Library · San Jose
Alum Rock Library
Public library branch at 3090 Alum Rock Ave. See its official page for current services and opening hours.
Upcoming at Alum Rock Library70
Today
Today · 10:30 AM
U.S. Citizenship Interview Practice
A facilitator will conduct practice interviews that simulate USCIS citizenship interviews. The facilitator will: Ask about the information on the N-400 form, Ask ten civics questions, Provide a sentence to be read aloud, and Dictate a sentence to write. Each mock interview takes approximately 20-30 minutes. The facilitator will not provide specific application advice but will direct the applicant to legal services. Free. Registration encouraged. Drop-ins welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
Today · 11 AM
Vietnamese Storytime with ICAN
Vietnamese Storytime with ICAN welcomes children and their caregivers to participate in early literacy activities in both Vietnamese and English. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free. No registration required. For a complete list of storytimes: sjpl.org/storytimes ADA Accommodation Requests Giờ kể chuyện song ngữ cùng ICAN chào đón trẻ em và các phụ huynh tham gia các hoạt động đọc và viết song ngữ tiếng Việt và tiếng Anh. Chương trình này dành cho trẻ em ở mọi lứa tuổi và phụ huynh/người chăm sóc! Miễn phí. Không cần đăng ký. Để xem danh sách đầy…
Saturday, October 24
Sat, Oct 24 · 3 PM
Practice Spanish Speaking Skills for Spanish Language Learners
Build confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, supportive group. This group is open to Spanish language learners from any background, whether you speak Spanish at home or are learning it for the first time. Meets weekly on Saturdays. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Oct 24 · 4:30 PM
Language and Culture Swap
¿Hablas español y quieres aprender inglés? Speak English and want to learn Spanish? Build community with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Everyone has something to contribute! Construye comunidad con personas de diferentes antecedentes lingüísticos y culturales. ¡Todos tienen algo que aportar! In this program, Spanish-proficient participants with limited English skills will share their linguistic and cultural knowledge with English-proficient participants with limited Spanish skills and vice-versa to create a mutually enriching learning experience. En este programa,…
Sunday, October 25
Sun, Oct 25 · 1 PM
Art Club
Join us for an afternoon featuring a variety of fun arts and crafts activities for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Oct 25 · 2 PM
Basic English Level 0
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences 这门课将由一位精通英语和中文的老师授课。 Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Oct 25 · 3 PM
Basic English Level 1
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences Lớp này sẽ được giảng dạy bởi một giáo viên có khả năng song ngữ Anh-Việt. Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tuesday, October 27
Tue, Oct 27 · 11 AM
Family Storytime and Stay & Play
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Oct 27 · 4 PM
Builders Club
Let's build! How do we build it? How tall can we build it? How well balanced can we make it? How can we earthquake proof it? Each month will showcase a different building challenge. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday, October 31
Sat, Oct 31 · 3 PM
Practice Spanish Speaking Skills for Spanish Language Learners
Build confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, supportive group. This group is open to Spanish language learners from any background, whether you speak Spanish at home or are learning it for the first time. Meets weekly on Saturdays. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Oct 31 · 4:30 PM
Language and Culture Swap
¿Hablas español y quieres aprender inglés? Speak English and want to learn Spanish? Build community with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Everyone has something to contribute! Construye comunidad con personas de diferentes antecedentes lingüísticos y culturales. ¡Todos tienen algo que aportar! In this program, Spanish-proficient participants with limited English skills will share their linguistic and cultural knowledge with English-proficient participants with limited Spanish skills and vice-versa to create a mutually enriching learning experience. En este programa,…
Sunday, November 1
Sun, Nov 1 · 1 PM
Art Club
Join us for an afternoon featuring a variety of fun arts and crafts activities for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 1 · 2 PM
Basic English Level 0
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences 这门课将由一位精通英语和中文的老师授课。 Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 1 · 3 PM
Basic English Level 1
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences Lớp này sẽ được giảng dạy bởi một giáo viên có khả năng song ngữ Anh-Việt. Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tuesday, November 3
Tue, Nov 3 · 10:30 AM
U.S. Citizenship Interview Practice
