Acclaimed author Percival Everett will discuss his celebrated novel, “James,” at a community event this fall. The live event, taking place at Los Medanos College, promises a deep dive into the book that re-examines Mark Twain's classic. Everett will explore the novel's themes of language, identity, and freedom, offering unique insights into his creative process…
Your Contra Costa County Library: A Partner in Health & Wellness
Your library card opens the door to resources, services, and programs designed to support your well-being, learning, and personal growth—all completely FREE for you and your family. Explore, Learn & Connect Access books, eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, music, digital magazines, and newspapers. Use digital resources, including research databases, learning tools, and career resources anytime, anywhere. Enjoy…
¿Hablas español? Necesitamos tu opinion/ Do you speak Spanish? We need your feedback.
Queremos escuchar a los hispano-hablantes Ayúdanos a mejorar la colección de materiales en español contestando esta encuesta, toma solo unos minutos. Gracias! We want to hear from our Spanish-speaking patrons. Please help us improve the Library's Spanish collection by answering this survey. It should take only a few minutes Thank you!…
County Librarian’s Message for September 2025
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español I’d like to share some important news about a valuable library resource. The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is the only federal agency devoted exclusively to supporting libraries. Each year, IMLS distributes funds to all 50 State Libraries to ensure public access to essential…
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novel “James” Selected for Read Contra Costa
The Library is excited to announce that the 2025 Read Contra Costa book is “James” by Percival Everett. Everett's novel, which won both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award for fiction this year, is a powerful retelling of Mark Twain’s “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” The story is told from the perspective of Jim…
County Librarian’s Message for August 2025
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español The digital divide continues to widen in our communities, particularly affecting aging adults, people with disabilities, low-income families, and certain racial and ethnic minorities. Keeping up with new devices, apps, and services required to access essential resources and entertainment can be challenging. Thanks to funding from…
County Librarian’s Message for July 2025
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Each year, the Library offers hundreds of programs and events—most held in person. However, during the pandemic, we discovered the value of offering online programs for those who can’t always visit us in person. Today, we continue to host dozens of virtual programs each month on…
County Librarian’s Message for June 2025
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español The end of the school year is almost here, and summer is on the way. That means it’s time for Summer Reading. This year, the game is on! The theme is Level Up at Your Library and is all about play. Whether you’re playing chess with…
Free Naloxone (Narcan) Available at Three Library Locations
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…
Newsletter Message for May 2025
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…
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