• Comic Shop: Comic/Manga Buttons

    Repurpose comics, graphic novels, and manga to make the perfect button for your backpack, lanyard, or shirt. You can bring your own images, cutouts, and photos to turn into a button as long as the paper isn't too thick. Paper, pencils, and markers available to make even more customizable wearable art. This program is free. […]

  • One-On-One Tech Help

    Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Stop by the Santa Teresa Branch Library for a session with our experienced volunteer! They can assist you with basic tech issues, such as: Setting up an email account, composing & sending emails, using email attachments Web searches and basic data […]

  • 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 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. […]

  • Wednesday Afternoon Meditation and Mindfulness

    Join us for our  meditation and mindfulness class series at 4:30 PM on Wednesday afternoons.  Please note there will be no sessions on July 16 and July 23rd. Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. This class will take place in Community Room 201AFor accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), […]

  • Bookdragons Book Club for Grades 4-5

    Welcome to the Bookdragons Book Club for Grades 4-5! This month we are reading The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate.  Meeting to discuss the book: Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 4:30-5:30pm If you can attend, stop by the Children's Reference Desk to register and pick up your copy of the bookPlease read the book before […]

  • Everyone Can Create: Redesign an Emoji

    Come join us! Participants will engage in an interactive activity using iPads and Logitech crayons in order to study Apple emojis and design their own personalized emoji using the iOS app "Sketchbook", where they will learn the fundamentals of the app before designing their emoji. Recommended for ages 8+.Free. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Art Explorations: Paint Your Emotions

    Join us for a fun and creative art program where children will explore power of emotions through painting! In this hands-on program, kids will learn how to express their feelings using colors, shapes, and brushstrokes. Whether they are happy, excited, or feeling calm, they will have a chance to paint what their emotions look like. […]

  • ESL Classes with Evergreen Valley College (EVC). ESL 501: Reading & Writing 1

    Develop your English language skills by practicing speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Do you want to build your English language skills and your confidence? The Educational Park Branch Library Family Learning Center, in collaboration with Evergreen Valley College (EVC), offers you the opportunity to register today! This beginning non-credit ESL course is FREE! […]

  • Knitting/Crocheting/Tatting Club

    Do you enjoy working with knitting, crocheting, or tatting? Do you want to learn how, see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all kinds of hand needle crafts?  Join us in the East San Jose Carnegie Branch Community Room every week. Everyone 7 and up is invited to participate, and […]

  • U.S. Citizenship Mock Interview Practice

    Are you ready to begin your path towards citizenship? Join us in person to practice for the U.S. Citizenship Interview and learn about: N-400 test questionsCivic TestPractice the reading and writing testBecome more comfortable with the interviewLearn strategies on how to interview Free. In-Person. No registration required. ¿Están listos para el camino a la ciudadanía? Acompañenos […]