Events
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, you will Learn:
Components…Registration requiredRegister for event
Vineland Seed Library
In ProgressAll dayThe Vineland seed library has seeds available for the current planting season. Seeds are available during open library hours in the reading room. As of June 6th, 2023, our seeds currently available*:
ArtichokeArugulaBasilEggplantFlowers…
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…
Calabazas Seed Library
In ProgressAll dayThe Calabazas Library has launched our seed library, generously funded by a District 1 grant. We have seeds available in a number of herb and vegetable varieties*:
Basil - Holy Green Leaf Basil - Italian Large Leaf (organic) Bean -…
Adult Activities Corner
In ProgressAll dayDue to popular demand, we are providing an arts and crafts corner for adults near the printer.
Please check here for crafts that are suitable for adults to complete!
Make something for a friend or for yourself! Just have fun!
Please…
- All dayOnline event
***Please be aware that a waitlist has been started. Individuals signing up after 5/17/2023 will be contacted in early June about whether they can be admitted into the program.***
The WeThrive High School Entrepreneur Summer Camp is for…
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Spin the Wheel for Prizes
In ProgressAll dayAre you excited for Summer Learning? Here at the Cambrian Branch Library, we are!
Come visit us once you've reached your first 8 books or 8 hours milestone and spin the wheel for some fun prizes! We've got bubbles, pop bracelets, squishies,…
Grab and Go: Decorate Your Own Sketchbook
In ProgressCome by the Rose Garden Branch Library to celebrate this year's Graphic Novel Making Contest by picking up your own Sketchbook Decorating Kit!
Sketchbook Kits include: notebook and instructions.
Graphic novel pages…
Grab and Go: Decorate Your Own SketchBook
In ProgressSketchbook Decoration kit are ready to Grab and Go!
Come stop by to East San Jose Carnegie Library to celebrate SJPL's Graphic Novel Making Contest and Summer Learning as well as pick up a free comic book.
Sketchbook kits includes:…
MLK Library 20th Anniversary Exhibit
In ProgressCan you believe it? The Martin Luther King Jr. Library has been at the southeast corner of Fourth and San Fernando for 20 years!
This exhibit tells the story of the library through it's many transformations and tribulations. Discover the…
Have fun with Flags! Find the flag of the country marked on the map and get a stamp on your "World Passport" together with a small prize. When you fill out your passport with the stamps, you will receive the Certificate of World Traveler!
It…
Volunteers 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 event
- All day
*Update - No more Sketchbooks available at the Seven Trees location*Get ready for this summer’s Graphic Novel Making Contest by grabbing a kit to decorate your own sketchbook. Stop by at Seven Trees to pick up your kit.
Sketchbook Kits…
June 6: The remaining kits we have are recommended for teens. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last. Feel free to contact another branch for sketchbook availability.
Get ready for this summer’s Graphic Novel Making…
Have fun with Flags! Find the flag of the country marked on the map and get a stamp on your "World Passport" together with a small prize. When you fill out your passport with the stamps, you will receive the Certificate of World Traveler!
It…
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 eventGrab & Go Decorate Sketchbook
In ProgressJune 6: The remaining kits we have are recommended for teens. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last. Feel free to contact another branch for sketchbook availability.
Get ready for this summer’s Graphic Novel Making…
The Edenvale Branch Library presents an in person adult English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club.This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners who want to develop and increase English Language and…
*This is a FREE webinar*In this dual focused workshop, a SJPL Works Business Librarian help you learn interview and networking skills. Interviewing can be very high stress and nerve-racking experience. Come learn how to successfully prepare…
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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…
