• Coloring for Adults

    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

  • 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. […]

  • Virtual English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

    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 sign in weekly to […]

  • Read to Succeed: Reading with a Police Officer

    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 […]

  • Leyendo en español e ingles para niños – Reading to Children in Spanish and English

    Leyendo en español e ingles para niños Nuestras voluntarias leerán cuentos en español e inglés para niños y sus familias. La participación en este programa es una manera excelente para que los niños desarrollen su imaginación y despierten el amor por los libros.El programa, leyendo en español e inglés para niños, tomará lugar en el área […]

  • Snack Break-Free Snacks for Kids!/¡Meriendas Gratis Para Niños!

    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 […]

  • Reading to Children with Aysha

    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 […]

  • Mathema Adventures: A D&D-Inspired Math Games Program for Kids

    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 […]

  • 1-on-1 Tech Help

    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 accountConnect to Wi-Fi/hotspotsUse laptops/ChromebooksUse Microsoft OfficeFill out simple forms onlineUse social mediaNavigate the SJPL website And more! Free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. AVAILIBILITY […]

  • One-On-One Tech Help

    Do you need help using a computer? Want to set up an email account? Stop by the Santa Teresa Branch Library for a session with our experienced volunteer! They can assist you with basic tech issues, such as: Setting up an email account, composing & sending emails, using email attachments Web searches and basic data […]