SJLibrary.org, a collaboration of San Jose State University and San Jose Public Library system.

Fri, Jan 1 - Thu, Dec 30
All Library Open Hours

Multiwavelength Images of the Milky Way
Learn about the varying ways that NASA's Great Observatories explore the night sky with their specialized telescopes. View an amazing, full-color composite image of a sector of the Milky Way. Continue your voyage of astronomical discovery through use of the library's collections and information resources. For information, call (408) 808-2397.
This event takes place in the Fourth Street Lobby - Call (408) 2397 for more information

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 28
All Library Open Hours

Realizing the Dream: Photo Exhibit of the 44th Presidential Inauguration
A photographic exhibit by Dr. Ruth P. Wilson, Chair of the African American Studies, SJSU. This special exhibit chronicles the inauguration of Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States.
This event takes place in the Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 808-2645 for more information

Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, May 16
All Library Open Hours

Road Trip: The Birth of California Car Culture
Road Trip: The Birth of California Car Culture is based on three extraordinary photograph albums created by members of the Polhemus family between the years of 1906 and 1909, as they traveled in their new-fangled automobiles from their home base in San José to many local and regional destinations. Presented by History San Jose and the Sourisseau Academy for State and Local History.
This event takes place in the 5th Floor Special Collections - Call (408) 808-2064 for more information

Sat, Feb 6 - Fri, Mar 12
All Library Open Hours

Pride and Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience
Learn about the remarkable history of baseball's Negro leagues and the challenges and success of African-American baseball players. This richly illustrated exhibit will be a key feature of "Black History Month" at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library in February 2010. The Library - in collaboration with community partners - will present related programs and activities during the course of the five-week exhibit. An opening day reception will be held 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in Rms. 225/229, 2nd Floor. Admission is FREE.

Pride and Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience, a traveling exhibition for libraries, was organized by the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Cooperstown, New York, and the American Library Association Public Programs Office, Chicago. The traveling exhibition has been made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: great ideas brought to life.
This event takes place in the Exhibition Area, 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Tue, Feb 9
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Spotlight Korea
Enjoy programs of geography, story-telling, music, dance, games and crafts, brought to you by visiting teachers from Korea. Every day will be different!
This event takes place in the Children’s Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Tue, Feb 9
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Realizing the Dream: Exhibit, Reception, and Q&A Session with Dr. Ruth P. Wilson
A photographic exhibit by Dr. Ruth P. Wilson, Chair of the African American Studies, SJSU. This special exhibit chronicles the inauguration of Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States.
This event takes place in the 5th Floor, Cultural Heritage Center - Call (408) 808-2097 for more information

Tue, Feb 9
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Nosheen Ali: 'Droning about Pakistan: Past, Present and Future'
The event will discuss recent unmanned plane, "droning" in Pakistan and the US War on Terror's history, future and present and the affects on the lives of civilians. For additional Information contact: Eleanor Lovinfosse at (408) 215-8117. Seating is limited
This event takes place in the 225/229 2nd Floor - Call (408) 215-8117 for more information

Wed, Feb 10
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Spotlight Korea
Enjoy programs of geography, story-telling, music, dance, games and crafts, brought to you by visiting teachers from Korea. Every day will be different!
This event takes place in the Children’s Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Wed, Feb 10
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Panel Discussion: Life in the Negro Leagues
Two former Negro League players, Rev. Ulysses Young and George Green, will have a panel discussion on life in the Negro Leagues. Both Young and Green played for the Indianapolis Clowns, as well as on African-American teams in California.

