Dear Library Community, I am so pleased to have this opportunity to introduce myself to you and to serve the residents of Contra Costa County in this new role. During these unusual and unprecedented times, I will be focusing my energy on working to provide the most needed and desired library services in a way that is…
Concord Library to Close for Three-week Building Repair Project
October 26, 2020
The Concord Library will be closed from November 9-29, 2020 for improvements and repairs to the second floor of the building. This is a planned refresh of the flooring, which is old, worn and also contains asbestos. For the safety of staff and patrons, the building must be closed during the asbestos abatement process. The…
October News from County Librarian Melinda Cervantes
October 2, 2020
Dear Library Community, This will be my last message for the newsletter as county librarian for Contra Costa County Library. As I announced last month, I am retiring. But before I go, I wanted to share some important information with you. County Administrator David Twa has appointed Alison McKee as interim county librarian. Alison is…
Celebrate a Virtual Discover & Go Month in October
October 1, 2020
The Contra Costa County Library is celebrating Discover & Go Month virtually this October. The Library's ongoing partnership with Bay Area museums and cultural venues looks a little different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s celebration will include a variety of online events for all ages. It also includes a fun trivia…
Library Launches CoCo Reads
September 3, 2020
Beginning this month, the Library is launching CoCo Reads, a countywide read of the book “How Much of These Hills is Gold” by C Pam Zhang. The program will run from September 7 through October 28, 2020. CoCo Reads is a community reading program that encourages everyone in the County to read and discuss the…
Library news update for September
September 2, 2020
Dear Library Community, It is with mixed emotions that I say goodbye to the Contra Costa County Library and this wonderful community. I will be retiring in October. I am so very proud of the hard work of the staff and the many accomplishments achieved during my tenure. Some of the most memorable successes are…
San Ramon Storywalk® brings together nature and books
August 26, 2020
A new interactive reading activity is now a permanent feature in San Ramon Central Park. The StoryWalk® takes pages from popular books and displays them on aluminum stands along the park pathway. The 20-station project allows families to enjoy a good book and read together while spending time in a beautiful outdoor environment. A new…
Ygnacio Valley Library to Serve as COVID-19 Test Site
August 19, 2020
The Ygnacio Valley Library in Walnut Creek will serve as a state-run COVID-19 test site beginning on Sunday, August 23. In order to allow use of the facility and keep patrons and staff safe, library services will be suspended at 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, until further notice. The need for additional test sites…
County Librarian update on library services
August 5, 2020
Dear Library Community, During these uncertain times, the Library is focused on providing important services that support the needs of families and of anyone struggling with access to resources due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The big increase in use of our digital resources these last several months is a strong indication we are on the…
Pleasant Hill Temporary Library to open July 14
July 6, 2020
The new temporary library in Pleasant Hill will open on Tuesday, July 14 in the City Hall Community Rooms at 100 Gregory Lane. The Library will be open Tuesday through Saturday for Front Door Service, a safe contactless way to pick up materials. Patrons can place holds at the temporary library beginning today, July 6…
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