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Celebrate winter holidays, join our reading challenge and much more this December at the Library!

 

*Please note: *


* *There will be no Storytimes from Dec. 22 through Jan. 6.
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* *The Library will close early at 6 p.m. on Dec. 23 and 30
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* *The Library will be closed all day Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1.
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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 [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] to view more programs happening in November.

 

All our best,
"Your Librarians"

 






Winter Reading Challenge





Cozy up this winter with a brand-new, free book from the Sunnyvale Public Library!

Children and teens (ages 0 to grade 12) will receive a free book when they sign up for the Winter Reading Challenge. The challenge will take place Dec. 1 through Jan. 12. Once signed up, go to the Children’s Information Desk for your free book and add your name to our Reader Wall.

Finish the challenge by reading three or more books. We will enter all readers who finish the challenge into a grand prize drawing. The more books read, the more chances to win!

Register starting Dec. 1 on Beanstack [ https://sunnyvale.beanstack.org/reader365 ]

Sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library [ https://fotsvl.org/ ].

 

*Get Started* [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/reading-programs ]


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Winter Reading Celebration

All ages

Saturday, Dec. 21, 1 to 4 p.m.

Library Program Room and Children's Room

No registration

 

Celebrate Winter Reading at the library with winter themed crafts, games and a performance from Germar the Magician at 3 p.m.!

 

germar the magician throwing playing cards in the air





Parenting Programs





family of three sitting together
Parenting from a South Asian Perspective

Adults only

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Library Program Room
Registration recommended

 

Join us to discuss the unique challenges South Asian parents face while raising children in the U.S. This talk will explore:


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how to navigate cultural differences


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balance traditional values with modern parenting styles


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fostering strong, confident kids who thrive in both worlds. 

We'll also discuss on how to cultivate self-compassion as we navigate the complexities of parenting in a changing world. 

 

About the Speaker: Moitreyee Chowdury, LMFT, LPCC is a psychotherapist serving teens, young adults. Moitreyee, herself is an immigrant to the USA and is a parent of a young adult.

 

*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/11872323 ]






Arts, Culture and Entertainment





Holiday Storywalk®

book cover of a polar bear in the snow by mac barnett and shawn harris

All ages

Saturday, Dec. 7, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Community Center Campus, 550 E. Remington Dr.

No registration

 

Stroll through the candy cane trail and discover a festive story along the way. Families with small children are encouraged to use a stroller, wagon or scooter. Event will also include a craft, while supplies last. In case of rain, event will be indoors.

 

"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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Winter Holidays Around the World

globe with different landmark, illustration

All ages

Wednesday, Dec. 18, 4 to 5 p.m.

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Come learn about different winter holidays and traditions and make themed crafts for all of them! We'll be learning about Hannukah, Kwanzaa, St. Lucia's Day, and Las Posadas.

 

 



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Crafts and Cocoa with Santa

All ages

Thursday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m. to noon

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Celebrate the holidays with a fun craft, yummy cocoa, and a visit from Santa!

smiling santa christmas tree ornament

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Graphic Novel Book Club

Captain Underpants book cover

Grades 3 to 6
Thursday, Dec. 26, 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 "Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People" by Dav Pilkey!" " 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.

 



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12103528 ]


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Family Movie: The Grinch

The Grinch movie poster

All ages

Sunday, Dec. 29, 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 "The Grinch "(RATED: PG)

 

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library [ https://fotsvl.org/ ]. 



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Noon-Year's Eve Celebration

All ages

Monday, Dec. 30, 11 a.m. to noon

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Join us as we ring in the new year! Enjoy good music and fun crafts as we countdown to noon.

 







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Lego Builders

Ages 5 and up
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 4 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration

 

Build and create with LEGO using our collection of bricks.

 

pile of colorful lego bricks

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Coding Club

three children looking at a laptop computer

Grades 3 to 6
Tuesday, Dec. 17, 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.

 



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/13284124 ]






For Babies and Toddlers





Early Learning Playtime

Ages 0 to 5
Friday, Dec. 27, 3 to 5 p.m.
Library Program Room
No registration

 

Learn while you play at this drop-in playtime for our littlest patrons.

 

two children laying on their backs holding toy blocks over their eyes





Storytimes





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.

 

*There will be no Storytimes from Dec. 22 through Jan. 6. *

 

Storytimes

*Storytime*



*Day*



*Time*



*Ages*



Toddler Storytime



Tuesdays



11 to 11:25 a.m.



1 to 3 years



Preschool Storytime



Wednesdays



11 to 11:25 a.m.



3 to 5 years



Baby Lapsit & Playtime



Thursdays



10:30 a.m. to noon



0 to 12 months



Night Owl Storytime



Thursdays



7 to 7:25 p.m.



All Ages



Family Storytime



Saturdays



11 to 11:25 a.m.



All Ages



 

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Japanese Storytime

letter blocks spelling out storytime on a wood background

Ages 0 to 5
Friday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to noon
Library Program Room
No registration

 

Join us for a Japanese Language Storytime with Poponta Children's Cultural Society and Japanese Play and Learn!

 



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Inclusive Storytime at Magical Bridge Playground

stage at magical bridge playground

All ages

Friday, Dec. 6, 11 to 11:30

Fair Oaks Park, 540 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
No registration

 

Join us for a special storytime at Magical Bridge Playground at Fair Oaks Park, 540 N Fair Oaks Ave in Sunnyvale.



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Birthday Storytime

birthday storyime, balloons and party hats on a blue background

Ages 0 to 5
Thursday, Dec. 12, 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 December, please register for a special treat!*

 



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/calendar/13025/DecBDay ]


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Sensory Storytime for Preschoolers

sensory storytime, children sitting in a classroom

Ages 3 to 6
Friday, Dec. 13, 11 to 11:45 a.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.

 



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12323345 ]


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Bilingual (Spanish/English) Storytime & Craft

teacher leading a group of preschool children at storytime

Ages 0 to 5
Friday, Dec. 20, 11 a.m. to noon
Library Program Room
No registration

 

Join us for a bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime followed by a craft!

 



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Library of Things





Library of Things logo

Don't buy when you can borrow. The Library of Things consists of non-traditional items you can check out with your Library card. Items range from digital equipment to garden tools to holiday bakeware. Save yourself money and storage space by borrowing occasional use items from the Library.

 

*Browse the Collection* [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/books-more/special-collections/library-of-things ]






If You're Appy and You Know It





spl mobile app graphic

Download our SPL Mobile App if you haven't yet! You can see your Library card in the app. Visit the Library's website [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/home-library ] and scroll down to "Digital Library" and click "Mobile Apps."







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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 [ https://sunnyvale.libanswers.com/ ] at least three days in advance of the program.






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