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Title: "Celebrating AmeriCorps Week March12-18, 2023" Image collage with a group of 6 americorps flexing their arms like "We can do it" a group of AmeriCorps posing in a circle and a headshot of a young woman smiling in an americorps polo.

Celebrating AmeriCorps Week 2023

In honor of AmeriCorps week, San José Public Library would like to thank our VISTAs that support critical Library programs.

Jason Pell
03/10/2023 - 3:00 PM

various artworks found in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library.

King Library Tour Docents

Learn how you can become a volunteer docent at King library!

Melissa Chheuy
03/09/2023 - 12:00 PM

Illustration of a bed of grass with yellow tulips and an open book with a whimsical tree, mushrooms, and grass growing out of it. Framed in a circle of dots that match the color of the yellow tulips is a portrait of Deborah Apau.

Volunteer Spotlight - Deborah Apau

San José Public Library would like to recognize our amazing Reading to Children Volunteer, Deborah Apau!

Lisa Molson
02/27/2023 - 4:00 PM

A hand holding a pen filling our a paper survey

Volunteer Satisfaction Survey Results

Results of the recent volunteer feedback survey show that volunteers thrive at SJPL!

Jason Pell
02/24/2023 - 3:00 PM

Volunteer Ethan

Volunteer Spotlight - Ethan

Volunteer Ethan brings enthusiasm and reliability to Cambrian Library as its "Renaissance Man."

Ila Langner
02/08/2023 - 10:00 AM

Late librarian Margaret Fitch in front of her famous puppet theater!

Dedication to a Librarian Who Lived and Breathed Library Service: Margaret Fitch

Late librarian Margaret Fitch was a truly dedicated librarian and Friend of the Library who left an indelible mark in her community.

Ila Langner
11/23/2022 - 10:00 PM

Photo of volunteer Deitra Hoang

Volunteer Spotlight - Deitra Hoang

Meet Deitra, a volunteer and District 3 Youth Commissioner.

Melissa Chheuy
11/23/2022 - 2:00 PM

pink-tinted heart-shaped lights on blurred background

eSpotlight - Giving Tuesday

Learn about where and why Giving Tuesday was created and how you can share the spirit of generosity.

Jeana Clampitt
11/22/2022 - 4:00 PM

Hand drawn rocket and colored pencils.

Homework Clubs

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

SJPL Staff
07/24/2022 - 12:00 PM

Your community represented through volunteerism

The 2022 Volunteers of the Year

We appreciate the tremendous contributions and efforts made by all our volunteers. Celebrate our Volunteers of the Year with us!

Jason Pell
04/21/2022 - 4:00 PM

Ellen Hill, a long-time PAR volunteer doing book distribution

Volunteer Spotlight: Remembering Ellen Hill

Remembering the service and legacy of PAR volunteer Ellen Hill.

Jason Pell
01/12/2022 - 10:30 AM

Woman peering over an open book in a classroom.

International Literacy Day

Bringing awareness to literacy efforts, local and worldwide.

Tom Hewitt
08/07/2021 - 12:00 PM