This event is related to the "Pride & Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience" exhibit. The traveling exhibition has been made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: great ideas brought to life.
This event takes place in the Room 225/229, 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Thu, Feb 11
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181.
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Feb 11
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Spotlight Korea
Enjoy programs of geography, story-telling, music, dance, games and crafts, brought to you by visiting teachers from Korea. Every day will be different!
This event takes place in the Children’s Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Fri, Feb 12
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Spotlight Korea
Enjoy programs of geography, story-telling, music, dance, games and crafts, brought to you by visiting teachers from Korea. Every day will be different!
This event takes place in the Children’s Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Fri, Feb 12
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Evening Tribute to Dr. King
Join us for an evening of music, dance, and excerpts from Dr. King's speeches. Free Admission A reception follows.
This event takes place at University Theater (Located in Hugh Gillis Hall), Corner of 5th and San Fernando, next to the King Library

Sat, Feb 13
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

David Mas Masumoto - Author Visit
As spokesperson for organic farming, David Mas Masumoto weaves together stories of family and farming, life and death to reveal age-old wisdom that is fast disappearing and urgently needed in his latest book, Wisdom of the Last Farmer. He is the award-winning author of Epitaph for a Peach. Book-signing follows the presentation. Part of the Silicon Valley Reads 2010 series. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Rooms 225/229, 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Sat, Feb 13
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax assistance for low income, disabled, elderly, or limited English-speaking persons will be offered for the 2009 tax year by VITA volunteers. Sessions begin Saturday, February 6 and end Saturday, April 10. No session is available on Saturday, March 27. The income level for VITA services is set at $49,000. No appointment is necessary. Customers will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-in sheets will be available in front of Room 322 on the day of the program. Call 1-800-906-9887 or 1-800-829-1040 for questions. Hosted by General Collections. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Room 322-324, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Sat, Feb 13
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Hindi-English Bilingual Story Time
Hindi and English bilingual story time for children with stories, songs and rhymes captures the best of both worlds, teaching children the importance of languages and cultures.
This event takes place in the Children's Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Wed, Feb 17
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film & Discussion with Dr. Steven Millner: The Jackie Robinson Story
Following the film The Jackie Robinson Story a discussion will be given by Dr. Steven Millner focusing on the significance of Jackie Robinson's social consciousness before and after his years spent as a Dodger and examining the evidence that Jackie Robinson never "dodged" the critical issues that emerged during the days of his life.

This event is related to the "Pride & Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience" exhibit. The traveling exhibition has been made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: great ideas brought to life.
This event takes place in the Room 225/229, 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Thu, Feb 18
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181.
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Feb 18
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film Screening: At the River I Stand
Memphis, Spring 1968, marked the dramatic climax of the Civil Rights movement. At the River I Stand skillfully reconstructs the two eventful months that transformed a local labor dispute into a national conflagration. It disentangles the complex historical forces that came together with the inevitability of tragedy in the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Following the viewing of the film, there will be a discussion about how it applies to the community in general and the African American community. Seating is limited. For more information please call Mary Lewis at (408) 924-6322.
This event takes place in the Room525, Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 924-6322 for more information

Fri, Feb 19
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

teensReach Meeting
Earn community hours for your participation! Let us know about your ideas for the library! Build leadership skills and become a library advocate! Enjoy some snacks, meet people and try new things! Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Teen Center, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Sat, Feb 20
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax assistance for low income, disabled, elderly, or limited English-speaking persons will be offered for the 2009 tax year by VITA volunteers. Sessions begin Saturday, February 6 and end Saturday, April 10. No session is available on Saturday, March 27. The income level for VITA services is set at $49,000. No appointment is necessary. Customers will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-in sheets will be available in front of Room 322 on the day of the program. Call 1-800-906-9887 or 1-800-829-1040 for questions. Hosted by General Collections. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Room 322-324, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Mon, Feb 22
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Academic Search Premier/JSTOR
Got a Paper Due? Learn to Research For more information contact: Crystal.Goldman@sjsu.edu or Valeria.molteni@sjsu.edu or call (408) 808-2015 or (408) 808-2023.
This event takes place in the Room 125,1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2015 for more information

Mon, Feb 22
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Social Workers in the Library
Social Workers in the Library is offered every fourth Monday night. You may take advantage of a free one-to-one 20-minute consultation with a member of the National Association of Social Workers, California Chapter. This is not a client/social worker session; it is information and referral only. Obtain basic information on topics such as:

• Education
• Emergency Services - food, clothing, housing and crisis support
• Employment
• Family Matters - parenting, childcare, elder issues and domestic violence
• Health Improvement - mental, physical and health insurance
• Immigration
• Support Groups - men, women and teens

