Are the libraries open? No, all 26 branches are closed as well as Library Administration. Library staff are working remotely to make as many library services available to the public as possible. Check back for updates. My books are overdue, should I return them? No, please keep all library materials until the libraries reopen. All…
All Contra Costa County Libraries Closed Until Further Notice
March 15, 2020
**UPDATE Monday, March 16, 4 p.m. Due to the order from the County Health Officer directing all residents to shelter in their place of residence, Library operations including Chat and the 800 number will cease until further notice. The Library will be unable to respond to emails, phone calls or other communications regarding services until…
All Library Programs Canceled through March 31 due to COVID-19 Concerns
March 12, 2020
Beginning tomorrow, March 13, the Contra Costa County Library will cancel all library programs and events, including community use of meeting rooms in County-owned facilities, through March 31. Additionally, we will be working with our partners to determine plans for city-operated community rooms. This comes in response to the recommendation by the County health department…
Internet, WiFi and Account Access Restored
February 29, 2020
Many services at the 26 Contra Costa County Library locations are working again after the Library experienced a network outage this week. Internet, WiFi and online account access are up and running along with several digital resources. With account access being restored, library patrons are able to place holds online and check their account status…
Library to host and stream local candidate forums
January 29, 2020
The Contra Costa County Library is hosting two candidate forums in advance of the March primary. Voters attending the forums can hear directly from the candidates about their experience and positions on relevant issues. The forums will stream live on Facebook and re-air on Contra Costa Television (CCTV). The Hercules Library will host a forum…
Library Services Impacted by Cyber Security Attack
January 3, 2020
All Contra Costa County Library branches and the Martinez administrative offices are currently experiencing a network outage due to a ransomware attack. The Library is working with the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff and the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office to investigate the attack. The affected servers have all been taken offline and…
Library launches new website and catalog
December 16, 2019
The Contra Costa County Library has a brand new website and catalog. The platform offers an updated look and feel and is mobile responsive allowing for an impro
Grand opening celebration unveils the new El Sobrante Library
November 19, 2019
The El Sobrante Library and the adjoining Nancy Fahden House reopened to the public after a grand opening celebration on Saturday, November 23. Supervisor John Gioia and the Contra Costa County Library marked the occasion with a community ribbon-cutting ceremony. The all-day event included library tours, performers, a scavenger hunt, storytimes and special guests. The…
Contra Costa County Library introduces five new library card designs
September 10, 2019
The Contra Costa County Library is excited to offer five new library card designs to the public beginning Tuesday, September 10. First time cardholders may choose one of the new designs when signing up. Those who already have cards may replace their current card at no charge. The new card designs include Mount Diablo, an…
Pinole Library celebrates new schedule with 11 additional hours
September 9, 2019
Beginning July 2, the Pinole Library will open an additional 11 hours a week. The new schedule will include five days of consecutive library service and open hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, which were previously closed days. The additional hours are funded through a partnership between the Contra Costa County Library and the City of…
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