SplitBunch Events

Tully: EVC ESL-502 - Listening and Speaking 1
2025-10-02 17:15 - 18:45 (America/Los_Angeles)
ESL 502 is a non-credit high-beginning level ESL course through Evergreen Valley College (EVC) designed to improve students’ listening, speaking, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Students will learn how to pronounce basic words correctly, engage in basic communication with others, understand/use basic grammar structures, and acquire/expand basic vocabulary.
Registration at Tully Branch Library.
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CENTRAL: U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation Class (10/02/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
2025-10-02 17:30 - 18:30
The Central Park Library invites you to practice the 128 Civics questions provided by the USCIS office. During this 6-week series, you will also get a chance to practice the reading and writing portion of the exam. Free study materials will be…

Celebrating Filipino American History Month Storytime
2025-10-02 17:30 - 18:30
Join us for a captivating journey celebrating Filipino American Heritage Month during our special storytime at the library.
Delve into the rich tapestry of Filipino culture through engaging stories, vibrant music, and exciting activities that honor the traditions and contributions of Filipino Americans. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore diverse narratives and foster cultural appreciation in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
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Beyond Libby and Hoopla: eResources Overview
2025-10-02 17:30 - 18:30
Ever wonder what electronic resources you can access with your San Jose Public Library Card outside of Libby and Hoopla? Join us at this eResources Overview to find out all that the Library has to offer!
We will cover:

What is an eResource
How to Access eResources
Select eResources by Subject

Free. No registration required.
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Reading to Children
2025-10-02 17:30 - 18:30
Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning.
Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our adult volunteer. They are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Pre-registration is not required, and children may drop in to hear a story any time during the program. This program is best suited for preschoolers and children in grades K-3 and will be held in the Children’s Picture Book area.
Free. No registration required.
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Calabazas Teens Reach Meeting
2025-10-02 17:45 - 18:45
Come join us the first Thursday of the month for our monthly Calabazas Teens Reach meeting. This is a great way to meet other teens volunteering with the library, earn volunteer hours, work on projects, and just have fun.
You don’t need to be a member to join the meeting, but you will need to be enrolled as a volunteer to log your hours.
September 2025 – Intro Meeting – we’ll have snacks, introductions, and talk about planning the year while we volunteer packing STEAM activity kitsOctober 2025 – TBDNovember 2025 – TBDDecember 2025 – TBD
No registration required.
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NORTHSIDE: Family Pajama Storytime (10/02/2025 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM)
2025-10-02 18:00 - 18:30
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands!
Connect with us for a fun, interactive, pajama storytime! Storytime is a magical time for children of all ages and abilities to learn and interact with one another. This storytime…

Documentary: UNAFF in Libraries
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00
UNAFF In Libraries Special Screening presents CITIZEN KOCH, an 87-minute documentary from the USA. Recent politics have been triumphant for some and terrifying for others, but everybody seems to agree on one thing: something is fundamentally wrong with the system. Many believe the template for that “something” is the effort to purchase the democratic process that began with “Americans for Prosperity” and the controversial “Citizens United” decision of the Supreme Court. This clear and remarkably assembled documentary takes the circus-like whirlwind of events and characters and puts them into a comprehensive and lucid time frame. After the screening conversation moderated by Jasmina Bojic, Stanford educator and founder of the international documentary film festival UNAFF. For more details please check https://www.unaff.org/2025/special.html
Utilizing already-defined public spaces dedicated to diverse interests, our collaboration with libraries through the UNAFF in Libraries program brings together documentary films and the love of literature. As one of the oldest solely documentary film festivals in the US, UNAFF has grown and earned the respect of audiences and filmmakers alike for its fearless independence and integrity. It was founded in 1998 by Stanford educator and film critic Jasmina Bojic in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Future series dates are:Thursday, December 18, 6-8 p.m.

Preschool Storytime: 3's & 4's Budding Bookworms
2025-10-02 18:30 - 19:00
This thirty-minute story time is geared for preschoolers ages 3, 4, and 5. The early literacy focus is on longer picture books and flannel board stories and other storytelling activities and fingerplays. Children’s librarians also share kindergarten readiness resources with caregivers.
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 local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.

