• Sunday STEAM

    Drop in every fourth Sunday at 1pm for a new STEAM adventure, from robots to engineering to science to making. Supplies will be provided but may be limited and will be available while they last.  For November 23, we will make our own windmills and anemometers using construction paper, paper cups, thumbtacks, scissors and other materials.  […]

  • Reading to Children with Vivian

    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 […]

  • (Virtual) Chess Club

    Are you interested in playing and learning chess? If so, sign up to attend this fun virtual Chess Club hosted by Seven Trees Branch Library! You will be paired up with other kids to play real chess games using virtual chess boards online. Our volunteers are also very knowledgeable and can teach you several strategies […]

  • Afternoon Crafts

    Visit the library to participate in arts and crafts for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

  • Tech Mentor

    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. […]

  • Tech Mentor

    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. […]

  • Teen Boot Camp: Introduction to Python for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

    SJSU University Library and San José Public Library are hosting a hands-on Python for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Boot Camp with Anish Roy and Dr. Navrati Saxena, designed for middle and high school students, with a special focus on supporting underrepresented groups in tech.Over two weekends, students will progress from the basics of Python programming […]

  • Math Club

    Improve your math skills and apply them through fun math-related activities!  Participants will focus on a variety of math concepts and do hands-on math activities in this weekly drop-in program. For children in grades 3-5 only.  Registration not required. Instruction on the week's concept will occur during the first 15-20 minutes, so please arrive on time. This […]

  • Reading to Children

    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 adult volunteer. They are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Pre-registration is not required, and children may drop in […]

  • STEMMABLE Autumn STEM Workshops for Children and Families

    STEMMABLE is a girl-led youth nonprofit in the San Francisco Bay Area that loves getting kids excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). A dedicated group of teen volunteers from eight local high schools presents free, hands-on workshops where kids can explore, build, and have fun while learning something new. We’d love for your […]