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 changing
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…
Self-Service Sundays Pilot Program at the Concord Library
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…
County Librarian’s Message for November 2024
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…
County Librarian’s Message for October 2024
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español Fall is here and that means it’s time for our annual countywide book club, Read Contra Costa. This year’s selection is the award-winning “The Things We Didn’t Know,” by Elba Iris Pérez. The book is a coming-of-age story about a girl moving to the United States…
County Librarian’s Message for September 2024
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! If you love the library, we can really use your help to spread the word about all the things the Library has to offer. Here are some of the things you can tell your friends and family to encourage them…
Newsletter Message for August 2024
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español My name is Yemila Alvarez, and I am the Deputy County Librarian for Support Services. County Librarian Alison McKee asked me to fill in for her on this month’s newsletter and provide an update on how the state budget deficit impacts the Library. Facing a more…
Meet the Library Wellness Team, Social Workers at the Library
Libraries are welcoming places. They are designed to be places for people from all walks of life to come and find a safe space. But sometimes members of the community come to the Library in search of services that library staff are not equipped to handle. In an effort to provide services to people where…
County Librarian’s Message for July 2024
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español In our most recent survey of library cardholders, you told us that the most important thing for us to provide to the community is educational resources. Everybody knows that our libraries are full of educational opportunities for children, but did you know we also have some…
County Librarian’s Message for June 2024
Haga clic aquí para leer este mensaje en español June is Pride Month and all of Contra Costa County, including the Library, is celebrating! Supervisor Ken Carlson (District 4), the first LGBTQIA+ member of the Board, will lead the Pride Month presentation at the June 4th Board of Supervisors meeting. You can watch the meeting…
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