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AcademicSUCCESS EXCELLENCE IN SCHOOL BEGINS AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY p.3

KING LIBRARY’S 15TH ANNIVERSARYCelebrate and explore with an art and history tour. p.2

GET YOUR CODE ON!Join 1,000s of others who have learned to code. p.5

FALL IN LOVE WITH THE LIBRARYTake advantage of 100s of free events, workshops & more. p.8

ALL THINGS PRINT, ALL THINGS DIGITALGet ready for upcoming new & popular title releases. p.14

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King Library Art & History TourDiscover the hidden treasures of the library. Free drop-in tours are offered every Thursday at 11 a.m. Groups of 10+ should register in advance by visiting:

sjpl.org/Tours

King Library’s 15th Anniversary Since its grand opening in 2003, the King Library has welcomed over 38 million visits. The library, which spans 475,000 square feet over 9 floors and stands at 138 feet tall, is one of the largest libraries in the United States. There have been 300 volunteers every year, volunteering a total of 7,700 hours of service. Thank you for an amazing 15 years!

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LIBRARY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

King Library Art &History Tour GuideGuide community members to the hidden gems of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library.

Homework Club VolunteerWork with a team of volunteers to help school-aged children with their homework in a range of subjects.

Adult Literacy TutorsBecome a tutor for Partners in Reading (PAR) and teach adults with low literacy skills in one-on-one, or small group settings.

For more opportunities, visit: sjpl.org/Volunteer

TEENSREACH

Earn community service hours and make your library a better place. For teens ages 13-18.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Join our exciting, award-winning, and innovative library system.

sjpl.org/Jobs

BECOME A MEMBER

Enjoy exclusive benefits and get free access to print & digital collections, resources, events, and more!

sjpl.org/Membership

SAN JOSÉ PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATIONS

LOCATIONS ADDRESS PHONE VTA BUS ROUTESAlmaden 6445 Camden Ave. (408) 808-3040 13, 63Alviso 5050 N. First St. (408) 263-3626 58Bascom 1000 S. Bascom Ave. (408) 808-3077 25, 61, 62Berryessa 3355 Noble Ave. (408) 808-3050 45, 71Biblioteca Latinoamericana 921 S. First St. (408) 294-1237 66, 68, 82Calabazas 1230 S. Blaney Ave. (408) 808-3066 25, 26, 53Cambrian 1780 Hillsdale Ave. (408) 808-3080 37Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library 150 E. San Fernando St. (408) 808-2000 22, 63, 64, 65, 72, 73, 81, 82Dr. Roberto Cruz-Alum Rock 3090 Alum Rock Ave. (408) 808-3090 22, 45, 71East San José Carnegie 1102 E. Santa Clara St. (408) 808-3075 22, 23, 72, 522Edenvale 101 Branham Lane East (408) 808-3036 42, 68, 72Educational Park 1772 Educational Park Dr. (408) 808-3073 64, 70Evergreen 2635 Aborn Rd. (408) 808-3060 31, 180Hillview 1600 Hopkins Dr. (408) 808-3033 25, 70Joyce Ellington 491 E. Empire St. (408) 808-3043 65Pearl Avenue 4270 Pearl Ave. (408) 808-3053 70Rose Garden 1580 Naglee Ave. (408) 808-3070 61, 62, 81Santa Teresa 290 International Cir. (408) 808-3068 27, 66, 68Seven Trees 3590 Cas Dr. (408) 808-3056 66, 73Tully Community 880 Tully Rd. (408) 808-3030 26, 72, 73Village Square 4001 Evergreen Village Sq. (408) 808-3093 39Vineland 1450 Blossom Hill Rd. (408) 808-3000 27, 65West Valley 1243 San Tomas Aquino Rd. (408) 244-4747 57, 58Willow Glen 1157 Minnesota Ave. (408) 808-3045 64, 82

HOURS OF OPERATION

Dr. Martin LutherKing, Jr. LibraryMON-THU 8 a.m.–8 p.m.FRI 8 a.m.–6 p.m.SAT 9 a.m.–6 p.m.SUN 1–5 p.m.

Library BranchesMON 1–7 p.m.TUE - THU 10 a.m.–7 p.m.FRI 12–6 p.m.SAT 10 a.m.–6 p.m.SUN closed

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HOLIDAY CLOSURES

9/3 Labor Day10/8 Columbus Day

(King Library Open)11/11 Veteran’s Day11/21 Libraries close at 6 p.m.11/22 & 11/23 Thanksgiving

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AcademicSUCCESSExcellence in school begins at your SJ Library!

Get in full gear with our FREE back to school resources. Take advantage of ongoing educational programs, online services, and visit your local library to access:

FREE WIFI

COMPUTERS& PRINTERS

STUDY ROOMS

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ACADEMIC BOOKS

HOMEWORKCLUBS (K–8)

24/7 ACCESSTO eRESOURCES

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For TeachersWe’re here to support you and your students. Bring your students for tours and introductions to Library resources. Gain FREE access to lesson plans, teaching strategies, common core connections, STEAM projects, and more.

sjpl.org/Teachers

For Parents/GuardiansDiscover FREE resources and information to help you prepare your children for school, support their unique learning abilities, keep them safe online, and boost your child’s academic success and achievement.

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Education &Digital Literacy:

Increasing ACCESS

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Opportunities

3D Printing on the Maker[Space]Ship

LEGO® Robotics Camp at Edenvale Branch

We at San José Public Library have always seen ourselves as educators and connectors, ensuring our community has access to the resources they need to be successful in school, career, and beyond.

Our staff and leadership teams have worked hard to continually improve how we deliver programs, events and information to meet our goal of empowering San José residents to be fully engaged learners with equitable access to resources and connections.

In May 2018, the Mayor and City Council approved the City’s first-ever Educational and Digital Literacy Strategy! This strategy will ensure that we are focused and accountable in our mission to serve you, our San José community, by making sure that every member of the community has access to a vast array of ideas and information.

We are all lifelong learners, and SJPL is excitedto share our pathway of learning with you!

