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"I’m so grateful to have this library. It’s such a welcoming space with a wonderful selection of books for all ages, plus plenty of cozy spots to work or read or study. The children’s section is fantastic and it really sparks their excitement for reading. I also appreciate how helpful and friendly the staff always are, whether I’m looking for a new recommendation or help finding a resource."

- Anna, Cambrian Branch

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Borrow & Return

Learn how to use your library card. Get information on checkout periods, renewals, holds, fines and fees, and more.

Computers, Printing, & Copying

Find information about our computer, printing, and copying services.

Small meeting room available at SJPL Works - table with four chairs, whiteboard and monitor on opposite walls.

Reserve a Room

Need a quiet place to work? Study rooms are available to reserve for meetings, studying, and working on projects.

Mosaic of library users and staff that reflect the diversity of San Jose.

Events Calendar

We’ve got something for everyone! Check out hundreds of free events happening across 25 locations.

Borrow & Return

Learn how to use your library card. Get information on checkout periods, renewals, holds, fines and fees, and more.

Computers, Printing, & Copying

Find information about our computer, printing, and copying services.

Reserve a Room

Need a quiet place to work? Study rooms are available to reserve for meetings, studying, and working on projects.

Events Calendar

We’ve got something for everyone! Check out hundreds of free events happening across 25 locations.

Borrow & Return

Learn how to use your library card. Get information on checkout periods, renewals, holds, fines and fees, and more.

Computers, Printing, & Copying

Find information about our computer, printing, and copying services.

Reserve a Room

Need a quiet place to work? Study rooms are available to reserve for meetings, studying, and working on projects.

Events Calendar

We’ve got something for everyone! Check out hundreds of free events happening across 25 locations.

"If you want to have a real good experience of a library, this place definitely gives to you. The librarians are very nice and helpful. There are self checkout kiosks conveniently placed for books. Additionally, there is a computer room where people can borrow a computer or bring their own laptop and connect to the Wi-Fi."

- Arunkumar, East San José Carnegie Branch

Browse Our Collections

Library Collections

Browse over 2 million titles in various formats in 90 languages.

eBooks & eResources

SJPL brings the library to you. Explore our vast online collection from anywhere, anytime.

Lucky Day Collection

The Lucky Day collection has new high-demand titles and bestsellers for immediate check-out.

Blind man on park bench listening to eAudiobook from phone.

Collections in Alternative Formats

Accessible materials are available for checkout including audiobooks, eAudio, large print, and close-captioned or sound-descriptive videos.

Library Collections

Browse over 2 million titles in various formats in 90 languages.

eBooks & eResources

SJPL brings the library to you. Explore our vast online collection from anywhere, anytime.

Lucky Day Collection

The Lucky Day collection has new high-demand titles and bestsellers for immediate check-out.

Collections in Alternative Formats

Accessible materials are available for checkout including audiobooks, eAudio, large print, and close-captioned or sound-descriptive videos.

Library Collections

Browse over 2 million titles in various formats in 90 languages.

eBooks & eResources

SJPL brings the library to you. Explore our vast online collection from anywhere, anytime.

Lucky Day Collection

The Lucky Day collection has new high-demand titles and bestsellers for immediate check-out.

Collections in Alternative Formats

Accessible materials are available for checkout including audiobooks, eAudio, large print, and close-captioned or sound-descriptive videos.

"It's a huge library with dedicated children section. Staff is helpful, informative and warm. Everything is transparent and easy to follow operations! They have lot of kid events for all age groups. Fun activities and learning activities for all kids. Must visit for all new parents."

- Aslesha, Santa Teresa Branch

Learn Online, Anytime

MyHeritage

Discover where your ancestors came from using census, birth, marriage, death and military records, newspaper articles, and family trees.

Mango Languages

Learn conversation skills for over 70 different languages. Some languages include feature films.

LinkedIn Learning

Over 16,000 courses in 7 languages, delivered by expert instructors on creative, business, and tech topics. Library ID for the app: sjpl

Online Homework Help Resources

Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.

MyHeritage

Discover where your ancestors came from using census, birth, marriage, death and military records, newspaper articles, and family trees.

Mango Languages

Learn conversation skills for over 70 different languages. Some languages include feature films.

LinkedIn Learning

Over 16,000 courses in 7 languages, delivered by expert instructors on creative, business, and tech topics. Library ID for the app: sjpl

Online Homework Help Resources

Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.

MyHeritage

Discover where your ancestors came from using census, birth, marriage, death and military records, newspaper articles, and family trees.

Mango Languages

Learn conversation skills for over 70 different languages. Some languages include feature films.

LinkedIn Learning

Over 16,000 courses in 7 languages, delivered by expert instructors on creative, business, and tech topics. Library ID for the app: sjpl

Online Homework Help Resources

Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.

"It is a small neighborhood library. It is also open on Sundays. Good for quietly reading and borrowing books. There are always library events, so it's good for children."

- Jacky, Alviso Branch

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Go Out and Explore

AtoZ World Travel

Information on major cities worldwide for travelers, including current news, currency, culture, language, electricity & phone, and more.

Discover & Go

San José Public Library members can access free or reduced-price tickets to California museums and attraction.

Visit Santa Clara County Parks for FREE

Everyone belongs at parks! Learn how you can access Santa Clara County Parks Pass for free.

California State Parks Passes

Learn about the how you can visit CA state parks for free with your library card.

AtoZ World Travel

Information on major cities worldwide for travelers, including current news, currency, culture, language, electricity & phone, and more.

Discover & Go

San José Public Library members can access free or reduced-price tickets to California museums and attraction.

Visit Santa Clara County Parks for FREE

Everyone belongs at parks! Learn how you can access Santa Clara County Parks Pass for free.

California State Parks Passes

Learn about the how you can visit CA state parks for free with your library card.

AtoZ World Travel

Information on major cities worldwide for travelers, including current news, currency, culture, language, electricity & phone, and more.

Discover & Go

San José Public Library members can access free or reduced-price tickets to California museums and attraction.

Visit Santa Clara County Parks for FREE

Everyone belongs at parks! Learn how you can access Santa Clara County Parks Pass for free.

California State Parks Passes

Learn about the how you can visit CA state parks for free with your library card.

"It's a pretty great library, wide selection of books, and much information to learn from. Also, at this library, there is a special program where you can get seeds to grow plants sometimes."

- Atharva, Evergreen Branch