Friday Fun

Each week will feature a special craft or activity, so you can get creative. Come together to have fun and build community! Children, teens, and adults, and families are invited to play a selection of board games and card games that are available. Free. No registrati......More

Each week will feature a special craft or activity, so you can get creative. Come together to have fun and build community! Children, teens, and adults, and families are invited to play a selection of board games and card games that are available. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children with Vivian

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

LEGO® Club

Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registratio......More

Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Bridge Card Game

Bridge is great exercise for your brain! This Bridge program is designed for adults who are passionate about Bridge and are looking to enhance their game with regular practice and social interaction. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it an ideal setting t......More

Bridge is great exercise for your brain! This Bridge program is designed for adults who are passionate about Bridge and are looking to enhance their game with regular practice and social interaction. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it an ideal setting to engage with fellow Bridge enthusiasts and to refine your strategies. Participants should be familiar with Bridge terminology and have experience in playing the hand as instructions or assistance will not be provided. Free. Seating is limited, registration required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends' of the Cambrian Library! ADA Accommodation Requests 

Reading to Children with Lee

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer, Kids are also welcome to practice ......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer, Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Friday Fun

Each week will feature a special craft or activity, so you can get creative. Come together to have fun and build community! Children, teens, and adults, and families are invited to play a selection of board games and card games that are available. Free. No registrati......More

Each week will feature a special craft or activity, so you can get creative. Come together to have fun and build community! Children, teens, and adults, and families are invited to play a selection of board games and card games that are available. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children in Japanese 「子供達の為の絵本読みきかせクラス(日本語)」

Participate in a read aloud and sing together in Japanese with other families. The stories and songs are great for families with young children. The program will be in Japanese. All are welcome! See you there. This is a free event. No registration is required. ......More

Participate in a read aloud and sing together in Japanese with other families. The stories and songs are great for families with young children. The program will be in Japanese. All are welcome! See you there. This is a free event. No registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests 他のご家族と絵本の読み聞かせに参加して、一緒に日本語の絵本を楽しみましょう。ものがたりは小さなお子様連れのご家族に最適です。プログラムは日本語で行われます。皆さんぜひ来てくださいね。会場で会いましょう。 このプログラムは無料で、事前登録の必要はありません。

Monthly Reading to Children with Bria

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. This is a once a month Reading to Children event!  Hear the special voice talents of Ms. Bria!!! Reading to Children will take place in the 2nd Floor Picture Book Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children with Vivian

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

LEGO® Club

Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registratio......More

Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children with Aysha

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

One-On-One Reading Coach for Kids

Our One-on-One Reading Tutor for Kids provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Our reading coach creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps ......More

Our One-on-One Reading Tutor for Kids provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Our reading coach creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our reading coach will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Cambrian Branch Library to read aloud to their reading coach. Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions will be 15 minutes. (A little longer session may be permitted, provided there are no other participants). Participants can also use their session to read away their fines! Just inform your coach (open to youth only). Please note, that the One-On-One Reading Tutor for Kids is a program to encourage young readers to practice their reading skills with an adult volunteer. (It is not intended as an hour long tutoring session.) ADA Accommodation Requests

ELL Conversation Club for Beginners

Come and practice speaking English with a friendly group in the library. We will practice: Vocabulary for everyday activities Listening Skills Reading Skills Speaking Skills Free. No registration is required. For ages 18+ only.  ......More

Come and practice speaking English with a friendly group in the library. We will practice: Vocabulary for everyday activities Listening Skills Reading Skills Speaking Skills Free. No registration is required. For ages 18+ only.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Cambrian Pokemon Club

Join us to have fun playing Pokemon, trading cards, and learning strategies for improving your game! ADA Accommodation Requests

Bridge Card Game

Bridge is great exercise for your brain! This Bridge program is designed for adults who are passionate about Bridge and are looking to enhance their game with regular practice and social interaction. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it an ideal setting t......More

Bridge is great exercise for your brain! This Bridge program is designed for adults who are passionate about Bridge and are looking to enhance their game with regular practice and social interaction. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it an ideal setting to engage with fellow Bridge enthusiasts and to refine your strategies. Participants should be familiar with Bridge terminology and have experience in playing the hand as instructions or assistance will not be provided. Free. Seating is limited, registration required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends' of the Cambrian Library! ADA Accommodation Requests 

Reading to Children with Lee

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer, Kids are also welcome to practice ......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer, Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Coding with Swift Playground

Get started with Swift, the language used to create apps and programs for iOS and macOS. The program is self-paced and will introduce the language and get participants started with the Swift Playgrounds app. iPads will be provided however, they are limited, so registra......More

Get started with Swift, the language used to create apps and programs for iOS and macOS. The program is self-paced and will introduce the language and get participants started with the Swift Playgrounds app. iPads will be provided however, they are limited, so registration will be required. If slots are available at the start of the program we will accept walk-ins. Who Can Join: Perfect for 5-10-year-olds who can read and follow written instructions! Participants will understand more about coding, this class is your first leap into the vast and exciting world of programming. Free. Registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children with Ms. Willow

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Community Yoga and Heartfulness Meditation

