Tech Mentor
2025-10-22 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.
Free. No registration or appointment required. Just drop by and ask for assistance.

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One-On-One Tech Help
2025-10-22 16:00 - 18:00
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 entry
Learning the basics of Microsoft Word and Excel and web-based productivity software such as Google docs
Using the library’s pay-for-print and photocopy machines
Downloading apps on your phone or tablet
And much more!

You are welcome to bring your own device, such as a laptop, phone or tablet, or you can use one of our computers.
Free, No Registration Required
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Wednesday Afternoon Meditation and Mindfulness
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:00
Join us for our meditation and mindfulness class series at 4:30 PM on Wednesday afternoons.
Please note there will be no sessions on July 16 and July 23rd.
Come practice meditation for 20 minutes and ask questions for 10 minutes with instructor Manisha. This class will take place in Community Room 201A
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, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.

Successfully Navigating College Admissions this Fall
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:30
We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families of high school juniors, sophomores and freshmen better understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate the changing landscape.
We will discuss current college admissions trends, admissions strategies, the changing test-optional environment, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit, a timeline and other action steps to make this fall productive and help reduce the stress around the college admissions process.
We’ll examine the holistic admissions review process, what admissions officers consider important when they review applicants and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission.
We will also discuss the importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for meaningful experiences, personal growth and a way to showcase a student’s character. Admissions officers place great emphasis on a student’s character including how the student has given back and helped others.
This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens and is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on for a successful college admissions process and how to reduce the stress around it.
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com)
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Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oqr005KIRFO00qeFaoQ3xQ

A Zoom link will be sent to the email address provided. Please register for each session you plan to attend.

XFYD Chess Class for Grades 6-8
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:30
Designed for middle school students, this class focuses on more advanced chess strategies and tactics. Participants will strengthen critical thinking and teamwork while enjoying a challenging and interactive learning experience. This class series is for students in sixth to eighth grade.

This program is presented by our partners at XFYD Bay Area – Milpitas High School and is a 14-part weekly class series. Registration is required and covers all 14 sessions. Registrants who miss the first two sessions will be removed from the program to allow waitlisted students to participate. There are no classes on 11/26/25, 12/24/25, and 12/31/25. The last class session is on 1/28/26.

Thank you to the Friends of the Milpitas Library for making this program possible.

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, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.

Design and Discover: Aerospace Engineering
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:30
In Design and Discover, you’ll explore the basics of eight exciting engineering fields through fun, hands-on projects. Build marshmallow bridges, create light-up greeting cards, and explore how real engineers solve real-world problems!
In this week’s session, you’ll hear a brief description of aerospace engineering and use the concepts you learn to participate in a paper airplane competition!
For children ages 6-11.
Free. Online registration required. Please note change of location for this session: Group Study Room A.
Sessions are not related. Participants must sign up for every session they plan to attend. This is an eight-week series led by teen volunteers.
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Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:30
Join this comprehensive Zoom webinar designed for parents and families of high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors (grades 9-11)to master the college admissions process and reduce stress.
What You’ll Learn:

Current admissions trends and test-optional strategies
How to research and find the right college fit
The holistic review process and what admissions officers value most
Building a compelling student narrative
Community service and character development
Strategic timeline and actionable steps for fall

This detailed session will help students position themselves for admission success while providing parents with practical guidance to support their teens through this changing landscape.

Presenters: Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC (www.standoutforcollege.com)
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Watch Party: Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:30
Get ready for college by joining our watch party where we’ll live-stream the program Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall.
This comprehensive Zoom webinar is designed for parents and families of high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors (grades 9-11) to help them master the college admissions process and reduce stress.
What You’ll Learn:

Current admissions trends and test-optional strategies
How to research and find the right college fit
The holistic review process and what admissions officers value most
Building a compelling student narrative
Community service and character development
Strategic timeline and actionable steps for fall

