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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.
Digital Skill Building: Navigating SJPL.org
Feb 10th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Build up your knowledge and boost your confidence with technology!
Wee Love Art: Carnaval Masks
Feb 10th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us for artsy fun as we learn about different art styles that have made a major impact on creative thinking in our world.
Teen Foodies
Feb 10th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Love to craft, love to eat? It might sound like a funny combination, but it’s really not.
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.
Digital Skill Building: Navigating SJPL.org
Feb 10th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Build up your knowledge and boost your confidence with technology!
Wee Love Art: Carnaval Masks
Feb 10th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us for artsy fun as we learn about different art styles that have made a major impact on creative thinking in our world.
Teen Foodies
Feb 10th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Love to craft, love to eat? It might sound like a funny combination, but it’s really not.
New Titles
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New Blogs & Lists
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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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