1-on-1 Tech Help / Ayuda con la Tecnología

Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Our Tech Mentor is a bilingual (English / Spanish) volunteer who will do their best to assist you with your technology needs. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistanc......More

Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Our Tech Mentor is a bilingual (English / Spanish) volunteer who will do their best to assist you with your technology needs. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance on Mondays (1pm-5pm).  They can help you: Open an email account Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots Use laptops/Chromebooks Use Microsoft Office And more! ------------------------------------------------------------ ¿Necesitas ayuda para usar una computadora? ¿Quieres configurar una cuenta de correo electrónico? Nuestro Mentor Técnico es un voluntario bilingüe (inglés/español) que hará todo lo posible para ayudarle con sus necesidades tecnológicas. No es necesario registrarse ni concertar cita. Simplemente visítenos y solicite ayuda los lunes (1pm-5pm). Ellos pueden ayudarte: Abrir una cuenta de correo electrónico Conéctese a Wi-Fi/puntos de acceso Utilice computadoras portátiles/Chromebooks Utilice Microsoft Office ¡Y más!

Pajama Storytime

Please join us at Gilroy Library for the Pajama Storytime where we read stories, sing songs, play games, and wear our pajamas for children of all ages with Librarian Nhu-Y! Learning while having fun. Every Monday at 7 pm, in the Nest -- Acompañenos en nuestra Hora de......More

Please join us at Gilroy Library for the Pajama Storytime where we read stories, sing songs, play games, and wear our pajamas for children of all ages with Librarian Nhu-Y! Learning while having fun. Every Monday at 7 pm, in the Nest -- Acompañenos en nuestra Hora de Cuentos en Pijama en la biblioteca de Gilroy, donde leemos cuentos, cantamos canciones, y jugamos con la bibliotecaria Nhu-Y. No olviden traer sus pijamas puestas. ¡Aprendan mientras se divierten! Cada Lunes a las 7:00pm en el nido

Animals & their Adaptations [Summer Reading 2025]

Leveling up your animal knowledge! Examine live animals from a variety of taxonomic groups. Learn about diet, habitat, ecological role, structure, and function. Observe and discuss differences among animals.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill o......More

Leveling up your animal knowledge! Examine live animals from a variety of taxonomic groups. Learn about diet, habitat, ecological role, structure, and function. Observe and discuss differences among animals.  For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected]. --- ¡Lleva tus conocimientos sobre animales al siguiente nivel! Examina animales vivos de una variedad de grupos taxonómicos. Aprende sobre su alimentación, hábitat, rol ecológico, estructura y función. Observa y analiza las diferencias entre los distintos animales. Para solicitar adaptaciones de accesibilidad (por ejemplo, lenguaje de señas americano), por favor llene el formulario en línea en sccld.org/accessibility al menos 7 días antes del evento. Si necesita ayuda con el formulario, hable con un miembro del personal en su biblioteca local, llame al (408) 540-3945 o envíenos un correo electrónico a [email protected]. Sign up for Summer Reading 2025: Level Up at Your Library June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/rea... or download the free Beanstack App. --- Regístrese para Lectura de verano 2025: Sube de nivel en tu biblioteca del 1 de junio al 31 de julio y gane una recompensa por leer 5 libros y completar 1 actividad. Recoja su recompensa final en su biblioteca local de SCCLD del 1 al 31 de agosto hasta agotar premios. Regístrate y lleva el seguimiento de tus libros con Beanstack en línea: https://sccl.beanstack.org/rea... o descarga la aplicación gratuita de Beanstack.

Zumba at Gilroy Library

Join us for a free weekly dance and rhythm based workout. This Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow dance exhilarates your senses and works all major muscle groups in a high-energy cardio blast that leaves you invigorated, refreshed and full of life. Zumba features rhythms l......More

Join us for a free weekly dance and rhythm based workout. This Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow dance exhilarates your senses and works all major muscle groups in a high-energy cardio blast that leaves you invigorated, refreshed and full of life. Zumba features rhythms like salsa, merengue, cumbia and samba set to Latin and international beats. We recommend you wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes and bring your own water and towel. No registration is required.  All adults are welcome to join us. ------------------------------- Únase a nosotros para un entrenamiento gratuito basado en baile y ritmo. Este baile de inspiración latina y fácil de seguir estimula tus sentidos y trabaja todos los grupos musculares principales en una explosión cardiovascular de alta energía que te deja vigorizado, renovado y lleno de vida. Zumba presenta ritmos como salsa, merengue, cumbia y samba con ritmos latinos e internacionales. Use ropa y zapatos deportivos cómodos. Trae tu propia botella de agua y una toalla. No es necesario registrarse. Todos los adultos son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotros.

