• Character Election Special In-Person Voting

    Come cast your vote in the final round of our character election! With only two candidates left, it’s time to choose the new president of the Milpitas Library Children’s Area. This program is a special in-person voting opportunity that imitates the voting process at a real polling location. Children can also cast their vote anytime […]

  • Fall Paper Mosaics

    Create mosaics for the fall season! Kids will make two mosaics: a leaf mosaic with guided instructions following the classical guidelines, and one their own design in the contemporary style.Please arrive in the first 30 minutes to have enough time to complete the program.If you are registered, please arrive on time. Those who are more […]

  • Discover Ilocano Traditional Weaving

    This program introduces the socio-cultural and historical significance of Ilocano traditional weaving within the Filipino American community. The practice is rooted in the migration of Ilocanos to the U.S. in the early 1900s, following American colonization of the Philippines. As the second-largest Filipino ethnolinguistic group in the U.S., Ilocanos carry a rich weaving heritage. Participants […]

  • Dungeons & Dragons Teen Club

    The Dungeons & Dragons Teen Club will be meeting today. To become part of this club you must have attended the Session 0 event on Saturday, August 16th and committed to playing for the entire Fall 2025 semester. If you missed our Session 0 but are interested in playing next semester, please email teen librarian Hannah […]

  • The Essential Guide to Mushroom Foraging

    Delve into the captivating world of mycology and learn the essential skills of mushroom identification. This program provides a comprehensive introduction to recognizing edible varieties like chanterelles, morels, and porcini, while emphasizing the critical importance of distinguishing them from poisonous species. Through interactive learning, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the ecological role of […]

  • Foundations of Resilient Health: Your Brain, Your Power

    Foundations of Resilient Health: a Wellness Series with Elizabeth Greenfield Part 3: Your Brain, Your Power - Mood, Memory, and Mental Clarity at Any Age This session focuses on the connection between the gut and the brain, and how lifestyle, nutrition, and inflammation influence not just cognitive function, but also mood, motivation, and long-term mental […]

  • English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

    In-person at the Tully Branch Library. English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Clubs create a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills. Clubs meet weekly at the library. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Reading to Children with Volunteer Venkat (Hybrid: In-Person and Online)

    Would you like your children to have fun listening to stories while building vocabulary, developing listening skills, and enhancing their reading comprehension? Join us for virtual Reading to Children where SJPL volunteer Venkat will read aloud a variety of stories! This event is designed for children in preschool-4th grade, but all ages are welcome to attend. Families have […]

  • HTML Workshop

    Come join us for a one-hour HTML workshop hosted by Together We AI, participants are introduced to the fundamentals of HTML, including tags, elements, structure, and formatting. Participants will learn how HTML serves as the foundation for web content that AI systems can interpret, analyze, or enhance. The session includes building a simple web page, giving […]

  • 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 […]