A facilitator will conduct practice interviews that simulate USCIS citizenship interviews. The facilitator will: Ask about the information on the N-400 form, Ask ten civics questions, Provide a sentence to be read aloud, and Dictate a sentence to write. Each mock interview takes approximately 20-30 minutes. The facilitator will not provide specific application advice but will direct the applicant to legal services. Free. Registration encouraged. Drop-ins welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Nov 3 · 11 AM
Family Storytime and Stay & Play
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Nov 3 · 4 PM
Origami is Coding
Learn key concepts in coding through origami, the art of folding paper. Participants will fold a different animal or object each month. The techniques for folding the project will be tied to key concepts in coding. This is a completely unplugged activity that teaches computational reasoning without the use of a computer. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Wednesday, November 4
Wed, Nov 4 · 4 PM
Crochet Club
A casual beginner friendly introduction to crocheting. Each week will build on the previous week as participants work towards creating a project. Crochet Club's current project: Scarfs ADA Accommodation Requests
Wed, Nov 4 · 5:30 PM
Weekly Citizenship Class
Beginning your path to citizenship? Join us for a class series covering: The naturalization process U.S. history and government English language skills for the citizenship interview Course information: Every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm 11/4/26-12/16/26 Each week we will cover a different portion of the application process and practice new skills No class 11/25/26 ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday, November 7
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:30 AM
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four-digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For registration information please visit: oneinmath.com This program is suitable for children K-3rd grade. Free. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 7 · 3 PM
Practice Spanish Speaking Skills for Spanish Language Learners
Build confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, supportive group. This group is open to Spanish language learners from any background, whether you speak Spanish at home or are learning it for the first time. Meets weekly on Saturdays. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 7 · 4:30 PM
Language and Culture Swap
¿Hablas español y quieres aprender inglés? Speak English and want to learn Spanish? Build community with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Everyone has something to contribute! Construye comunidad con personas de diferentes antecedentes lingüísticos y culturales. ¡Todos tienen algo que aportar! In this program, Spanish-proficient participants with limited English skills will share their linguistic and cultural knowledge with English-proficient participants with limited Spanish skills and vice-versa to create a mutually enriching learning experience. En este programa,…
Sunday, November 8
Sun, Nov 8 · 1 PM
Furry Friends Reading Buddies
Learning to read is hard, and practicing reading out loud can be a challenge. Kids can come practice reading out loud to dogs. Reading to dogs can help reduce the stress of practicing reading. Children are encouraged to come to the library early to pick their book before the program begins. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 8 · 2 PM
Basic English Level 0
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences 这门课将由一位精通英语和中文的老师授课。 Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 8 · 3 PM
Basic English Level 1
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences Lớp này sẽ được giảng dạy bởi một giáo viên có khả năng song ngữ Anh-Việt. Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tuesday, November 10
Tue, Nov 10 · 11 AM
Family Storytime and Stay & Play
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Nov 10 · 4 PM
Messy STEAM
Learning is messy, so the 2nd Tuesday of every month we’re getting out the aprons and smocks. Whether it’s science, technology, engineering, art, or math, we’re making a mess learning at the library. Free, no registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Wednesday, November 11
Wed, Nov 11 · 4 PM
Crochet Club
A casual beginner friendly introduction to crocheting. Each week will build on the previous week as participants work towards creating a project. Crochet Club's current project: Scarfs ADA Accommodation Requests
Wed, Nov 11 · 5:30 PM
Weekly Citizenship Class
Beginning your path to citizenship? Join us for a class series covering: The naturalization process U.S. history and government English language skills for the citizenship interview Course information: Every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm 11/4/26-12/16/26 Each week we will cover a different portion of the application process and practice new skills No class 11/25/26 ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday, November 14
Sat, Nov 14 · 11:30 AM