Through this strategy, we will focus our efforts on:• An Education Policy for the City of San José,

ensuring we as City leaders are held accountablefor our efforts

• Quality STEAM based programs for youth throughour branches and Maker[Space]Ship

• Early Education support for families withour youngest learners

• Improved programming for students after schooland during summer, which helps them continue thelearning that happened during the school year

• College and career readiness for the next generationof Silicon Valley’s workers and innovators

• And, digital literacy for all ages, so that San Joséresidents can feel connected and empowered inour ever more digital world.

As we implement quality improvements to our programs, you may notice a few changes in program presentation, or how we go about our work. Please continue to give us feedback on what works (or doesn’t). We’re working to ensure that we’re doing the best we can to help students succeed.

Jill BourneCity Librarian, San José Public Library

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Access a variety of online resources anywhere & anytime with your library card.

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Learn and explore in a safe and interactive environment with thousands of fun-filled learning games and activities.

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Get homework help from a live tutor, use study guides, worksheets, and tutorials for math, science, English, social studies, and more.

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Explore videos, articles, maps, illustrations, and photos of people, places, things, and facts that you can use in school projects.

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Access animated storybooks, read-alongs, eBooks, graphic novels, videos and more with recommended reading and grade levels.

Get recommended book lists, apps, and themed guides hand-picked by San José librarians & keep track of the books you have read.

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HOMEWORK CLUBS Grades K–8. Receive free homework help. Alviso Mondays 2:30–5:30 p.m. Tuesdays 2:30–6 p.m. Wednesdays 1:30–5:30 p.m. Thursdays 2:30–6 p.m. Alum Rock Tue.–Wed. 4–6 p.m. (Starts 9/25) East Carnegie Thursdays 4–6 p.m. Edenvale Mondays 3:30–5:30 p.m. King Library Mon.–Wed. 3–5 p.m. *Seven Trees Tue. & Thu. 4–6 p.m. Tully Tue.–Thu. 4–5 p.m. Village Square Mon.–Thu. 3:30–5 p.m. West Valley Mondays 4–6 p.m.

SAT, MATH, SCIENCE & WRITING TUTORING Ages 13–18. Get assistance with volunteers.

Seven Trees Saturdays 1:30–3:30 p.m.

ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING WITH ONCLASS Grades K–12. Receive free tutor help with Onclass volunteers in more than 20 subjects.

*Berryessa Saturdays 2–4 p.m.*Cambrian Saturdays 12–3 p.m.

MATH TUTORING Grades K–9 Almaden Mon. & Wed. 4 p.m. Grades K–12 Seven Trees Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. Grades 4–12 Bascom Thursdays 3 p.m.

RESOURCES AND RESEARCH SKILLS FOR HOMESCHOOLERS AND MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Learn about unique library services, educational material, and online resources useful for the homeschooling community.

*Bascom Mondays, Sept. 10–24 2–3 p.m.

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Homework Coach: Assist students in grades K–8 with their homework, individually or in a group setting. Homework Club Supervisor: Ensure a safe and productive environment for students.

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Earn community service hours and Volunteer Away Your Fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping maintain a clean environment. Contact your local branch to sign up!

Saturday, Oct. 13 SHIFT 1 2–3 p.m. SHIFT 2 3–4 p.m.

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FREE events & services for Grades TK - 12For more resources, services, and events:

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Literacy Help & Practice

KIDS’ LIT BOOK CLUBGrades 3 & 4. Discuss the books you want to read. For kids and caregivers.Meet the New Book Club Facilitator

Willow Glen Wednesday, Sept. 5 6–6:45 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8 3–4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11 6–6:45 p.m.

Book Club Meet-upWillow Glen Saturday, Oct. 27 11 a.m.

KIDS’ BOOKCLUBSRead a monthly selection and meet for discussion and activities.

*Alum Rock 9/10, 10/15, 11/5 5:30 p.m. (Grades 3–4) 2nd Monday 5:30 p.m. (Grades 1–2) Joyce Ellington Tuesdays 1 p.m.

READING TO FURRY FRIENDSAges 3–12. Practice your reading skills with the gentle and trained assistance dogs of Furry Friends Pet Assisted Therapy Services.

Almaden 2nd Wednesday 4:30 p.m.Edenvale 2nd Monday 4 p.m.Hillview 1st Saturday 1 p.m.Santa Teresa Last Wednesdays 4:30 p.m.Tully 1st Tuesday 4 p.m.Village Square 3rd Saturday 10 a.m.

Science

STEAM FOR KIDSFor Caregivers & Children. Make STEAM projects together inspired by a storytime reading.

Joyce Ellington 2nd & 4th Thursdays 2:30–3:30 p.m.

BOO! PROJECT STEMREACH’S SLIMY SPECIALAges 6–12. Learn about the physics and chemistry of slime, and then create your own!

King Library Saturday, Oct. 27 3 p.m.

Technology

3D PRINTINGLearn the basics of 3D designs and print.

Alviso Friday, Oct. 5 & 12 4 p.m. Ages 8–12Alviso Friday, Nov. 2 & 16 4 p.m. Ages 13–18

TINKER TYNKER CADGrades 3+ Learn about Tynker Cad, an online 3D design and printing app used to create toys, jewelry & more. Presented by Leland Quixilver 8404 Robotics.

Almaden Saturday, Nov. 17 1:30–3 p.m.

DROP-IN MAKERSPACE TRAININGAges 12–18. Learn how to use a 3D

printer, laser cutter, sewing machine and other equipment at TeenHQ’s MakerSpace. A waiver/permission slip is required to use the space.

King Library, TeenHQ Saturdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Art

DOODLE BOTSAges 5+. Create a Doodle Bot from everyday found items that can draw on its own. Call a participating branch to register.

Alviso Saturday, Sept. 1 3 p.m.Edenvale Tuesday, Sept. 11 3:30 p.m.Joyce Ellington Thursday, Sept. 13 2:30 p.m.Evergreen Friday, Sept. 14 4 p.m.Alum Rock Saturday, Sept. 15 3 p.m.Biblioteca Friday, Sept. 21 3:30 p.m.Calabazas Saturday, Sept. 22 11:30 a.m.King Library Friday, Oct. 5 4 p.m.Tully Friday, Oct. 5 4 p.m.Bascom Saturday, Oct. 6 1 p.m.East Carnegie Wednesday, Oct. 10 4:30 p.m.West Valley Friday, Oct. 12 3:30 p.m.Pearl Avenue Friday, Oct. 12 4 p.m.Seven Trees Saturday, Oct. 13 2 p.m.Rose Garden Friday, Nov. 16 3 p.m.Village Square Friday, Nov. 30 4 p.m.

