Contra Costa County Library News

Naloxone, an opioid antagonist, is now available at three Contra Costa County Library locations. Naloxone is a medicine that quickly reverses an opioid overdose. The medication is free and available in self-service stands in the public areas at the Antioch, Pleasant Hill, and San Pablo libraries. Doses are available during library open hours; no registration…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español My name is Mahasin Abuwi Aleem, and I am the Library Services Manager for the libraries in the central and southern parts of the county. One aspect of my job is to advise and support the work of several of our staff committees, including the talented…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Contra Costa County is a diverse community with a population of over 1.1 million people. According to 2020 Census data, more than 37 percent of people in the county speak a language other than English. The Library is committed to serving everyone and invites you to…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Finding your next great read can feel overwhelming with so many options to choose from. Genre, length, format, there’s a lot to consider. Will the book match your interests, feed your curiosity, or speak to your soul? Luckily, the Library offers services, tools, and knowledgeable staff…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Last fall, Governor Newsom signed SB321, mandating that by 2026 public libraries establish a system to provide library cards to all third graders. This bill was passed to help address the literacy crisis facing our state. California has long had the lowest literacy rate of all…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Happy New Year! It’s that time of year when I like to take a few moments to reflect on some of the Library’s accomplishments over the past 12 months. There have been many, but three really stand out.  Just a few weeks ago we launched Self-Service…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español I am happy to share that the Library has launched a pilot program at the Concord Library called Self-Service Sundays. The program allows those who have signed up in advance to use the Concord Library on Sundays between 12 and 4 p.m.  Self-Service means there are…

Library courtesy notices are getting a makeover. Beginning January 13, 2025, look for changes to the account notification messages you receive from the Library. Here is what you need to know. All notices will now include graphics and book covers when possible All subject lines will start with Contra Costa County Library There will be…

The Contra Costa County Library is piloting a new program designed to give patrons access to the Concord Library on Sundays when the branch is normally closed. Patrons who sign up for the service in advance will be able to enter the Concord Library between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Sundays beginning December 1…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español The Library is for everyone. It’s where people of all ages, genders, races, and abilities can enjoy a safe community gathering space. The Library offers a diverse range of facilities, services, and resources for all, but there are some services library patrons need that library staff…