Family Storytime

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 pr......More

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 Library Knitters

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 ......More

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

1 on 1 Tech Assistance

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,......More

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

English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

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......More

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 Library Book Club

A fun and engaging literary discussion group. The Willow Glen Library Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 1PM in the library Community Room. Newcomers welcome! 2025 Book Selections: January 8, 2025 - The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro A......More

A fun and engaging literary discussion group. The Willow Glen Library Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 1PM in the library Community Room. Newcomers welcome! 2025 Book Selections: January 8, 2025 - The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa February 5, 2025 - The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave March 5, 2025 - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt April 2, 2025 - The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride May 7, 2025 - A Good Man in Africa by William Boyd (available to borrow through LINK+) June 4, 2025 - The Survivors by Jane Harper July 2, 2025 - All Fours by Miranda July August 6, 2025 - We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes September 3, 2025 - The Memory Palace by Nate DiMeo October 1, 2025 - The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon November 5, 2025 - Heartwood by Amity Gaige no program in December *Additional titles to be selected in November Free. No registration required. ADA Accommodation Requests

Reading To Children at the Willow Glen Library

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

Las Madres Playgroup

Join Las Madres Willow Glen for our monthly playgroup at the Willow Glen Library! Las Madres is a community of parents and caregivers who come together for playdates, parent events, and more to support each other and our little ones. Our playgroups are the heart of wh......More

Join Las Madres Willow Glen for our monthly playgroup at the Willow Glen Library! Las Madres is a community of parents and caregivers who come together for playdates, parent events, and more to support each other and our little ones. Our playgroups are the heart of what we do and meet regularly for socializing and playtime. Learn more about Las Madres. This is a free event. No registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests

1 on 1 Tech Assistance

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,......More

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

Reading To Children at the Willow Glen Library

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

Summer Learning Kick-Off featuring Andy Z

Join us on our patio to kick-off the start of Summer Learning! Register and get pick your free book and spin our prize wheel to get bonus goodies.  Special performance by musician Andy Z at 4:00pm! This program is gene......More

Join us on our patio to kick-off the start of Summer Learning! Register and get pick your free book and spin our prize wheel to get bonus goodies.  Special performance by musician Andy Z at 4:00pm! This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Willow Glen Branch Library Free. No registration required. Join us every Friday for Friday Fun 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®! ADA Accommodation Requests

Family Storytime

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 pr......More

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 Library Knitters

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 ......More

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

1 on 1 Tech Assistance

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,......More

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

English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Club

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......More

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

Reading To Children at the Willow Glen Library

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

1 on 1 Tech Assistance

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,......More

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

Wee Love Art!

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

Reading To Children at the Willow Glen Library

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

Friday Fun : Legos® Fun!

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 prov......More

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