Events

Celebrate the 100th Year Commemoration of Black History Month with San Jose Public Library! 

Explore the 2026 Art of the African Diaspora Exhibit in the DiNapoli Gallery, located on the second floor of the King Library from…

Free.  By appointment only.  Call for availability.  Same day booking not always possible.Offered in English, Español, or Tiếng Việt.Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!What…

Join the Berryessa Book Club on the third Friday of the month for a fun and engaging literary discussion.  

In January, we will be reading "The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder" by David Grann.

The…

San Jose Public Library presents a virtual (Zoom) English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club. This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English. Club meetings will convene weekly with an online trained…

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A well-crafted resume is vital to helping you stand out to potential employers. Our volunteer will help you learn the essential elements of a successful resume and also practice for an interview. Receive tips…

Join us for a creative and heartwarming art activity where every link counts! Write a message of kindness, gratitude, or encouragement on a colorful strip of paper, then add it to our growing community chain. Together, we’ll build a…

Stop by the library and get crafty! 

The Mt Pleasant Neighborhood Library is hosting Jewelry Making for Adults. Supplies are available to use to create whatever you like. Make something for a friend or for yourself.…

Need help with English and Math homework? Whether it's homework help or tutoring needed to improve in the subject, schedule an appointment with our volunteer who can help with English and math subjects for all grades including college…

Welcome to Millennial Book Club! This book club is intended for younger adults who identify as Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z. 

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Participants will practice basic conversation in day-to-day life.  We will work on vocabulary and review basic sentence structures. For adults who need more practice and are not fluent in English.  Everyone is welcome. …

Practice basic writing skills in English with our tutor in a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners. Sessions will include creating simple sentence structures, some basic grammar, and build up to writing a simple…

The Cricut Open Lab is a 45-minute learning session on select Fridays with machines available to use. First-time users can learn what the Cricut machine is and how it works. You can also watch these tutorial videos ahead of time to get a…

Berryessa Branch Library presents an in-person adult English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club.Are you looking for a place to practice your English conversation skills in a fun, welcoming and safe environment? Our English Language…

Let's gather together for an inspiring evening where we will explore the forces that shape community life - history, belonging, mysteries and challenges, and the quiet magic of a small town. Hear how towns and neighborhoods…

Meet Keeonna Harris, author of Mainline Mama. As a mother of five who navigated the challenges of the carceral system in California for over two decades, Keeonna’s story is one of fierce love and unwavering advocacy. Following a brief talk…

Are you a writer who would like to read to an audience? Join the South Bay Writers (a chapter of the California Writers Club) for a monthly gathering where anyone may attend and read for up to 10 minutes in any genre. Feedback on your work…

Free.  By appointment only.  Call for availability.  Same day booking not always possible.Offered in English, Español, or Tiếng Việt.Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!What…

Crochet Together with the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood Library!

Crochet Together is a volunteer-run event teaching participants how to crochet. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials.For children interested in crochet, the…

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 thoughtful…

You applied for a job and received a call back for an interview. Congratulations! Do you want help preparing for the interview?

Meet one-on-one with Daniel, an experienced job interview coach to help you prepare by giving feedback…