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Find Your Joy at the Library
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week from April 19–25, 2026. Discover how the library can help you on your next adventure.
Spring Into Poetry
Spring into poetry with our annual poetry contest. Submit a ballad, sonnet, free verse, or another favorite style by April 30.
Seed Libraries
San José Public Library's Seed Libraries offer seeds to the public for free. Find them at your local branch.
April is the Month of the Young Child
Celebrate the importance of early childhood education and those who nurture them with stories, crafts, and resources.
Find Your Joy at the Library
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week from April 19–25, 2026. Discover how the library can help you on your next adventure.
Spring Into Poetry
Spring into poetry with our annual poetry contest. Submit a ballad, sonnet, free verse, or another favorite style by April 30.
Seed Libraries
San José Public Library's Seed Libraries offer seeds to the public for free. Find them at your local branch.
April is the Month of the Young Child
Celebrate the importance of early childhood education and those who nurture them with stories, crafts, and resources.
Become a Member
Unlock exclusive library privileges with a free library card. Choose your free library card design at any location and gain full access to even more.
New Events
Make memories with us.
Adult Craftivities
Apr 18th | 10:30am - 12:00pm
This month's project is painting pots for Earth Day.
Now is the Time for Homegrown Tomatoes
Apr 18th | 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join a Santa Clara County Master Gardener for a monthly talk on various topics.
Master Gardeners Talk: Container Gardening
Apr 18th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come join Master Gardener Laura Westley as she teaches you all about successfully growing plants in containers.
Giant Bubble Play Station Party
Apr 18th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Please join us for a fun and lively "Magic Bubbles and Balloons" program.
Adult Craftivities
Apr 18th | 10:30am - 12:00pm
This month's project is painting pots for Earth Day.
Now is the Time for Homegrown Tomatoes
Apr 18th | 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join a Santa Clara County Master Gardener for a monthly talk on various topics.
Master Gardeners Talk: Container Gardening
Apr 18th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come join Master Gardener Laura Westley as she teaches you all about successfully growing plants in containers.
Giant Bubble Play Station Party
Apr 18th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Please join us for a fun and lively "Magic Bubbles and Balloons" program.
New Titles
Find your next favorite read.
New Blogs & Lists
Let our experts inspire you.
Mental Health Month at SJPL
Striving for More Good Days Together this Mental Health Awareness Month at San Jose Public Library
Spring Cleaning and Clutter Control
Need a little help with your Spring Cleaning? Check out these selections from our nonfiction shelves!
ARTrepreneurs: Teenage Entrepreneurs!
ARTrepreneurs is designed to help bring teens dreams of being a small business owner to life.
Mental Health Month at SJPL
Striving for More Good Days Together this Mental Health Awareness Month at San Jose Public Library
Spring Cleaning and Clutter Control
Need a little help with your Spring Cleaning? Check out these selections from our nonfiction shelves!
ARTrepreneurs: Teenage Entrepreneurs!
ARTrepreneurs is designed to help bring teens dreams of being a small business owner to life.
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