The Zebras String Quartet will be performing in the Secret Garden on Saturday, October 11, providing a lovely musical experience for patrons throughout the library to enjoy. Join us for this unique opportunity to hear them! The Zebras String Quartet is made up of four talented young musicians from Menlo Park who came together to share their joy […]
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 […]
Come learn to play chess! This is a weekly welcoming workshop for players who are new or want to brush up on their chess knowledge or tactics. Each week will consist of a short presentation and dedicated time to practice through a game. For ages 8-18. Limited seating up to 20 players. Free. Registration required. ADA […]
Want to grow in basic competitive math skills? Join us in Math = Fun and practice 4-5 elementary school and middle school Math Olympiad problems. See your math and problem-solving skills improve! For children 8-12 years old. Free. Online registration required. Sessions are not related. Participants must sign up for every session they plan to […]
Practice basic writing skills in English with our tutor in a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners. Sessions will include creating simple sentence structures, some basic grammar, and build up to writing a simple paragraph. Free. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
Interested in discussing books with other teens? Join our teen book club! We’ll be playing a Kahoot game and discussing "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black and "The Inheritance Games" by Jennifer Barnes. For teens (ages 13-18) only. Free. Online registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests
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 beyond, volunteer tech mentors are here to help with thoughtful advice and problem-solving. We will do our best to assist you with your tech dilemmas. […]
¿Hablas español y quieres aprender inglés? Speak English and want to learn Spanish? Build community with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Everyone has something to contribute! Construye comunidad con personas de diferentes antecedentes lingüísticos y culturales. ¡Todos tienen algo que aportar! In this program, Spanish-proficient participants with limited English skills will share […]
This art exhibit is by James Ong. It runs from September 1 to October 30, 2025 and is open to the public during the Library's open hours. About the Artist Born in the East, raised in the West James Ong was a quiet, curious, and observant child who became an engineer and toy designer. Now, an artist, […]
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 […]
