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Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Dec 31
All Library Open Hours

Citizenship Mock Interview
Don't miss out on the opportunity to practice for the citizenship interview! If you think you are ready for the interview, come and let our staff put you through the test. Trained staff will simulate the interview process and help prepare you for the actual test. By appointment only.

Pre-registration required

Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Dec 31
All Library Open Hours

Resume Review
Need help looking for a job? Do you want some advice on writing the resume that will land you the interview? Sign up at the information desk to recieve individual advice and tips on writing your resume. By appointment only.

Pre-registration required

Tue, Nov 3
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Teen Board Game Day
Join us for board games and snacks. This event is open to teens ages 12 to 18.
This event takes place in the Teen Room

Tue, Nov 3
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Clase de Computación en Español / Computer Class in Spanish
Este curso básico de computación dura 4 semanas e incluye los siguientes temas:

• Uso del teclado y el ratón
• Uso del sitio de Web de la biblioteca
• Búsquedas en Internet
• Creación e uso de una cuenta de correo electrónico
• Uso básico de Microsoft Word (si el tiempo permite)

Tue, Nov 3
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Storytime and Puppets with Ms. Margaret
Join special guest, Ms. Margaret, on the first Tuesday of every month for a special storytime featuring puppets!
This event takes place in the Children's Area

Fri, Nov 6
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Recycling Storytime
Even the youngest children can learn to be good stewards of the earth! Join us for a special storytime about recycling, presented by California Waste Solutions.
This event takes place in the Children's Area

Fri, Nov 6
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Learn to Play the Recorder / Aprenda Cómo Tocar la Flauta Dulce
Would you like to learn to play an instrument and read music? The recorder is a fun introduction to the world of music. A bilingual English-Spanish teacher will host free classes every Friday in the Community Room.

¿Le gustaría aprender cómo tocar un instrumento y leer música? La flauta dulce es una divertida introducción al mundo de música. Una maestra bilingũe dará clases gratuitas cada viernes en la sala comunitaria.
This event takes place in the Community Room

Sat, Nov 7
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

'Dream Snow' Art Lesson with Art n Motion
Join us on for a lively art lesson with Art n Motion. Children ages 3-8 will learn about art principles and produce a fabric collage based on the children's book Dream Snow by Eric Carle. All materials will be provided by the Friends of the Alum Rock Library.
This event takes place in the Community Room

Tue, Nov 10
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Rock Band for Teens
Join us for Rock Band and other video games. This event is open to teens ages 12 to 18.
This event takes place in the Teen Room

Tue, Nov 10
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Clase de Computación en Español / Computer Class in Spanish
Este curso básico de computación dura 4 semanas e incluye los siguientes temas:

• Uso del teclado y el ratón
• Uso del sitio de Web de la biblioteca
• Búsquedas en Internet
• Creación e uso de una cuenta de correo electrónico
• Uso básico de Microsoft Word (si el tiempo permite)

Fri, Nov 13
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Learn to Play the Recorder / Aprenda Cómo Tocar la Flauta Dulce
Would you like to learn to play an instrument and read music? The recorder is a fun introduction to the world of music. A bilingual English-Spanish teacher will host free classes every Friday. This week class will be held in the Family Learning Center classroom.

¿Le gustaría aprender cómo tocar un instrumento y leer música? La flauta dulce es una divertida introducción al mundo de música. Una maestra bilingũe dará clases gratuitas cada viernes.
This event takes place in the Family Learning Center

Sat, Nov 14
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

PapaHugs and Friends - Children's Concert
Join us for a very special concert by local children's musician David "PapaHugs" Sharpe. Families will have fun singing and dancing to lively, educational songs. Look for special appearances by the PapaHugs Playtime Characters, including Wonder The Kangaroo, Scary Bug, Robbie The Robot, Fitness the Frog, and Stinky Beetle.

After the concert, stop by the Friends of the Alum Rock Library Book Sale, taking place in the Community Room. You'll find great deals on used books!

