• Reading Buddies

    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 phonics, sight words, […]

  • Junior STEAM Club

    Drop in every Thursday afternoon for a new STEAM adventure for young scientists and their caregivers, from robots to engineering to science to making. September 4 - Slime LabSeptember 11 - BREAK - drop by to pick up a grab & go STEAM kitSeptember 18 - Talk Like a Pirate DaySeptember 25 - Sphero ArtNo registration […]

  • Creative Break

    Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025 Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm Location: Conference Room Have you been wanting to start journaling or using a planner but can't find the time or space to do it at home? Take some time for creativity at the Library and journal, work on your planner, or draw in your sketchbook. We'll […]

  • Family Storytime + Stay & Play

    Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared […]

  • West Valley Branch Teens Reach Meeting

    Do you want to volunteer at West Valley Branch Library? Teens ages 13-18 can apply to join our Teens Reach chapter, become library volunteers, and attend monthly meetings to earn service hours for their school/club. (Note: San Jose Public Library is not a certifying organization for the Presidential Service Award.) Those who are 18 or turn 18 while […]

  • Homework Help for Grades K-5

    Are you a student in grades K-5 and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Tuesday's and Thursday's from 4:30p.m. - 6:00p.m. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided.For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the […]

  • Teen Dungeons and Dragons Social Club

    A long running game of Dungeons and Dragons, 5th edition and sometimes shorter oneshots. Teen drop ins to watch the game are welcome. Right now the game is full, but we will occasionally have openings for new players. Please check in at the adult reference desk upon arrival.For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out […]

  • 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! […]

  • 1 on 1 Tech Assistance / Asistencia Tecnología

    Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutor can help! Sessions are 30 minutes and appointments […]