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Write a letter to Santa Clause in the North Pole. Special Santa stationary, envelopes, and color your own stamps are available in the Children's Room. Be sure to remember to […]

What do you wish to receive this holiday?  Would you like to write a letter to Santa to let him know what you want?  Join us for a fun program […]

Advice | Information | Referral Social Workers in the Library offers free social service information and referrals*. Our staff can meet with you, approach your needs without judgement, and help […]

Free. Offered in-person, in English or Tiếng Việt.Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!Bạn có cần tìm hiểu thêm về máy vi tính không? […]

This is a Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services program held at the Alviso Branch Library for adults 50+.Activities including fitness, games, and crafts are from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. […]

Bridge is great exercise for your brain! This Bridge program is designed for adults who are passionate about Bridge and are looking to enhance their game with regular practice and social […]

Toddler Storytime invites children and their caregivers to wiggle, rhyme, and sing with diverse books, songs, and fingerplays that encourage language, play, and exploration. This program is geared for children […]

Join us for a construction playdate at the library! This event offers a fantastic opportunity for little ones and their caregivers to come together for fun-filled moments. Don't miss out […]

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.  […]

This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently, and their caregivers. Come join us every second Tuesday of the month for Baby Lapsit Storytime! Baby Lapsit invites newborns, […]

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime […]

English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly at the library in the […]

¿Necesitas ayuda con tu resumen (currículum)? ¿Necesita ayuda para buscar oportunidades de empleo? Reúnase personalmente con un miembro del personal de la biblioteca (uno a uno) para aprender cómo: Crea […]

Develop your English language skills by practicing speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Do you want to build your English language skills and your confidence? The Edenvale Branch […]

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime […]

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime […]

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 […]

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime […]

Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet?  Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, talk about all things yarn, or learn how to knit or crochet?  […]

Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities. […]

*This is a FREE webinar* A well-crafted resume and cover letter are vital tools to helping you stand out to potential employers. Come join a SJPL Works Business & Career […]

"Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues." Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play […]

Do you have questions or need assistance with technology? At the Almaden Branch you can make a 30-minute appointment to assist you with: Learning to use Libby (formerly Overdrive) to […]

Pick up a worksheet and build your English vocabulary! Word game worksheets will be available by the library’s front entrance. Free. While Supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests ¡Toma una hoja […]

Free. Registration and placement test required. Fall 2025 semester is closed.  Use the link to sign up for Spring 2026.Learn basic reading, writing, speaking, & listening skills with your library […]

Build your English conversation skills with other adult learners in a welcoming and respectful environment. Practice your speaking and listening skills, expand your vocabulary, discuss current events, and much more! Free. No registration […]

Get personalized tech assistance. Help is available for basic tasks such as: Using emailConnecting to WiFiAccessing library resources such as e-books and e-learning of San Jose Public LibraryCreating documents by […]

Join our wonderful volunteer instructor Audrey Chen for line dancing classes. Have fun and enjoy music while performing calorie-burning dance movements! Some line dancing experience is needed for this class. Those looking […]

FREE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please call (408) 350-3239 to set up a free one-on-one counseling appointment. Do you have questions about Medicare or Medi-Cal?Sourcewise's HICAP counselors offer one-on-one counseling for those looking to make […]

Join us for this presentation focusing on recognition of our emotions and control of our actions. This includes understanding each of the following: self regulation, social habits, auto recognition, empathy, and motivation. […]

Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet?  Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet?  All […]

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one […]

Advice | Information | Referral Social Workers in the Library offers free social service information and referrals*. Our staff can meet with you, approach your needs without judgement, and help […]

Make designs like a sailboat, penguin, frog, or samurai helmet using colorful paper. Then decorate your origami with markers! This is a self-directed program in which all supplies and instructions […]

English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly with a trained facilitator courtesy […]

Need room to get homework done and work on class projects? Join as at the Village Square Homework Club. Basic school supplies and snacks are provided. Volunteers are available to […]

Need room to get homework done and work on class projects? Join us at the Evergreen Branch Homework Club. Basic school supplies are provided. Volunteers are available to help with […]

Free. Offered in-person, in English or 中文.Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!您想了解更多关于计算机的信息吗？按照自己的节奏学习！ No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for […]

Do you like to game to unwind? Take a break after school with Nintendo November! At these weekly Tuesday events, teens can drop into our Teen Room and play the Nintendo Switch, which […]

Join us every Tuesday and experience the digital world like never before in our Virtual Reality program. Learn how to use our virtual reality equipment, try a virtual reality experience for […]

Bilingual Music and Movement in English and Vietnamese is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger […]

Hosted by the Santa Teresa Branch Library. Santa will be making a special appearance at the library for pictures! Please note that Santa will need to return to his workshop […]

Children in grades K-3 are invited to join us for STEAM Club every Tuesday from 4:00-5:00 PM. Each week, participants will experience an exciting, new STEAM adventure involving hands-on activities that integrate different aspects […]

Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library for ages 13-18, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and […]

In this volunteer-led coaching program, students in grades 7-12 can get assistance on a variety of math and science subjects, included chemistry, biology, pre-algebra and more. All sessions will be […]

Join us every Tuesday as we learn about an artist or art style, then make art of our own. Recommended for ages 5-12.December Events: December 2 - Rock PenguinsDecember 9 - Glowing LanternsDecember […]

Join us for Homework Club. We have supplies, space, and homework help.  When you complete your homework goal for the session you can pick a prize from the prize box. Free. […]

Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while […]

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K–5 with the opportunity to strengthen their reading skills by working one-on-one with a friendly reading coach. This program creates a positive and supportive […]

Develop your English language skills by practicing speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Do you want to build your English language skills and your confidence? The Educational Park […]

This beginner course will introduce Sanskrit to children.  Students will begin by learning the alphabet. For Ages 7-17. Free! ADA Accommodation Requests

Are you ready to begin your path towards citizenship? Join us in person to practice for the U.S. Citizenship Interview and learn about: N-400 test questionsCivic TestPractice the reading and writing […]

Are you ready to begin your path towards citizenship? Are you interested in attending a series of classes that prepare you for the citizenship test? Join us for informational sessions that […]

Our library volunteer Ms. Jenny will be available in the children's picture book area to read picture books to children. Children will have fun listening to stories while they develop a […]

Come volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour by helping us tidy and clean the library as a Branch Buddy! This is a perfect opportunity for […]

Get ready to sleigh your way through December with our special Adult Holiday Trivia Night! This festive, adults-only event brings together the best of the season—cozy vibes, friendly competition, and […]

¿Quieres mejorar tu vocabulario en inglés, aprender gramática, y hacer amigos? Te invitamos a participar en esta clase de inglés nivel cero dirigida por la voluntaria Michelle en la Biblioteca […]

Join us at Vineland Branch Library for some adult only craft time. Activities will change each month. This month's project is holiday felt ornaments. make one for your self or a gift. Get […]

Get ready to enter the grid! Join us at the library for a special screening of the groundbreaking 1982 sci-fi classic, Tron. Experience early computer-generated imagery and the iconic story of […]

ESL 502 is a non-credit high-beginning level ESL course through Evergreen Valley College (EVC) designed to improve students' listening, speaking, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Students will learn how to […]

Join us for a fun hour of reading aloud! The librarian will read a selection of picture books, easy readers and chapter books to entire families that foster engagement and […]

Dance, sweat and move to the hottest Bollywood music and experience sheer exhilaration. Build endurance and tone in this addictive Bollywood dance workout! This energetic dance workout will be volunteer […]

Join us for the monthly meeting of Rose's Book Club! Our meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. We read and discuss different books each month. This […]