Events and Programs at SJLibrary.org

Get That Job!

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fri, Jan 1 - Mon, Mar 1 All Library Open Hours; Pearl Avenue Branch Library

We want to help you get that dream job! Meet with a librarian to start a resume, practice interviewing skills, or search for jobs online. Make your one-hour appointment today by signing up at the reference desk or by calling (408) 808-3053.
Pre-registration required

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

Realizing the Dream: Photo Exhibit of the 44th Presidential Inauguration

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 28 All Library Open Hours; Cultural Heritage Center, 5th Floor; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

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.

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.

Black History Month Quiz

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 27 All Library Open Hours; Edenvale Branch Library

February is Black History Month. Find out how much you know about famous African Americans by entering Edenvale's Black History Month Quiz. Children and teens ages 7 to 18 can participate. Three winners will be chosen with each person receiving a gift certificate to Barnes and Noble. Sponsored by the Friends of the Edenvale Branch Library.

Pride and Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sat, Feb 6 - Fri, Mar 12 All Library Open Hours; Exhibition Area, 2nd Floor; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

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.

Almaden Job Hunter's Group

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM; Program Room; Almaden Branch Library

The Library is now hosting a new volunteer-led support group for people who are seeking employment. Everyone is welcome. One project that participants have undertaken is the creation of a binder with job searching resources and tips. This job resource binder is available for library use by anyone who is looking for that type of information.

Ayuda de Computadora para Buscar Trabajo / Computer Help for Job Hunting

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Biblioteca Latinoamericana Branch Library

Aprenda a Usar la Computadora para Encontrar Empleo: El personal y unos voluntarios ayudan individualmente o en grupos pequeños a hacer resumes, buscar trabajo, llenar solicitudes de trabajo o las formas para beneficios de desempleo, & crear cuentas de correo electrónico.

Learn Employment-Related Computer Skills: Staff and volunteers assist in an individual or small group setting with creating and updating resumes, job-search, online job applications, applications for unemployment & setting up email accounts.

Resume Review and Update

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM; Community Room; Rose Garden Branch Library

Bring your latest resume for review and update with B.J. King, Human Resources professional.
Pre-registration required

ABC English for Adults - Introductory Low Level

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 12 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM; FLC Classroom; Hillview Branch Library

Learn to count and write numbers. Learn to read and write the alphabet. Learn to ask and answer simple questions. This class is for introductory and low level students. FREE class!

Knit and Crochet Club

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Community Room; Pearl Avenue Branch Library

Have a knitting or crochet project? Join Pearl Avenue's new knit and crochet club, meeting every Tuesday. All ages are welcome, as are beginners. Enjoy some social time with fellow needle workers. Some yarn and supplies will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the Pearl Avenue Branch Library.

Make Your Own Monster Valentines

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Pearl Avenue Branch Library

Make your own Monster Valentines. Cute or creepy you decide. We will supply all the materials you will need for this unique celebration of v-day.

Teen Valentine's Day Craft

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM; Teen Room; Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch Library

Decorate a personalized candy box for yourself, or a special someone! All supplies provided.

Spotlight Korea

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM; Children's Room, First Floor; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Enjoy programs of geography, story-telling, music, dance, games and crafts, brought to you by visiting teachers from Korea. Every day will be different!

Realizing the Dream: Exhibit, Reception, and Q&A Session with Dr. Ruth P. Wilson

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM; 5th Floor, Cultural Heritage Center; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

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.

Wii for Teens

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 4:00 PM; Pearl Avenue Branch Library

Join us every week to play fun & active Wii games!

Anime Club

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM; Community Room; Vineland Branch Library

Teens, join us for our monthly Anime Club. Watch new and classic anime episodes, and discuss your favorite manga! The Anime Club meets the second Tuesday of the month.

Basic Computer Class

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM; Tully Community Branch Library

Learn basic computer skills: MS/Word, Internet, Email, etc.

Cambrian Branch teensReach Meeting

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM; Community Room; Cambrian Branch Library

Join a monthly meeting for teens interested in library and community volunteer activities. Bring your creativity to enhance the library's outreach to the community. All teens ages 13-18 are invited to attend. For more information contact the Cambrian Branch at (408) 808-3080.

Easy Reading Class for Adults

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 12 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM; FLC Classroom; Hillview Branch Library

This class is for adults to improve reading, pronunciation and comprehension. Students will read easy English stories and practice words and phrases. Free!

Ping Pong

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM; Hillview Branch Library

Ping Pong is a good exercise for your body. Come join us for this fun activity.

Clase de Computación no. 2 / Spanish Computer Class Week 2

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM; Tech Center - Centro tecnológico; Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch Library

Serie de 6 clases para aprender el uso de la computadora. Los maestros de la camera de comerció hispana le enseñaran el uso basico de la computadora y los programas: Microsoft Word, Excel, Correo electrónico. Se requiere de pre-inscripción, y los estudiantes deben comprometerse a asistir por 6 semanas.
Pre-registration required

Computacion en Español

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Tech Center; Tully Community Branch Library

Aprenda lo basico del Internet, MS Word, Correo Electronico. Esta serie de clases es gratis y abierta al publico.

Internet Básico

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Tech Center; Pearl Avenue Branch Library

Aprenda lo básico del Internet, MS Word, correo electrónico. Estas clases son gratis y abierta al público.

Internet Safety

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Community Room; Berryessa Branch Library

Do you know what your child is looking at online? Presenters from the SJPD, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force will talk about keeping your child safe online. This workshop is made possible by My Project Youth Connect, County of Santa Clara County Supervisor Dave Cortese, City of San Jose Councilmember Kansen Chu, and the San Jose Public Library.

Joyce Ellington Chess Class

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM; Joyce Ellington Branch Library

Join us every Tuesday for 30 minutes of instruction followed by games for one hour. Enter monthly tournaments for prizes.

Wii Hour for Teens

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Community Room; Cambrian Branch Library

All teens are welcome to join us for an hour of fun Wii games.

Advanced English Class

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 10 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; FLC Classroom; Hillview Branch Library

Students will actively participate in speaking, listening and writing in English. Students will exchange ideas and opinions to stimulate fluency and discuss cultural and social customs including current events. Free!

Knitting Night

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; Teen Room; Evergreen Branch Library

Learn how to knit, or bring a project to work on. We will learn from and inspire each other. Please bring your own yarn and needles for projects. Some yarn and needles will be available for practice only. For ages 10 and up.

Zumba! Dance Fitness to a Latin Beat

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; Community Room; Edenvale Branch Library

Whether you want to trim your waistline, express yourself or have fun, Zumba has something to offer you! Zumba is a type of dance fitness that incorporates Latin rhythm and is the craze all over the world. Please wear comfortable shoes, bring water and a towel, and be prepared to have a lot of fun as our great instructor Connie leads you through the steps. This program is for ages 7 through adult. Beginners welcome. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Edenvale Library.

Nosheen Ali: 'Droning about Pakistan: Past, Present and Future'

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 225/229 2nd Floor; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

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

AARP Income Tax Preparation for Seniors

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM; Community Room; Willow Glen Branch Library

Most people who work need to file a tax return. This program was created to help meet this need and to assist senior taxpayers prepare and file their income tax returns with the IRS, free of charge.
Pre-registration required

Basic Senior Computer Class

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tue, Feb 9 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM; Tully Community Branch Library

Learn basic computer skills, MS Office, Internet search and email.