Support Local. Build Your Business.
Small Business Saturday is a day to support local shops and the people who run them. Explore San José businesses or find free resources to help you start or grow your own business.
Shop Local
SJPL Supports Small Businesses
Cafés at Our Libraries
Support local businesses by visiting the cozy cafés in our libraries. Enjoy a great cup of coffee while diving into your next favorite book!
Shop Local San José
Get out and explore eleven of San José’s interconnected shopping districts this season with Shop Local San José.
Suggested Reads
Recommended Reads
SJPL Works: Business Planning
Dreaming of starting a business, but need some help creating a business plan? Here are some titles to help get you started.
SJPL Works: Starting a Business Online
Check out these titles that can help you start your business online and build your brand.
Physical and digital titles
Online Resources
The History of Black Friday
Explore Black Friday’s history and how shopping traditions have changed with Britannica School’s high school article.
Free Puzzles to Play Online
Enjoy free fun on Cyber Monday and beyond with crosswords, sudoku, word searches, and more on PressReader.
Shop Smarter with Consumer Reports
Read Consumer Reports on Flipster for free product ratings and reviews to help you shop smarter.