Events and Programs at SJLibrary.org

Multiwavelength Images of the Milky Way

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fri, Jan 1 - Thu, Dec 30 All Library Open Hours; Fourth Street Lobby; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

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.

One-on-One Computer Assistance

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fri, Jan 1 - Fri, Jun 18 All Library Open Hours; Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch Library

Make a one-hour appointment to learn basic computer skills such as handling the mouse, internet-searching, and setting up e-mails. Please call (408) 808-3090 to set up an appointment.
Pre-registration required

Road Trip: The Birth of California Car Culture

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, May 16 All Library Open Hours; 5th Floor Special Collections; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

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.

Women's History Quiz

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 31 All Library Open Hours; Joyce Ellington Branch Library

Celebrate Women's History Month! Pick up the Women's History Quiz at the information desk, and return it anytime during March. Prizes include bookmarks, books, and a $25 Target gift certificate! This program is open to everyone age 12 and older.

Green & Healthy Living Classes

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sun, Mar 21 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM; Community Room; Willow Glen Branch Library

Join Our City Forest to learn about making eco-friendly choices at home, work and play! Save money on your utility bills, spend less at the pump, eliminate household toxic chemicals, eat sustainable food and learn about earth-friendly landscaping! To register please contact Meghan Mooney @ 408-998-7337 x 123, or greenandhealthy@ourcityforest.org.
Pre-registration required

Norouz: Persian New Year Celebration

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sun, Mar 21 4:00 PM; Rooms 225/229, 2nd Floor; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Celebrate Norouz, the Persian New Year, by viewing dances by Farima Berenji and her students.