August Events for Kids at Sunnyvale Public Library

Just For Kids




August is almost here and the children's librarians are winding down and reflecting on the Summer Reading Program. We hope you enjoyed all our programs and events this past June and July! We were thrilled to see so many families at our library and parks this year. Don't forget to keep logging your books this summer. Award books and prize drawing entries are still available at the Children's Information Desk through Aug. 31. And if you haven't signed up yet, you still have until the end of August.

 

This month we are also thrilled to announce the grand opening of our new branch Library! We hope to see you at the grand opening on Saturday, Aug. 29.

 

Scroll down or visit our calendar [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] to view more programs happening in August.

 

All our best,
"Your Librarians"

 






Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center





Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center rendering
Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center opens Saturday, Aug. 29!

A new hub for connection, creation, and curiosity is officially here. Save the date for our Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center Grand Opening. The all-day grand opening celebration will feature a storytime by Mychal Threets, live music from the Sound Project, a maker lab showcase, crafts and giveaways.

 

*When*: Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

*Where:* 760 Lakechime Dr.

 

The new facility is a 20,000+ square foot, single-story, all-electric building designed to serve children, seniors, families and everyone in between. Look forward to comfortable study rooms, dedicated spaces for children and teens, and library programs for all ages. The Maker Lab is equipped with a 3D printer, a laser cutter, sewing machines, a large-format printer, vinyl cutters, jewelry-making supplies and arts-and-crafts supplies for curious creators.

 

The Lakewood Branch Library and Learning Center is the result of a community partnership built with the City, the Sunnyvale School District and the Fremont Union High School District.

 

We hope to see you there!

 

*Learn more about the Grand Opening Event* [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/12332/74 ]






Summer Reading Program





Join Our Summer Reading Program

Join our Summer Reading Program from June 1 to Aug. 31! Sign up online and log your books, or pick up a print reading log at the Information Desk.

 

Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.

 

For Children (ages 0 to grade 5)

* Receive a brand-new, free paperback book after signing up
* Add your name to our Reader Wall in the Children's Room
* Read five books or 300 minutes (1 hour counts as 1 book) to enter our grand prize drawing
* Read more books or complete more activities for more entries in our grand prize drawing



For Teens (grades 6 to 12)

* Receive a brand-new, free paperback book after signing up
* Read three books or 180 minutes (1 hour counts as 1 book) to enter our grand prize drawing
* Read more books or complete more activities for more entries in our grand prize drawing


For Adults (ages 17 and up)

* Set your own goal! What number of books is challenging for you?
* Log at least 1 book by Aug. 31. Keep reading to reach your personal goal.
* Finishers will get a $5 gift card for the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library book sales. Visit the Library Information Desk in August or find us at the Sunset Movie Series to claim your prize.




*Sign Up For Summer Reading* [ https://sunnyvale.beanstack.org/reader365 ]






Watch a Movie at a Sunnyvale Park





bucket of popcorn

City of Sunnyvale Sunset Movie Series

Fridays in August

7 to 10:30 p.m.

 

The entire family is invited to watch a movie under the stars. Bring a lawn chair, a blanket and your love of movies!

 

Snack bar and youth activities open at 7 p.m.
Movie starts around 7:40 p.m. or when the sun sets.

For more information, call 408-730-7350.

 

*Date*



*Location*



*Movie*



Aug. 7



Serra Park, 730 The Dalles Ave.



"The Wild Robot" (rated PG)



Aug. 14



Columbia Park, 789 Morse Ave.



"The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" (rated PG)



Aug. 21



Murphy Park, 260 N. Sunnyvale Ave.



"A Minecraft Movie" (rated PG)



Aug. 28



Community Center, 550 E. Remington Dr.



"Elio" (rated PG)



 






Storytimes





Weekly Library Storytimes will be on a break during August. See you in September!

Our regular storytime schedule will resume on Sept. 1

 

Storytimes

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Storytime at Magical Bridge

magical bridge playground stage

Ages 0 to 5

Friday, Aug. 7, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Magical Bridge Playground, 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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STEM Storytime

STEM

Ages 1 to 3

Tuesday, Aug. 11, 11 to 11:25 a.m.

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Join us for a special STEM-themed toddler storytime.

