Ongoing

Letters to Santa

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 […]

Write a Letter to Santa

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 […]

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 […]

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? […]

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 […]

Digital Skill Building: Social Media Overview

Build up your knowledge and boost your confidence with technology! With SJPL's Digital Skill Building Pathways, you can practice the skills essential to living and working in the digital world.  December: Social […]

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 […]

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 a sentence to […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Music and Movement with Stay&Play

Join us for Music and Movement storytime. Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Line Dancing (Low Intermediate Level)

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Village Square Homework Club

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

1:1 Tech Mentor/ 1:1 技术导师

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 […]

STEAM Club

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

Teen Foodies

Love to craft, love to eat? It might sound like a funny combination, but it’s really not. Food Crafting is a thing, and we do it every second Tuesday of […]

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. […]

WEST VALLEY BOOK CLUB

We will discuss "The Girl You Left Behind" by Jojo Moyes.While her adored husband Edouard fights on the front, all Sophie has of him is the beautiful portrait he painted […]

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 […]

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 […]

Paper Snowflake Craft

Join us in learning how to make your own paper snowflake!Recommended for ages six years old and up.Free. No registration required. While supplies last.ADA Accommodation Requests

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

Reading to Children

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 […]

Adventures in AI

Adventures in AI: Explore the World of Artificial Intelligence! Get ready for an exciting hands-on class where students will discover how artificial intelligence works through interactive projects and creative challenges. […]

Adventures in AI

Adventures in AI: Explore the World of Artificial Intelligence! Get ready for an exciting hands-on class where students will discover how artificial intelligence works through interactive projects and creative challenges. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

A Four-Day Hands-on Python Workshop

Kick-start your coding journey with this engaging beginner-level Python workshop! Perfect for middle and high school students interested in coding or preparing for college admissions. This program covers essential Python […]