Sat, Nov 14
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friends of the Dr. Roberto Cruz-Alum Rock Branch Book Sale
The Friends of the Dr. Roberto Cruz-Alum Rock Branch Library are having a huge sale! Support your library at this event - you'll find a wide selection of books as well as media. Revenues from the sale support a variety of programs that benefit the community.
This event takes place in the Community Room

Sat, Nov 14
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Reading Readiness
This fun family workshop will cover the pre-reading skills children should have before starting kindergarten. Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 are invited to join us for a morning of lively instruction, activities, and a drawing for educational toys and prizes. Please register at the Information Desk.
This event takes place in the Family Learning Center
Pre-registration required

Tue, Nov 17
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Clase de Computación en Español / Computer Class in Spanish
Este curso básico de computación dura 4 semanas e incluye los siguientes temas:

• Uso del teclado y el ratón
• Uso del sitio de Web de la biblioteca
• Búsquedas en Internet
• Creación e uso de una cuenta de correo electrónico
• Uso básico de Microsoft Word (si el tiempo permite)

Wed, Nov 18
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Foreclosure Intervention Class in Spanish
Esta clase sera dirijida por Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley, un organización no lucrativa patrocinada por el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo urbano. Participantes seran educados sobre que son los pasos necesarios que deben tomar cuando hacer el pago de la casa es difícil. En la clase se hablara de cómo evitar los engaños de la ejecución de las hipotecas, como hablar con su prestamista/banco, como juntar todos sus documentos necesarios, como hacer un presuspuesto mensual y como recibir ayuda de una de nuestras consejeras. Todos nuestro servicios son completamente gratis. Pedimos que todos los participantes asistan a las clase con una lista de sus gastos mensuales y una copia de su factura de pago mensual. Tambien se pide que hablen al (408) 279-2600 para registrase para la clase esto asegurara que tengamos suficiente materiales para todos.

This is a Foreclosure Intervention class taught by Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley, a non-profit HUD approved counseling agency. Participants will learn the steps they need to take when making a mortgage payment has become difficult. The class will talk about how to avoid foreclosure scams, how to talk to your lender, how to compile all necessary documents for your lender, how to budget and how to receive help from one of our counselors. All our services are completely free. We ask the participant please bring a list of their monthly expenses and a copy of their most recent mortgage payment. We also ask that they please register for the class by calling (408) 279-2600 to ensure that there are enough handouts.
This event takes place in the Community Room

Wed, Nov 18
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Reading Readiness en Español
Acompáñenos para un taller sobre las destrezas del pre-lector (destrezas que deben tener los niños antes de entrar al kindergarten). Les invitamos a los padres de familia e sus niños de 0-5 años a disfrutar de cuentos, instrucción, actividades y premios. Habrán juegos educacionales, premios y libros gratuitos.

This fun family workshop will cover the pre-reading skills children should have before starting kindergarten. Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 are invited to join us for a morning of lively instruction, activities, and a drawing. Win fabulous educational toys and prizes! Free books and resources!
This event takes place in the Children's Area

Sat, Nov 21
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

teensReach Advisory Board Meeting
teensReach is the youth council for the San José Public Library. It provides a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates. Some of the activities teensReach members have been involved in include: children's craft programs, creating new programs for teens and children, and representing San José Public Library at community events. Attend the next meeting to learn more, or get an application at the information desk.
This event takes place in the Teen Room

Tue, Nov 24
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Clase de Computación en Español / Computer Class in Spanish
Este curso básico de computación dura 4 semanas e incluye los siguientes temas:

• Uso del teclado y el ratón
• Uso del sitio de Web de la biblioteca
• Búsquedas en Internet
• Creación e uso de una cuenta de correo electrónico
• Uso básico de Microsoft Word (si el tiempo permite)

Tue, Dec 1
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Storytime and Puppets with Ms. Margaret
Join special guest, Ms. Margaret, on the first Tuesday of every month for a special storytime featuring puppets!
This event takes place in the Children's Area

Thu, Dec 3
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Join Child Advocates of Silicon Valley
Join Child Advocates of Silicon Valley to learn how to volunteer as a friend, mentor, and Advocate for a child who has been placed in foster care in Santa Clara County. Just a few hours a month can make a difference in the lives of these children. Feel free to RSVP to Sam Hamilton at (408)573-5665 or email her at sam@cadvocates.org.
This event takes place in the Community Room

Thu, Dec 10
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workers Compensation Information Session in Spanish
Se ha lesionado en el trabajo? Necesita saber sus derechos? Venga una presentacion gratuita sobre el programa de trabajadores.
This event takes place in the Community Room