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City of San José EV Reach Code Webinars Virtual discussion of draft electric vehicle charging requirements for new multifamily developments under the City’s building reach code.

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Check out this opportunity! 👀

Mini Comic Zines – Create your own mini 8 panel comic in zine format on Thursday December 1st @ 3:30 PM

This month we'll be making 8-page comic zines about something personal – your pick on what is personal. Create a comic about how you clean your room, or make a review of your top 7 colors. Zines can be scanned, reproduced, and shared as you choose. Do it on paper or make a printable version on Canva.

Missed the Thursday activity? Supplies available on Saturday, December 3rd.

Register below:
https://bit.ly/3WuNzhk

Calling all board and card gams players! 🃏

Join other middle and high school aged teens for fun filled afternoons of board and card games. Bring your own (age appropriate) games to share or choose from a library game, and hang out in TeenHQ.

Join us Thursdays from 3:30-5:00 PM

More info below:
https://bit.ly/3Ugr6T6

ATTENTION STUDENTS: On Monday, October 24th, we're hosting a breakout session during the Santa Clara County Office of Education's College Day, an annual opportunity to learn more about the resources available to assist you in your education journeys.

Join us to hear from San José State University counselors and students about the Spartan East Side Promise and other resources available through the East Side Education Foundation. Parents, educators, students, and families are welcome!

Register for College Day: na.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?eventid=713617&

Attend our Zoom session from 7-8pm: us02web.zoom.us/j/87320307728

Join San Jose Public Library for a series of College and Career Readiness courses free for all middle and high school students.

Sat, Sept 17 @ 2:00 PM, Virtual: Time Management Skills
Sat, Sept 24 @ 2:00 PM, @ Bascom Library: Interview Skills (Part 1)
Sat, Oct 1 @ 2:00 PM, Virtual: Self-Advocacy
Sat, Oct 1 @ 2:00 PM, Virtual: Interview Skills (Part 2)
Sat, Oct 8 @ 11:00 AM, @ Hillview Library: Self-Awareness
Sat, Oct 8 @ 2:00 PM, @ Seven Trees Library: SAT Prep

Register at: http://www.sjpl.org/studysmart

Join us for a special edition of our Teens Reach Meeting.
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This presentation will help guide students to make informed decisions about academic plans and information on how to research colleges, careers, financial aid and scholarships.
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Register below:
https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/62f2f3e661b2dc2328cbdb67

is hosting an original Zoom theater play, "The Dare". This is a "choose your own adventure" style show with multiple scenarios for the audience to choose from.

You're invited!
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TeenHQ is hosting an original Zoom theater play, "The Dare". This is a "choose your own adventure" style show with multiple scenarios for the audience to choose from.
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Join us for the live screening of the production and vote with your friends and family on the best choices for our characters to make. And get to meet the actors afterward! Every member of the cast is a local teen who would love to share their experience with you.
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Registration required @ bit.ly/3zTjZZn

We're happy to announce that starting today, Monday, August 1st, the Hillview Branch Library will reopen its doors to the public.

For current hours, visit: sjpl.org/Hillview

Calling all middle and high school students, you're invited!
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Join us on Saturday, August 6 at 11:00 AM for our Teen Civics Summit.
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Learn about important topics such as equity and diversity, while also building your leadership skills. Refreshments will be provided along with door prizes.
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Register below:
https://bit.ly/3cCITTT

Virtual District 3 Teens Reach Meeting (via Zoom)

Join us on Wednesday, July 20 at 4 pm for the monthly District 3 Teens Reach Meeting.

SJPL libraries in District 3 include Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. Library and East San José Carnegie, Biblioteca Latinoamericana, and Joyce Ellington branches.

This month, we will learn a little about art, sketching, and color!

Teens Reach provides an opportunity for teens 13 to 18 years of age to gain community service hours, develop leadership skills, and meet new friends! If you are not already a member, you can find more information on volunteering at Teens Reach at: https://www.sjpl.org/teensreach Meetings are virtual using Zoom. A zoom link will be sent to you one hour before the program begins.

Free. Registration required. To register, please click on the link and click on the blue “Register” button.

https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/629f92fbdb121f410088b85c

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please call 408-808-2000 or email [email protected] at least three business days prior to the event.

Virtual District 3 Teens Reach Meeting Join us on Wednesday, July 20 at 4 pm for the monthly District 3 Teens Reach Meeting! SJPL libraries in District 3 include Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. Library and East San José Carnegie, Biblioteca Latinoamericana, and Joyce Ellington branches. This month, we will learn a little about art, sketching...

