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Find Your Joy at the Library
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week from April 19–25, 2026. Discover how the library can help you on your next adventure.
National Volunteer Week
Join us April 19 to 25 as we celebrate our wonderful library volunteers and recognize their contributions to our community.
Spring Into Poetry
Spring into poetry with our annual poetry contest. Submit a ballad, sonnet, free verse, or another favorite style by April 30.
April is the Month of the Young Child
Celebrate the importance of early childhood education and those who nurture them with stories, crafts, and resources.
Find Your Joy at the Library
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week from April 19–25, 2026. Discover how the library can help you on your next adventure.
National Volunteer Week
Join us April 19 to 25 as we celebrate our wonderful library volunteers and recognize their contributions to our community.
Spring Into Poetry
Spring into poetry with our annual poetry contest. Submit a ballad, sonnet, free verse, or another favorite style by April 30.
April is the Month of the Young Child
Celebrate the importance of early childhood education and those who nurture them with stories, crafts, and resources.
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
Make memories with us.
Look Up! San Jose City Hall Peregrine Falcons
Apr 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
This program is ideal for elementary school students and their families.
Sunday Crafternoon: Watercolor Clouds
Apr 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Let’s dive into this watercolor workshop!
Vietnamese Class for Kids, part of a series
Learn basic Vietnamese reading, writing, and conversational skills.
Celebrating Earth Day: Succulent Arrangement
Apr 26th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to celebrate Earth Day and plant your own succulent arrangement.
Look Up! San Jose City Hall Peregrine Falcons
Apr 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
This program is ideal for elementary school students and their families.
Sunday Crafternoon: Watercolor Clouds
Apr 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Let’s dive into this watercolor workshop!
Vietnamese Class for Kids, part of a series
Learn basic Vietnamese reading, writing, and conversational skills.
Celebrating Earth Day: Succulent Arrangement
Apr 26th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to celebrate Earth Day and plant your own succulent arrangement.
New Titles
Find your next favorite read.
New Blogs & Lists
Let our experts inspire you.
National Teacher Day
Did you know that SJPL offers Educator Cards, Teaching Resources and Class Visits?
Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a recognition of the numerous stories and contributions of Jewish Americans.
Self-Compassion as a Practice
One of the most powerful tools we can cultivate both for ourselves and others is compassion.
National Teacher Day
Did you know that SJPL offers Educator Cards, Teaching Resources and Class Visits?
Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a recognition of the numerous stories and contributions of Jewish Americans.
Self-Compassion as a Practice
One of the most powerful tools we can cultivate both for ourselves and others is compassion.
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