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Winners of the 2020 Graphic Novel Making Contest

Highlights from the 12th Graphic Novel Making Contest Awards Ceremony

Graphic Novels
08/31/2020 - 10:00 AM

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Virtual Homework Club

Need help with your homework? Volunteers will be available online to help Kindergarten - 8th-grade students with their homework.

Anonymous
08/17/2020 - 11:23 AM

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Wee Share Stories on CivicCenter TV

Find us four times a week on CivicCenter TV, channel 26.

Nari Ferderer
08/11/2020 - 7:00 AM

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Labor Day

What is Labor day and why do we celebrate it?

Brandy Maldonado
08/02/2020 - 7:00 AM

Boy reads Jane O’Connor’s Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy on the grass.

In the Library, Everything Starts with Picture Books!

Learn the history of the picture book and how librarians use them. Celebrate Picture Book Month!

Ila Langner
08/01/2020 - 10:00 AM

A man in glasses reads a book.

Summer Learning: Beat the Heat With Summer Stories

Looking for a Summer read to enjoy in the shade? Try one of these books selected by SJPL Librarians featuring Summer vacation themed stories.

Marsha Malcolm
07/23/2020 - 10:00 AM

A large group of people standing in a line, protesting, and holding handmade signs calling for justice.

Race. Inequity. Protests. You.

In light of racial discrimination and abuse of force around the country, it is necessary for us to engage in deeper reflection and education to make real lasting change.

Michelle Clark
07/21/2020 - 4:00 PM

A woman chooses a book from a bookshelf while a film crew films.

Summer Learning: Book Picks n' Flix

Read the book, then watch the movie!

Marsha Malcolm
07/16/2020 - 10:00 AM

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Summer Learning: Royal Reads

A mixed age group and Summer Learning list! If your curiosity is piqued by the life, culture, and politics of royals, these books are for you.

Marsha Malcolm
07/09/2020 - 10:00 AM

Jeff Brenion sitting with headphones in front of a Minecraft computer screen.

Pathfinder Jeff Brenion: Minecraft Library Program Pioneer

Librarian Jeff Brenion is utilizing the gaming platform Minecraft in innovative and engaging ways at the library.

Ila Langner
07/08/2020 - 10:00 PM

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Summer Learning: "Book" Your Trip, No Passport Required

A mixed age group and Summer Learning list! Can't travel this Summer? Try traveling through by means of one of these books, set in locations around the world.

Marsha Malcolm
07/02/2020 - 10:00 AM

Preschool playing

New Virtual Preschool Programs

Join us Monday through Friday at 9am with your preschooler as they play games, learn to problem-solve and socialize with their peers.

Nari Ferderer
06/26/2020 - 9:00 AM