Engineering

DRONE PROGRAMAges 10+ Learn how to fly, design, and build a drone with the Center of Lift Drone program. Students are encouraged to attend all classes.

*Calabazas Tuesdays, Sept. 4–25 4:30–6:30 p.m.

LEGO® ROBOTICS WORKSHOPGrades 4–5. Learn how to build a robot and program it to accomplish tasks. Presented by Leland Quixilver 8404 Robotics.

*Almaden Monday, Oct. 1 & Tuesday, Oct. 2 1:30–4:30 p.m.

MACHINE LEARNINGAges 12–16. Get introduced to machines and coding, and how different algorithms work. Students are encouraged to attend all 4 weeks.

*King Library, Room 125 Saturdays, Oct. 20–Nov. 10 4:30 p.m.

Math

FUN MATH 4 KIDSGrades 1–8. Learn and practice new math skills.

Village Square Mondays 5:30–6:30 p.m.

MATH OLYMPIAD CLUBGrades 3–5. Learn techniques to break down competition-level math problems.

West Valley Tuesdays 5 p.m.

FAMILY MATH & ENGINEERING

Practice creative and innovative strategies for solving problems. Presented by The Tech.

Alum Rock Saturdays, Sept. 8–29 2 - 3:30 p.m.Seven Trees Saturdays, Oct. 6–27 2 - 3:30 p.m.East Carnegie Saturdays, Nov. 3–Dec. 1 2 - 3:30 p.m.

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Join 1000s of others who have

learned to <code> at the library.

Coding Basics

GIRLS WHO CODEGrades 7–12. Learn about women in technology, artificial intelligence, game design, and all about coding. Presented by Girls Who Code.

*Calabazas Thursdays 5:30 p.m.West Valley Fridays (starting 9/14) 4–6 p.m.

CODERBUNNYZAges 4–11. Learn coding fundamentals with the CoderBunnyz board game.

*Biblioteca Saturday, Sept. 1 2 p.m.*King Library Saturday, Sept. 8 3 p.m.*East Carnegie Saturday, Sept. 15 1 p.m.*Evergreen Saturday, Sept. 22 1 p.m.*Educational Park Saturday, Oct. 13 10:30 a.m.

CODING FUN FOR KIDSAges 5+ Engage in computer science and programming basics. Parent/caregiver participation is encouraged for young children.

Edenvale 1st Saturday 12 p.m.Educational Park 4th Saturday 2 p.m.

CODING FOR KIDSGrades 2–5. Learn about computer science and programming with puzzles, games, and animations in this 3-session series.

*Tully Saturdays, Sept. 8–22 1:30–3 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 13–27 2–3:30 p.m.*Alviso Saturdays, Sept. 15–29 1–2:30 p.m.

HTML / CSS FOR TWEENSAges 11–14. Learn the basics of HTML/CSS and create animations. Please bring your own laptops.

*Almaden Saturdays, Sept. 8–Oct. 13 4–5:30 p.m.

PRINCIPLES OF SOFTWARE DESIGNGrades 7–10. Prior experience in programming is recommended. Please bring your own laptop.

*Village Square Saturdays, Sept. 1–29 10:15 a.m.

Python Coding

LEARN TO CODE: PYTHON CODING CLASSAges 10–18. Learn the basics of Python coding and express your creativity through code.

*Alum Rock Wednesdays 4 p.m.

PYTHONAges 9–12. Learn the fundamentals of coding, data types, and more.

*King Library Saturdays, Sept 8–Oct. 27 1–2:30 p.m.

Java Language

BASIC JAVA PROGRAMMINGAges 10–17. Learn the basics of Java language to code and create games in a five-week program. Please bring your own laptop.

*Vineland Saturdays, Sept. 22–Oct. 20 2–4 p.m.

JAVA PROGRAMMINGAges 12–16. Students will learn the basics of computer science and programming.

*King Library, Room 125 Saturdays, Sept. 8–Nov. 10 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Scratch Coding

CODING IN SCRATCH: CHOCOLATE BREAK GAMEGrades 1–8. Learn how to create games and more in a 5-week series. Please bring your own laptop. Presented by codingtimes.

*Almaden Saturday, Sept. 8 1–3 p.m.

CODINGTIMES: SCRATCH CODINGAges 8–13. Learn how to animate games using block based coding. Presented by Hack on Track.

*Alum Rock Saturdays, 9/29–10/27 2 p.m.

ANIMATION USING SCRATCHAges 8–12. Create fun and complex animated projects in this intermediate level coding class.

*West Valley Wednesdays, 9/26–11/14 5 p.m.

LEARN SCRATCH! BASIC COMPUTER PROGRAMMINGGrades 7–12. This 3-session series will teach you how to create games, animated images, and more. Presented by codingtimes.

*Hillview Saturdays, Sept. 8–22 12:30 p.m.

For a complete list of coding classes, visit sjpl.org/Coding5K

This modern teen center is a place designed by teens, exclusively for teens. Create in a state-of-the-art makerspace, play in the gaming lounge, or record beats in the recording studio.

Open 7 days a week. All services are FREE.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Mezzanine150 E. San Fernando St. (408) 808-2168

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EMP OWER . AC T.MAK E A DIFFER ENCE .Youth ages 13–24 are invited to inspiresocial action and civic engagement.

EMPOWER yourself through learning experiencesand EARN volunteer service hours.

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Thank you Alaska Airlines for making our first-ever summer coding camps possible. Because of your

generosity, 60 local students learned to code at SJPL.

“Coding camp has made me even moreengaged with learning to code…I feel like doing

even more coding and computer science.”- Coding Camp Student

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FREE events & services for everyone.For a complete list of events, visit:

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Halloween

THE HARVEST FESTIVALJoin local artists, tasty food, and Halloween fun.

Almaden Saturday, Oct. 20 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

PUMPKIN DECORATING / COSTUME CONTESTSupplies are limited. One pumpkin per family.

