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New SJ Earthquakes Library Card Coming Soon
The library is excited to announce the unveiling of the first-ever SJ Earthquakes library card on Saturday, August 9.
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New SJ Earthquakes Library Card Coming Soon
The library is excited to announce the unveiling of the first-ever SJ Earthquakes library card on Saturday, August 9.
Gear Up With SJPL for a New School Year
Explore free school year essentials to help you start off your year strong.
Inclusive Services
Find out more about our free inclusive services and programs offered at SJPL.
Teachers & Educators
SJPL provides free resources, class visits, and programs to support San Jose's educators and teachers.

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*Virtual* ¡Conoce tus derechos!
Aug 6th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Valley Water Storytime: 3 Little Pigs+
Aug 7th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Digital Skills: Computer Basics
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Giant Bubble Play Stations & Backpack Giveaway
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
*Virtual* ¡Conoce tus derechos!
Aug 6th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Valley Water Storytime: 3 Little Pigs+
Aug 7th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Digital Skills: Computer Basics
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Giant Bubble Play Stations & Backpack Giveaway
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
*Virtual* ¡Conoce tus derechos!
Aug 6th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Valley Water Storytime: 3 Little Pigs+
Aug 7th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Digital Skills: Computer Basics
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Giant Bubble Play Stations & Backpack Giveaway
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
*Virtual* ¡Conoce tus derechos!
Aug 6th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Valley Water Storytime: 3 Little Pigs+
Aug 7th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Digital Skills: Computer Basics
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Giant Bubble Play Stations & Backpack Giveaway
Aug 7th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
New Titles
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Volunteering with Pride: One Volunteer Story at a Time
Our Volunteer, Audrey, shows the importance of community involvement, inclusivity, and cultural awareness in diverse communities like ours!
SJPL Recommendation News: Summer 2025
What do our librarians recommend? Boost your browsing or add variety to your To Read list with reading recommendations from our librarians.
International Book Lovers Day
A day to celebrate reading and literature.
Volunteering with Pride: One Volunteer Story at a Time
Our Volunteer, Audrey, shows the importance of community involvement, inclusivity, and cultural awareness in diverse communities like ours!
SJPL Recommendation News: Summer 2025
What do our librarians recommend? Boost your browsing or add variety to your To Read list with reading recommendations from our librarians.
International Book Lovers Day
A day to celebrate reading and literature.
Volunteering with Pride: One Volunteer Story at a Time
Our Volunteer, Audrey, shows the importance of community involvement, inclusivity, and cultural awareness in diverse communities like ours!
SJPL Recommendation News: Summer 2025
What do our librarians recommend? Boost your browsing or add variety to your To Read list with reading recommendations from our librarians.
International Book Lovers Day
A day to celebrate reading and literature.
Volunteering with Pride: One Volunteer Story at a Time
Our Volunteer, Audrey, shows the importance of community involvement, inclusivity, and cultural awareness in diverse communities like ours!
SJPL Recommendation News: Summer 2025
What do our librarians recommend? Boost your browsing or add variety to your To Read list with reading recommendations from our librarians.
International Book Lovers Day
A day to celebrate reading and literature.

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