Free Classes

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Everyone Can Create: Beginning Stop Motion Animation: a free program at San José Public Library, Joyce Ellington (491 E. Empire St, San Jose, CA 95112). When: Nov 15 and Nov 22, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Children ages 6-12 are invited to this fun, in-person introduction to stop motion animation. For: Kids, ages 5-10, Pre-Teens, ages 10-12, Teens, ages 12-18. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Children's Area Scavenger Hunts: a free program at San José Public Library, Santa Teresa (290 International Circle, San Jose, CA 95119). When: Nov 14 and Nov 21, 2026, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Pick up a checklist at the table in the Children's Area. For: Kids, ages 5-10, Young Children, ages 0-5. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Hanukkah Cat Magnet Craft: a free program at San José Public Library, Bascom (1000 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. A simple craft for young children: creating a foam refrigerator magnet to celebrate Hanukkah! For: Kids, ages 5-10, Young Children, ages 0-5. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. ESL Class for beginners (Level 0-1) / Clase de inglés para principiantes (Nivel 0-1): a free program at San José Public Library, Willow Glen (1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Start your English learning journey in a friendly and inclusive classroom! For: Adults, ages 18+. Full details on the library's page.

Music and Movement: a free program at San José Public Library, Mt. Pleasant (3411 Rocky Mountain Dr, San Jose, CA 95127). When: Mondays, Nov 16 to 30, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities. For: Young Children, ages 0-5. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Community Yoga and Heartfulness Meditation: a free program at San José Public Library, Cambrian (1780 Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA 95124). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Experience the soothing calm of yoga and meditation, as presented by our partner, The Heartfulness Institute each Saturday. For: Adults, ages 18+, Seniors, ages 65+. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Family Storytime + Stay & Play: a free program at San José Public Library, Evergreen (2635 Aborn Rd, San Jose, CA 95121). When: Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026, 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM. 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. For: Young Children, ages 0-5. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Alum Rock 3D Printing Club: a free program at San José Public Library, Alum Rock (3090 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95127). When: Monday, Nov 16, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Want to try to create something and print it into reality? For: Adults, ages 18+, Pre-Teens, ages 10-12, Teens, ages 12-18. Full details on the library's page.

Music and Movement: a free program at San José Public Library, Mt. Pleasant (3411 Rocky Mountain Dr, San Jose, CA 95127). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities. For: Young Children, ages 0-5. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Gentle Yoga for Adults: a free program at San José Public Library, Berryessa (3355 Noble Avenue, San Jose, CA 95132). When: Sunday, Nov 29, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Discover a soothing, slow-paced Vinyasa practice that combines mindful movement, body awareness, and relaxation to help you connect with your body and find calm. For: Adults, ages 18+, Seniors, ages 65+. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Reading to Children: a free program at San José Public Library, Berryessa (3355 Noble Avenue, San Jose, CA 95132). When: Nov 18 and Nov 25, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. For: Kids, ages 5-10, Young Children, ages 0-5. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Future Voices: Speech & Debate: a free program at San José Public Library, Seven Trees (3590 Cas Dr., San Jose, CA 95111). When: Sunday, Dec 6, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The program helps students gain confidence and become effective communicators through interactive public speaking activities, argumentation, and debate. For: Kids, ages 5-10, Pre-Teens, ages 10-12. Full details on the library's page.