• Pearl Avenue Teens Reach Meeting

    Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates. For ages 13-18. Pearl Avenue's Teens Reach group meets monthly on the third Thursday with socializing and fun at […]

  • Family Fun Night @ Alviso – BINGO & Prizes

    Join us at the Alviso Branch Library for Family Fun Night where we will host several rounds of BINGO for families to enjoy and have a chance to win some prizes!  Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Recommended for Families. Free. No Registration Required.Sponsored by The Legacy San José Alviso Youth FoundationADA Accommodation Requests

  • STEM for Kids

    Join us at the library for our exciting STEM for Kids program, where learning comes to life through hands-on activities! Each session will explore different areas of science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, family-friendly environment. It's a great way for kids to experiment, build, and discover thoughrough play. Recommended for children 5-10 years […]

  • *Virtual * East Carnegie Teens Reach Meeting

    Learn about volunteering at the library!This leadership and volunteer service group for teens ages 13-18 meets on the third Thursday of each month at 5:00pm. Get involved, earn volunteer hours, and be a leader in the library. This free program will take place online via Zoom. Registration is required in order to obtain the Zoom […]

  • Tully Branch Citizenship Classes (In-person)

    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 will review: the citizenship application processquestions from the citizenship teststrategies in practicing for the test The purpose of this class is for you to feel comfortable with […]

  • 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 Bascom. Días de clases son los Martes y Jueves con excepción de los días: 11 de Noviembre - Veterans Day 27 de Noviembre - Thanksgiving Ultimo día de […]

  • *Virtual* Parent & Child Caregiver Community of Practice

    ENGLISH  Are you a parent or caregiver of children ages 0-5? Join us for weekly virtual sessions (Thursdays | 6:30-7:45 PM) where we will explore helpful caregiving topics. Weekly guest speakers will deliver informational trainings on topics such as positive parenting, child development, inclusion, health, and safety. Connect with other caregivers, learn new skills, and gain support for the meaningful role you play […]

  • Third Thursdays with Poetry Center San Jose

    Third Thursdays is a monthly Poetry program in partnership with Poetry Center San José and hosted by local poet Mighty Mike McGee! This month - All Open Mic, No Feature!Poetry Center San José's mission is to nurture and promote diverse literary expression in our community as a means of exploring, defining, and enriching the human experience.For those under 18 […]

  • 1:1 Tech Mentor / Giáo Viên Máy Tính

    Free.  By appointment only.Offered in-person or virtually via Zoom, in English, Español, or Tiếng Việt.Would you like to find out more about computers? Learn at your own pace!What We Do: Intro to computer basicsAccount or device setupIntro to Microsoft OfficeJob search & resume helpNavigating/organizing emailAnd more!Contact Tiffany Lam by phone (408) 808-3056 or email at tiffany.lam@sjlibrary.org to make […]

  • Computer Assembly Workshop [by Appointment]

    Free. Recommended for ages 10+ With Lab PCs donated by our local community, you will learn: Components needed to assemble a working computerHow to plan out and shop for a new/used computer componentsHow to assemble a PC without damaging components Class Breakdown: Presentation on minimum necessary components and their functionsStudents/families (in small groups) will be given […]