ESL Conversation Club
2025-10-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Date: Monday, October 6, 2025 Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm Presenter: Viviana Cois Location: Teen Room

Join us in-person at the Library for friendly and casual conversations with other English learners! This class is for adults 18+.

Freedom to Read in Virtual Reality
2025-10-06 12:00 - 13:00
This program is a collaboration between San Jose Public Library and San Jose State University Library

We invite you to join us in our immersive VR space for the Freedom to Read Rally (framevr.io/freedom-to-read), a virtual demonstration and gathering in support of intellectual freedom. The event will feature Betsy Gomez of Unite Against Book Bans (UABB), Nick Higgins, Chief Librarian of the Brooklyn Public Library, and Tom Fay, Chief Librarian of the Seattle Public Library, representing Books Unbanned. They will be joined by Dr. Anthony Chow, Director of the San José State University School of Information, and John MacLeod, Director of XR Libraries, who will help lead the rally and discussion. Together, these leaders will deliver brief talks on the urgent state of book banning today, its projected impact on communities and libraries, and strategies for resistance, followed by youth from around the country sharing how they’ve been fighting banned books in their own communities. The rally will conclude with an open discussion, giving participants an opportunity to reflect, share, and stand united in affirming the fundamental freedom to read.

(Ages 16+ are welcome)

Register Here
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Tech Mentor: One on One Computer Help
2025-10-06 13:00 - 15:00
Confused by your computer? Get personalized tech assistance from a Librarian at the Evergreen Branch Library!
Help is available for basic tasks such as connecting to WiFi, using
email, creating documents, and accessing library resources such as
e-books and virtual programs. We can also provide basic instructions for
using devices such as laptops, smartphones, hotpots, e-readers, etc.
Weekly Tech Mentor Schedule:

Monday: 1:00 – 3:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00 – 1:00pm

Free. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance.
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Canceled: 1-on-1 Tech Help / Ayuda con la Tecnología
2025-10-06 13:00 - 17:00
Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Our Tech Mentor is a bilingual (English / Spanish) volunteer who will do their best to assist you with your technology needs. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance on Mondays (1pm-5pm).
They can help you:

Open an email account
Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots
Use laptops/Chromebooks
Use Microsoft Office

And more!
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¿Necesitas ayuda para usar una computadora? ¿Quieres configurar una cuenta de correo electrónico? Nuestro Mentor Técnico es un voluntario bilingüe (inglés/español) que hará todo lo posible para ayudarle con sus necesidades tecnológicas. No es necesario registrarse ni concertar cita. Simplemente visítenos y solicite ayuda los lunes (1pm-5pm).

Ellos pueden ayudarte:
Abrir una cuenta de correo electrónico
Conéctese a Wi-Fi/puntos de acceso
Utilice computadoras portátiles/Chromebooks
Utilice Microsoft Office

¡Y más!

Tech Mentor: One on One Computer Help
2025-10-06 13:00 - 17:00
Confused by your computer? Get personalized tech assistance.
Help is available for basic tasks such as:

Printing
Using email
Connecting to WiFi
Creating documents
Accessing library resources such as e-books

We can also provide basic instructions for using devices such as laptops, smartphones, e-readers, etc.
Free. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance.
ADA Accommodation Requests

Coloring for Adults
2025-10-06 13:00 - 18:30
Coloring sheets and pencils are provided every Monday afternoon from 1:00-6:30 PM in the lobby of Bascom Library. Relax and explore your creativity with this great activity! All ages welcome to participate.
ADA Accommodation Requests

Banned Book Button Making
2025-10-06 14:00 - 16:30
Calling all book lovers! Let’s celebrate the freedom to read!
Get your button making on while spreading awareness about book banning and censorship!
Drop into the Cambrian Branch Library on designated afternoons during Banned Books Week to create buttons from a variety of designs. Participants are invited to make buttons for themselves as well as extras to share with the community.
Free. No registration required.
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Freedom to Read Scavenger Hunt
2025-10-06 14:00 - 18:00
Celebrate Banned Books Week with two fun scavenger hunts! Kids can explore the Children’s Room to uncover clues about challenged favorites, while teens and adults can test their knowledge with a banned book quest of their own. Discover stories once silenced—and the joy of finding them again.
Free. No registration required. While supplies last.
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Virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club
2025-10-06 14:30 - 15:30
This program is presented by the Calabazas Branch of the San Jose Public Library.Join our wonderful volunteer instructor to improve your English conversation skills with other adult learners in a welcoming and respectful environment. Enhance your speaking and listening skills, expand your vocabulary, discuss current events, and much more!
Free.
Please remember to sign in weekly in order to receive the weekly reminder email and the lesson plan topic.
Please make sure to register by clicking on the Register button. By providing an email address, we will be able to send you a link to the Zoom meeting before the program begins. Registrations close 8 hours before each session.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a virtual program that will meet online using Zoom. Zoom is a web conferencing platform. In order to join the program using Zoom, participants must have access to a computer, tablet, or smart phone with an internet connection. Find out more about Zoom here.
Please do NOT register unless you are sure you are able to attend.
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Read to Succeed: Reading with a Police Officer
2025-10-06 14:30 - 15:30
Join a special guest from the San José Police Department (SJPD) at the Almaden Branch Library to share stories and the joys of reading to children as part of our Read to Succeed early education program. We’re excited to partner with the SJPD to bring this special program to the Almaden neighborhood.
Would you like your children to have fun listening to stories while building their vocabulary, developing listening skills, and enhancing their reading comprehension? Read to Succeed is a partnership between the San José Public Library and the SJPD to promote early literacy, as well as build positive and inspiring interactions between police officers, children and their caregivers through structured programming at SJPL locations.
Free. No registration is required. All ages welcome.
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Snack Break-Free Snacks for Kids!/¡Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!
2025-10-06 15:00 - 16:00
Stop by the library and pick up a FREE after-school snack!