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four-digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For registration information please visit: oneinmath.com This program is suitable for children K-3rd grade. Free. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 14 · 3 PM
Practice Spanish Speaking Skills for Spanish Language Learners
Build confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, supportive group. This group is open to Spanish language learners from any background, whether you speak Spanish at home or are learning it for the first time. Meets weekly on Saturdays. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 14 · 3 PM
Who Wears This Hat? with Rochelle Rabouin
Rochelle Rabouin is a vocalist, musician, master teaching artist, arts in education-enrichment specialist, consultant, trainer and author. She creates and presents educational based programs that are also fun. Audience members/students will listen to a story about hats and learn about the many service occupations and situations, where people traditionally wear a hat. Participants will discover how these "Hat wearing people" benefit our local and global community. Audience members/students are encouraged to wear a hat! ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 14 · 4:30 PM
Language and Culture Swap
¿Hablas español y quieres aprender inglés? Speak English and want to learn Spanish? Build community with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Everyone has something to contribute! Construye comunidad con personas de diferentes antecedentes lingüísticos y culturales. ¡Todos tienen algo que aportar! In this program, Spanish-proficient participants with limited English skills will share their linguistic and cultural knowledge with English-proficient participants with limited Spanish skills and vice-versa to create a mutually enriching learning experience. En este programa,…
Sunday, November 15
Sun, Nov 15 · 1 PM
Art Club
Join us for an afternoon featuring a variety of fun arts and crafts activities for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 15 · 2 PM
Basic English Level 0
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences 这门课将由一位精通英语和中文的老师授课。 Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 15 · 3 PM
Basic English Level 1
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences Lớp này sẽ được giảng dạy bởi một giáo viên có khả năng song ngữ Anh-Việt. Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tuesday, November 17
Tue, Nov 17 · 10:30 AM
U.S. Citizenship Interview Practice
A facilitator will conduct practice interviews that simulate USCIS citizenship interviews. The facilitator will: Ask about the information on the N-400 form, Ask ten civics questions, Provide a sentence to be read aloud, and Dictate a sentence to write. Each mock interview takes approximately 20-30 minutes. The facilitator will not provide specific application advice but will direct the applicant to legal services. Free. Registration encouraged. Drop-ins welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Nov 17 · 11 AM
Vietnamese Storytime with ICAN
Vietnamese Storytime with ICAN welcomes children and their caregivers to participate in early literacy activities in both Vietnamese and English. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free. No registration required. For a complete list of storytimes: sjpl.org/storytimes ADA Accommodation Requests Giờ kể chuyện song ngữ cùng ICAN chào đón trẻ em và các phụ huynh tham gia các hoạt động đọc và viết song ngữ tiếng Việt và tiếng Anh. Chương trình này dành cho trẻ em ở mọi lứa tuổi và phụ huynh/người chăm sóc! Miễn phí. Không cần đăng ký. Để xem danh sách đầy…
Tue, Nov 17 · 11 AM
Family Storytime and Stay & Play
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests
Wednesday, November 18
Wed, Nov 18 · 4 PM
Crochet Club
A casual beginner friendly introduction to crocheting. Each week will build on the previous week as participants work towards creating a project. Crochet Club's current project: Scarfs ADA Accommodation Requests
Wed, Nov 18 · 5:30 PM
Weekly Citizenship Class
Beginning your path to citizenship? Join us for a class series covering: The naturalization process U.S. history and government English language skills for the citizenship interview Course information: Every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm 11/4/26-12/16/26 Each week we will cover a different portion of the application process and practice new skills No class 11/25/26 ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday, November 21
Sat, Nov 21 · 11:30 AM
OneinMath: Math Program for K-3rd
Join us for a free math program for kindergarten to 3rd grade students to learn basic Arithmetic. Including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from one digit to four-digit numbers. It is taught by trained high school students. The focus is to build confidence and love for Math in young students. For registration information please visit: oneinmath.com This program is suitable for children K-3rd grade. Free. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 21 · 12 PM