Berryessa Saturday, Oct. 27 11 a.m.

HALLOWEEN CELEBRATIONFor the family. Wear your costume and enjoy a spook-tacular storytime, games, and more!

Hillview Friday, Oct. 26 3–5 p.m.

THE NOT-SO-SCARY-HALLOWEEN SHOW †

For the family. Bring your ghosts & goblins to a Halloween magic show appropriate for all ages.

THE BIG HALLOWEEN PARADEFor the family. Bring the kids to King Library’s annual Halloween celebration. Enjoy songs, storytime, crafts, and a spook-tacular trick or treat parade through the 1st to 4th floors of the library. Don’t forget your costume! King Library Friday, Oct. 26 3:15 p.m.

Moon Festival

MOON FESTIVAL CELEBRATIONFor the family. Celebrate with performances, crafts, prizes, and more.

Seven Trees Saturday, Sept. 15 2 p.m.

LION DANCE PERFORMANCES †

For the family. Celebrate with an exciting performance by the Vinh Son Liem Group.

Thanksgiving

LIGHT-UP TURKEYS FOR TEENS †

Ages 13–18. Make your own light-up turkeys with circuits, batteries, and more for Thanksgiving.

THANKSGIVING STORY & CRAFT †

Ages 3+. Join us for a Thanksgiving story and create Turkey Thankful Cards.

Native American Heritage

CREATE YOUR OWN PICTOGRAPHS †

Ages 3+. Celebrate Native American Heritage Month and create your own pictograph stories.

Hispanic Heritage

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATIONFor the family. Celebrate with performances, crafts, prizes, and more.

Seven Trees Saturday, Oct. 6 2 p.m.

FILM SCREENING “BLESS ME ULTIMA” †

Ages 13+ Enjoy a coming-of-age story about a young boy growing up in New Mexico.

NICHO BOXES †

Ages 5+ Learn about folk art traditions and make a Nicho Box.

Día de Los Muertos

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS STORY & CRAFT †

For the family. Listen to a story about Día De Los Muertos and create a Calavera doll.

FILM SCREENING “COCO” †

For the family. Celebrate with a screening of Pixar’s award-winning movie.

Diwali

DIWALI RANGOLI ART †

Ages 3+. Celebrate the ancient Hindu festival of the lights, Diwali, and create a Rangoli art pattern.

Crafts & Hobbies

KNITTING CLUBSAlmaden Saturdays 4–5:45 p.m.Cambrian 1st Saturday 11 a.m.–1 p.m.King Library Fridays 12–1 p.m.

DRAWING FOR BEGINNERSAges 13+ No experience or supplies needed.

Tully Saturdays, Sept. 1–Oct. 6 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

*CLAY FLOWERS WORKSHOPAges 18+ Learn how to make clay flowers.

Berryessa Saturday, Oct. 20 2–5 p.m.

CLUB DE TEJIDO PARA PRINCIPIANTESBiblioteca cada martes 4–7 p.m.

Explore Culture

PEOPLEOLOGIEFor Kids. Explore cultures and build a connection to the world through history, folk art, and more.

Alum Rock Saturday, Sept. 1 3–5 p.m.Edenvale Thursday, Sept. 20 4–5 p.m.Evergreen Tuesday, Sept. 25 3:45–5:45 p.m.Pearl Avenue Saturday, Nov. 3 4–6 p.m.Berryessa Saturday, Nov. 17 2–4 p.m.

CHINESE CULTURE AND ARTS CLASSESSanta Teresa Saturdays 1 p.m. Ages 8+ Saturdays 2:30 p.m. Ages 5–7

VirtualReality (VR)

KING LIBRARY Ages 13 - 18 FRUIT NINJA VR 3rd Wednesdays 4 p.m. Ages 13+ OPEN HOUSE VR 1st & 3rd Fridays 3–5 p.m.

Tully Ages 13+ OPEN HOUSE VR Friday, Sept. 7 4–6 p.m.

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*Registration required. Contact the participating location for details.

†Check with your local branch for event times, or online at sjpl.org/Events.

Music & Dance

FREE GUITAR PRACTICEFor all ages. Please bring your own guitar.

Hillview Saturdays 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

SOUTH BAY GUITAR SOCIETY OPEN MICAges 18+ Performers of all levels are invited. Presented by the South Bay Guitar Society.

Vineland 4th Tuesday 7 p.m.

ABHINAYA DANCE COMPANYAges 18+ Join the Abhinaya Dance Company for a South Indian dance performance.

Alviso Saturday, Oct. 6 3 p.m.

AZTEC DANCE CLASSAges 13+ Learn the art of Aztec dance with Movimiento Cultural Anáhuac.

Hillview Mondays 7 p.m.

LINE DANCING FOR ADULTSCalabazas Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:30 p.m.

INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCING FOR ADULTSEducational Park Tuesdays 6:30 p.m.

MEXICAN FOLKLORIC DANCE CLASSBiblioteca Mondays 5 p.m. Ages 5–12 Wednesdays 5 p.m. Ages 12+

CLASE DE BAILE FOLKLÓRICOBiblioteca cada lunes 5 p.m. edades 5–12 cada miércoles 5 p.m. edades 12+

Nature & Gardening

*FLOWER ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOPAges 18+ Learn how to arrange flowers.

Berryessa Saturday, Nov. 10 2–5 p.m.

MASTER GARDENERSAges 18+ Explore gardening techniques & skills.

Berryessa 3rd Saturdays 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Calabazas Wednesday, Sept. 19 6:30–8 p.m.West Valley Wednesday, Oct. 17 6:30–8 p.m.

SAN FRANCISCO BAY BIRD OBSERVATORYAges 6 - 12. Learn about local birds.

Alviso Friday, Sept. 28 4–5:30 p.m.Evergreen Friday, Oct. 12 4–5:30 p.m.Village Square Friday, Nov. 28 4–5:30 p.m.Edenvale Friday, Nov. 30 4–5:30 p.m.

Health & Wellness

BOLLYWOOD WORKOUT CLASS FOR ADULTSAlum Rock 2nd & 4th Fridays 5 p.m.Village Square Saturdays 2:30 p.m.

