Storytimes near WILLOW GLEN BRANCH LIBRARY

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Join us for artsy fun as we learn about different artists and art styles that have made a major impact on creative thinking in our world. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Group Study Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutors can help! Current Weekly Schedule: Tuesdays at 4:30 PM Thursdays at 11 AM (assistance available in English or Mandarin Chinese) Saturdays at 10 AM How To Attend: Participants are encouraged to pre-register, however drop-ins are also considered. Register online or by calling the Willow Glen Branch Library at 408-808-3045 during the library's open hours. Participants will fill out a quick survey prior to their appointment to assess their technological goal/s, as well as a post-evaluation survey to gauge how the session went. Questions: Please contact Yannina Yang at Yannina.Yang@sjlibrary.org with any questions or concerns. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Children's Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

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 volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Join us every Friday at the Willow Glen Branch Library for a fun activity for kids. Activities may include arts & crafts, special performances or workshops, and board or video games. Note: 2nd Friday of every month is free play with Legos®! All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Group Study Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutors can help! Current Weekly Schedule: Tuesdays at 4:30 PM Thursdays at 11 AM (assistance available in English or Mandarin Chinese) Saturdays at 10 AM How To Attend: Participants are encouraged to pre-register, however drop-ins are also considered. Register online or by calling the Willow Glen Branch Library at 408-808-3045 during the library's open hours. Participants will fill out a quick survey prior to their appointment to assess their technological goal/s, as well as a post-evaluation survey to gauge how the session went. Questions: Please contact Yannina Yang at Yannina.Yang@sjlibrary.org with any questions or concerns. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Join a Santa Clara County Master Gardener for a monthly talk on various topics. This month: Transform your garden into a canvas of color! Join us for a captivating workshop on growing irises, the stunning, easy-to-care-for flowers that absolutely thrive in the Santa Clara Valley. These resilient beauties come in a spectacular rainbow of colors, from soft pastels to vibrant jewel tones, and are the perfect way to add a splash of drama and elegance to your landscape. You'll be iris-istibly drawn to these beautiful flowers! During this talk, you'll learn the secrets to cultivating these magnificent plants from UC-Santa Clara County Master Gardener Mary Collins, a seasoned expert and member of the Clara B. Rees Iris Society. Mary will guide you through everything you need to know, including: A look at the various types of irises. Step-by-step instructions on how to plant and care for your irises. Essential techniques for dividing and replanting rhizomes, so you can easily increase your spectacular blooms year after year. Whether you're a novice gardener or have a green thumb, you'll leave with the knowledge and confidence to grow a breathtaking iris display that will be the envy of your neighborhood. Upcoming topics are: May 16, 2026 - The Monarch Butterfly Crisis: What's Happening and How You Can Help June 20, 2026 - Grow You Own Herbs and Unlock Your Kitchen's Potential July 11, 2026 - Discover the Magic of Irises August - no talk in August September 12 - Winter's Bounty: Growing Great Garlic & Shallots October 24 - Wild at Home: Crafting a Backyard Sanctuary for Birds, Bees, and Beyond November 14 - The Thrifty Table: Creating Beautiful Holiday Centerpieces - no talk in December - Detailed program descriptions to be updated when available. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Group Study Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. Volunteer away your fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Volunteers are needed to help with: Book cover cleaning - Use disinfecting wipes to reinvigorate dingy books Children's toys cleanup - Use disinfecting wipes to disinfect children's toys Material inspection - Check books for torn pages, pen marks, etc. Tabletop/windows/grounds cleanup - Help reinvigorate our branch by wiping down tabletops, cleaning dusty windows, and picking up litter and sweeping outside the library. Details and Requirements: Must be able to commit to the full session Anyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardian No experience or special skills necessary To register, please call 408-808-3045 during library open hours or email Yannina.Yang@sjlibrary.org ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Learn how to make simple 2D animations with doodles and shapes on an Ipad. Participants will be introduced to the FlipaClip app and walk through a simple animation lesson. All supplies will be provided while they last. Participants are welcome to bring their personal Ipad and download the free "FlipaClip" app in advance. All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Come learn to play chess, or just play a game! This is an informal and welcoming program for kids up to age 12 and their families. Chess Club meets every Monday. Please check the website event listing for possible date cancellations and library holidays. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

