• Sanskrit for Beginners

    This beginner course will introduce Sanskrit to children.  Students will begin by learning the alphabet. For Ages 7-17. Free! ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Volunteer Away Your Fines – Vineland

    Do you have library fines, need volunteer hours, or just want to help beautify your local library branch? Join us at the Vineland Branch Library! Fines are forgiven at the rate of $20/hr Details and Requirements: Must be able to commit to the full sessionAnyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardianNo […]

  • Pearl Avenue Teens Reach Meeting

    Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates. For ages 13-18. Pearl Avenue's Teens Reach group meets monthly on the third Thursday with socializing and fun at […]

  • STEM for Kids

    Join us at the library for our exciting STEM for Kids program, where learning comes to life through hands-on activities! Each session will explore different areas of science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, family-friendly environment. It's a great way for kids to experiment, build, and discover thoughrough play. Recommended for children 5-10 years […]

  • *Virtual * East Carnegie Teens Reach Meeting

    Learn about volunteering at the library!This leadership and volunteer service group for teens ages 13-18 meets on the third Thursday of each month at 5:00pm. Get involved, earn volunteer hours, and be a leader in the library. This free program will take place online via Zoom. Registration is required in order to obtain the Zoom […]

  • Virtual Yoga

    Join the Alum Rock Branch Library for a free Yoga class that is suitable for beginners. Please dress comfortably. Registration is limited and required to receive the Zoom link and password. Registration closes at 4:00 p.m. each Thursday. A Zoom link with password will be emailed prior to the start of class. For privacy, attendees will be given […]

  • Tech Mentor at Edenvale Branch

    Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account?  Stop by the Edenvale Branch Library for one-on-one computer help with our Tech Mentor! Our Tech Mentor will do their best to assist you with: Accessing Wi-FiUsing emailWeb searchesUnderstanding you e-reader deviceUsing our library's e-resources Free. No registration or appointment required. […]

  • Family Craft Night @ Alviso

    Sponsored by The Legacy San José Alviso Youth Foundation Join us at the Alviso Branch Library for Family Fun Night where we will provide a variety of materials for families to make different crafts! Each night, we will have a different project for everyone to enjoy and a chance for people around the Alviso community to […]

  • Tully Branch Citizenship Classes (In-person)

    Are you ready to begin your path towards citizenship? Are you interested in attending a series of classes that prepare you for the citizenship test? Join us for informational sessions that will review: the citizenship application processquestions from the citizenship teststrategies in practicing for the test The purpose of this class is for you to feel comfortable with […]

  • Clases de Ingles para Hispanos: Nivel Cero

    ¿Quieres mejorar tu vocabulario en inglés, aprender gramática, y hacer amigos? Te invitamos a participar en esta clase de inglés nivel cero dirigida por la voluntaria Michelle en la Biblioteca Bascom. Días de clases son los Martes y Jueves con excepción de los días: 11 de Noviembre - Veterans Day 27 de Noviembre - Thanksgiving Ultimo día de […]