Ongoing

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Dia de Muertos Community Ofrenda

The Bascom Library invites you to participate in our community ofrenda for El Día de Muertos. El Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday and tradition that honors the dearly departed and […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

Gratitude Tree

What are you thankful for? Write it on a paper leaf, then add it to our Gratitude Tree next to the Information Desk.  Watch our tree grow as more leaves […]

1:1 Tech Mentor / Giáo Viên Máy Tính

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? […]

Social Workers in the Library Drop-In Hours

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 […]

Senior Nutrition and Enrichment Programs

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 Card Game

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

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 […]

English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

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 […]

U.S. Citizenship Interview Practice

A facilitator will conduct practice interviews that simulate USCIS citizenship interviews. The facilitator will: · ask about the information on the N-400 form, · ask ten civics questions, · provide […]

Wee Play Dates: Wee Build

Come play with us! The San José Public Library is hosting community play dates! Enjoy fun activities with your kids, meet other families, and watch as your children learn through […]

Basic English Conversation

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.  […]

Family 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 […]

賽珍珠的 (大地) 读书会

Ms. Linda, a dedicated Library Volunteer, will host several book-sharing sessions focused on Pearl S. Buck's novel *The Good Earth*. Please note that these sessions will be conducted in Chinese.圖書館志工 Ms. […]

Las Madres Playgroup

"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 […]

Family 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 […]

Indoor Family 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 […]

Baby Lapsit Storytime at Rose Garden

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

Family Storytime and Stay & Play

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 […]

Family Storytime + Stay & Play

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 […]

Bilingual Baby Toddler Storytime / Hora de Cuentos & Stay and Play

Bilingual baby & toddler storytime is geared for babies and toddlers to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. After Storytime concludes, families are invited to […]

Virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

This program is presented by the Calabazas Branch of the San Jose Public Library.Join our wonderful volunteer instructor to improve your English conversation skills with other adult learners in a […]

Indoor Family Storytime with Stay and Play

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 Club

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 […]

Crochet & Knitting Club

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?  […]

*Virtual* Resume & Cover Letter Workshop

*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 […]

Digital Skills: One-On-One Tech Help for Seniors

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 […]

ELL Word Games

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 […]

Seven Trees Overfelt Adult Education ESL Class

Free. Registration and placement test required. Learn basic reading, writing, speaking, & listening skills with your library for free! This class meets in-person at the Seven Trees Branch Library and […]

Tech Mentor: One-On-One Computer Basics

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 […]

English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

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 […]

Willow Glen Library Knitters

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 […]

Reading to Children with Lee

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 […]

Reading Buddies

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for […]

Social Workers in the Library Drop-In Hours

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 […]

Origami for Kids

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 […]

ELL Conversation Club

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 […]

Homework Club at Evergreen Branch Library

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 […]

Nintendo November

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 […]

College App Prep: Essay Help

Getting ready to apply to colleges? High school seniors can meet 1-on-1 with a volunteer experienced in guiding students through the college admissions process. Reserve a 30-minute appointment with our volunteer to […]

Virtual Reality: Exploration & Experiences

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 […]

Educational Park Art Club

This week, in celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we'll learn about Frank Buffalo Hyde, an Onondaga Beaver Clan artist. After, we'll take what we've learned to create art of our own! […]

Math & Science Tutoring for Middle & High School Students

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 […]

Book Club at West Valley Library

We will be discussing "Where the Forest Meets the Stars" by Glendy Vanderah.  This is an award-winning magical Realism novel, where a graduate student encounters a mysterious young girl in […]

Reading Buddies

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 […]

Teens Reach: Action4Earth Event

Join the teen-created and led organization Action4Earth for a hands-on, creative craft STEM workshop where you'll use everyday materials to build a more sustainable future! In this workshop, you'll learn to […]

Homework Club

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. […]

Drop-In Tech Help

Do you need assistance with technology? Staff from the organization Tech Exchange can help you with topics such as: Help using your phoneIntro to computer basicsSetting up/sending emailsWeb searchesCollege applicationsSJPL's […]

Homework Club at Edenvale Branch Library

Need help with your homework? Kindergarten through 8th grade students can come to Edenvale Branch Library's Homework Club to get coached by trained library volunteers. Students can get free help with their homework in […]

LEGO® Club

Come join us at the Joyce Ellington Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under […]

Adult Activities at the Calabazas Branch

Feel free to showcase your ongoing DIY projects at the library, whether it's knitting, drawing, stitching, painting, home improvement, or any other creative endeavor. Our adult programs are inclusive and […]

1 on 1 Tech Assistance

Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job […]

Writing Group for Teens

Do you feel like you have remarkable things to say, waiting to be expressed? Are you curious what others are writing? Want to share your creativity with others? Come to […]

VIRTUAL Math Olympiad Club

Prepare for the prestigious Math Olympiad competition or get better at mathematics! Children ages 8-11 will learn how to solve difficult math problems as preparation for math competitions in middle school. Through guided instruction […]

After-School STEaM Club at Almaden

Drop in on Tuesdays after school for a new STEAM adventure every week. Oct. 28 - Electrical Conductivity (Science from Scientists)In this introduction to electrical conductors and insulators, participants are challenged to build a […]

Sanskrit for Beginners

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

Learn to Code with Scratch

Dive Into Coding with Scratch! Animation, Games & Storytelling Challenge Get ready for a fun hands-on class where students will learn the basics of coding through Scratch's colorful block-based programming […]

Coding with Swift Playground

Get started with Swift, the language used to create apps and programs for iOS and macOS. The program is self-paced and will introduce the language and get participants started with […]

U.S. Citizenship Mock Interview Practice

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 […]

(Virtual) Citizenship Class

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 […]

Clases de Ingles para Hispanos: Nivel Cero

¿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 […]

Tully: EVC ESL-502 – Listening and Speaking 1

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 […]

Reading Under the Stars

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 […]

ELL Writing Club

English language learners (ELL) can practice basic writing skills in English with our tutor in a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners. Sessions take place every 1st and 3rd […]

Bombay Jam

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 […]