This detailed session will help students position themselves for admission success while providing parents with practical guidance to support their teens through this changing landscape.
Presenters: Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC (www.standoutforcollege.com)
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Fiesta de Visualización: Cómo Navegar con Éxito las Admisiones Universitarias Este Otoño
Prepárate para la universidad uniéndote a nuestra fiesta de visualización, donde transmitiremos en vivo el programa Cómo Navegar con Éxito las Admisiones Universitarias Este Otoño.
Este completo seminario web por Zoom está diseñado para padres y familias de estudiantes de secundaria en los grados 9 a 11 (freshmen, sophomores y juniors) para ayudarlos a dominar el proceso de admisión universitaria y reducir el estrés.
Lo que aprenderás:

Tendencias actuales en las admisiones y estrategias de exámenes opcionales
Cómo investigar y encontrar la universidad adecuada
El proceso de revisión holística y lo que más valoran los oficiales de admisiones
Construir una narrativa estudiantil convincente
Servicio comunitario y desarrollo del carácter
Cronograma estratégico y pasos prácticos para el otoño

Esta sesión detallada ayudará a los estudiantes a posicionarse para tener éxito en las admisiones, mientras ofrece a los padres orientación práctica para apoyar a sus hijos en este panorama cambiante.
Presentadores: Ron Feuchs y Jackie Tepper, socios de Stand Out For College, LLC
(www.standoutforcollege.com)

ESL Classes with Evergreen Valley College (EVC). ESL 501: Reading & Writing 1
2025-10-22 16:45 - 18:45
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!
ESL 501 Reading & Writing 1
What will you learn in this class? This is a non-credit, high-beginning-level integrated ESL skills course emphasizing basic reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary. Students will learn to comprehend frequently used words in context, use learned phrases and sentences to express ideas in basic writing, understand basic grammar structures, and read simplified material.
Course Information
Starts: August 26, 2025Ends: December 11, 2025Meeting Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and ThursdayTime: 4:45 PM – 6:50 PM Instructor: TBD
No classes on:

Thursday, Nov 11: Veterans Day
Thursday, Nov 27:Thanksgiving

Before the classes start, you must complete a Guided Self-Placement (GSP). This is not a test—it’s simply an assessment to help us place you in the most appropriate ESL class based on your current English level. To ensure accurate results, the GSP should be completed independently and in a quiet setting, without assistance from classmates.
We will assist you with the application and registration processes in person at the Educational Park Branch Library.
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Desarrolla tus habilidades en el idioma Inglés practicando el habla, escucha, lectura, escritura, vocabulario, pronunciación y gramática.
¿Quieres desarrollar tus habilidades en el idioma inglés y obtener más confianza? El Centro de Aprendizaje Familiar de la Biblioteca Educational Park, en asociación con Evergreen Valley College (EVC), te ofrecen la oportunidad de registrarte hoy! Este curso de ESL sin créditos académicos para principiantes es ¡GRATIS!
ESL 501 Reading & Writing 1¿Qué aprenderás en esta clase? este es un curso de habilidades de ESL de nivel alto inicial sin créditos con un fuerte énfasis en la lectura, la escritura, la gramática y el vocabulario básicos. Los estudiantes serán capaces de comprender palabras de uso frecuente en contexto, usarán frases y oraciones aprendidas para expresar sus ideas en la escritura básica, comprenderán estructuras gramaticales básicas y leerán material simplificado.
Información del Curso
Inicia: 26 de Agosto, 2025Finaliza: 11 de Diciembre, 2025Días de Clase: Martes, Miércoles y Jueves Horario: 4:45 PM – 6:50 PMInstructor: TBD
No habrá clases:

Jueves 11 de Noviembre: Día del Veterano
Jueves 27 de Noviembre: Día de Acción de Gracias

