• Virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation & Grammar Club

    San Jose Public Library presents a virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club. This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English. Our exceptional and experienced ELL Conversation Club host, Manju will lead these virtual sessions Thursday afternoons from 3:00- 4:00 PM. We invite you to join us to practice and build your English conversation […]

  • 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 […]

  • Digital Skills: One-On-One Help

    With SJPL's Digital Skill Building Pathways, you can practice the skills essential to living and working in the digital world. Learning paths include free lessons, resources, and library events like computer classes.  Having trouble following a Digital Skill Building Pathway on your own? Book a 30-minute appointment with a staff member!  We can go through […]

  • 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. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • ESL Classes with Evergreen Valley College (EVC). ESL 501: Reading & Writing 1

    Develop your English language skills by practicing speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Do you want to build your English language skills and your confidence? The Educational Park Branch Library Family Learning Center, in collaboration with Evergreen Valley College (EVC), offers you the opportunity to register today! This beginning non-credit ESL course is FREE! […]

  • Virtual Yoga

    Join the Alum Rock Branch Library for a free Yoga class that is suitable for beginners. Please dress comfortably. Registration is limited and required to receive the Zoom link and password. Registration closes at 4:00 p.m. each Thursday. A Zoom link with password will be emailed prior to the start of class. For privacy, attendees will be given […]

  • Espresso Yourself

    Join us in using different concentrations of coffee to explore painting monochromatically (using only one color). Have fun using different shades of coffee to paint your masterpiece All supplies will be provided. All ages welcome. Adult must accompany child

  • Reading Buddies

    Reading Buddies provides students in grades TK-5 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a teen reading coach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our reading coach will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, […]