BUILDING A HEALTHY PLATEAges 18+ Learn about healthful eating & habits. Presented by Santa Clara County Public Health.

Willow Glen Tuesday, Sept. 11 5:30 p.m.Calabazas Friday, Sept. 14 4:30 p.m.King Library Wednesday, Oct. 10 6:30 p.m.Tully Saturday, Oct. 27 2 p.m.East Carnegie Saturday, Nov. 17 1 p.m.

RETHINK YOUR DRINKAges 13–18 Learn about sugary drinks, obesity, diabetes & how to make healthier choices. Presented by Santa Clara County Public Health.

King Library Saturday, Sept. 15 2 p.m.Rose Garden Tuesday, Oct. 9 3 p.m.

YOGA CLASSES FOR ALL LEVELS & AGESAlum Rock Saturdays 11 a.m.Alviso 1st Wednesday 5:45 p.m. Fridays 12:15 p.m. Saturdays 10:15 a.m.East Carnegie Tuesdays 10 a.m.Village Square Thursdays 11 a.m.Vineland Mondays 6 p.m.

ZUMBA FOR ADULTSWest Valley Fridays 5 p.m.

PRIMEROS AUXILIOS PARA LA SALUD MENTAL DE LOS JOVENESEdades 18+ Este curso le enseñará cómo interactuar con un adolescente en crisis, cómo conectarlo con la ayuda apropiada, y mas.

East Carnegie cada miércoles Sept. 19–Oct. 10 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

太極襌 (TAI CHI ZEN)暨希太極愛好者，於次第介紹、講解、

練習， 有效達到・練拳煉心。

Calabazas 星期六 10 a.m.

LƯA CHON ĐUNG HƠN, SƯC KHOE TÔT HƠNTuôi 18 trơ lên Môt chương trinh tư quan ly dai 6 tuân danh cho nhưng ngươi mang bênh man tính như lương mơ trong máu cao, viêm khơp, tiêu đương, hen suyên, trâm cam, béo phi va các căn bênh khác. Trinh bay bơi cơ quan Health Trust.

Tully Các Thư Tư, 3 Tháng Mươi–7 Tháng Mươi Môt 1–3:30 p.m.

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Beautify Your Branch

Take part in SJPL Service Day and Volunteer Away Your Fines at a rate of$20 per hour while helping maintain aclean and welcoming environment.

Saturday, Oct. 13SHIFT 1 2–3 p.m. SHIFT 2 3–4 p.m.

Contact your local branch to sign up!

Discover your localand state history

EXHIBIT: ROBERT KENNEDY’S 1968 PRESIDENTIAL BILLRelive a historical political campaign’s past with memorabilia, articles, photographs, and more.

On view September 1–November 30

King Library, 5th Floor (408) 808-2167

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Friends of the Library

WEEKEND BOOK SALESScore big with new and gently used items.

Alviso 9/8 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Calabazas 9/8 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Rose Garden 9/15 & 9/16 9 a.m.–2 p.m.Alum Rock 9/22 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Almaden 9/22 & 10/13 10 a.m.–1 p.m.Vineland 9/25 11 a.m.–6 p.m.East Carnegie 10/6 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Berryessa 10/13 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Willow Glen 10/20 10 a.m.–4 p.m.Edenvale 10/27 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Evergreen 10/27 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Bascom 11/17 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Joyce Ellington 11/17 10 a.m.–2 p.m.King Library Last Saturdays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Last Sundays 1 p.m.–5 p.m.West Valley 9/15 & 11/17 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 9/16 & 11/18 12–3p.m.

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ADULTS,SENIORS &Family Learning Services

Eventos y servicios GRATIS para adultos, Cac sinh hoat va dich vu MIÊN PHI cho

ngươi lơn va cao niên 成人和老人的免費服務項目

FREE events & services.For a complete list of events, visit:

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Classes & Workshops

*CAMERAS, EXPOSURE, PHOTOGRAPHYLearn the basics of photography and camera functions in a supportive, peer-oriented group.Sponsored by Peer 2 Peer University.

Evergreen Tuesdays, Sept. 4–25 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

NaNoWriMo: NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTHAges 13+ Join future authors, write together, and learn how to create an eBook.

King Library Thursday, Nov. 1 4 p.m.Joyce Ellington Thursday, Nov. 1 5:30 p.m.Calabazas Friday, Nov. 2 4:30 p.m.Bascom Wednesday, Nov. 7 5 p.m.King Library Wednesday, Nov. 14 6:30 p.m.Bascom Wednesday, Nov. 21 5 p.m.

VETERANS OF LIFE: WRITE IN THE LIBRARYVeterans and family members of all writing skill levels are invited to practice writing and receive feedback in a small group setting.

*King Library 1st Friday 1–4 p.m.

Just For Seniors

ARMCHAIR TRAVEL FOR SENIORSTravel around the world and exotic lands with a sensory experience in the comfort of your library.

Bascom Last Fridays 3 p.m.

RETIREMENT INCOME PLANNINGJoin Arvind Ven, SF Bay Area financial advisor, for a discussion on retirement planning.

Bascom Wednesdays, Sept. 19, Oct. 17 & Nov. 7 5:30 p.m.

COMPUTER HELP FOR SENIORSBerryessa Tuesdays 11 a.m.

Computer & Technology

ADULT TECHNOLOGY SERIESLearn how to use the internet, social media, smart devices, and all about online privacy.

Alum Rock Fridays, Sept. 28–Oct. 26 4 p.m.

BASIC COMPUTER HELPAlum Rock 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m.Tully Mondays 5:30 p.m.

eBOOK HELPVineland Assistance available every day.Bascom 2nd Fridays 1 p.m.

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER HELP*Alviso Saturdays 2 p.m.*Bascom Thursdays 3:30 p.m.Cambrian Mondays 3 p.m.

Saturdays 1 p.m.East Carnegie Saturdays through 11/24 3 p.m.Edenvale Mondays 5 p.m. Tuesdays 4 p.m. Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Saturdays 10:30 a.m.Educational Park Saturdays 1 p.m.Pearl Avenue Fridays 4 p.m.

