*This is a FREE webinar* A well-crafted resume and cover letter are vital tools to helping you stand out to potential employers. Come join a SJPL Works Business & Career Librarian to learn the essential elements of a successful resume and cover letter. This workshop will include how to highlight your accomplishments and transferable skills […]

"Nothing substitutes for the ability to build friendships with parents who are faced with similar parenting issues." Join Las Madres Downtown/Rose Garden for a weekly Tuesday playgroup. Children can play in a safe environment in the Rose Garden Library Community Room and parents can connect and find/lend support to other parents in the Rose Garden and […]

Do you have questions or need assistance with technology? At the Almaden Branch you can make a 30-minute appointment to assist you with: Learning to use Libby (formerly Overdrive) to read ebooks and listen to e-audiobooksAccessing non-Overdrive eBooks and audiobooks from Boundless, CloudLibrary, and EnkiUsing Hoopla to read, listen and watchAccessing the New York Times […]

Pick up a worksheet and build your English vocabulary! Word game worksheets will be available by the library’s front entrance. Free. While Supplies last. ADA Accommodation Requests ¡Toma una hoja de trabajo y desarrolla tu vocabulario en inglés! Las hojas de trabajo de juegos de palabras estarán disponibles en la entrada principal de la biblioteca. […]

Build your English conversation skills with other adult learners in a welcoming and respectful environment. Practice your speaking and listening skills, expand your vocabulary, discuss current events, and much more! Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests Desarrolla tus habilidades de conversación en inglés con otros adultos en un ambiente acogedor y respetuoso. ¡Practica tus habilidades, amplía tu […]

Get personalized tech assistance. Help is available for basic tasks such as: Using emailConnecting to WiFiAccessing library resources such as e-books and e-learning of San Jose Public LibraryCreating documents by using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint We can also provide basic instructions for using devices such as laptops, smartphones, e-readers, etc. Register […]

Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet?  Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet?  All hand needle crafts welcome.  No training or supplies are provided, but if you need advice there are many experienced knitters who are happy to lend […]

Learn about assistance the nonprofit organization Self-Help for the Elderly offers seniors, including in the following areas.  CaregivingSenior HousingActivity CentersEmployment ServicesSocial ServicesCleaning ServicesNutrition ServicesHealth Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)Digital Learning Program The information table is in the library lobby. Free. No Registration Required.selfhelpelderly.orgADA Accommodation Requests美国残疾人法案(ADA)申请提供协助

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 reading and […]

Embark on an exciting leaf exploration journey at the library, where children delve into the diverse shapes, colors, and textures of autumn leaves. With simple materials, children can learn more about the parts of a leaf with colorful creations to take home.ADA Accommodation Requests