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Requirements: Must be able to commit to the 60-minute session. Anyone under the age of 13 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardian. No experience or special skills necessary. The library will provide supplies. Registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 21 · 2 PM
Baby Lapsit Storytime
This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently , and their caregivers. Baby Lapsit invites newborns, young infants, and their caregivers to learn together and strengthen their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play. After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! Some special toys and the Storytime librarian will join in the fun, giving babies and parents time to connect. Baby Lapsit Storytime 2:00 pm - 2:25 pm Stay & Play 2:25 pm - 2:55 pm This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality…
Sat, Nov 21 · 3 PM
Practice Spanish Speaking Skills for Spanish Language Learners
Build confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, supportive group. This group is open to Spanish language learners from any background, whether you speak Spanish at home or are learning it for the first time. Meets weekly on Saturdays. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sat, Nov 21 · 4:30 PM
Language and Culture Swap
¿Hablas español y quieres aprender inglés? Speak English and want to learn Spanish? Build community with people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Everyone has something to contribute! Construye comunidad con personas de diferentes antecedentes lingüísticos y culturales. ¡Todos tienen algo que aportar! In this program, Spanish-proficient participants with limited English skills will share their linguistic and cultural knowledge with English-proficient participants with limited Spanish skills and vice-versa to create a mutually enriching learning experience. En este programa,…
Sunday, November 22
Sun, Nov 22 · 1 PM
Art Club
Join us for an afternoon featuring a variety of fun arts and crafts activities for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 22 · 2 PM
Basic English Level 0
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences 这门课将由一位精通英语和中文的老师授课。 Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 22 · 3 PM
Basic English Level 1
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences Lớp này sẽ được giảng dạy bởi một giáo viên có khả năng song ngữ Anh-Việt. Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sunday, November 29
Sun, Nov 29 · 1 PM
Art Club
Join us for an afternoon featuring a variety of fun arts and crafts activities for kids. All tools and supplies are provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 29 · 2 PM
Basic English Level 0
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences 这门课将由一位精通英语和中文的老师授课。 Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Sun, Nov 29 · 3 PM
Basic English Level 1
Learn the basics of English in an inclusive and welcoming environment! You will: • Learn basic vocabulary • Understand simple grammar • Read simple texts and write basic sentences Lớp này sẽ được giảng dạy bởi một giáo viên có khả năng song ngữ Anh-Việt. Free. Registration requested, but not required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tuesday, December 1
Tue, Dec 1 · 10:30 AM
U.S. Citizenship Interview Practice
A facilitator will conduct practice interviews that simulate USCIS citizenship interviews. The facilitator will: Ask about the information on the N-400 form, Ask ten civics questions, Provide a sentence to be read aloud, and Dictate a sentence to write. Each mock interview takes approximately 20-30 minutes. The facilitator will not provide specific application advice but will direct the applicant to legal services. Free. Registration encouraged. Drop-ins welcome. ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Dec 1 · 11 AM
Family Storytime and Stay & Play
Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! Free, with limited capacity. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests
Tue, Dec 1 · 4 PM
Origami is Coding
Learn key concepts in coding through origami, the art of folding paper. Participants will fold a different animal or object each month. The techniques for folding the project will be tied to key concepts in coding. This is a completely unplugged activity that teaches computational reasoning without the use of a computer. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Wednesday, December 2
Wed, Dec 2 · 4 PM
Crochet Club
A casual beginner friendly introduction to crocheting. Each week will build on the previous week as participants work towards creating a project. Crochet Club's current project: Scarfs ADA Accommodation Requests
Wed, Dec 2 · 5:30 PM
Weekly Citizenship Class
Beginning your path to citizenship? Join us for a class series covering: The naturalization process U.S. history and government English language skills for the citizenship interview Course information: Every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm 11/4/26-12/16/26 Each week we will cover a different portion of the application process and practice new skills No class 11/25/26 ADA Accommodation Requests