• Bilingual Reading to Children with Leila

    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. Our volunteer, Ms. Leila, will read in either […]

  • Tech Mentor

    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 thoughtful advice and problem-solving. We will do our best to assist you with your tech dilemmas. […]

  • English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation & Grammar Club

    East San Jose Carnegie Branch presents English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation and Grammar Club. This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English. Our exceptional and experienced ELL Conversation & Grammar Club host, Manju, will lead these in-person classes on Thursday afternoons from 3:00- 4:30 PM. We invite you to join us to […]

  • Rose Garden Game Lounge

    Come relax and have fun with our monthly after-school game lounge! Enjoy a variety of Nintendo Switch games or bring your favorite console and games (up to T-rated) to share. Other activities and snacks provided on a rotating basis. Open to current elementary, middle, and high school students. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • 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 reading experience for beginning and developing readers, helping children build confidence and fluency. Our reading coach listens as children read, offering encouragement and support in […]

  • Junior STEAM Club

    Drop in every Thursday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure for young scientists and their caregivers, from robots to engineering to science to making. September 4 - Slime LabSeptember 11 - BREAK - drop by to pick up a grab & go STEAM kitSeptember 18 - Talk Like a Pirate DaySeptember 25 - Sphero ArtOctober 2 […]

  • Spooky Crafternoon: Monster Bookmarks

    You've gathered some ghost stories and are excited to read, but how will you save your spot on your reading journey this fall? Level up your bookish adventures by creating your own monster bookmark! In this drop-in craft program participants will learn simple folding techniques to make their own corner bookmarks out of decorative paper. […]

  • Reading To Children at the Willow Glen Library

    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 volunteers Mike & Sally. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests

  • LEGO® Fun

    Join us at Tully library every Thursday for LEGO® fun. Bring your creativity and imagination to build unique models using our LEGO® pieces. Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. For children and families. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests

  • 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 volunteer. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our volunteers will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students […]