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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.
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How to Watch the Beautiful Game: Soccer Explained

Jun 9th | 5:00pm - 5:45pm
This program is made to help those who want to know how soccer, also known as "The Beautiful Game", is played and how to watch it.
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Jumpstart Summer Reading Family Bookclub

Jun 10th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Need help to stay on track with Summer Reading? Join the Jumpstart Summer Reading Family Bookclub at the Seven Trees Library.
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SPECIAL Storytime: Spinning Monkey and the Missing Eggs!

Jun 10th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join local author Devapreya Selvaraj for an energetic, movement-filled storytime.

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Inscríbete en el Aprendizaje de Verano

Conoce más sobre este programa de SJPL que beneficia a toda la familia.
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Find Your Next Great Read with NoveList!

Use NoveList to enhance your TBR list and meet your Summer Learning reading goals!

Mental Health Awareness: What is Trauma?

The word trauma is a heavy word that often gets misunderstood. What is trauma? What does it look like and how can we care for one another?

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