Monday – Friday, 3:00-4:00 p.m. while supplies last.
For kids 18 years old and under.
Snacks provided by the YMCA.
September – May except for MHUSD school breaks.

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
¡Pasa por la biblioteca y recoge una merienda GRATIS después de la escuela!

Lunes – viernes, 3:00-4:00 p.m. mientras duren las reservas.
Para niños de 18 años y menores.
Meriendas proporcionadas por la YMCA.
De Septiembre a Mayo excepto durante los descansos escolares de MHUSD.

Declaración de No Discriminación del USDA

De conformidad con la Ley Federal de Derechos Civiles y los reglamentos y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU. (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés), se prohíbe que el USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, empleados e instituciones que participan o administran programas del USDA discriminen sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, credo religioso, discapacidad, edad, creencias políticas, o en represalia o venganza por actividades previas de derechos civiles en algún programa o actividad realizados o financiados por el USDA. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Everyone Can Create: Beginning Stop Motion Animation
2025-10-06 15:00 - 16:00
Children ages 8-14 are invited to this fun, in-person introduction to stop motion animation. Participants will use the Stop Motion Studio app to make simple stop motion animations. Students will learn about the different tools used to create an animation which they will be able to use in a series of fun and engaging projects.
Participants will have an opportunity to showcase their work at the end of the session. iPad devices will be provided to all participants to use. If you choose to bring your own iPad you would like to use, you can download the free Stop Motion Studio app in advance.
All materials will be provided. Free. Registration is recommended. Drop-ins are also accepted.
This series is taught in English only.
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Mathema Adventures: A D&D-Inspired Math Games Program for Kids
2025-10-06 15:00 - 16:00
Are you interested in math? Do you want to improve your problem solving skills and understanding of math? Or do you enjoy math in general? Well, come join us in this Dungeons-&- Dragons-inspired interactive and immersive adventure to improve your math skills! Journey through the world of Mathema to learn math skills to be used in school, and to keep Mathema at peace! Recommended for kids in 1st to 5th grade.
No registration required.
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Reading to Children with Aysha
2025-10-06 15:00 - 16:00
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 volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer.
Reading to Children will take place in the Children’s Area.
ADA Accommodation Requests

1-on-1 Tech Help
2025-10-06 15:00 - 17:00
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Do you need help using the computer? Don’t know how to send an email or set up a Zoom meeting? Our tech mentor can help!
Learn how to:

Open an email account
Connect to Wi-Fi/hotspots
Use laptops/Chromebooks
Use Microsoft Office
Fill out simple forms online
Use social media
Navigate the SJPL website

And more!
Free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. AVAILIBILITY IS NOT GUARANTEED.
For more information or to make an appointment, please call the branch at (408) 808-3077 or email yesenia.ortega@sjlibrary.org

ADA Accommodation Requests

Family Craft: Bottle Cap Castanets
2025-10-06 15:30 - 16:30
Celebrate Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month with rhythm and creativity—join us to make your own bottle-cap castanets and explore the vibrant sounds of tradition!
Family Craft events are designed for children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to enjoy together. Crafts will be available while supplies last, so please arrive on time. While registration isn’t required and doesn’t guarantee a spot, it is recommended if you’d like a reminder about the event.

LEGO Club for Grades K - 8
2025-10-06 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for an hour of fun building with LEGOs. Children will use their creativity and engineering skills to free build anything they can imagine.
This is a drop-in program. No registration needed. Space is limited and children will be asked to wait outside if capacity is reached. Younger siblings and parents are asked to wait outside.
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.

