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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

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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

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Summer Learning: Read with PRIDE

Inspire your reading this summer and celebrate Pride Day with these books featuring LGBTQ+ characters.

Marsha Malcolm
06/25/2020 - 10:00 AM

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Childcare Summer Learning

A Summer Learning program for childcare services in San Jose.

Nari Ferderer
06/05/2020 - 6:00 AM

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Summer Learning: Family Book Club

Explore books that have multi-generational appeal, or are all around good family fun.

Marsha Malcolm
06/04/2020 - 10:00 AM

Large group of San Jose Public Library staff members smiling, celebrating, and carrying rainbow flags and fans at the Silicon Valley LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival.

Happy Pride from SJPL

Pride Month this year just won't be the same, thanks to a global pandemic keeping us from gathering. How do you celebrate Pride without Pride™?

Michelle Clark
06/02/2020 - 7:00 AM

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Happy Father's Day!

Father's Day is fast approaching. How will you show your appreciation to the important men in your life?

Rebekah Gonzalez
05/21/2020 - 10:00 AM

Children's Book

Join Us Online for Storytime Live!

Join us for weekly storytimes on Facebook Live and Zoom.

Nari Ferderer
05/11/2020 - 12:00 PM

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Resources for Kids About the Coronavirus

Web resources to help kids learn about the coronavirus, staying safe, and dealing with these challenging times.

Tim Reif
05/07/2020 - 9:00 PM

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Graphic Novel Making Contest 2020

Submit your graphic novel to the annual Graphic Novel Making Contest!

Jessica Novak
05/07/2020 - 11:48 AM