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YA Friday: September 2023 Monthly Wrap-Up

Take a look at some of our favorite young adult books released this month.

Megan Maloy
09/22/2023 - 8:00 AM

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Community Recipes for You to Try!

You are welcome to try the recipes posted by Cambrian Library's community!

Ila Langner
09/20/2023 - 10:00 PM

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Digital Inclusion Month

Need help with internet costs? Learn about how San José Public Library can help during Digital Inclusion Month—the month of October.

Yadirha Orozco-Lemus
09/18/2023 - 12:15 PM

Image: Filipino workers planting asparagus in Stockton in the 1930s. Photo courtesy of Virginia Supnet Hill

Looking Back: Filipino Americans in Santa Clara Valley

Ralph explores the history of local Filipino Americans.

Ralph Pearce
09/16/2023 - 1:30 PM

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YA Friday: GUTS

If you loved Olivia Rodrigo's sophomore album GUTS, these books about heartbreak, healing, or getting even might make the perfect pairing for your next listen.

Megan Maloy
09/15/2023 - 8:00 AM

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SJPL Works: Women Returners Workgroup

Join SJPL Works' virtual workshop assisting women returners meet and collaborate with each other to help jumpstart their job search.

SJPL Works
09/14/2023 - 10:00 AM

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Pathfinders Cambrian Library Staff: Creativity and Innovation Creates a Team!

Cambrian Library Has Transformed into a Hive of Activity and Fun!

Ila Langner
09/13/2023 - 10:00 PM

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National Dog Day

National Dog Day is a day dedicated to honoring and appreciating dogs of all breeds, sizes, and roles in our lives.

SJ eLibrary
09/13/2023 - 10:33 AM

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YA Friday: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Characters in these stories are coping with feelings of grief and loss after losing someone close to them to suicide.

Megan Maloy
09/08/2023 - 8:00 AM

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Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month: Celebrating Community-Building

Celebrating contributions and community-building.

Karla Alvarez
09/07/2023 - 12:29 PM

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Picture Books About Self-Love

September is a wonderful month to encourage children to love themselves!

Ila Langner
09/05/2023 - 10:00 AM

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SJPL Picks Recommendation News: September 2023

What do our librarians recommend? Boost your browsing or add variety to your "To Read" list with reading recommendations from our librarians, in this occasional reader's advisory publication.

Marsha Malcolm
09/03/2023 - 1:00 AM