Buddy, Hillview Branch Library’s very own special elf, is back this year! Find Buddy for a chance to win a prize! How to Play Find Buddy: Search for Buddy, the Elf on the Bookshelf, in the library anytime from December 1–12, 2025. Tell Staff & Fill Out a Raffle Ticket: Each time you find the Elf, let the staff member […]

Kick off the Holiday Festivities by taking a selfie with Santa’s Toy Shop backdrop display at Bascom Branch Library. We'll have holiday props available for taking those perfect Holiday snaps! Don't forget to sign up for San Jose Public Library's Winter Reading. Participants get one giveaway prize for signing up and one prize, either a book for […]

Do you need help downloading an ebook, or accessing digital content?Get hands-on help with borrowing and downloading FREE library eBooks and eAudiobooks to your Kindle, Nook, iPad or smartphone. You are welcome to bring your own device to each session. We can also help you search for and use other awesome library eResources, like one of […]