By Greg de Vries · Each program was checked against its own page on October 15, 2026. Confirm the next session with the organizer.
132 adult groups · 9 family programs. This page lists 9 family programs: 7 board game and chess programs at San Jose Public Library branches, 1 at Milpitas Library and 1 online chess club. They are kept separate from the 132 adult and general groups in Explore and are not part of the city filters.
We list a family program only when its own library page shows a recurring session. Details below come from each program's page. Where a page does not say something, such as cost or whether a parent needs to take part, we say so rather than guess.
Family Games: Cards & Board Games
A mix of strategy, educational and luck-based board and card games.
Ages
Children, teens and their families. The page lists all ages from 0 to 65+.
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Tully Branch, 880 Tully Rd, San Jose
When
Sundays, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated. Families are invited to play together.
Registration
Not stated on the program page
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Sunday Game Day
A library staff member or volunteer is available to explain game rules.
Ages
Children, teens, adults and families. The page lists ages 5 to 18+.
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Edenvale Branch (Children's Area), 101 Branham Ln E, San Jose
When
First Sunday of the month, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated. Families are welcome to play together.
Registration
Not stated on the program page
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Game On at the Library
Board games, from new favorites to classics.
Ages
Games for all ages; the page lists ages 0 to 18. Families are invited.
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Joyce Ellington Branch, 491 E Empire St, San Jose
When
Every Sunday, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated. The page says to bring your family and friends.
Registration
No registration required
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Board Game Zone
A large selection of new and classic board games.
Ages
Games for all ages; the page lists ages 0 to 18.
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Seven Trees Branch, 3590 Cas Dr, San Jose
When
Every Sunday, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated.
Registration
No registration required
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Chess Club for Kids
An informal and welcoming chess program. Come to learn or just play a game.
Ages
Ages up to 12, and families
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Bascom Branch (children's area), 1000 S Bascom Ave, San Jose
When
Thursdays, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated. The program is for kids and families.
Registration
Registration encouraged but not required
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Chess Club for Kids
The page asks you to check the event listing for date cancellations and library holidays.
Ages
Kids up to age 12 and their families
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Willow Glen Branch (Community Room), 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose
When
Mondays, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated. The program is for kids and their families.
Registration
Not stated on the program page
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Milpitas Children's Chess Club
This is not a class. Kids need to know the rules of chess already.
Ages
Kids in grades K to 8
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
Santa Clara County Library District, Milpitas Library (Children's Activity Room), 160 N Main St, Milpitas
When
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not required. Kids are expected to play independently.
Registration
Registration not required, but space is limited
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
(Virtual) Chess Club
Kids are paired up to play online and get tips from volunteers. A computer with internet is needed.
Ages
Ages 5 to 12
Cost
Free
Where
Online via Zoom, hosted by the San Jose Public Library Seven Trees Branch
When
Sundays, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated.
Registration
Registration required (an email address is needed). The page currently shows sessions as Waitlist.
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Village Square Chess Club
Chess at the beginner and intermediate levels.
Ages
Kids and teens; the page lists ages 5 to 18
Cost
Not stated on the program page
Where
San Jose Public Library, Village Square Branch (Community Room), 4001 Evergreen Village Sq, San Jose
When
Saturdays, 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Not every Saturday is listed, so check the program page for dates.
Does a parent need to take part?
Not stated.
Registration
No registration required. Walk-ins are welcome
Official program pageConfirm with the organizer before you go. Last checked October 15, 2026.
Are these programs still running?
All 9 program pages were open and showed upcoming sessions on October 15, 2026. Schedules and cancellations change, and library holidays can cancel a session, so confirm with the library before you go. The online chess club showed its upcoming sessions as Waitlist when we checked.
Is there a program missing?
Email [email protected] with the program name and its public page. We keep this page to recurring groups and library programs rather than a full children's activity directory.