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Now Available: San José 2026 Library Cards
Get your game on with the new, exclusive San José 2026–themed library card and score big with member-only perks.
Black History is American History
Dive into Black History Month with the special exhibits, events, resources, and more.
Lunar New Year
Ring in the Year of the Horse with free lion dance performances, community celebrations, arts and crafts, and more.
Tax Help
Make tax season easier this year with free tax preparation for those who qualify, plus resources and information for everyone.
Now Available: San José 2026 Library Cards
Get your game on with the new, exclusive San José 2026–themed library card and score big with member-only perks.
Black History is American History
Dive into Black History Month with the special exhibits, events, resources, and more.
Lunar New Year
Ring in the Year of the Horse with free lion dance performances, community celebrations, arts and crafts, and more.
Tax Help
Make tax season easier this year with free tax preparation for those who qualify, plus resources and information for everyone.
Become a Member
Unlock exclusive library privileges with a free library card. Choose your free library card design at any location and gain full access to even more.
New Events
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Art of the African Diaspora Art Exhibit
Jan 11th - Feb 22nd | All day
Experience the 2026 Art of the African Diaspora exhibit at the King Library. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
Tea Time @ Bascom Library
Feb 9th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for tea, refreshments and conversation. All ages welcome.
SVR Give Me a Sign: Summer Camp Lanyard Making
Feb 9th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
This program is in celebration of the Silicon Valley Reads 2026 theme “Bridges to Belonging.”
Make It Mondays: Spin Art Hearts
Feb 9th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us every Monday for arts and crafts at the library!
Art of the African Diaspora Art Exhibit
Jan 11th - Feb 22nd | All day
Experience the 2026 Art of the African Diaspora exhibit at the King Library. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
Tea Time @ Bascom Library
Feb 9th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for tea, refreshments and conversation. All ages welcome.
SVR Give Me a Sign: Summer Camp Lanyard Making
Feb 9th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
This program is in celebration of the Silicon Valley Reads 2026 theme “Bridges to Belonging.”
Make It Mondays: Spin Art Hearts
Feb 9th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us every Monday for arts and crafts at the library!
New Titles
Find your next favorite read.
New Blogs & Lists
Let our experts inspire you.
Happy Nowruz! (سال نو مبارک)
Nowruz ( نوروز ), also known as the Persian New Year, is an ancient festival that marks the beginning of spring.
Mừng Xuân Bính Ngọ Tại Thư Viện
Kính mời quý vị đến tham gia các sinh hoạt múa lân, thủ công, đọc truyện trẻ em, và nhiều nữa, tại các thư viện San José.
Bringing Home the Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a time of excitement! The library is here for fun events, books and more!
Happy Nowruz! (سال نو مبارک)
Nowruz ( نوروز ), also known as the Persian New Year, is an ancient festival that marks the beginning of spring.
Mừng Xuân Bính Ngọ Tại Thư Viện
Kính mời quý vị đến tham gia các sinh hoạt múa lân, thủ công, đọc truyện trẻ em, và nhiều nữa, tại các thư viện San José.
Bringing Home the Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a time of excitement! The library is here for fun events, books and more!
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