Arts in San Jose

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Mon, Oct 19 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Oct 19 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Tue, Oct 20 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Oct 20 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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SJSU Art Galleries Tuesday Night Lecture: Christopher Iseri

Tue, Oct 20 · 5 PM–6 PM · ART 133: Art Lecture Hall

An acclaimed weekly lecture series brings in artists, designers, and critical theorists from around the world, broadening the students’ experiential base and complementing local offerings.

Free

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Wed, Oct 21 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Oct 21 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Library: Kids Art Club Decorates Sugar Skulls

Wed, Oct 21 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Library - 660 West Main Ave. Morgan Hill CA 95037

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Yarn Crafts Social Club

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–8 PM · Pop of Color Yarns - 16375 Monterey Rd, Suite J Morgan Hill CA 95037

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Thu, Oct 22 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Oct 22 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Mariachi Viajero y Angeles Danzantes (Grades K-8)

Thu, Oct 22 · 9:30 AM · Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga, CA

Mariachi Viejero

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Listening Hour: Voice Studio

Thu, Oct 22 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Music Building, Concert Hall

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Fri, Oct 23 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Oct 23 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Library: Move & Craft Afternoon, Safe Space Program

Fri, Oct 23 · 4 PM–5:30 PM · MH Library - 660 West Main Ave. Morgan Hill CA 95037

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An Intimate Evening with Kalani Pe’a

Fri, Oct 23 · 7:30 PM · Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga, CA

Kalani Pe'a

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Sat, Oct 24 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Oct 24 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Sun, Oct 25 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Oct 25 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Library: Teal Pumpkin Painting Party

Sun, Oct 25 · 1 PM–3 PM · MH Library - 660 West Main Ave. Morgan Hill CA 95037

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Mon, Oct 26 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Oct 26 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Tue, Oct 27 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Oct 27 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Wed, Oct 28 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Oct 28 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Women's Basketball - San Jose State vs. Cal State East Bay (exhibition)

Wed, Oct 28 · 7 PM–9 PM · San Jose, Calif.

Women's Basketball - San Jose State vs. Cal State East Bay (exhibition) https://sjsuspartans.com/boxscore/9072

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Thu, Oct 29 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Oct 29 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Listening Hour: Bassoon Studio

Thu, Oct 29 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Music Building, Concert Hall

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Fri, Oct 30 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Oct 30 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Sat, Oct 31 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Oct 31 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Avenida de Altares

Sat, Oct 31 · 5:30 PM–10:30 PM

Avenida de Altares Saturday, October 31, 2026 5:30-10:30 PM Mexican Heritage Plaza On Saturday, October 31, Avenida de Altares will fill La Plaza with color, music, and the vibrant spirit of Día de los Muertos.

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Sun, Nov 1 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Nov 1 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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4th Lowrider Art Showcase – Celebrating Dia de los Muertos

Sun, Nov 1 · 1 PM · Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga, CA

RSVP Lowrider Art Showcasre

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Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Mon, Nov 2 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Nov 2 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Tue, Nov 3 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Nov 3 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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SJSU Art Galleries Tuesday Night Lecture: Stepan Drunks

Tue, Nov 3 · 5 PM–6 PM · ART 133: Art Lecture Hall

An acclaimed weekly lecture series brings in artists, designers, and critical theorists from around the world, broadening the students’ experiential base and complementing local offerings.

Free

Natalie and James Thompson Gallery: Common Ground

Tue, Nov 3 · 6 PM–7:30 PM · ART 127: Thompson Gallery

Natalie and James Thompson Gallery Exhibition Opening: Common Ground November 3 - December 4, 2026 Common Ground: Selections from the San José State University Art Collection brings together historic and contemporary…

Free

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Wed, Nov 4 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Nov 4 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Yarn Crafts Social Club

Wed, Nov 4 · 6 PM–8 PM · Pop of Color Yarns - 16375 Monterey Rd, Suite J Morgan Hill CA 95037

Price: see link

Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit

Thu, Nov 5 · King Library, Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American Studies Center (5th Floor)

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Nov 5 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Nov 6 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Concerto Competition

Fri, Nov 6 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Music Building, Concert Hall

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Nov 7 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Nov 8 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Nov 9 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Nov 10 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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SJSU Art Galleries Tuesday Night Lecture: Ryan Carrington

Tue, Nov 10 · 5 PM–6 PM · ART 133: Art Lecture Hall

An acclaimed weekly lecture series brings in artists, designers, and critical theorists from around the world, broadening the students’ experiential base and complementing local offerings.

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Nov 11 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Nov 12 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Listening Hour: Upper String Studio

Thu, Nov 12 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Music Building, Concert Hall

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Nov 13 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Nov 14 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Nov 15 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Nov 16 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Nov 17 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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SJSU Art Galleries Tuesday Night Lecture: Althea Rao

Tue, Nov 17 · 5 PM–6 PM · ART 133: Art Lecture Hall

An acclaimed weekly lecture series brings in artists, designers, and critical theorists from around the world, broadening the students’ experiential base and complementing local offerings.

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Nov 18 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Library: Kids Art Club Makes Color Collages

Wed, Nov 18 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Library - 660 West Main Ave. Morgan Hill CA 95037

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Yarn Crafts Social Club

Wed, Nov 18 · 6 PM–8 PM · Pop of Color Yarns - 16375 Monterey Rd, Suite J Morgan Hill CA 95037

Price: see link

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Nov 19 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Listening Hour: Percussion Studio

Thu, Nov 19 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Music Building, Concert Hall

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Nov 20 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Nov 21 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Nov 22 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Nov 23 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Nov 24 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Nov 25 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Nov 26 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Nov 27 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Nov 28 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Nov 29 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Nov 30 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Dec 1 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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SJSU Art Galleries Tuesday Night Lecture: Elena Manferdini - Inside the Dream Factory

Tue, Dec 1 · 5 PM–6 PM · ART 133: Art Lecture Hall

An acclaimed weekly lecture series brings in artists, designers, and critical theorists from around the world, broadening the students’ experiential base and complementing local offerings.

Free

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Dec 2 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Yarn Crafts Social Club

Wed, Dec 2 · 6 PM–8 PM · Pop of Color Yarns - 16375 Monterey Rd, Suite J Morgan Hill CA 95037

Price: see link

Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Dec 3 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

Price: see link

Listening Hour: Voice Studio

Thu, Dec 3 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Music Building, Concert Hall

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Dec 4 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Dec 5 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Dec 6 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Dec 7 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Dec 8 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Wed, Dec 9 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Thu, Dec 10 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Fri, Dec 11 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sat, Dec 12 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Sun, Dec 13 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Mon, Dec 14 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Something Sensational to Read: A Tour of Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ Publications, 1950 to Today

Tue, Dec 15 · King Library, 560/Reading Room, 5th Floor, SJSU Special Collections & Archives

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Library: Kids Art Club Makes Holiday Carads

Wed, Dec 16 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Library - 660 West Main Ave. Morgan Hill CA 95037

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South First Fridays

Fri, Sep 4 – Fri, Dec 4

South First Fridays Friday, August 7 5:00-9:00 PM 5 East San Salvador Street WEBSITE San Jose 's SoFA District h as hist ory, in depende nt retailers, cafes, restaur an ts, nightc lubs, museums, galleries and is the…

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