Volunteer to Teach an Adult How to Read: Reading Program Orientation

GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY by becoming an adult literacy tutor for the Reading Program to support an adult learner improve their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to achieve their lifelong goals. What are the requirements to volunteer? Be an ......More

GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY by becoming an adult literacy tutor for the Reading Program to support an adult learner improve their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to achieve their lifelong goals. What are the requirements to volunteer? Be an adult (age 18 and up) Be patient, adaptable, and dedicated Be able to read and write in English at a high school level Attend orientation and training Clear online background check (fees covered by SCCLD) Fill out online forms for the program and the County Dedicate at least 2 hours a week for at least 6 months (choose your own schedule) Prepare learner-centered lessons (resources will be provided) Register now to attend the orientation to learn more about the Reading Program and how you can become a volunteer adult literacy tutor! To learn more about the Reading Program, visit our web page.

Bilingual Storytime English & Vietnamese | Đọc Truyện Song Ngữ Anh Việt

 Let's read stories, sing songs, dance, and play games with Miss Như Ý. Come to the Gilroy library to learn Vietnamese while having lots of fun every Wednesday.  Chúng ta cùng đọc sách, ca múa, và vui chơi cùng cô Như Ý nhé. Mời bé đến thư viện Gilroy vừa học tiếng......More

 Let's read stories, sing songs, dance, and play games with Miss Như Ý. Come to the Gilroy library to learn Vietnamese while having lots of fun every Wednesday.  Chúng ta cùng đọc sách, ca múa, và vui chơi cùng cô Như Ý nhé. Mời bé đến thư viện Gilroy vừa học tiếng Việt vừa chơi vui thật vui mỗi thứ tư hàng tuần. 

Volunteer to Teach an Adult How to Read: Reading Program Orientation

GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY by becoming an adult literacy tutor for the Reading Program to support an adult learner improve their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to achieve their lifelong goals. What are the requirements to volunteer? Be an ......More

GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY by becoming an adult literacy tutor for the Reading Program to support an adult learner improve their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to achieve their lifelong goals. What are the requirements to volunteer? Be an adult (age 18 and up) Be patient, adaptable, and dedicated Be able to read and write in English at a high school level Attend orientation and training Clear online background check (fees covered by SCCLD) Fill out online forms for the program and the County Dedicate at least 2 hours a week for at least 6 months (choose your own schedule) Prepare learner-centered lessons (resources will be provided) Register now to attend the orientation to learn more about the Reading Program and how you can become a volunteer adult literacy tutor! To learn more about the Reading Program, visit our web page.

Family Storytime / Hora de Cuentos

Join us at the Gilroy Library on Thursday mornings for a family storytime, where we'll share fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs to nurture early literacy skills with Librarian Rosa. Afterward, stay for 30 minutes of Stay and Play time. ***********************......More

Join us at the Gilroy Library on Thursday mornings for a family storytime, where we'll share fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs to nurture early literacy skills with Librarian Rosa. Afterward, stay for 30 minutes of Stay and Play time. *********************************************************************************************************************************Únase a nosotros en la Biblioteca de Gilroy los jueves por la mañana para una hora de cuentos donde compartiremos historias divertidas, rimas, y canciones con Bibliotecaria Rosa. Después, quédese durante 30 minutos para disfrutar del tiempo de jugar.

Knitting and Crochet Weekly Meetup / Tejido Semanal

Join us for an informal weekly drop-in knitting and crochet circle. Bring your projects, ask questions, receive help, share ideas, and meet new people! We meet upstairs in Quiet Study B. -------------------- Únase a nosotros para un círculo semanal informal de tejido y......More

Join us for an informal weekly drop-in knitting and crochet circle. Bring your projects, ask questions, receive help, share ideas, and meet new people! We meet upstairs in Quiet Study B. -------------------- Únase a nosotros para un círculo semanal informal de tejido y crochet. ¡Trae tus proyectos, haz preguntas, recibe ayuda, comparte ideas y conoce gente nueva! Nos reunimos arriba en Quiet Study B.

