Contra Costa County Library News

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español I am thrilled to announce some exciting updates to our Self-Service Sundays program, designed to make signing up for Sunday visits to the Concord Library easier, and more convenient than ever. We are also now open one additional hour on Sundays until 5:00 p.m. Here’s a…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español It’s that time of year again—when brackets are filled, favorites face off, and champions are crowned. While many are gearing up for NCAA March Madness, we’re excited to bring you a different kind of competition—one that celebrates stories, imagination, and the joy of reading. March Madness…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español We are very excited to announce that over the next almost two years, the Library will be tackling some large-scale infrastructure projects at four county-owned library buildings. Due to the scope of work these significant upgrades will address, the libraries will be closed for extended periods…

The Contra Costa County Library is pleased to announce that three of its historic branches—Antioch, Concord, and Walnut Creek—have been selected to receive $10,000 each from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. This gift, totaling $30,000 for the county, is part of a nationwide initiative commemorating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the…

The Pinole Library is set to begin a comprehensive infrastructure renovation project starting Sunday, March 1, 2026. The facility will close for approximately 11 months to address critical deferred maintenance and modernize the building’s infrastructure for the first time in decades. The library building, which opened in 1974, requires extensive upgrades to ensure a safe…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Happy New Year! As 2026 begins, I'd like to take this opportunity to reflect on some of the Library's accomplishments over the past 12 months. This year’s Read Contra Costa was the biggest and most successful yet. It is an annual countywide event hosted by the…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español The winter holiday season is here and for a lot of us that means travelling. Long car rides, noisy airports and crowded planes are just some of the things that make travel exhausting. Luckily the Library has books, eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies and music for everyone in…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Baker & Taylor, one of the nation's largest and longest-serving book and media wholesalers for libraries, recently announced the unexpected closure of its business. I want to share what this means for the Library and assure you that our team is already working to minimize any…

Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español I am so thrilled to announce that the 2025 Read Contra Costa book is “James” by Percival Everett. This is a truly special selection, and I couldn't be more excited to share it with you. The most exciting part of this initiative is a live event…

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…