• 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 welcoming and respectful environment. Enhance your speaking and listening skills, expand your vocabulary, discuss current events, and much more! Free. Please sign in weekly to […]

  • Leyendo en español e ingles para niños – Reading to Children in Spanish and English

    Leyendo en español e ingles para niños Nuestras voluntarias leerán cuentos en español e inglés para niños y sus familias. La participación en este programa es una manera excelente para que los niños desarrollen su imaginación y despierten el amor por los libros.El programa, leyendo en español e inglés para niños, tomará lugar en el área […]

  • Read to Succeed: Reading with a Police Officer

    Join a special guest from the San José Police Department (SJPD) at the Almaden Branch Library to share stories and the joys of reading to children as part of our Read to Succeed early education program. We’re excited to partner with the SJPD to bring this special program to the Almaden neighborhood.  Would you like your children to have […]

  • Mathema Adventures: A D&D-Inspired Math Games Program for Kids

    Are you interested in math? Do you want to improve your problem solving skills and understanding of math? Or do you enjoy math in general? Well, come join us in this Dungeons-&- Dragons-inspired interactive and immersive adventure to improve your math skills! Journey through the world of Mathema to learn math skills to be used […]

  • Reading to Children with Aysha

    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 or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the […]

  • 1-on-1 Tech Help

    BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Do you need help using the computer? Don’t know how to send an email or set up a Zoom meeting? Our tech mentor can help! Learn how to: Open an email accountConnect to Wi-Fi/hotspotsUse laptops/ChromebooksUse Microsoft OfficeFill out simple forms onlineUse social mediaNavigate the SJPL website And more! Free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. AVAILIBILITY […]

  • One-On-One Tech Help

    Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Stop by the Santa Teresa Branch Library for a session with our experienced volunteer! They can assist you with basic tech issues, such as: Setting up an email account, composing & sending emails, using email attachments Web searches and basic data […]

  • Game Zone

    Are you an expert at board and card games and want to demonstrate your skills, or just want to learn the basics? Or maybe you'd like to sink the 8 ball at a game of pool? Join us in the Teen Room at the Hillview Branch Library if you want to play board and card […]

  • 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 help with homework assignments as well. Teens are also welcome to come and work on their school assignments.ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Chess Club for Kids

    Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families.Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays.ADA Accommodation Requests