• First Friday Tea

    Adults and teens, join us the first Friday every month for an English-style tea service. In the event the first Friday is a holiday, the program will run on the […]

  • Volunteer for Bascom Library Book Sale

    Help the Friends of Bascom Library with their book sale. This is a Volunteer Away Your Fines opportunity! Please note, our shifts on Friday, November 7 from 2:00-5:00 PM and Saturday, […]

  • ESL Conversation Club: Intermediate

    Suitable for Intermediate English learners. We invite you to practice your English speaking and listening skills through our weekly conversation club! Each session is conducted in-person by library staff. We aim […]

  • ESL Conversation Club for Beginners

    Come and practice speaking English with a friendly group in the library. Improve your English communication skills in a relaxed environment. Free. In-person. No registration is required.ADA Accommodation Requests --- Ven […]

  • 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 reading coach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for […]

  • Virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

    San Jose Public Library presents a virtual (Zoom) English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club. This is a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English. Club meetings will convene […]

  • Video Game Zone

    Have fun and compete with others in a variety of popular games on Nintendo Switch, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! Open to Teens and Pre-Teens.No […]

  • Friday Family Game ZONE

    Join us as we play hit titles for Nintendo Switch, including Super Mario Brothers Party, Mario Kart,Super Smash Bros, and more.   We also have board games and card games for children, […]

  • English & Math Tutoring

    Need help with English and Math? Whether it's homework help or general tutoring needed, schedule an appointment with our volunteer who can help with English and math subjects for all […]