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Sunday, Aug. 25 to Saturday, Aug 31.

YTI Workshops-Roblox Games

Tuesday, Aug 27

4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Alum Rock Branch

Registration Required


This interactive course leverages the excitement of Roblox, transforming gameplay into a hands-on coding experience.

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Back to School

Thursday, Aug 29

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Evergreen Branch


Come join us for a back-to-school event filled with fun activities, crafts, a button press station, and a school supply giveaway!

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More Children's Events 

San José Youth Commission Meeting

Monday, Aug 26

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

San José City Council Chambers


Join us at the San Jose Youth Commission meeting! This in-person event will consist of discussions about city policies, city department reports, Youth Commissioner district reports, and more.

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Career Exploration Presentation

Wednesday, Aug 28

3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Hillview Branch


Join us to learn about different career options, their salaries, expected education and experience requirements, job outlook, and more.

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More Teen Events

Yoga

Wednesday, Aug 28

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Village Square Branch


Join us for Yoga, fun and fitness! Learn basic Yoga routines, develop flexibility, relaxation and better health!

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Tissue Paper Stained Glass Suncatchers

Friday, Aug 30

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Tully Branch


Join us and make colorful tissue paper stained glass suncatchers.

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More Adult Events

Learn About Adult Protective Services (APS)

Sunday, Aug 25

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Bascom Branch


Each California county has an Adult Protective Services agency to help elderly adults (60 years and older) and dependent adults (18-59 who are disabled) when they are unable to meet their own needs, or are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

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Self-Help for the Elderly Information Table

Tuesday, Aug 27

2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Bascom Branch


Learn about information and assistance the nonprofit organization Self-Help for the Elderly offers seniors.

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More Senior Events

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Stay on Track for Your Successful Race!


By Patricia Solis

Learn how to train for a big athletic event, the importance of nutrition, networking with other athletes, and books/e-resources that focus on health and wellness.

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Silicon Valley Pride 2024

By Eric DeBold


The Silicon Valley Pride has a long history in our city. Learn more about this year's parade, the list of festivities, and how to read with pride.

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More Blogs to Enjoy

Summer Learning Survey

If you participated in this year's 

Summer Learning program, we'd love

to hear about your experience by taking

a quick 22-question survey.

Take the Survey

Graphic Novel Making Contest Awards Ceremony

Saturday, Sept. 7

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

San Jose City Hall Rotunda


Celebrate the creative efforts of this year's Graphic Novel Making Contest participants!

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Educator Library Card

San José educators can

now get a special library

card that allows for an extended checkout

and renewal period and no fines on overdue materials.

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Back to School

Get geared up at the San

José Public Library with homework help, math programs, technical

resources, and much more!

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San José Student Library Card

San José Public Library is collaborating with San Jose School Districts to support students’ academic and career achievement goals by

providing a student library card.

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Volunteer to Make a Difference!





Whether you're looking to complete volunteer hours or simply make a difference in your community, SJPL offers a variety of opportunities for you to choose from.

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Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Accommodations

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library events, please call 408-808-2355 or email Accessibility@sjlibrary.org at least one week before the event. 

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