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People and Community
Information and Events on Groups and Cultures, and on the Local Community
Below are Library-selected resources and events where you will be able to find information on groups and cultures, and on the local San Jose-area community. These resources have been collected primarily for public library users but may also be helpful to SJSU users.
 Page Contents:
- Databases
- Groups and Cultures Websites
- Local Community Information Sites
- Books
- Events
 Groups and Cultures Databases 

Anyone may access these 4 databases in the Library, but access away from the Library requires an SJ Library card number and PIN.


• Homework Information for Middle and High School Students — Student Research Center Opens in new window

Find information among magazines, newspapers, biographies, country reports, video, an online dictionary and encyclopedia. new


• World Book Online Reference Center Opens in new window

Find what you need among all articles from the print encyclopedia plus over 3,000 more, magazine articles, pictures, maps and more on groups, cultures and other subjects.


• Multiple Viewpoints on Current Issues — Points of View Reference Center Opens in new window

Series of essays taking multiple sides on over 250 current issues, including for each topic an overview, point, counterpoint, and Critical Thinking Guide. new


• Scholarly Journal Articles on Groups and Cultures — Academic Search Complete Opens in new window

Find complete, informative articles on groups, cultures and other subjects from among over 5,000 academic journals. new


• See all SJPL Databases

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 Groups and Cultures Websites   - Select a subject to see annotated weblinks and more.

• Accessibility and the ADA
• African Americans
• Asians and Pacific Islanders
• Assyrians

• Disability Resources
• Gay, Lesbian, Transgender, etc.
• General Ethnic Groups & Cultures

• Seniors Computer and Internet
• Seniors Health
• Seniors Services and Resources

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 Local Community Information Websites   - Select a subject to see annotated weblinks and more.

• Community Directories
• Community Events
• Emergency Information
• Homelessness Services

• Local Information Index
• Local Newspapers Archives
• San Jose Facts

• San Jose Mercury News
• Santa Clara County Newspapers
• Volunteering

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 Books on Groups and Cultures 

Book Search:

Find Books in San José Public Library or in Link+

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eBooks:

• eBooks from net Library

Anyone may access these eBooks in the Library, but access away from the Library requires an SJ Library card number and PIN. — For ebook assistance, see Who To Contact for More Help.

• Downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks from Overdrive

These are available to all SJLibrary card holders outside the Library; not available on any Library computers.

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  San José Library Community and Multicultural Events  

The following events are scheduled at the King Library and San José Public Library branches. Select a Title link for more information about an event.
List 1 - 11 of 11 records
Date/Time Title Location
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 30
All Library Open Hours		 Berryessa Library Adult Program Survey Berryessa Branch Library
3355 Noble Ave.
Mon, Nov 30
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM		 South Asian Book Club Edenvale Branch Library
101 Branham Ln. East
Wed, Dec 2
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM		 District 1 Office Hours with Councilmember Constant West Valley Branch Library
1243 San Tomas Aquino Rd.
Thu, Dec 3
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM		 Join Child Advocates of Silicon Valley Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch Library
3090 Alum Rock Ave. - Community Room
Thu, Dec 3
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM		 District 8 Community Roundtable Evergreen Branch Library
2635 Aborn Rd. - Community Room
Fri, Dec 4
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM		 Movie Time Cambrian Branch Library
1780 Hillsdale Ave. - Community Room
Sat, Dec 5
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM		 Wendy Duong Introduces Postcards from Nam Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
150 E. San Fernando St. - Rooms 225/229, 2nd Floor
Wed, Dec 9
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM		 Zumba Dance Aerobic Class Pearl Avenue Branch Library
4270 Pearl Ave. - Community Room
Wed, Dec 16
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM		 Zumba Dance Aerobic Class Pearl Avenue Branch Library
4270 Pearl Ave. - Community Room
Fri, Dec 18
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM		 13th Street Neighborhood Advisory Committee (Public Meeting) Joyce Ellington Branch Library
491 E. Empire St.
Sat, Dec 19
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM		 Winter Faire at Edenvale Library Edenvale Branch Library
101 Branham Ln. East - Community Room

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This page last updated August 25, 2009 by the Web Team

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