Saturdays 3 p.m.Rose Garden Thursdays 10:30 a.m.Santa Teresa Mondays 1 p.m.Seven Trees Saturdays 10 a.m.Village Square 3rd Tuesday 3 p.m.

Fridays 4:30 p.m. Saturdays 12 p.m. Vineland Saturdays 10:30 a.m.West Valley Saturdays 2 p.m.

TECH TALKExperience the latest high-tech gadgets & apps.

Tully 2nd Friday 4 p.m.

SPA ASISTENCIA DE COMPUTACIÓNBiblioteca cada sábado 11 a.m.

VIE LỚP COMPUTER CĂN BẢNTully mỗi thư từ 5:30–7 p.m.

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Parenting

BABYWEARING WORKSHOPLearn easy ways to bond with your baby while going about daily activities.

*Bascom Tuesday, Sept. 4 10:30 a.m.

LA LECHE LEAGUEJoin other breast-feeding mothers for mother-to-mother support, encouragement & information.

Rose Garden 1st Thursday 10:30 a.m.

RESILIENT FAMILIESLearn about healthful problem-solving skills & parental management of stress and emotions.Sponsored by Sacred Heart Community Service.

*Tully Tuesdays, Sept. 11–Oct. 23 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

FAMILIAS RESILIENTESAprende como mejorar el estrés, y crear una red de apoyo. Se require registración. Patronicado por Sacred Heart Community Service.

*Tully cada martes, Sept. 11–Oct. 23 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

TIEMPO PARA MIGrupo para apoyo y amistades para mujeres.

Hillview cada jueves 10:30 a.m.

Adults With Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

INSIDERSActivities geared towards adults and caregivers.

Bascom Last Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.Berryessa 2nd Tuesday 10:30 a.m.Calabazas 2nd Friday 12:30 p.m.Edenvale 1st Monday 1:30 p.m.Educational Park 4th Tuesday 10:30 a.m.Hillview 2nd Tuesday 11 a.m.Joyce Ellington 3rd Wednesday 12:30 p.m.Seven Trees Saturday, Sept. 8 1 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 25 1 p.m.Tully Tuesday, Nov. 13 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 17 4 p.m.Village Square 1st Thursday 5:30 p.m.

Earn your high school diploma and a career certificate. sjpl.org/COHS

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CITIZENSHIP WORKSHOPSAlum Rock 1st Wednesday 3:30 p.m.

Thursdays 1 p.m.Bascom 2nd Wednesday 3 p.m.

1st & 3rd Saturdays 11 a.m.Biblioteca Tuesdays 11 a.m.

Thursdays 5 p.m.East Carnegie Tuesdays 10 a.m.Edenvale Wednesdays 5 p.m.Hillview Saturdays 12 p.m.

King Library, Room 390 Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 - 11 a.m.Tully Wednesdays 5 p.m.

MOCK INTERVIEWSEdenvale Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. Tully Wednesdays 4 p.m.

PARS EQUALITY CENTER CITIZENSHIP APPLICATIONS & ASSISTANCE

Alviso September 6 4 - 7 p.m.Edenvale September 26 3 p.m.

Practice Your English at an ESL Conversation Club

ESL BOOK CLUBBascom 4th Friday 2 p.m.

Almaden Thursdays 1 p.m.Alum Rock Wednesdays 1 p.m.Alviso Saturdays 5 p.m.Bascom Thursdays & Fridays 1 p.m.Calabazas Fridays 1:30 p.m.Cambrian Wednesdays 5:15 p.m.East Carnegie Wednesdays 2 p.m.Edenvale Thursdays 11 a.m.

Fridays 1 p.m.Educational Park Tuesdays 5:30 p.m.

Saturdays 10 a.m.Evergreen Tuesdays 1:30 p.m.

Thursdays 5 p.m.Hillview Saturdays 11 a.m.King Library Tuesdays 4 p.m.

Fridays 9:30 a.m.Saturdays 2 p.m.

Pearl Avenue Saturdays 12 p.m.Rose Garden Tuesdays 12:15 p.m.Santa Teresa Tuesdays 11 a.m.

Saturdays 10 a.m.Vineland Thursdays 1 p.m.West Valley Wednesdays 2:30 p.m.

Thursdays 4 p.m.Willow Glen Thursdays 3 p.m.

Language Learning

KHMER (CAMBODIAN) LANGUAGE CLUBHillview Saturdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

*SPANISH LANGUAGE CLASSESFor kids. 8-week course

Edenvale Fridays, Sept. 7–Oct. 26 3:30 p.m.

MANDARIN LANGUAGE & CULTURE CLASSAges 5–12 Please bring pencil and paper.

Santa Teresa Mondays 4:30 p.m. BeginnersFridays 5 p.m. Intermediate

Learn English (ESL Classes)

ESL BASIC GRAMMAR CLASSBascom Saturdays 4 p.m.

ESL WRITING BEGINNER CLASSTully Tuesdays 5 p.m.

ESL FOR BEGINNERSVillage Square Wednesdays 10:20 a.m.

BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE ESL CLASSEast Carnegie Tuesdays 12:30–2:30 p.m.

ESL CLASS SERIESThese ESL classes can include reading, writing, listening and pronunciation.

Seven Trees Branch Library Level 0: Alphabet, numbers & intro skills Saturdays 10 a.m.

Level 1: Beginning reading & writing skills Tuesdays 4–6 p.m. Fridays 2–3:30 p.m., 4–5:30 p.m.

Level 2: Speaking, Listening & Grammar Wednesdays 4–6 p.m. Thursdays 4:30–6 p.m. Saturdays 10–11 a.m., 12–2 p.m.

Level 3: Intermediate Skills & Concepts Thursdays 10 a.m.–1 p.m., 4–6 p.m.

Level 4: High Intermediate Skills & Concepts Wednesdays 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Level 5: Advanced Skills & Concepts Tuesdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

*Registration required. Contact the participating location for details. *Registration required. Contact the participating location for details.

Partners in Reading (PAR) helps adult learners improve their basic reading, writing, and technology skills.

BECOME AN ADULT LITERACY TUTOR Help adults improve their basic reading & writing.

King Library Monday, Sept. 17 6:30–8 p.m.Tuesday, Oct. 30 6:30–8 p.m.