*Virtual* Parent & Child Caregiver Community of Practice
2025-10-02 18:30 - 19:45
ENGLISH
Are you a parent or caregiver of children ages 0-5? Join us for weekly virtual sessions (Thursdays | 6:30-7:45 PM) where we will explore helpful caregiving topics. Weekly guest speakers will deliver informational trainings on topics such as positive parenting, child development, inclusion, health, and safety. Connect with other caregivers, learn new skills, and gain support for the meaningful role you play in a child’s life.
Weekly topics (SEPT/OCT) *New topics will be listed each month*:
9/18/25- Series Introduction
9/25/25- Early Education Services Overview
10/2/25- Innovations Collaborative-Early Childhood Development
10/9/25- Innovations Collaborative-Delay and Disabilities
10/16/25- Program for Infant Toddler Care- Ages of Infancy (security, exploration, identity)
10/23/25- Talking About Race with Children – Dr. Shalek
10/30/25- Safe Sleeping Practices and Car Seat Safety- SCC Public Health Dept. FREE. Registration is limited and REQUIRED to receive the Zoom link. Zoom link will be sent to your email upon completion of registration. Registration closes one hour before start time each Thursday.SPANISH
¿Es usted padre, madre o cuidador/a de niños de 0 a 5 años? Le invitamos a participar en sesiones virtuales semanales (jueves | 6:30–7:45 PM) donde exploraremos temas útiles sobre el cuidado infantil. Cada semana, expertos invitados ofrecerán capacitaciones informativas en temas como la crianza positiva, el desarrollo infantil, la inclusión, la salud y la seguridad. Conéctese con otros cuidadores, aprenda nuevas habilidades y reciba apoyo en el importante rol que desempeña en la vida de un niño.
Temas semanales (SEPT/OCT)
Nuevos temas se anunciarán cada mes:

9/18/25 – Introducción a la serie

9/25/25 – Panorama de los Servicios de Educación Temprana

10/2/25 – Colaborativo de Innovaciones –Desarrollo Infantil Temprano

10/9/25 – Colaborativo de Innovaciones – Retrasos y Discapacidades

10/16/25 – Programa para el Cuidado de Lactantes y Niños Pequeños – Edades de la infancia (seguridad, exploración, identidad)

10/23/25 – Cómo hablar de la raza con los niños – Dra. Shalek

10/30/25 – Prácticas seguras de sueño y seguridad en asientos de auto – Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Clara

GRATIS. La inscripción es limitada y REQUERIDA para recibir el enlace de Zoom. El enlace de Zoom se enviará a su correo electrónico al completar el registro. La inscripción cierra una hora antes del inicio de cada sesión los jueves.
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Reading Buddies at Cupertino Library
2025-10-02 19:00 - 20:00
Buddy up with a furry friend and read aloud from your favorite book! Practice your reading skills and build up your self-confidence reading to a patient and furry listener.

This program is for children who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Parents are asked to remain in the library during the 20-minute program.
Registration opens the 3rd Monday of the month. Children must register for this program in-person at the Children’s Reference Desk, and may register for one reading session each month.

Thank you to Furry Friends P.A.T.S. (Pet Assisted Therapy Services) – www.furryfriends.org – for co-sponsoring this program.
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 local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.

Computer Assembly Workshop [by Appointment]
2025-10-03 00:00
Free. Recommended for ages 10+
With Lab PCs donated by our local community, you will learn:

Components needed to assemble a working computer
How to plan out and shop for a new/used computer components
How to assemble a PC without damaging components

Class Breakdown:

Presentation on minimum necessary components and their functions
Students/families (in small groups) will be given an assortment of components to reassemble into a working computer
Start them up and troubleshoot any problems

Thanks to our patrons and staff for their computer donations!!

My Qualifications:I’ve built my own computers for more than 30 years. My parents worked at IBM and would always bring home new components. I have a valid/active CompTIA A+ certification and a valid/active Cisco Certified Network Associate Certificate.

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1:1 Tech Mentor / Giáo Viên Máy Tính
2025-10-03 00:00
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 basics
Account or device setup
Intro to Microsoft Office
Job search & resume help
Navigating/organizing email
And more!

Contact Tiffany Lam by phone (408) 808-3056 or email at tiffany.lam@sjlibrary.org to make an appointment.
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Día de los Muertos Scavenger Hunt
2025-10-03 00:00
Want a not-so-spooky activity this fall? The Fall Scavenger Hunt has returned to Biblioteca Latinoamericana, with a Día de los Muertos theme!
We have paper “sugar” skulls hiding throughout the stacks, can you find them all?
Drop in, grab a scavenger hunt clue card and begin exploring Biblioteca Latinoamericana. Visitors who find all the ghosts can stop by the Information Desk for a prize!
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¿Buscas una adventura tenebrosa este otoño? ¡La busqueda de tesoro a regresado a la Biblioteca Latinomericana, inspirada por el día de los muertos!
Tenemos calveras de “azucar” echas de papel escondidas por nuestros estantes. ¿Puedes encontrarlas todas?
¡Obtengan una tarjeta de participación en el escritorio de informacion y empiezen la búsqueda! Los visitantes que puedan encontrar todos los fantasmas se pueden dirigir al escritorio de informacion para obtener un premio!
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