Partners in Reading (PAR): Adult & Family Literacy

The mission of Partners in Reading (PAR ) is to enrich the lives of adults to achieve their personal and professional goals through reading, writing, critical thinking, technology, life skills and English language learning.

Address

150 E San Fernando, San Jose, CA 95112

Hours

Monday 10 AM - 8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM
Friday 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 1 PM
Sunday Closed


Holiday Closures

Address

150 E San Fernando, San Jose, CA 95112

Hours

Monday 10 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM
Friday 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 1 PM
Sunday Closed


Holiday Closures

Support Us

Support Partners in Reading through the SJPL Foundation. Please write "PAR, Partners in Reading" in the "Where to Give" section and select "Other".

PAR Services and Resources

Become a PAR Adult Basic Literacy or ESL Learner

Free tutoring for adults to improve basic reading, writing, speaking, and technology skills. Become a PAR learner! Call 1-408-808-2361

Become a Partners in Reading Volunteer

Share your reading, writing, and conversation skills with adults in San José. Free training and learning materials provided.

Meet Partners in Reading Tutors and Learners

Adults participate in Partners in Reading (PAR) for many reasons. Read some of PAR's tutor and learner stories.

Family Literacy Service

Partners in Reading works with local organizations to provide parenting workshops, literacy materials, children’s books and more!

Partners in Reading - Digital Skill Building

Improve your computer and technology skills! PAR Instructors show learners how to use programs to build job skills.
ESL Conversation Club Group

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Learn and practice English conversation with a tutor.

Learner Toolbox

Explore online tools and classes for Partners in Reading Learners.

Tutor Toolbox

Access tutoring strategies, log volunteer hours, request materials, use free worksheets, and browse online resources for PAR tutors.

PAR Books and Newsletters

Check out the PAR learner book collection, explore our recommended reads for adult learners, and read PAR newsletters!
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