Playwriting Workshop for Teens
Saturday, July 23, 2022
2:00PM – 3:30PM

King Library
TeenHQ, first floor mezzanine
150 East San Fernando Street
San Jose, CA 95112

To register, please click on the blue “Register” button.

https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6292bb61514d1536008f1b2f

GNMC Trivia for Teens (Virtual)

Friday, July 15, 2022
4:30PM – 5:30PM
Online event via Zoom

Hosted by the West Valley Branch Library. This event takes place during West Valley Branch's Teens Reach meeting. All teens are welcome to attend.

Love comic books and all things nerdy? So do we! Put your knowledge to the test in SJPL's very own trivia gauntlet! We'll be tackling questions from graphic novels, manga, anime, and just about anything related to the amazing world of comics! Throw down with other fans in your age category. Winners will receive exclusive bragging rights and a nifty prize at a location of their choosing! Join the battle today!

This trivia program is for teens ages 13-17.

Trivia will be played on Kahoot!

Registration is required to receive a link and password. Deadline to sign-up will be 1 hour before the program begins.
https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6244909e9c24262800282594

GNMC Trivia for Teens (Virtual) Hosted by the West Valley Branch Library. This event takes place during West Valley Branch's Teens Reach meeting. All teens are welcome to attend. Love comic books and all things nerdy? So do we! Put your knowledge to the test in SJPL's very own trivia gauntlet! We'll be tackling questions from grap...

African Art Class for Teens: Create with the Pros

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
TeenHQ, Mezzanine
150 E San Fernando St
San Jose California 95112

CLASS DATES & TIMES

MONDAY, JUNE 13TH
With Artist Paige Maison, 3– 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 9TH
With Artist Delgreta Brown, 2– 3:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5TH
With Artist Shani Williams, 2– 3:30 p.m.

High School and Middle School students are welcome.
These free art lessons will delve into African art styles. From painting, sketching, cartooning, sculpting, etc., you will get hands-on training from the pros! Come with nothing but yourself and be provided with the materials you need to create a unique piece of art to share, take home and/or display.

https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/627da066c48bfd28006994ea

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Join us for a discussion on how San Jose Clean Energy is propelling our city towards a carbon-free future and how you can make a difference in fighting climate change.

This is a perfect opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering away their library fines. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 by participating at this event.

Sign up: https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6244bf0a39637a360087f2c9

Teens, we want to hear from you!
Did we mention that you have a chance to be entered into a drawing for some goodies such as a skateboard from a local skateboarding shop or a pair of wireless ear buds?
Please take our survey below.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/s2022teensurvey

Join us on Saturday, March 12, 2022 for the Survival as an Ohlone Native American event hosted by the Youth Science Institute. Learn all about the Ohlone people, and how the plants and animals that are native to Alum Rock Park were essential to their survival!

Space is limited, register for your spot today! bit.ly/36ZugHq

SJPL is seeking to fill a part-time Library Aide position!

Library Aides are responsible for keeping shelves in order so that customers can locate items easily and filing materials on the shelves quickly and accurately. Apply by Wed., Feb. 16.

For details on qualifications, visit https://www.sjpl.org/jobs/library-aide-pt-0.

Teen Crash Course in Creative Writing
Saturday, February 26, 2022
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Online event via Zoom
This program is for high school and middle school students, ages 12-18



https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/q=Teen%20Crash%20Course%20in%20Creative%20Writing

Life & Coffee for New Adults: California Labor Laws & Safety 101
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Online event via Zoom

People ages 13-24 are encouraged to register for this program.

https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/61e1d266950fa036000c4895

Life & Coffee for New Adults: California Labor Laws & Safety 101 Join us for a presentation on labor laws and work safety by two California state experts, one from the Labor Commissioner’s Office and one from Cal/OSHA. The presentation will be 45 minutes with time for questions and answers at the end. Those 13-24 years of age are encouraged to register for this...

Teen Crash Course in Creative Writing
Saturday, February 26, 2022
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Online event via Zoom
This program is for high school and middle school students, ages 12-18



https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/q=Teen%20Crash%20Course%20in%20Creative%20Writing

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Author's Corner (Virtual)
Friday, January 28, 2022
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

This online event series is for high school and middle school students, ages 12-18 and meets via Zoom.

https://sjpl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/q=Author's%20Corner%20(Virtual)

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