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Events at Pearl Avenue Branch Library


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Date/Time Event

Tue, Jan 6
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Internet Basics
Learn how to use the Web in our monthly Internet Basics class. Each session will focus on a different skill needed for Web browsing with open lab practice sessions in between classes.

Pre-registration required


Thu, Jan 8
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Wii Fitness for Adults and Seniors
Join us for very gentle exercise via the Nintendo Wii. You can even try it sitting down! Get fit and have fun playing games like bowling, tennis, golf, and baseball. Bring a friend or neighbor!
This event takes place in the Community Room


Thu, Jan 8
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wii for Teens!
Join us for Wii gaming for teens every Thursday afternoon! Experience the Nintendo Wii on a projector screen in the library's community room.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Fri, Jan 9
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

teensReach Meeting
Teens, are you looking to volunteer in your neighborhood? Meet other teens, earn community service hours, make a difference in your community, and have fun doing it! Join teensReach on the first Fridays of each month. teensReach members are age 13-18. For more information, call the library.


Tue, Jan 13
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Zumba Dance Aerobic Class
Zumba is a type of dance fitness that incorporates Latin rhythm and is quickly becoming the craze all over the world. This is open to anyone age 7 & up. Please wear sneakers/comfortable shoes. There are several sessions being offered so check our calendar of events for the full list!


Thu, Jan 15
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Wii Fitness for Adults and Seniors
Join us for very gentle exercise via the Nintendo Wii. You can even try it sitting down! Get fit and have fun playing games like bowling, tennis, golf, and baseball. Bring a friend or neighbor!
This event takes place in the Community Room


Thu, Jan 15
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wii for Teens!
Join us for Wii gaming for teens every Thursday afternoon! Experience the Nintendo Wii on a projector screen in the library's community room.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Fri, Jan 16
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Get that Job! Workshop Series
Free series of workshops on Fridays January 16, 23, 30. You will learn how to build a resume, search for jobs online, and improve interviewing skills. You will learn from a librarian with experience as an instructor, researcher, job hunter and interviewer. Sign up at the customer service desk beginning in January. Class size is limited. You must provide a phone number and have a San Jose Public Library card to participate.
This event takes place in the Tech Center


Sat, Jan 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Magic Mike
Join us for a special performance as Magic Mike entertains us with his magic, juggling, comedy and more! This will be a great time for the whole family! The program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Tue, Jan 20
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Zumba Dance Aerobic Class
Zumba is a type of dance fitness that incorporates Latin rhythm and is quickly becoming the craze all over the world. This is open to anyone age 7 & up. Please wear sneakers/comfortable shoes. There are several sessions being offered so check our calendar of events for the full list!


Thu, Jan 22
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Wii Fitness for Adults and Seniors
Join us for very gentle exercise via the Nintendo Wii. You can even try it sitting down! Get fit and have fun playing games like bowling, tennis, golf, and baseball. Bring a friend or neighbor!
This event takes place in the Community Room


Thu, Jan 22
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wii for Teens!
Join us for Wii gaming for teens every Thursday afternoon! Experience the Nintendo Wii on a projector screen in the library's community room.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Fri, Jan 23
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Children's Monthly Craft
Join us for our monthly surprise craft for children in grades K-6. All materials are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Fri, Jan 23
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Get that Job! Workshop Series
Free series of workshops on Fridays January 16, 23, 30 You will learn how to build a resume, search for jobs online, and improve interviewing skills. You will learn from a librarian with experience as an instructor, researcher, job hunter and interviewer. Sign up at the customer service desk beginning in January. Class size is limited. You must provide a phone number and have a San Jose Public Library card to participate.
This event takes place in the Tech Center


Sat, Jan 24
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Ballet Afsaneh
Experience Persian culture and dance through Ballet Afsaneh, as well as dances of Central Asia and the East.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Mon, Jan 26
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Read & Win Jeopardy Game
Check out the book of the month from the library! After reading the book at home, come to the Pearl Avenue Library and play the Jeopardy game to win prizes. The book of the month for January 2009 is The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare. For children in grades 4-7.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Tue, Jan 27
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Zumba Dance Aerobic Class
Zumba is a type of dance fitness that incorporates Latin rhythm and is quickly becoming the craze all over the world. This is open to anyone age 7 & up. Please wear sneakers/comfortable shoes. There are several sessions being offered so check our calendar of events for the full list!


Wed, Jan 28
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Pearl Avenue Library Book Club
We will read Not a Genuine Black Man by Brian Copeland, for the Silicon Valley Reads events. Come and join us for a lively discussion.


Thu, Jan 29
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wii for Teens!
Join us for Wii gaming for teens every Thursday afternoon! Experience the Nintendo Wii on a projector screen in the library's community room.
This event takes place in the Community Room


Fri, Jan 30
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Get that Job! Workshop Series
Free series of workshops on Fridays January 16, 23, 30. You will learn how to build a resume, search for jobs online, and improve interviewing skills. You will learn from a librarian with experience as an instructor, researcher, job hunter and interviewer. Sign up at the customer service desk beginning in January. Class size is limited. You must provide a phone number and have a San Jose Public Library card to participate.
This event takes place in the Tech Center


Tue, Feb 3
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Internet Basics
Learn how to use the Web in our monthly Internet Basics class. Each session will focus on a different skill needed for Web browsing with open lab practice sessions in between classes.

Pre-registration required


Fri, Feb 6
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

teensReach Meeting
Teens, are you looking to volunteer in your neighborhood? Meet other teens, earn community service hours, make a difference in your community, and have fun doing it! Join teensReach on the first Fridays of each month. teensReach members are age 13-18. For more information, call the library.



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