Game Zone
2025-10-06 15:30 - 16:30
Are you an expert at board and card games and want to demonstrate your skills, or just want to learn the basics? Or maybe you’d like to sink the 8 ball at a game of pool?
Join us in the Teen Room at the Hillview Branch Library if you want to play board and card games, shoot some hoops with our basketball arcade, play some pool, or just hang out!
Free. No registration required.
ADA Accommodation Requests

Chess Club for Kids
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:00
Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families.
Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays.
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Teen Crafternoon
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:00
Teens are welcome to participate in our monthly crafternoon in the Teens Room. Each month we will have a different craft to share. Crafts are led by Teens for Teens. Bring your creativity and friends for a crafty afternoon.
Materials will be provided.
Recommended for teens.
Free. No registration is required.
ADA Accommodation Requests

Music and Movement in Vietnamese and English / Múa Hát Song Ngữ Anh-Việt
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:00
Bilingual Music and Movement in English and Vietnamese is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through songs, rhymes, finger plays, and movement activities both in English and Vietnamese. Music and Movement is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!
On the 4th Tuesday of each month, a bilingual story will be read during this program.
Free, no registration is required.
Please note that this will be an indoor program.
This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.
ADA Accommodation Requests

Múa hát song ngữ bằng tiếng Anh và tiếng Việt được thiết kế để phù hợp với nhiều lứa tuổi. Chúng tôi mong muốn mời cả gia đình cùng tham gia vào các hoạt động này để cùng hát các bài đồng dao, cùng vận động ngón tay và cùng nhảy múa vui vẻ. Âm nhạc và nhảy múa là một trải nghiệm thú vị và giúp cho cả gia đình tương tác tốt hơn, thúc đẩy niềm vui học tập cho trẻ em ở mọi lứa tuổi. Mọi người đều được nhiệt liệt chào đón tại chương trình này.
Kể chuyện song ngữ và múa hát cùng với làm thủ công vào thứ ba của tuần thứ tư trong tháng.
Chương trình hoàn toàn miễn phí và không cần phải đăng ký trước.

ADA Yêu cầu Phương tiện để tham gia chương trình

U.S. Citizenship Class and Mock Interview
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:00
Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Interview! During this in-person class, we will give you information about the following:

The Naturalization Process
Who can apply?
What requirements must be completed?
What to expect during the interview?
Civic Questions: U.S. History and Government

You can also prepare for your citizenship interview with us! During the mock interview, you will practice answering questions about your application, background, and civics test, as well as practice the reading and writing test!
Requirements to take the Citizenship Class:

You must have been a legal permanent resident for at least 5 years, or 3 years (if married to a U.S. Citizen).
You must read, write, and understand basic English.

The class will be In-Person.
No class on Sept 1 – Labor Day & Oct 13 – Indigenous Peoples’ Day
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¡Prepárate para el examen de ciudadanía de los Estados Unidos! Durante esta clase te daremos información sobre:

El proceso de Naturalización
¿Quiénes pueden aplicar?
¿Qué requisitos debes cumplir?
¿Qué esperar durante la entrevista?
Preguntas cívicas: historia y gobierno de Estados Unidos.

¡Además puedes realizar prácticas de entrevista con nosotros! Durante la práctica de entrevista aprenderás a responder preguntas sobre tu aplicación, tus antecedentes y preguntas cívicas, así como practicar la prueba de lectura y escritura.
Requisitos para tomar la Clase de Ciudadanía:

Debes haber sido residente permanente legal durante al menos 5 años, o 3 años (si está casado con un ciudadano estadounidense).
Debes leer, escribir y entender el inglés básico

La clase será en persona.
No habrá clases el 1 de Sep – Día del Trabajo y el 13 de Oct – Día de los Indígenas
Solicitud de Accesibilidad ADA

Reading Buddies
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:00
Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our reading coach will listen to children read and provide support in reading and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Joyce Ellington Branch Library.
Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions may be limited depending on the number of participating students.

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STEM OCTOBER
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:00
Drop in on Monday afternoons for a new STEM adventure, from engineering to learning to code.
October 6: Structural Engineering October 20: Everyone Can Code – Swift October 27: Code and Go Mice No registration required. Appropriate for ages 7-12.Free, with limited capacity. Tickets available at the desk 30 minutes before program starts. All individuals (of any age) attending need a ticket and must be present to receive their ticket.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Homework Help for Grades K-6
2025-10-06 16:00 - 17:30
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 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 stay in the Courtyard while your child participates in the program.

Homework Help will not be held on the following dates: ‘

October 13
November 3
November 11
November 24 – November 28
December 22 – January 5
January 19
February 16 to February 20
March 30
April 13 to April 17
May 25

Are you interested in volunteering for Homework Help? Please visit our volunteer page to find out how to be a Homework Help volunteer.
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