Wed, Feb 24
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

University Scholar Series, Dr. Elizabeth Weiss
Dr. Elizabeth Weiss is a professor of physical anthropology. Her first book, Reburying the Past: the Effects of Repatriation and Reburial on Scientific Inquiry (2008), examines the study of human remains and how they have been obtained, the ethical dilemmas surrounding working with human remains, and the legal and political complexities of repatriation and reburial. Her second book, Bioarchaeological Science: What We Have Learned from Human Skeletal Remains (2009), covers the study of human skeletal remains from archaeological sites to aid in reconstructing the biology and culture of past populations. Bioarchaeological Sciences is intended for a college student audience to help students understand current research published in the top peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Weiss's expertise involves reconstructing activity patterns of past populations through the study of cross-sectional bone strength, musculoskeletal stress markers, stress fractures, and osteoarthritis. This Series is sponsored by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, Office of the Provost, and Spartan Bookstore. Join the "SJSU University Scholar Series" Facebook group page! This event is wheelchair accessible. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, call the Provost Office at (408) 924-2400 or the Library at (408) 808-2193.
This event takes place in the Schiro Room, 5th Floor - Call (408) 808-2193 for more information

Wed, Feb 24
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Partners in Reading New Learner Orientation
Come to an information session to find out how to improve your reading. Partners in Reading helps adults who read or write below the high school level with FREE reading and writing help. Call (408) 808-2361 to find out more.

Pre-registration required

Wed, Feb 24
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Panel Discussion: Japanese-American League in Baseball
A panel discussion featuring Kerry Yo Nakagawa, director of the Nisei Baseball Research Project; former Japanese league player Chitoshi Akizuki and Ralph Pearce, author of From Asahi to Zebras : Japanese American baseball in San Jose, California. The panel will discuss California's Japanese baseball leagues, how it parallels to the Negro Leagues and efforts being made for it to receive permanent recognition by the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

This event is related to the "Pride & Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience" exhibit. The traveling exhibition has been made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: great ideas brought to life.
This event takes place in the Room 225/229, 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Thu, Feb 25
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

The Center for Literary Arts presents Poet Marilyn Chin
Award Winning poet Marilyn Chin will be interviewed by SJSU's Dr. Samuel Maio. Chin is the author of four collections of poetry including Dwarf Bamboo, Rhapsody in Plain Yellow. and Revenge of the Mooncake Vixen.

For additional information contact Britt Melewski or Andrew Altschul (408) 924-4489. Space is limited.
This event takes place in the 225/229 2nd Floor - Call (408) 924-4489 for more information

Thu, Feb 25
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181.
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Feb 25
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film Screening: The Road to Brown
The Road to Brown reveals that the Brown v. Board of Education ruling was just the culmination of a protracted, brilliant legal assault of segregation that launched the Civil Rights movement. It is also a moving and long overdue tribute to a visionary but little known black lawyer, Charles Hamilton Houston, "the man who killed Jim Crow". Following the viewing of the film, there will be a discussion about how it applies to the community in general and the African American community. Seating is limited. For more information please call Mary Lewis at (408) 924-6322.
This event takes place in the Room 525, Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 924-6322 for more information

Thu, Feb 25
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Center for Literary Arts presents Poet Marilyn Chin
Award Winning poet Marilyn Chin will deliver a reading. Chin is the author of four collections of poetry including Dwarf Bamboo, Rhapsody in Plain Yellow. and Revenge of the Mooncake Vixen.

