Events
Free. Meets daily by appointment only. Email: melissa.maglio@sjlibrary.orgThis opportunity is perfect for anyone preparing to take their citizenship/naturalization test.Meet a trained librarian in person or online using Zoom…
Registration requiredRegister for eventTeen Writing Boxes
In ProgressAll dayGet inspired to write! If you are 12-18 years old, come to the YA room at Bascom Branch Library to take a teen writing box which you may keep for free. Included are a notebook, pens, lots of thought-provoking writing prompts to get you…
Computer Assembly/Disassembly
In ProgressAll dayFree. By appointment only. 1 person or family per appointment. Up to 2 hours per appointment.
Recommended for ages 10+, Email: javier.deleon@sjlibrary.org
With Lab PCs donated by our local community, Patrons will Learn:
Components…Registration requiredRegister for eventVineland Seed Library: Winter
In ProgressAll dayThe Vineland seed library has seeds available for the Winter planting season. Seeds are available during open library hours in the reading room. As of 1/17/23, our seeds currently available*:
BeetsCarrot (various…The Art of The African Diaspora Satellite Exhibition in collaboration with SJPL and SJSU Library is an extension of the Art of the African Diaspora exhibit held in the Richmond Center of Art which presents the work of emerging and…
Read Away Your Fines
In ProgressAll dayEliminate late fines by reading and regain access to library services and resources again! Children and teens can come to the Cambrian Branch Library and use our special Read Away Your Fines reading nook to remove $5 of fines for every 15…
East Side Dreams- Redux
In ProgressSelections from our East Side Dreams exhibit, which ran from July-September 2022, are on now on display at select SJPL library branches:
Hillview Branch: Lowrider photography by Jesus Flores, Maria Herrera, and Robert Bojorquez
Alum…
East Side Dreams- Redux
In ProgressSelections from our East Side Dreams exhibit, which ran from July-September 2022, are on now on display at select SJPL library branches:
Hillview Branch: Lowrider photography by Jesus Flores, Maria Herrera, and Robert Bojorquez
Alum…
East Side Dreams- Redux
In ProgressSelections from our East Side Dreams exhibit, which ran from July-September 2022, are on now on display at select SJPL library branches:
Hillview Branch: Lowrider photography by Jesus Flores, Maria Herrera, and Robert Bojorquez
Alum…
Tech Help / Asistencia con la Tecnología
In ProgressVolunteers and library staff will help you in-person to:
Open an email accountConnect to a hotspot / WiFiUse Chromebooks / laptopsUse ZoomFind and enroll in library classesGet a library cardReserve materialsUse library appsCreate your…Registration requiredRegister for eventWednesday's Word
In ProgressStop by our information desk and earn a treat by demonstrating you know the meaning of our word of the day (for teens).
To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please call…
Grab & Go Craft: Rosa Parks Bus
In ProgressAll dayCelebrate Black History Month with Biblioteca Latinoamericana Branch.
! Children and their families are invited to stop by Biblioteca Latinoamericana Branch and pick up craft supplies while supplies last. Lean about…
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The English as a Second Language (ESL) class is offered in collaboration with the Overfelt Adult Education Center and the Tully Branch Library. Registration and Placement Test is required. You may visit the Adult Ed center to…
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The Multi-Level English as a Second Language (ESL) class is offered in collaboration with the Overfelt Adult Education Center, Alum Rock Branch Library and the Tully Branch Library. Registration and Placement Test is…
Registration requiredRegister for event Need help printing or using Word and Excel? Want to set up an email account? Need ideas on tech security? Questions on accessing SJPL eResources? From the basics to somewhat beyond, volunteer tech mentors are here to help with…
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Meet one-on-one with an experienced volunteer to create or update a resume, search and start applying for a new job.
Sessions are 20 minutes. Be prepared to share a current resume, any job history, list of skills, and/or education with the…
Registration closed This program is in person at Santa Teresa Branch Library.
English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills.…
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Meet one-on-one with an experienced volunteer to create or update a resume, search and start applying for a new job.
Sessions are 20 minutes. Be prepared to share a current resume, any job history, list of skills, and/or education with the…
Connect one-on-one with Library Early Education staff, gain practical information about your child’s development, complete free developmental screenings, and get connected to early learning referrals and community resources to access…
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If you’re interested in building your English skills, join us to learn idioms and why they are so important to your English language learning. Idioms may seem complicated at first, but they can actually be a lot of fun to learn.An idiom is…
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