“In Our Own Words” authors readings
Come celebrate with the authors of “In Our Own Words”, the book created by participants in the Adult Literary Program of the Santa Clara City Library, and hear them read some of their submissions. This event is open to the public, and activities for children will be provided. Dessert will be served following the program. [...]
International Literacy Day is September 6th
The Santa Clara City Library salutes the Read Santa Clara staff, volunteer tutors, and learners who work diligently year round to increase literacy in Santa Clara. Did you know every year Read Santa Clara helps 100 adults who are struggling with basic literacy? And that each year Read Santa Clara’s outreach programs in Santa Clara [...]
Northside Library Ground-breaking Event
On Monday evening, July 9th, around 200 people gathered at the site of the future Santa Clara City Library Northside Library branch to celebrate and break ground. Rajeev Batra, Director of Public Works led off by describing the project and welcoming all the guests. Santa Clara Mayor Jamie Matthews spoke about the values libraries provide our [...]
Santa Clara Northside Branch Library Groundbreaking
On Monday, July 9th at 5:30pm the Santa Clara Library Foundation and Friends and the City of Santa Clara will jointly celebrate the groundbreaking on this project at 695 Morland Way, at Rivermark in Santa Clara. RSVPs are not required, and if you want more information contact 408 615-3000. If you would like to make [...]
State Cuts All Public Library Funding for Literacy Programs
As of January, 2012, the state has completely eliminated all state-sponsored funding for public libraries, including funds for literacy programs. Unless the California State Legislature acts to change this, literacy programs throughout the state will be in serious jeopardy, including our own Read Santa Clara. Imagine if you couldn’t read and write. How would you [...]
What if public libraries weren’t free and accessible for ALL?
As of January, 2012, the state has completely eliminated all state-sponsored funding for public libraries. Unless the California State Legislature acts to change this, funding will evaporate for the long-standing cooperation agreement among public libraries that allows residents of one community to freely use a library in another community. For example, Santa Clara County Libraries [...]
Who pays the bill when you use a library in a community you don’t live in?
If you are like many people who use multiple libraries, or use a library close to work instead of close to home, the STATE BUDGET CUTS MAY AFFECT YOU. The Santa Clara City Library serves tens of thousands of people who don’t live in Santa Clara. State Funds called “Transaction Based Reimbursement” (TBR) funding repaid [...]
California Proposes Cutting Library Literacy Services Funding
The State of California proposes to abolish all California Library Literacy and English Acquisition Service Program funds. Read Santa Clara provides adult literacy tutoring to 100 English-speaking adults per year. Students are matched with volunteer tutors who work with them one-on-one to achieve their literacy goals. Can you imagine the challenge of life without being [...]
California Propeses Cutting Library Literacy Services Funding
The State of California proposes to abolish all California Library Literacy and English Acquisition Service Program funds. Read Santa Clara provides adult literacy tutoring to 100 English-speaking adults per year. Students are matched with volunteer tutors who work with them one-on-one to achieve their literacy goals. Can you imagine the challenge of life without being able [...]
Thank you for supporting the Library
Nationwide, many public libraries are limiting their services this year because of drastic budget cuts. However, here in Santa Clara you’ll find the same services available as usual. Why is your Library different? Well, the City’s conservative financial management and the continued strong funding of the Library through the Foundation and Friends are two major [...]