قصه خوانی و بازی برای کودکانما کودکان شما را به برنامه قصه خوانی و بازی در .روز جمعه ۱۵ نوامبر ساعت ۳:۳۰ دعوت می کنیم

ADA Accommodation Requests

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

After storytime, please stay and play with us! We'll have a selection of toys available to enjoy. Meet other families and have fun playing with new and old friends. 

Free, with limited capacity. Tickets available at the desk 30 minutes before program starts.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

All attendees will be required to observe the Library's Safety Guidelines.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

Free. No registration required.

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please call 408-808-2355 or email [email protected] at least three business days prior to the event.

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! 

San José Public Library Storytimes are in alignment with the City’s Education and Digital Literacy Initiative.

Free. Limited Capacity.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Family Storytime is best for children ages 0-8 with their caregivers. All children with caregivers are welcome.

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. 

After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! Until 5:00 pm the Storytime librarian and special toys will be on the Children's Room floor to keep the fun going. Meet new friends, play with toys, chat, get book recommendations, and maybe even create something!

• Storytime 4:00 - 4:30 pm
• Stay & Play 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Please note that this will be an indoor program.

Free, with limited capacity.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests