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Just For Kids




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 [ https://sunnyvaleclimateaction.org/earth-day-festival-2025 ] 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 [ https://www.library.sunnyvale.ca.gov/events/calendar-month-view ] to view more programs happening in April.

 

All our best,
"Your Librarians"

 






Day of the Child Celebration





musical group 123 Andres in front of a colorful wall
Celebrate with 123 Andrés!

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.

 

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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.






National Library Week





Puppet Art Theater Company

poster for three little pigs puppet show

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 [ https://fotsvl.org ].



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Storytime with Mayor Klein

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!

 






Cover to Cover Reading Program





Cover to Cover Club
Read and earn gift cards with our Cover to Cover Reading Program!

Now through April 12
For children ages 4 to 12

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

 

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.

 






Parenting Program





woman and baby in front of a laptop
Resources and Services for Children with Special Needs

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 [ https://fotsvl.org ].

 

*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/14359306 ]






Arts, Culture and Entertainment





Butterfly Story and Craft

blue butterfly in front of a flower

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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Spring Egg Craft

yarn wrapped easter egg

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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Sensory Play

child playing in a sensory sand box

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 [ https://fotsvl.org ].

 



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Paper Kites

paper kite on blue background

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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Spring StoryWalk® at Washington Park

book cover for every bunny dance

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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Spring Bird Craft

yellow bird on a tree branch

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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Kids Graphic Novel Bookclub

book cover for wimpy kid hot mess

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.



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12645690 ]


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Family Movie: Finding Dory

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 [ https://fotsvl.org ].

 

movie poster for Finding Dory





S.T.E.M.





Science is Elementary

logo for science is elementary

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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Lego Builders

pile of colorful lego bricks

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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Ernő Rubik and His Magic Cube: Author Talk and Puzzle Activities

book cover erno rubik

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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Coding Club

coding club kids around a laptop

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.

 



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12808446 ]






For Babies and Toddlers





Early Learning Playtime

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

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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Baby Sign Language

Closeup photo of a baby signing

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. 

 







Storytimes





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.

 

*Please note: Storytimes will be on a break from April 14 through 19.*

 

*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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Storytime at Magical Bridge Playground

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.

stage at magical bridge playground

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Birthday Storytime

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!

 

birthday storyime, balloons and party hats on a blue background

*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/calendar/13025/AprilBDay25 ]


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Sensory Storytime

sensory storytime, children sitting in a classroom

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.

 



*Register* [ https://sunnyvale.libcal.com/event/12645684 ]


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Japanese Spring Storytime

pink cherry blossoms

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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Japanese Storytime

blocks spelling storytime on a wood background

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!

 







If You're Appy and You Know It





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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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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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