Antes de comenzar las clases deberás de completar una Evaluación de Ubicación Guiada (GSP). Esto no es un examen—es simplemente una evaluación para ayudarnos a colocarte en la clase de ESL más adecuada según tu nivel actual de inglés. Para obtener resultados precisos, debes completar la evaluación de forma individual y en un lugar tranquilo, sin la ayuda de compañeros.
Te ayudaremos con los procesos de solicitud y registro en persona en la Biblioteca Educational Park.
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Cookbook Club
2025-10-22 17:00 - 18:00
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Location: Conference Room
October's theme is "soup"!
Each month we have a theme that you are free to interpret however you'd like. Choose a recipe to make from one of the many cookbooks or other resources in our collection- don't worry, we'll have plenty of suggestions for you! Then we'll meet to talk about books and cooking and enjoy each other's company. Photos of your finished dish are encouraged but not required.
Soup season is (almost?) here! Whether it's part of your meal, or hearty enough to be a meal in itself, soup recipes are always great to have on hand. Browse our incredible cookbook collection in the Library or our ebooks on CloudLibrary, find something that looks interesting to you, and cook! Come to our meeting ready to talk all about what you made and the book you used.
Don't forget to sign up for our Cookbook Club newsletter to get all the latest updates and cookbook suggestions! You can sign up here.

Knitting/Crocheting/Tatting Club
2025-10-22 17:00 - 18:00
Do you enjoy working with knitting, crocheting, or tatting? Do you want to learn how, see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all kinds of hand needle crafts?
Join us in the East San Jose Carnegie Branch Community Room every week. Everyone 7 and up is invited to participate, and younger children are welcome to accompany their families.
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(Virtual) Math Club at Seven Trees Library
2025-10-22 17:00 - 18:00
Math Club tutoring is intended for students from grades K-8 to learn and enhance their math skills from our knowledgeable volunteers. Hosted by staff and volunteers of the Seven Trees Library, please join us virtually on Zoom each week, Wednesdays from 5pm-6pm.ADA Accommodation Requests

Chess Club
2025-10-22 17:00 - 18:00
Come learn to play chess! This is a bimonthly welcoming workshop for players who are new or want to brush up on their chess knowledge or tactics. Each session will consist of a short presentation and dedicated time to practice through a game.
For ages 8 and above. Limited seating up to 16 players. Free. Registration required.
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ELL (English Language Learner) Conversation Club
2025-10-22 17:00 - 18:00
¡Ven a practicar hablar y escuchar inglés en persona en la Biblioteca Latinoamericana! Desarrolla habilidades de conversación con otros estudiantes de nivel principiante y intermedio en un lugar acogedor y respetuoso. Este programa es para adultos solamente.
Cada sesión está dirigida por personal de la biblioteca que habla español y ingles.
Gratis. No es necesario registrarse.
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Come practice speaking and listening in English in-person at the Biblioteca Latinoamericana! Build conversation skills with other beginner and intermediate level adult learners in a welcoming and respectful environment.
Each session is led by library staff who speaks Spanish and English.
Free. No registration required.
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Tully: EVC ESL-502 - Listening and Speaking 1
2025-10-22 17:15 - 18:45
ESL 502 is a non-credit high-beginning level ESL course through Evergreen Valley College (EVC) designed to improve students’ listening, speaking, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Students will learn how to pronounce basic words correctly, engage in basic communication with others, understand/use basic grammar structures, and acquire/expand basic vocabulary.
Registration at Tully Branch Library.
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Pajama Storytime
2025-10-22 17:30 - 18:00
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Time: 5:30pm – 6:00pm Location: Book Bubble, Main Library Children’s Area
Snuggle up for a cozy evening at Pajama Storytime! Wear your comfiest pajamas (grown-ups can too!) and bring along your favorite stuffy for a night filled with stories, songs, and rhymes. For all ages. Adults must be accompanied by a child.
Plan to arrive early to ensure admittance.

Indoor Music and Movement
2025-10-22 17:30 - 18:15
This program is best for children ages 2-8 with their caregivers, but all children with caregivers are welcome.
Join us every Wednesday for Music and Movement at the King Library Children’s Room!
Music and Movement is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities through song and movement activities – sometimes with scarves, shakey eggs, and rhythm sticks! Music and Movement is a high energy Storytime – a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of learning. We’ll start with a story, then move and groove to our monthly playlist.
Free, with limited capacity. Program finishes by 6:10pm.
This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.
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Bollywood Dance
2025-10-22 17:30 - 18:30
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program! Join us for this exciting volunteer-led program and learn Bollywood Dance moves for fun and fitness!
Walk-ins are welcome.
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