Big Book Sale (Gran venta de libros) of the Friends of the Gilroy Library

The Friends of the Gilroy Library invite eveyone to our monthly big book sale! This special sale is held on the second Saturday of every month. All ages are welcome to browse and find a great deal! We sell hardback and paperback books, blu rays, DVDs, audiobook and mu......More

The Friends of the Gilroy Library invite eveyone to our monthly big book sale! This special sale is held on the second Saturday of every month. All ages are welcome to browse and find a great deal! We sell hardback and paperback books, blu rays, DVDs, audiobook and music CDs in many languages. Prices vary from 50 cents for paperbacks and up for other items. Purchase a bag full for $5 for members and $8 for nonmembers. Credit card purchase available for amounts over $5.00. Annual Membership rates: $5.00 Individual $10.00 Family $25.00 Patron/Business $100.00 Library Friends Champion Join or renew membership at http://friendsofgilroylibrary.... Ongoing Bookstore hours: Monday 1pm-3pm Tuesday 1pm-3pm Wednesday 1pm-4pm Thursday 10am-3pm Friday 1-3 pm 4th Saturday of the month 10am-1pm Proceeds help fund extra programs and resources for the Gilroy Library. --------------------- Los Amigos de la Biblioteca de Gilroy los invitan a nuestra gran venta mensual de libros. Esta venta especial se realiza el segundo sábado de cada mes. ¡Invitamos a personas de todas las edades a explorar y encontrar grandes ofertas! Vendemos libros de tapa dura y blanda, Blu-rays, DVD, audiolibros y CD de música en varios idiomas. Los precios varían desde 50 centavos para los libros de tapa blanda hasta más artículos. Compre una bolsa completa por $5 para miembros y $8 para quienes no son miembros. Se aceptan compras con tarjeta de crédito por montos superiores a $5.00. Tarifas de membresía anual: $5.00 Individual $10.00 Familiar $25.00 Usuario/Empresa $100.00 Campeón de Amigos de la Biblioteca Únase o renueve su membresía en http://friendsofgilroylibrary.... Horario de la librería: Lunes 1pm-3pm Martes 1pm-3pm Miércoles 1pm-4pm Jueves d10am-3pm Viernes 1pm-3pm Cuarto sábado del mes de 10am-1pm Lo recaudado ayuda a financiar programas y recursos adicionales para la Biblioteca de Gilroy.

Bilingual Storytime: English & Spanish / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe: Ingles y Español

Join us for stories and songs in English & Spanish, followed by music & play time with Librarian Patty Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos y canciones en ingles y español, seguido por música y tiempo para jugar con la Bibliotecaria Patty.

Community Playdate with Little Heroes [Summer Reading 2025]

The Gilroy Library and Little Heroes are collaborating to create a unique, fun-filled community playdate for our families. Right outside of the library, in the paseo area, join us for games and activities for all ages from 10:30am-1pm. Learn more about Little Heroes he......More

The Gilroy Library and Little Heroes are collaborating to create a unique, fun-filled community playdate for our families. Right outside of the library, in the paseo area, join us for games and activities for all ages from 10:30am-1pm. Learn more about Little Heroes here: Home | Little Heroes For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at [email protected]. --- La Biblioteca de Gilroy y Pequeños Héroes colaboran para crear una cita de juegos comunitaria única y divertida para nuestras familias. Justo afuera de la biblioteca, en el paseo, disfrute de juegos y actividades para todas las edades de 10:30 a. m. a 1 p. m. Obtenga más información sobre Pequeños Héroes aquí: https://www.littleheroes.org/ Para solicitar adaptaciones de accesibilidad (por ejemplo, lenguaje de señas americano - ASL), por favor complete el formulario en línea en http://sccld.org/accessibility...al menos 7 días antes del evento. Si necesita ayuda con el formulario, hable con un miembro del personal en su biblioteca local, llame al (408) 540-3945 o envíenos un correo electrónico a [email protected]. Sign up for Summer Reading 2025: Level Up at Your Library June 1st – July 31st and earn a reward for reading 5 books and completing 1 activity. Sign up and track your books with Beanstack online: https://sccl.beanstack.org/reader365 or download the free Beanstack App. Pick up your finishing reward at your local SCCLD library August 1st – 31st while supplies last. All Summer Reading Program information available here: www.sccld.org/summer --- Regístrese para Lectura de verano 2025: La aventura comienza en tu biblioteca del 1 de junio al 31 de julio y gane una recompensa por leer 5 libros y completar 1 actividad. Recoja su recompensa final en su biblioteca local de SCCLD del 1 al 31 de agosto hasta agotar premios. Regístrate y lleva el seguimiento de tus libros con Beanstack en línea: https://sccl.beanstack.org/rea... o descarga la aplicación gratuita de Beanstack.

