Make It Memorable
Your traditions for the holiday season start here.
Featured Programs
Winter Reading
Winter Reading is back! Sign up, read, and earn giveaways and a chance at the grand prizes. December 2 – January 5.
A Magical Moment with Santa
Meet Santa in person, savor a heartwarming story, and bring your cameras for a special photo with the jolly guy in red.
Fratello Marionettes: North Pole Review
Join us for a fun winter themed puppet show!
Winter Reading
Winter Reading is back! Sign up, read, and earn giveaways and a chance at the grand prizes. December 2 – January 5.
A Magical Moment with Santa
Meet Santa in person, savor a heartwarming story, and bring your cameras for a special photo with the jolly guy in red.
Fratello Marionettes: North Pole Review
Join us for a fun winter themed puppet show!
More Winter Holiday Events
Lions, Tigers, and Books! Oh My!
Unlock exclusive library privileges with a free library card.
Sign up now for immediate access to online treasures and select your favorite card design at any San José Public Library location for full benefits.
Festive Finds
Indulge in our latest holiday titles, brimming with good cheer.
More, More, More Great Deals!!!
Your library card is your ticket to the greatest deals on earth. Get 100% savings on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday.
Adventure Awaits
Embrace the great outdoors this winter. Check out a parks pass or exploration pack and enjoy FREE entry to many county and state parks.
Outdoor Exploration Packs
Request a pack today! You'll get 1 California State Library Parks Pass, 1 pair of binoculars, 1 flashlight, field guides, and more!
California State Parks Passes
Learn about the how you can visit CA state parks for free with your library card.
Visit Santa Clara County Parks for FREE
Everyone belongs at parks! Learn how you can access Santa Clara County Parks Pass for free.
Winter Holiday Blogs
Cozy up with warm reads for the winter season.
The Generosity of Your Time: Become a Volunteer Today!
Bring happiness to the lives of others without spending a dime. Sign up to volunteer and begin making a positive impact today!
The Christmas Book Flood
Bring the Icelandic Book Flood tradition into your home with some Christmas-themed Cozy selections from San Jose Public Library!
Chosen Families
Just as holiday traditions can vary from person to person, family make-ups vary, too. Bring in the chosen family!
Reading For the Future
The Winter Reading program is a chance to read up on titles about AI and intelligent, human-like robots, and win cool prizes!
The Generosity of Your Time: Become a Volunteer Today!
Bring happiness to the lives of others without spending a dime. Sign up to volunteer and begin making a positive impact today!
The Christmas Book Flood
Bring the Icelandic Book Flood tradition into your home with some Christmas-themed Cozy selections from San Jose Public Library!
Chosen Families
Just as holiday traditions can vary from person to person, family make-ups vary, too. Bring in the chosen family!
Reading For the Future
The Winter Reading program is a chance to read up on titles about AI and intelligent, human-like robots, and win cool prizes!
