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Summer Learning: Only a Few Days Left
Complete the program for a chance to win one of 125 grand prizes, including free pizza for a year, or Bay FC or Earthquakes tickets.
Gear Up for a New School Year
Take advantage of free school year essentials and resources for students and educators at the library.
Graphic Novel Making Contest
The deadline is coming up! Submit your entry by July 31 for a chance to win graphic novels, comics, books, and more.
National Night Out
August 4, 2026
Multiple Event Listings
Join us for a night of fun celebrating community, meeting your neighbors, and building safer, more connected places to thrive in.
Summer Learning: Only a Few Days Left
Complete the program for a chance to win one of 125 grand prizes, including free pizza for a year, or Bay FC or Earthquakes tickets.
Gear Up for a New School Year
Take advantage of free school year essentials and resources for students and educators at the library.
Graphic Novel Making Contest
The deadline is coming up! Submit your entry by July 31 for a chance to win graphic novels, comics, books, and more.
National Night Out
August 4, 2026
Multiple Event Listings
Join us for a night of fun celebrating community, meeting your neighbors, and building safer, more connected places to thrive in.
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New Events
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Bay Area Comics and Comix Exhibition
Jun 1st - Sep 30th | All day
Explore the rich Bay Area history of cartooning, comics, graphic novels, and more at King Library’s California Room.
Jungle James Animal Adventures: Reptile Round-Up
Jul 29th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come and meet fun loving Zoologist Jungle James and his amazing reptiles from around the world.
Bollywood Dance
Jul 29th | 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program!
Semillas de mi Tierra: Summer Folklórico Program
Jul 30th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Experience and connect with Mexican heritage through traditional music, dance, and culture.
Bay Area Comics and Comix Exhibition
Jun 1st - Sep 30th | All day
Explore the rich Bay Area history of cartooning, comics, graphic novels, and more at King Library’s California Room.
Jungle James Animal Adventures: Reptile Round-Up
Jul 29th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come and meet fun loving Zoologist Jungle James and his amazing reptiles from around the world.
Bollywood Dance
Jul 29th | 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Get into the rhythm of fitness with our Bollywood Dance program!
Semillas de mi Tierra: Summer Folklórico Program
Jul 30th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Experience and connect with Mexican heritage through traditional music, dance, and culture.
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Impulsa tus estudios con SJPL: recursos para adolescentes
Recursos gratuitos de SJPL para la preparación académica y desarrollo de habilidades de adolescentes.
TIROC: Resilience Isn't Bouncing Back - It’s Moving Forward
Resilience isn’t about bouncing back; it’s about moving forward with honesty, care, and support while living with the impact of trauma.
Summer Learning: Adventure Awaits
Whatever kind of adventure you want this summer, San Jose Public Library is here to help guide you.
Impulsa tus estudios con SJPL: recursos para adolescentes
Recursos gratuitos de SJPL para la preparación académica y desarrollo de habilidades de adolescentes.
TIROC: Resilience Isn't Bouncing Back - It’s Moving Forward
Resilience isn’t about bouncing back; it’s about moving forward with honesty, care, and support while living with the impact of trauma.
Summer Learning: Adventure Awaits
Whatever kind of adventure you want this summer, San Jose Public Library is here to help guide you.
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