Experience the soothing calm of yoga and meditation, as presented  by our partner, The Heartfulness Institute each Saturday.  Yoga is taught by certified instructors and meditation is taught by a Heartfulness certified instructor.  Yoga may be either chair or regular ......More

Experience the soothing calm of yoga and meditation, as presented  by our partner, The Heartfulness Institute each Saturday.  Yoga is taught by certified instructors and meditation is taught by a Heartfulness certified instructor.  Yoga may be either chair or regular yoga.   Please be sure to bring your yoga mat! The program structure is 75 minutes as described below: 5 min Meet & greet 35 min Yoga and Pranayama (different styles like hatha or arkaya yoga) 5 min posture change break 25 min Heartfulness Relaxation & Meditation (experience, hands-on) This program is geared to enrich the lives of adults and seniors. Please note that all NEW participants will need to complete the Exercise Waiver in order to be able to participate.  The Exercise Waiver must be completed before your first day of participation.  Exercise Waivers will be provided at each meeting. ADA Accommodation Requests

Digital Skills: Applying for Jobs and Resume Basics

Join us for a course on computer basics. Each month will cover one of the following topics: Computer Basics: Introduction to Touch Typing, Using the Mouse, and Internet Browsers Digital Security and Online Safety Understanding Scams and Misinformation Applying for......More

Join us for a course on computer basics. Each month will cover one of the following topics: Computer Basics: Introduction to Touch Typing, Using the Mouse, and Internet Browsers Digital Security and Online Safety Understanding Scams and Misinformation Applying for Jobs and Resume Basics With SJPL's Digital Skill Building Pathways, you can practice the skills essential to living and working in the digital world. Learning paths include free lessons, resources, and library events like computer classes. Practice your digital skills at your own pace at sjpl.org/digital-skills or find a program at your local San José Public Library location. #digitalskillbuildingpathways  #dsbDigitalSkills ADA Accommodation Requests

Astro Revolution: Astronomy Workshop

Join us in the fascinating journey of exploring the Universe at the workshop led by a member of the Astro Revolution club. You will learn about exoplanets, space junk, space medicine, the northern lights, and the mechanics that keep our planet going! In each session, y......More

Join us in the fascinating journey of exploring the Universe at the workshop led by a member of the Astro Revolution club. You will learn about exoplanets, space junk, space medicine, the northern lights, and the mechanics that keep our planet going! In each session, you will gain a basic understanding of the laws that set everything in motion, supported by hands-on experiments. The workshop is intended for students 9-13 years old. Free. Registration required.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Chess Club: Beginner to Intermediate

Come learn to play chess! This is a weekly welcoming workshop for players who are new or want to brush up on their chess knowledge or tactics. Each week will consist of a short presentation and dedicated time to practice through a game.  For ages 8-18. Limited seating......More

Come learn to play chess! This is a weekly welcoming workshop for players who are new or want to brush up on their chess knowledge or tactics. Each week will consist of a short presentation and dedicated time to practice through a game.  For ages 8-18. Limited seating up to 20 players. Free. Registration required.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children with Vivian

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading Buddies with Teens Reach

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a volunteer from Cambrian Branch Library's Teens Reach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing rea......More

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a volunteer from Cambrian Branch Library's Teens Reach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our volunteers will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Cambrian Branch Library. Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions may be limited depending on the number of volunteers and/or participating students. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading Buddies with Teens Reach

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a volunteer from Cambrian Branch Library's Teens Reach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing rea......More

Reading Buddies provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a volunteer from Cambrian Branch Library's Teens Reach. Reading Buddies creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our volunteers will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Cambrian Branch Library. Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions may be limited depending on the number of volunteers and/or participating students. ADA Accommodation Requests

LEGO® Club

Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registratio......More

Come join us at Cambrian Branch Library for our LEGO® Club! We'll supply both big and small LEGO® pieces, so come and bring your creativity! Important: Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents as small LEGO® pieces can be choking hazards. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading to Children with Aysha

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice r......More

Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. Children will enjoy one-on-one or small group interaction with our volunteer. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Reading to Children will take place in the Children's Area.  ADA Accommodation Requests

One-On-One Reading Coach for Kids

Our One-on-One Reading Tutor for Kids provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Our reading coach creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps ......More

Our One-on-One Reading Tutor for Kids provides students in grades K-3 with an opportunity to improve their reading skills by working one-on-one with a reading coach. Our reading coach creates a positive reading experience for beginning and developing readers and helps children build confidence as readers. Our reading coach will listen to children read and provide support in phonics, sight words, and comprehension. Students can bring their favorite book or choose from the available selection at the Cambrian Branch Library to read aloud to their reading coach. Free. Pre-registration not required. However, reading sessions are available on a first come, first served basis and the duration of reading sessions will be 15 minutes. (A little longer session may be permitted, provided there are no other participants). Participants can also use their session to read away their fines! Just inform your coach (open to youth only). Please note, that the One-On-One Reading Tutor for Kids is a program to encourage young readers to practice their reading skills with an adult volunteer. (It is not intended as an hour long tutoring session.) ADA Accommodation Requests