• Read to Succeed: Reading with a Police Officer

    Join a special guest from the San José Police Department (SJPD) at the Almaden Branch Library to share stories and the joys of reading to children as part of our Read to Succeed early education program. We’re excited to partner with the SJPD to bring this special program to the Almaden neighborhood. Would you like your children to have fun […]

  • Reading Buddies Bilingual

    Students in grades K-5 will have the 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, sight words, and comprehension. […]

  • Summer 2025 Level Up at Your Library: Level Up Readers

    Level Up this summer with Level Up Readers, a dedicated space where your child can read to a tutor and accomplish their summer reading goal of 5 books! No registration is needed.  For children in grades TK-2.Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library.For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility […]

  • Virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

    This program is presented by the Calabazas Branch of the San Jose Public Library.Join our wonderful volunteer instructor to improve your English conversation skills with other adult learners in a welcoming and respectful environment. Enhance your speaking and listening skills, expand your vocabulary, discuss current events, and much more! Free. Please remember to sign in […]

  • One-on-One Tech Help for Seniors

    Do you need assistance with basic technology needs?  Make a 30 minute appointment with us at East San Jose Carnegie Branch.Some examples of what we can help you with:  downloading an app with your phonecreating another email accountregistering your SJPL accountsetting up Zoom for your laptop or tabletusing Google Mapsand much, much more! One-on-One Tech Help for Seniors is […]

  • Road Scholar: An Adventure in South Africa and Victoria Falls

    Take an adventure to Cape Town, South Africa and Victoria Falls. Start the journey by exploring Cape Town's complex history and dramatic natural beauty. Ride the Rovos Rail to Victoria Falls. Take an adventure in an open-air safari jeep at Chobe National Park and see magnificent wildlife. Road Scholar inspires adults to learn, discover, and […]

  • Social Stitching

    Date: Monday, July 28, 2025 Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm Location: Group Study Room Come join fellow needlework and textile arts enthusiasts at the library! Crafters of all levels are welcome to bring their projects and chat, teach, learn, and make new friends at this casual weekly get together. This group is entirely self-directed and you […]

  • Teddy Bear Tea Party

    Date: Monday, July 28, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Location: Offsite A delightful Teddy Bear Tea Party is coming to Bubb Park! Little ones are invited to bring their favorite teddy or stuffed animal and enjoy a cozy picnic on the grass. A themed storytime will add to the magic, and kids and grown-ups […]

  • Monday Meditation & Mindfulness

    Join us for a series of mindfulness and meditation classes. Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha.For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your […]

  • Pajama Storytime

    Please join us at Gilroy Library for the Pajama Storytime where we read stories, sing songs, play games, and wear our pajamas for children of all ages with Librarian Nhu-Y! Learning while having fun.Every Monday at 7 pm, in the Nest--Acompañenos en nuestra Hora de Cuentos en Pijama en la biblioteca de Gilroy, donde leemos […]