• Freedom to Read Scavenger Hunt

    Celebrate Banned Books Week with two fun scavenger hunts! Kids can explore the Children’s Room to uncover clues about challenged favorites, while teens and adults can test their knowledge with […]

  • Freedom to Read BINGO Reading Challenge

    Celebrate the freedom to read with Banned Books Bingo! Explore frequently challenged titles, learn the stories behind them, and reflect on the importance of protecting intellectual freedom. Pick up a […]

  • Meditation for Adults

    Come join our meditation program to help relax your body and mind, and improve your overall health and well-being. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Mini Math Festival

    Come challenge yourself with fun math games built for the whole family to enjoy from the Julia Robinson Math Festival. Volunteers will guide participants in two rotating math challenges each […]

  • Hillview – Overfelt Adult Education ESL Class

    Learn basic reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills for free! This class meets in-person at the Hillview Branch Library and is led by a certified English instructor in collaboration with Overfelt […]

  • Fiber Arts Circle at Almaden

    Do you enjoy crocheting or knitting? Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or connect with other crafters? Grab your project and join us every week in the […]

  • Friendly Stitchers

    Do you enjoy--or want to learn--cross stitch, embroidery, punch needle, knitting, needlepoint, knitting looms, felting, latch hook, and other needlecrafts? Join our weekly stitching social!  Bring your own project of […]

  • Trunk or Treat

    Join us for candy, lowriders, free books, and more! Brought to you by United Lowrider Council San Jose, Low Conspiracy San Jose, the Friends of the Alum Rock Library, Gloria Dei Lutheran […]

  • 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 […]