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. As we navigate pandemic life, here are a few modifications to our Storytime: Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk 60 minutes prior to the start of Storytime. A second Storytime session will follow the first if the first session reaches maximum capacity of 50 participants. This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards . ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Do you enjoy working with yarn, knitting or crochet?  Want to see what others are working on, refine your skills, or talk about all things yarn, knitting and crochet?  All hand needle crafts welcome.  No training or supplies are provided, but if you need advice there are many experienced knitters who are happy to lend a hand. Grab your project and join us weekly in the Willow Glen Library Community Room. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Group Study Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Do you need to brush up your computer skills? Whether you need assistance putting together a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation, or receiving help submitting an online job application or other government document to learning a new online tool, our experienced and dedicated tech tutors can help! Current Weekly Schedule: Tuesdays at 4:30 PM Thursdays at 11 AM (assistance available in English or Mandarin Chinese) Saturdays at 10 AM How To Attend: Participants are encouraged to pre-register, however drop-ins are also considered. Register online or by calling the Willow Glen Branch Library at 408-808-3045 during the library's open hours. Participants will fill out a quick survey prior to their appointment to assess their technological goal/s, as well as a post-evaluation survey to gauge how the session went. Questions: Please contact Yannina Yang at Yannina.Yang@sjlibrary.org with any questions or concerns. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Our English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Club creates a welcoming and respectful environment for adult learners of English to practice their English conversation skills with a trained facilitator. The club meets weekly in the Library Community Room. Free. No registration required ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Community Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Join us for a soccer watch party as Semi-finals . Enjoy the excitement and cheer on your favorite teams and players in a family-friendly environment. Jerseys are encouraged, but not required. This event is part of SJ26 , San José’s citywide celebration of sports, community, and family-friendly fun. Additional Details This event is free and open to the public. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. FREE Program. No registration required. Request an ADA accommodations for this event . Semifinales: Reunión para Ver la Copa Mundial FIFA 2026 Únete a nosotros para ver el partido de fútbol mientras Semifinales . Disfruta de la emoción y anima a tus equipos y jugadores favoritos en un ambiente familiar. Se recomienda usar camisetas de los equipos, pero no es obligatorio. Este evento forma parte de SJ26 , una celebración de toda la ciudad de San José dedicada al deporte, a la comunidad y a la diversión familiar. Detalles adicionales Este evento es gratuito y está abierto al público. Los asientos estarán disponibles por orden de llegada. Programa GRATUITO. No se requiere inscripción. Solicita servicios de accesibilidad conforme a la ADA para este evento . Vòng Bán Kết: Buổi xem World Cup 2026 Hãy cùng chúng tôi xem trận đấu bóng đá giữa Vòng Bán Kết . Tận hưởng sự hào hứng và cổ vũ cho đội bóng và cầu thủ yêu thích của quý vị trong một không khí thân thiện với gia đình. Khuyến khích mặc áo đấu của đội nhưng không bắt buộc. Sự kiện này là một phần của  SJ26 , một lễ hội thể thao, cộng đồng và vui chơi gia đình trên toàn thành phố San Jose. Thông tin chi tiết bổ sung Sự kiện này hoàn toàn miễn phí và mở cửa cho công chúng. Chỗ ngồi được bố trí theo nguyên tắc đến trước phục vụ trước. Chương trình MIỄN PHÍ. Không cần ghi danh trước. Yêu cầu phương tiện theo Đạo Luật ADA cho sự kiện này.

Willow Glen, Children's Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

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 volunteers Mike, Sally & Matt. Kids are also welcome to practice reading to our volunteer. Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Children's Area, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Help your child build confidence and strengthen their Spanish reading skills in a fun and supportive environment! Children in kindergarten   through 3rd grade are invited to read aloud in Spanish to a trained teen volunteer who will offer encouragement and help with pronunciation when needed. Whether your child is a fluent Spanish reader or is still building their confidence, Reading Buddy in Spanish provides a welcoming space to practice reading skills, celebrate bilingual literacy, and foster a lifelong love of reading—especially for students enrolled in dual-language immersion programs. Recommended for: Children in grades K–3 and their caregivers. Please note: Caregivers must remain in the Children's Area during the program. ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Teen Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Join us at our monthly Willow Glen Library Teens Reach meeting to make your own comic themed bookmark and/or picture frame! Utilize old manga, comic, and graphic novel pages to create personalized bookmarks and picture frames. This hands-on workshop encourages participants to repurpose pages from their favorite stories into unique and creative decor. More Information about the Contest The Graphic Novel Making Contest (GNMC) was developed in 2008 as a teen program at a single branch library in recognition of growing interest in graphic novels and graphic arts. Inspired by participants’ enthusiasm and the quality of art, the contest grew into a system-wide annual tradition, open to participants of all ages and all California residents. The contest concludes with an awards ceremony to celebrate the creative efforts of all participants, announce the contest winners, and offer inspirational messages from guest speakers in the comics industry. Visit our webpage for more information: sjpl.org/graphicnovels/ ADA Accommodation Requests

Willow Glen, Teen Room, 1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Be part of a fun volunteering opportunity for teens between the ages of 13-18. Earn community service credit while supporting the library by assisting with library programs, promotion, and representing the library's teen point-of-view. Learn about teen volunteer opportunities and more by attending our monthly meetings - every THIRD Wednesday of each month - and have your say!  Teens Reach is the youth council for the San José Public Library, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates. If you are new to volunteering with San Jose Public Library, please check out  Teens Reach: Community Service for more information. If you wish to apply, click “Sign Me Up” under Willow Glen Branch Library.  ADA Accommodation Requests