For additional information contact Britt Melewski or Andrew Altschul (408) 924-4489. Space is limited.
This event takes place in the 225/229 2nd Floor - Call (408) 924-4489 for more information

Sat, Feb 27
1:00 PM

Firebird Youth Chinese Orchestra
Firebird Youth Chinese Orchestra (FYCO) is a unique educational and artistic organization that trains young musicians to play traditional instruments and offers rich Chinese orchestral music. All are invited to come to the library to listen to beautiful, traditional Chinese music.
This event takes place in the Children’s Room, 1st Floor - Call 408) 808-2183 for more information

Sat, Feb 27
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax assistance for low income, disabled, elderly, or limited English-speaking persons will be offered for the 2009 tax year by VITA volunteers. Sessions begin Saturday, Feb 6 and end Saturday, April 10. No session is available on Saturday, March 27. The income level for VITA services is set at $49,000. No appointment is necessary. Customers will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-in sheets will be available in front of Room 322 on the day of the program. Call 1-800-906-9887 or 1-800-829-1040 for questions. Hosted by General Collections. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Room 322-324, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Sat, Feb 27
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friends of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library Book Sale
Shop for great deals on used books and support the library! Hardcover books are $1.00 each; softcover books are $ .50. Revenues from the sale are donated to the King Library for a variety of programs that benefit our community. Parking is available in the 4th Street Garage. For more information on the sale or to volunteer, please contact our bookstore at (408) 808-2681.
This event takes place in the Library Bookstore patio area, SJSU entrance. - Call (408) 808-2681 for more information

Sat, Feb 27
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Selling on eBay the Right Way!
Increase your revenue when selling on eBay. Learn to:

• do research and create listings that will attract buyers
• set pricing that will maximize your profits
• open and use a PayPal account
• monitor sales
• avoid costly mistakes that new eBay buyers may make

Sun, Feb 28
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Friends of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library Book Sale
Shop for great deals on used books and support the library - all the books you can fit into a shopping bag for $5.00! Bags will be provided by the Friends group at the sale. Revenues from the sale are donated to the King Library for a variety of programs that benefit our community. Parking is available in the 4th Street Garage. For more information on the sale or to volunteer, please contact our Bookstore at (408) 808-2681.
This event takes place in the Library Bookstore patio area, SJSU entrance. - Call (408) 808-2681 for more information

Tue, Mar 2
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Music of the Violin and Viola with Leelane Hines
Explore the beautiful music of the violin and the viola with musician Leelane Hines.
This event takes place in the Children’s Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Wed, Mar 3
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CINAHL
Got a Paper Due? Learn to Research For more information contact: Crystal.Goldman@sjsu.edu or Valeria.molteni@sjsu.edu or call (408) 808-2015 or (408) 808-2023.
This event takes place in the Room 125,1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2015 for more information

Wed, Mar 3
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Free Partners in Reading Volunteer Tutor Orientation and Training
Imagine that you could not read a bus schedule or interpret the directions on a medicine bottle. Please consider becoming a volunteer tutor for the adult literacy program, Partners in Reading at the San José Public Library. The experience is rewarding and exciting. You will be working with an English-speaking adult who is 18 years or older. One-on-one tutoring will take place within branches of the San José Public Library and other public sites in San José. Small group tutoring is also available.

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent reading and writing skills
• Attend 14 hours of tutor training
• Patience
• Flexibility
• Cultural sensitivity
• Sense of humor
• Three hours tutoring per week for a minimum of six months (twice a week is best)
• Enthusiasm!

Wed, Mar 3
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Secrets of the Negro Baseball League
Dennis Biddle, author of Secrets of the Negro Baseball League shares a compelling story about the struggles and determination that black baseball players experienced when deprived of their enthusiasm to play baseball. Mr. Biddle is also current president of the Yesterday's Negro League Baseball Foundation. Q&A and booksigning conclude this event, which is part of the "Pride and Passion" program series.
This event takes place in the Room 225/229, 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Wed, Mar 3
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

First Wednesday: Early California Through the Eyes of Women
Lecture: Early California through the Eyes of Women by Rose Marie Bebe and Robert M. Senkewicz of Santa Clara University. For more information contact Danelle Moon at (408) 808-2011
This event takes place in the Room 550, 5th Floor - Call (408) 808-2061 for more information

Thu, Mar 4
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181.
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Mar 4
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film Screening: February One
In one remarkable day, four college freshmen changed the course of American history. February One tells the inspiring story of the 1960 Greensboro lunch counter sit-ins that revitalized the Civil Rights Movement. This moving film shows how a small group of determined individuals can generate a mass movement and focus a nation's attention on injustice. Following the viewing of the film, there will be a discussion about how it applies to the community in general and the African American community. Seating is limited. For more information please call Mary Lewis at (408) 924-6322.
This event takes place in the Room 525, Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 924-6322 for more information

