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Due to our temporary closures, we are currently not accepting book donations at any location.

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SJPL Express Pickup: Appointments Now Available

Borrow physical items with three easy steps. You can also save on wait time by making an appointment to pick up your items.

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Read and Win Prizes From June 1-July 31

Readers of all ages are invited to participate in the Summer Learning program.

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Free Summer Food Program - June 15-August 7

Children & teens are invited for free healthy meals to go

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Get Ready, Set, Draw!

Everyone is invited to create a graphic novel by July 31 for a chance to win prizes.

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Chat with a librarian in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Chinese

Need help finding something? Chat online with a librarian.

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Get Ready for Kindergarten

Receive fun facts & tips that’ll help your child learn and grow! Available in different languages.

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Virtual Programs from San José Public Library

We’re proud to offer virtual programs that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home.

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eSpotlight - High Demand Antiracist Titles Available with No Waiting for a Limited Time

Access top antiracist titles with no holds for a limited time with Overdrive's Black Lives Matter: Community Reads initiative.

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Graphic Novel Making Contest: Writer's Block?

There is just under a month left of the Graphic Novel Making Contest. We have already received some great submissions! Do you want to be among them?

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YA Friday: The Book Was Better, Pt. V

Let's take a look at some of the upcoming and speculated YA books turning into movies in the second half of the year.

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