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STEM 4 Change: Chemistry of Color

Apr 4th | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
On April 4th join us for “The Chemistry of Color:”
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Egg Scavenger Hunt / Búsqueda de huevos

Apr 4th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Search for laminated eggs throughout the library, if you find all 10 icons, you’ll get 8 colorful eggs and a bag!
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Be a Scientist

Apr 4th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join Be a Scientist for an exciting journey into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics!

Songs of Joy: A Live Preview of CMT San Jose's Godspell

Apr 4th | 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Join us for a spectacular performance! Available on Zoom and in-person.

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New Spring Reads for 2026!

Celebrate Spring with some new book selections from our fiction and nonfiction shelves!

National Beer Day

National Beer Day is April 7. Read and learn about the history of Beer and this holiday.
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Developmental Disability Awareness Month

Every March, we celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness Month with stories, booklists, and events that support disability inclusion.
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