Sat, Mar 6
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax assistance for low income, disabled, elderly, or limited English-speaking persons will be offered for the 2009 tax year by VITA volunteers. Sessions begin Saturday, February 6 and end Saturday, April 10. No session is available on Saturday, March 27. The income level for VITA services is set at $49,000. No appointment is necessary. Customers will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-in sheets will be available in front of Room 322 on the day of the program. Call 1-800-906-9887 or 1-800-829-1040 for questions. Hosted by General Collections. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Room 322-324, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Tue, Mar 9
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Center for Literary Arts presents a reading by Daniel Alarcon
Bay Area writer Daniel Alarcon will deliver a reading. Alarcon is the James D. Houston Memorial Lecturer, author of the story collection War by Candlelight, finalist for the 2006 PEN/Hemingway Foundation Award, and the novel Lost City Radio.

For more information please contact: Britt Melewski or Andrew Altschul at (408) 924-4489. Seating is limited
This event takes place in the 225/229 2nd Floor - Call (408) 924-4489 for more information

Thu, Mar 11
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Mar 11
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Academic Search Premier/JSTOR
Got a Paper Due? Learn to Research For more information contact: Crystal.Goldman@sjsu.edu or Valeria.molteni@sjsu.edu or call (408) 808-2015 or (408) 808-2023.
This event takes place in the Room 125,1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2015 for more information

Thu, Mar 11
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film Screening: Race: The Power of An Illusion - Part 1
A provocative three-hour series that questions the very idea of race as biology. Scientists tell us that believing in biological races is no more sound than believing the sun revolves around the earth. So if race is a biological myth, where did the idea come from? and why should it matter today? RACE - The Power of an Illusion provides an eye-opening discussion tool to help people examine their beliefs and race, privilege, policy and justice. Following the viewing of the film, there will be a discussion about how it applies to the community in general and the African American community. Seating is limited. For more information please call Mary Lewis at (408) 924-6322.
This event takes place in the Room 525, Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 924-6322 for more information

Sat, Mar 13
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax assistance for low income, disabled, elderly, or limited English-speaking persons will be offered for the 2009 tax year by VITA volunteers. Sessions begin Saturday, February 6 and end Saturday, April 10. No session is available on Saturday, March 27. The income level for VITA services is set at $49,000. No appointment is necessary. Customers will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-in sheets will be available in front of Room 322 on the day of the program. Call 1-800-906-9887 or 1-800-829-1040 for questions. Hosted by General Collections. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Room 322-324, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Sat, Mar 13
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

FREE Computer Time for Job Searching!
Free computer lab time for internet job searching!

• Use CalJobs
• Search Job Boards
• Search Jobs by Company
• Fill Out Online Applications
• Research a Company
• Create & Post Resumes

Sat, Mar 13
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Hindi-English Bilingual Story Time
Hindi and English bilingual story time for children with stories, songs and rhymes captures the best of both worlds, teaching children the importance of languages and cultures.
This event takes place in the Children's Room, First Floor - Call (408) 808-2183 for more information

Tue, Mar 16
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

CINAHL
Got a Paper Due? Learn to Research For more information contact: Crystal.Goldman@sjsu.edu or Valeria.molteni@sjsu.edu or call (408) 808-2015 or (408) 808-2023.
This event takes place in the Room 125,1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2015 for more information

Thu, Mar 18
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181.
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Mar 18
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film Screening: Race: The Power of An Illusion - Part 2
A provocative three-hour series that questions the very idea of race as biology. Scientists tell us that believing in biological races is no more sound than believing the sun revolves around the earth. So if race is a biological myth, where did the idea come from? and why should it matter today? RACE - The Power of an Illusion provides an eye-opening discussion tool to help people examine their beliefs and race, privilege, policy and justice. Following the viewing of the film, there will be a discussion about how it applies to the community in general and the African American community. Seating is limited. For more information please call Mary Lewis at (408) 924-6322.
This event takes place in the Room 525, Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 924-6322 for more information

