• Social Workers in the Library Drop-In Hours

    Advice | Information | Referral Social Workers in the Library offers free social service information and referrals*. Our staff can meet with you, approach your needs without judgement, and help you find where to go for shelter, food, showers, mental health services, legal help, and more. Free. No registration required. *Disclaimer: SJPL's Social Work in the […]

  • ELL Conversation Club

    English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly with a trained facilitator courtesy of Santa Teresa Branch Library.   No registration required, materials will be provided.ADA Accommodation Requests

  • LEGO Tuesdays!

    We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun! LEGOs will stay at the library, so be sure to snap a pic of your creation!  In addition to being a great way to introduce the engineering and art concepts of STEAM, playing with LEGO’s supports early childhood development because children engage in problem […]

  • Rose Garden Teens Reach Meeting

    Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library for ages 13-18, 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. Rose Garden's Teens Reach group meets monthly on the second Tuesday with socializing and fun at […]

  • Homework Help for Grades K-6

    Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome as spaces allows. Basic school supplies will be provided.  Please note: As a parent or caregiver, it is mandatory to […]

  • Homework Help K-6 grade

    Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? Our tutors will provide free homework help on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:00p.m. - 5:30 p.m, Free homework help is also available on Wednesdays from 3:00 - 4:30pm. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome as space permits. Please note: As a parent […]

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Do you need assistance with technology? Staff from the organization Tech Exchange can help you with topics such as: Help using your phoneIntro to computer basicsSetting up/sending emailsWeb searchesCollege applicationsSJPL's Digital Skill Building PathwaysAnd more Offered in English and Tiếng Việt. Free. No registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Homework Club at Edenvale Branch Library

    Need help with your homework? Kindergarten through 8th grade students can come to Edenvale Branch Library's Homework Club to get coached by trained library volunteers. Students can get free help with their homework in subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies!​ Homework Club at Edenvale Branch Library is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays each week from 4:00 […]

  • Adult Activities at the Calabazas Branch

    Feel free to showcase your ongoing DIY projects at the library, whether it's knitting, drawing, stitching, painting, home improvement, or any other creative endeavor. Our adult programs are inclusive and open to all regardless of ability. We welcome you to bring your projects/hobbies and meet fellow community members who are also working on their own […]

  • LEGO® Club

    Come join us at the Joyce Ellington Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registration required.ADA Accommodation Requests