BECOME AN ADULT LITERACY STUDENT*King Library Monday, Sept. 17 6–8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 17 6–8:30 p.m.Monday, Nov. 26 6–8:30 p.m.

King Library, 1st Floor (408) 808-2361

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FAMILYL E A R N I N GC E N T E R S

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Family Learning Centers (FLCs) provide free workshops, programs, and services for families and individuals.

Family Learning Centers offer: • parenting workshops • computer instruction• ESL & citizenship classes and materials • programs in various languages• exclusive technology • and more!

Located at the following branchesAlum Rock • Bascom • Biblioteca LatinoamericanaEast San José Carnegie • Hillview Seven Trees • Tully Community

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Eventos y servicios GRATIS para la educación de temprana edad

Cac sinh hoat va dich vu MIÊN PHI cho trơ giup giao duc mâm non va hoc đương

幼兒教育和課程(學術)協助的免費服務項目

FREE events and services forearly education, ages 0 - 5.

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Learn & Play

LAS MADRES STAY & PLAYParents and children are invited to come meet new friends and play with learning-based toys.

Rose Garden 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 10 a.m.

PARACHUTE PARTYListen to stories and songs while playing with a colorful and interactive parachute.

Educational Park Monday, Sept. 17 2:30 p.m.

PETER APEL - MUSIC, MAGIC, STORIESJoin Peter Apel, singer, songwriter, and magician, in an educational music and magic program.

Pearl Avenue Saturday, Sept. 15 4 p.m.Evergreen Friday, Sept. 21 4 p.m.West Valley Saturday, Sept. 22 1 p.m.King Library Saturday, Sept. 29 3 p.m.Almaden Saturday, Oct. 20 1 p.m.Willow Glen Saturday, Nov. 10 3 p.m.

WEE EXPLORE OUTDOORSVisit the outdoor play space and enjoy a variety of activities that provide learning opportunities.

Biblioteca Wednesdays 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

LET’S SPEAK CHINESEEnjoy stories, poems, riddles, word games, and more. This event will be in Chinese (Mandarin). 我爱听故事

有趣的中文故事会！ 爸爸妈妈哥哥姐

姐一起来给我们讲故事，猜字谜，做游

戏。我们要欢乐学中文！我爱听故事！

West Valley 9/8, 9/22, 10/6, 10/20, 11/3 3:30 p.m.

CHINESE PLAY & LEARNHave fun with vivid stories, active music, crafts and more while learning Chinese. 让我们一起来把中文玩转起来！听故

事，唱歌，做游戏，猜谜语，学古诗，

还有手工等你来！欢迎大家一起来！

Berryessa 4th Saturdays 4–5:30 p.m.

123 ANDRÉSJoin Latin Grammy winner 123 Andrés for a live musical and interactive performance.Willow Glen Friday, Sept. 14 3:30 p.m.The Health Trust Family Resource Center 46 Race Street, San José, CA 95126 Saturday, Sept. 15 10:30 a.m.Edenvale Saturday, Sept. 15 3 p.m.

Special Storytimes

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE STORYTIMEEast Carnegie Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.

DRAG QUEEN STORYTIMEExplore diversity and inclusion with songs, craft, and a little glitter.King Library Saturday, Sept. 15 11 a.m.

CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUMEdenvale 1st Tuesday 11 a.m.Seven Trees 1st Thursday 12:30 p.m.

PAJAMA STORYTIMEBascom Wednesdays 6 p.m.Joyce Ellington Thursdays 6 p.m.

YOGA STORYTIMEJoin Yoga instructor Leyna to practice breathing and exercise with songs and props.

Vineland Wednesday, Sept 12 10:30 a.m.Bascom Wednesday, Sept. 12 6 p.m.Joyce Ellington Thursday, Oct. 4 2:30 p.m.Pearl Avenue Wednesday, Oct. 10 11 a.m.Rose Garden Wednesday, Nov. 7 11 a.m.Willow Glen Thursday, Nov. 8 10:30 a.m.Santa Teresa Saturday, Nov. 17 3:30 p.m.Cambrian Tuesday, Nov. 27 11 a.m.

JAPANESE STORYTIMEWest Valley Wednesdays 11 a.m.

Bilingual Storytimes

FRENCH & ENGLISH STORYTIMEEdenvale 3rd Saturday 10:30 a.m.

HINDI & ENGLISH STORYTIMEEdenvale 2nd Saturday 10 a.m.

RUSSIAN & ENGLISH STORYTIMEWest Valley Fridays 12 p.m.

SPANISH & ENGLISH STORYTIMEAlum Rock Saturdays 1 p.m.Biblioteca Thursdays 11 a.m. Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.East Carnegie Thursdays 5:30 p.m.Edenvale 1st Thursday 11 a.m.Hillview 3rd Thursday 10:30 a.m.Tully 4th Thursday 11:30 a.m.

VIETNAMESE & ENGLISH STORYTIMEEdenvale 4th Saturday 11 a.m.Tully 3rd Tuesday 11:30 a.m.

WEE PLAY & LEARN ACTIVITY KITSReserve and check out your kit containing educational books, toys, ideas, and tips.

sjpl.org/EarlyEducation

*Registration required. Contact the participating location for details.

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FREE events and services for businesses, job seekers & professional growth.

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Connect with us! King Library, 3rd FL (408) 808-2310 /SJPLWorks SJPLWorks

Get your professional headshots for free.SJPL Works 1st Wednesday 12–1 p.m.

(Starting October)

Professional Growth

GET AHEAD WITH COMMUNITY COLLEGELearn how to achieve career certifications and take free, non-credit career & college prep classes.Presented by Evergreen & San José City College.

SJPL Works 2nd Wednesday 6 p.m.

HOW TO SELF-PUBLISHJoin a panel of experienced authors in a variety of genres to learn the steps of self-publishing a novel, how to avoid pitfalls, and how to stay within a reasonable budget.

SJPL Works Saturday, Sept. 8 2–3 p.m.

LINKEDIN 101 FOR ADULTSLearn the basics of LinkedIn to build a great profile and expand your connections.

Vineland Saturday, Sept. 29 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

TAKE THE “WORK” OUT OF NETWORKINGLearn how to craft your elevator pitch and improve your networking skills. Presented by Jerome Dees, Senior Director of Sales and Operations of Le Boulanger.