Fri, Mar 19
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

teensReach Meeting
Earn community hours for your participation! Let us know about your ideas for the library! Build leadership skills and become a library advocate! Enjoy some snacks, meet people and try new things! Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Teen Center, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Sat, Mar 20
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax assistance for low income, disabled, elderly, or limited English-speaking persons will be offered for the 2009 tax year by VITA volunteers. Sessions begin Saturday, February 6 and end Saturday, April 10. No session is available on Saturday, March 27. The income level for VITA services is set at $49,000. No appointment is necessary. Customers will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-in sheets will be available in front of Room 322 on the day of the program. Call 1-800-906-9887 or 1-800-829-1040 for questions. Hosted by General Collections. Co-sponsored by Friends of King Library.
This event takes place in the Room 322-324, 3rd Floor - Call (408) 808-2397 for more information

Mon, Mar 22
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Business Source Complete
Got a Paper Due? Learn to Research For more information contact: Crystal.Goldman@sjsu.edu or Valeria.molteni@sjsu.edu or call (408) 808-2015 or (408) 808-2023.
This event takes place in the Room 125,1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2015 for more information

Mon, Mar 22
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Social Workers in the Library
Social Workers in the Library is offered every fourth Monday night. You may take advantage of a free one-to-one 20-minute consultation with a member of the National Association of Social Workers, California Chapter. This is not a client/social worker session; it is information and referral only. Obtain basic information on topics such as:

• Education
• Emergency Services - food, clothing, housing and crisis support
• Employment
• Family Matters - parenting, childcare, elder issues and domestic violence
• Health Improvement - mental, physical and health insurance
• Immigration
• Support Groups - men, women and teens

Wed, Mar 24
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

University Scholar Series, Dr. Stephen J. Morewitz
Threats of violence-and especially of homicide-are a too-familiar part of modern life, paralleling stressful conditions at home, on the job, on campus, and in relationships. Death Threats and Violence analyzes the meaning and impact of homicidal threats, the means by which they are communicated, and their development from infrequent private occurrence to ongoing social problem. Death Threats and Violence is an up-to-the-minute work of particular interest to general and forensic psychologists, sociologists, clinical social workers, and those studying the current social climate in which such threats are prevalent. The author, Dr. Stephen J. Morewitz, is a professor in the Sociology Department at San Jose State University.

This Series is sponsored by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, Office of the Provost, and Spartan Bookstore. Join the "SJSU University Scholar Series" Facebook group page! This event is wheelchair accessible. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, call the Provost Office at (408) 924-2400 or the Library at (408) 808-2193.
This event takes place in the 225/229 2nd Floor - Call (408) 808-2193 for more information

Thu, Mar 25
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Tours of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Where in one place can you see a revolving secret door, a low-rider table complete with hydraulic lifts, or a set of tables shaped like the seven continents? These and more comprise 34 public art installations placed throughout the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The artworks are designed to provoke your interest and curiosity, encouraging exploration and circulation throughout the library.

Drop-in tours covering the building's design, collections and art are available Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.; first come, first served. Sign up at the Welcome Desk at the center of the ground floor. For more information, call (408) 808-2181.
This event takes place in the Welcome Desk, 1st Floor - Call (408) 808-2181 for more information

Thu, Mar 25
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Film Screening: Race: The Power of An Illusion - Part 3
A provocative three-hour series that questions the very idea of race as biology. Scientists tell us that believing in biological races is no more sound than believing the sun revolves around the earth. So if race is a biological myth, where did the idea come from? and why should it matter today? RACE - The Power of an Illusion provides an eye-opening discussion tool to help people examine their beliefs and race, privilege, policy and justice. Following the viewing of the film, there will be a discussion about how it applies to the community in general and the African American community. Seating is limited. For more information please call Mary Lewis at (408) 924-6322.
This event takes place in the Room 525, Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor - Call (408) 924-6322 for more information