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Cuttings Exchange

May 23rd | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bring your own plants, seedlings, and plant cuttings to give away and exchange with others.
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Sunday STEAM

May 24th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
For May, we will try making and testing our own ziplines and earthquake-proof towers.
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Wee Love Art: Bernice Bing

May 24th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for artsy fun as we learn about Bernice Bing and make our own abstract dream art.
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Sunday Crafternoon: Make Your Own Zine

May 24th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop where participants of all ages can design their own collaged zines.

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Harvey Milk Day is May 22nd

Find out more about the history of Harvey Milk and his role in the LGBTQ+ community of the Bay Area.

The Criterion Collection at SJPL

Check out the amazing movies that are a part of The Criterion Collection here at San Jose Public Library!

A New Era for Women’s Hockey in San Jose

Let's welcome the San Jose PWHL team to our city and get a history lesson on Women's Hockey in the Bay Area.

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