SJPL Works Thursday, Nov. 8 7–8:30 p.m.

TRADEMARK AND COPYRIGHT BASICS FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNERSLearn how to avoid infringement pitfalls and possible problems. Presented in part with the Silicon Valley USPTO.

SJPL Works Tuesday, Oct. 2 7:30–8:30 p.m.

For Job Seekers

BUILDING YOUR PERSONAL CAREER BRANDLearn how to create and promote your personal brand. Presented by Oscar Garcia of Aspira.

SJPL Works Thursday, Sept. 27 7–8:30 p.m.

LINKEDIN: SIDE HUSTLE 101 & 102Learn how to turn a hobby or skill into extra income. Presented by Oscar Garcia of Aspira.

SJPL Works 10/25 & 11/1 7–8:30 p.m.

PROFESSIONALS NETWORKING GROUPMeet professionals in the semi-conductor, manufacturing & operation fields.

Bascom 1st & 3rd Wednesday 9–11 a.m.

RESUMÉ & JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCEPractice your “elevator pitch” and learn how to get the most out of the sales process.

*Alum Rock 2nd Thursday 5:15–6:45 p.m.SJPL Works 2nd & 4th Thursdays 12–1 p.m.

*Hillview Saturdays 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

For Small Businesses

*APPLYING FOR PRO-BONO PATENT ASSISTANCELearn how you can apply to the California Inventor Assistance Program. Presented by USPTO.To register, visit goo.gl/n2T27d

SJPL Works Thursday, Sept. 13 7–8:30 p.m.

*PRO-BONO CLINIC FOR ARTISTS & INVENTORSMeet with an attorney for legal advice. To register, visit goo.gl/NyJ3HN

SJPL Works Wednesday, Oct. 10 5:30–8:30 p.m.

COFFEE WITH BUSINESS ADVISERSMeet business experts who provide guidance and feedback on your business ventures.

SJPL Works 1st Monday 2–4 p.m. 3rd Wednesday 9–11 a.m.

DESIGN & MARKETING ADVICE Receive advice about logos, branding strategies, and how to shape your business’ image.

SJPL Works 9/10, 9/22, 10/1, 11/24 10 a.m.

ENTREPRENEURS’ LEGAL ADVISING CLINICBook a free appointment to talk to an experienced business attorney about licensing, taxation, compensation, regulations, and other issues. To register, visit goo.gl/n2T27d

*SJPL Works 3rd Thursday 5:30–8 p.m.

SALES STRATEGIESPractice your “elevator pitch” and learn how to get the most out of the sales process.

SJPL Works Thursday, Sept. 6 7–8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14 7–8:30 p.m.

SOCIAL MEDIA FOR YOUR BUSINESS BOOTCAMPImprove your marketing strategy & learn about free resources. Presented by AnewAmerica.

SJPL Works Wednesdays, Sept. 5–26 7–8:30 p.m.

TRADEMARK BASICS: WHAT EVERY SMALL BUSINESS SHOULD KNOW NOW, NOT LATERLearn about trademarks, domain names, and business name registrations, rights, and more. Presented in part with the Silicon Valley USPTO.

SJPL Works Tuesday, Oct. 2 5:45–7:15 p.m.

SMALL BUSINESS SERIESPrepare for your small business venture and learn about various topics and strategies. SJPL Works

Reduce Your Business Taxes Thursday, Oct. 4 6–7:30 p.m.Attracting Key Employees Thursday, Oct. 11 6–7:30 p.m.Protect Your Business Assets Wednesday, Oct. 17 6–7:30 p.m.Develop Your Influence Wednesday, Oct. 24 6–7:30 p.m.Marketing 101 Tuesday, Nov. 6 7–8 p.m.

Attending an SJPL Works class? Park at the 4th Street Parking Garage and we’ll validate your parking!

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Meet-the-Author Events

GREG NOKESAuthor of The Troubled Life of Peter Burnett, Oregon Pioneer and First Governor of CaliforniaKing Library, Room 255 Friday, Sept. 21 2:30–4 p.m.

ARTURO VILLARREALAuthor of Jose Manuel Gonzales: Apache Mayor of San José.East Carnegie Saturday, Sept. 22 3 p.m.

Book Clubs

FOR ADULTSAlviso 3rd Saturday 1 p.m.Berryessa 3rd Friday 1 p.m.Edenvale 1st Wednesday 5 p.m.Evergreen 1st Wednesday 6 p.m.Pearl Avenue 2nd Wednesday 5:30 p.m.Rose Garden 2nd Tuesday 6:30 p.m. 4th Thursday 1 p.m.Santa Teresa 3rd Saturday 11:30 a.m.Seven Trees 1st Saturday 11:30 a.m.Vineland 4th Wednesday 7 p.m.West Valley 2nd Wednesday 5:30 p.m.Willow Glen 1st Wednesday 1 p.m. 4th Wednesday 7 p.m.

BUILD A BETTER YOU BOOK CLUBEducational Park 2nd Tuesday 11 a.m.

HISTORY BOOK CLUBVineland 3rd Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUBCambrian 4th Wednesday 6:45 p.m.Vineland 2nd Wednesday 6:45 p.m.

SCIENCE FICTION BOOK CLUBPearl Avenue 2nd Saturday 11 a.m.

YOUNG ADULTS / TEEN BOOK CLUBSKing Library, Exploration Room - TeenHQ 3rd Saturday 1 p.m.

Banned Books Week

VIRTUAL SPEAKOUTAges 13–18. Make a video sharing a story or book that you think the world needs to be able to hear.

Pearl Avenue Wednesday, Sept. 19 4 p.m.Bascom Monday, Sept. 24 10 a.m.Joyce Ellington Tuesday, Sept. 25 4 p.m.King Library Tuesday, Sept. 25 4 p.m.Alviso Tuesday, Sept. 25 6 p.m.

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LEARN HOW YOUR SUPPORT CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

The San José Public Library Foundation inspires a vibrant literate community, nurtures a passion for lifelong learning, and stimulates community engagement.

Questions? Contact us today! 408.808.2081 info@sjplf.org

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