 







More Upcoming Programs





Golden Acorn Music

All ages

Thursday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m. to noon

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Join us for a bilingual (English/Spanish) music show with Golden Acorn Music!

 



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Hematology Hackers: Making Blood Slime

jar of red slime surrounded by cartoon blood cells

Grades 3 to 5

Thursday, Aug. 6, 5 to 6 p.m.

Library Program Room

Registration recommended

 

In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn all about the different components that make up our blood (like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) and how they work together to keep us healthy. Then, kids will get to model these components by making their own custom "blood slime" to take home!

 



*Register for Hematology Hackers* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/16520788 ]


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4Kidz Card Making

Grades K to 12

Thursday, Aug. 13, 1 to 2 p.m.

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Please join us in making cards and bracelets for kids and seniors. Many of the cards will go to hospitals and will help put a smile on the receiver's face. Most of the cards made will be delivered to pediatric patients.

 

This program is brought to you by the Sunnyvale chapter of 4Kidz, a nonprofit organization. 4Kidz is a youth-led 501(c)(3) and PVSA-certified non-profit organization that aims to spread hope and positivity to hospitalized children around the world.

 



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Music with Miss Meggie Tunes

Ages 0 to 5

Saturday, Aug. 15, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Join Miss Megan for a fun and interactive music experience featuring ukulele, singing, and movement! Children and caregivers are invited to connect, express themselves, and enjoy making music together through a mix of original songs and playful favorites in a warm, welcoming space.

performer miss meggie tunes holding a ukulele

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Qixi Festival

red heart shaped balloons

Ages 3 and up

Sunday, Aug. 16, 2 to 3 p.m.

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Falling on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month, the Qixi Festiva, often known as "Chinese Valentine's Day," celebrates the legendary romance of the Weaver Girl (the star Vega) and the Cowherd (the star Altair) while also honoring dexterity and wisdom. Join us for a special storytime to explore this cultural tradition.

 



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Stargazing Party at Foothill Observatory

silhouette of a woman looking at the stars through a telescope

All ages

Monday, Aug. 17, 9 to 11 p.m.

Foothill Observatory, 12345 El Monte Rd, Los Altos Hills

Registration recommended to receive email reminders

 

Join the Sunnyvale Public Library and the Peninsula Astronomical Society for an evening under the stars! This family-friendly event will take place at the Foothill Observatory at Foothill College, where members of the Peninsula Astronomical Society will guide visitors through a tour of the night sky.

Visitors will be able to view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Whether you’re a lifelong stargazer or have never looked through a telescope before, all are welcome.

The observatory is adjacent to Parking Lot 4 and the Krause Innovation Center at Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022.

 



*Register for Stargazing Party at Foothill Observatory* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/17085784 ]


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Early Learning Playtime

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

Ages 0 to 5

Thursday, Aug. 20, 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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Summer Reading Wrap Up Celebration

All ages

Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 to 5 p.m.

Library Program Room

No registration

 

Come help us close out this year’s Summer Reading Challenge! We’ll be ‘Unearthing a Story’ with crafts for all ages in the Library Program Room. We’ll also have a scavenger hunt in the Library, with one for children and one for adults.

 

Grab friends and family for an afternoon of fun to Unearth Your Story at the Library one last time this summer!

 



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Family Movie: The Good Dinosaur

movie poster for the good dinosaur

Ages 3 and up

Sunday, Aug. 30, 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 Good Dinosaur "(rated PG).

 

Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library.







Reading Recommendations





Kids' Booklists

cat sitting in a wheelbarrow full of books

Browse lists of books recommended by our librarians! We have lists based on grades, genres, holidays, special interests and more.



*Reading Lists* [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/for-kids/kids-book-lists ]


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Find Your Next Great Read

Looking for a new book to read? Kids and teens can get a personalized list of recommended books from one of our librarians! Just fill our a short survey and our librarians will respond to you soon.

girl lying on her back reading a book

*Find Your Next Great Read* [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/services/reading-programs/find-your-next-great-read ]






If You're Appy and You Know It





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Download our SPL Mobile App! You can see your Library card in the app. Visit the [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/home-library ]Library's Mobile Apps [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/books-more/digital-library/library-mobile-apps ] page to learn more.







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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 at least three days in advance of this program.






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Library sponsorship of a program does not constitute an endorsement of the content of the programs or views expressed at the program.






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