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County Librarian's Message for November 2025
Read about how the closure of a longstanding book wholesaler is impacting libraries across the country.
Library event: A Conversation with Author Percival Everett
Pulitzer prize-winning author Percival Everett will discuss his book "James" at a live event on Saturday, November 8 at Los Medanos College.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning "James" Chosen for Read Contra Costa
“James” by Percival Everett won both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award for fiction in 2025.
Meet the Library Wellness Team
A team designed to help patrons with mental health services, and signing up for critical community services.
By the Numbers
Library Founded: 1913
Community Libraries: 26
Total Staff: 417
Population Served: 1,165,927
Cardholders: 359,564
Collection: 1.3 million items
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Brooke Converse
Public Information Officer/Marketing & Communications
Office: 925.608-7713
Cell: 925.329.8414
brooke.converse@library.cccounty.us