Presented by the West Valley Branch of the San Jose Public Library, this program offers an excellent opportunity to improve your English conversation skills. Join our dedicated volunteer instructor, Ms. Saroja, and connect with other adult learners in a friendly and respectful environment. Strengthen your speaking and listening abilities, broaden your vocabulary, engage in discussions […]
Parents and babies (12 months old and younger) join us for short fun stories, rhymes, fingerplays and songs. Our Itty Bitty Jamboree is 20 minutes followed by Stay & Play time.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, […]
English as a Second Language (ESL) / Learn English: Beyond the Basics is an in-person 8-week class with lessons on English grammar, pronunciation, and idioms. It is for adult (18 years and older) intermediate and advanced English learners who can have a conversation in English and want to improve their pronunciation and understanding. To register for […]
*This is a FREE webinar* Practice makes perfect! Meet one-on-one for a virtual mock interview to practice your interview skills. During the mock interview, participants will be asked to answer behavioral/situational interview questions and will receive feedback from a SJPL Works Business & Career Librarian. Registration is required. Please register here. Zoom link and password will […]
Join us for Falun Dafa classes provided by the Classical Arts Foundation. Relieve Stress and anxietyIncrease energy and vitalityImprove physical health Friday afternoons, 1-3pm In the Auditorium Please note that there is no class on the following dates in 2025: August 29, September 12, November 28, and December 5. Các lớp thiền & tập khí […]
Veterans of Life Write (Virtually) in the Library Open to all veterans, veterans of life, and veteran family members of any age, any military background, SJSU students and staff, and community members.All levels of writing experience are welcome.Small group setting. Writing Sessions Include: FictionNonfictionPoetryParticipant ReadingsWriting ExercisesGuidance and Group FeedbackGuest SpeakersQuarterly in-person/hybrid meetingsAnd much more! Free […]
Do you love to knit and/or crochet? Join us on Friday afternoons for our knit and crochet circle. Meet other yarn lovers while working on your latest project, get help when you're stuck, and share ideas. Limited instruction is available in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Gujarati but please note that this is not a class.No registration […]
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. […]
Adults and teens, join us the first Friday every month for an English-style tea service. In the event the first Friday is a holiday, the program will run on the first Friday of the month the branch is open. Tea and a biscuit will be served. All are welcome to BYOC (Bring Your Own Cup). […]
Help the Friends of Bascom Library with their book sale. This is a Volunteer Away Your Fines opportunity! Please note, our shifts on Friday, November 7 from 2:00-5:00 PM and Saturday, November 8 from 1:00-4:00 PM are when the Friends most need volunteer assistance. The work will involve lifting and transporting boxes of books, which can […]