Level Up Your Cosplay with Cardboard

Bring your favorite characters to life from anime, comic books, and video games. If you are new to the idea of cosplay or have dabbled in the past, we invite you to learn how to build simple prop pieces out of cardboard. These pieces can enhance your future costumes. G......More

Bring your favorite characters to life from anime, comic books, and video games. If you are new to the idea of cosplay or have dabbled in the past, we invite you to learn how to build simple prop pieces out of cardboard. These pieces can enhance your future costumes. Gain new skills to create spectacular cosplay accessories on a budget. Templates will be provided. No experience needed. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Register to reserve your spot. 

Open Poetry Readings

Everyone is welcome to attend and listen or read poetry and join in related discussions. Meetings are on the second Saturday of every month, no sign up required. The Garlicky Group of Poets has been hosted by the Gilroy Library since 1995.  These monthly readings at......More

Everyone is welcome to attend and listen or read poetry and join in related discussions. Meetings are on the second Saturday of every month, no sign up required. The Garlicky Group of Poets has been hosted by the Gilroy Library since 1995.  These monthly readings attract residents from throughout South County. Ed Nauss founded the readings which are free and open to all, not just poets. “Procedures are relaxed, informal, providing equal opportunity for all,” he said. “There is never a ‘featured’ reader, nor is there any internal competition. Nobody gets ‘slammed.’” The Gilroy Dispatch published a lovely article commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Garlicky Poets: https://gilroydispatch.com/poe...

1-on-1 Tech Help / Ayuda con la Tecnología

Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Our Tech Mentor is a bilingual (English / Spanish) volunteer who will do their best to assist you with your technology needs. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistanc......More

Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Our Tech Mentor is a bilingual (English / Spanish) volunteer who will do their best to assist you with your technology needs. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance on Mondays (1pm-5pm).  They can help you: Open an email account Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots Use laptops/Chromebooks Use Microsoft Office And more! ------------------------------------------------------------ ¿Necesitas ayuda para usar una computadora? ¿Quieres configurar una cuenta de correo electrónico? Nuestro Mentor Técnico es un voluntario bilingüe (inglés/español) que hará todo lo posible para ayudarle con sus necesidades tecnológicas. No es necesario registrarse ni concertar cita. Simplemente visítenos y solicite ayuda los lunes (1pm-5pm). Ellos pueden ayudarte: Abrir una cuenta de correo electrónico Conéctese a Wi-Fi/puntos de acceso Utilice computadoras portátiles/Chromebooks Utilice Microsoft Office ¡Y más!

Pajama Storytime

Please join us at Gilroy Library for the Pajama Storytime where we read stories, sing songs, play games, and wear our pajamas for children of all ages with Librarian Nhu-Y! Learning while having fun. Every Monday at 7 pm, in the Nest -- Acompañenos en nuestra Hora de......More

Please join us at Gilroy Library for the Pajama Storytime where we read stories, sing songs, play games, and wear our pajamas for children of all ages with Librarian Nhu-Y! Learning while having fun. Every Monday at 7 pm, in the Nest -- Acompañenos en nuestra Hora de Cuentos en Pijama en la biblioteca de Gilroy, donde leemos cuentos, cantamos canciones, y jugamos con la bibliotecaria Nhu-Y. No olviden traer sus pijamas puestas. ¡Aprendan mientras se divierten! Cada Lunes a las 7:00pm en el nido