• Public Speaking Practice

    Do you have a presentation or interview coming up? Want to gain confidence with your public speaking and conversation skills? Silicon Valley Speaking Club meetings are an excellent opportunity for practice!  A free program. Group is friendly and welcoming.  If you have a presentation or other material prepared which you would like to practice, please notify me […]

  • A Four-Day Hands-on Python Workshop

    Kick-start your coding journey with this engaging beginner-level Python workshop! Perfect for middle and high school students interested in coding or preparing for college admissions. This program covers essential Python concepts and introduces the building blocks of Generative and Agentic AI applications.  Course will cover practical applications of tools like PyCharm and GitHub. The workshop will conclude […]

  • (Virtual) Cambrian and Pearl Mystery Book Club

    This month we will be discussing Zero Days by Ruth Ware.Hired by companies to hack security systems, Jack and her husband are the best penetration specialists in the business. But after an assignment goes wrong, Jack arrives home to find her husband dead, and she is the prime suspect. Suddenly on the run, Jack must decide […]

  • (Virtual) Evergreen Book Club

    Please join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00 - 7:00pm for a fun and engaging literary discussion. New members are always welcome!This month's discussion is devoted to sharing potential titles for 2026. Please come to this meeting with four titles you would like the group to consider. Titles must be: 350 […]

  • Companions of the Sun: Author Talk & Dance Performance (Virtual/In-Person)

    Learn about the origins and practice of Iranian dance in this talk and performance by Dr. Farima Berenji. She will discuss Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance, as well as how Iranian culture has impacted global music and dance traditions. There will be a short performance and audience participation dance as part of […]

  • San Jose Stamp Club

    Our library volunteer and experienced stamp collector from San Jose Stamp Club invites you to attend a meeting to learn about the fun and educational opportunities with collecting stamps. Meetings are free to attend and held on the 1st Wednesday at 6:45pm of the month in Pearl Ave Branch Library Community Room. Learn the fun of collecting stamps […]

  • 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 […]

  • Afternoon Crafts – Grab & Go

    Take home our weekly Grab-&-Go craft project. These are simple projects that are easy but rewarding to make.  We include instructions and materials for you.  Scissors, glue, tape, and coloring supplies are not provided. Free. No registration required. While supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • 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 […]

  • 3D Printing On Demand

    Want to get something printed on our 3D printer? Participants can choose a design from Thingiverse, or provide their own design. Designs must be in an .stl file format and able to be emailed. We estimate that 3D prints will be ready for pickup within 7 days of submission. Designs are considered printable if able […]