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The library is moving to an improved notification system for library transactions

Local Newspaper Access

Local newspaper access through the Newsbank database

California Parks Pass

CA Parks Passes available for checkout through December 31, 2025. Limited quantities available.

Computer Lab Appointments

Lab hours are now appointment only. For 1-on-1 tech help, sign up for a 30 minute appointment here.

Library Card Sign Up Month

September is Library Card Sign Up Month! Come celebrate it at the library.

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 - October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month! Come celebrate it at the library.

Library Card Design Contest

Submit your library card design from September 2-30!

Public Hearing for Textbook Sufficiency

Annually the school board must determine whether sufficient materials are aligned to standards.

Main Library

1550 Oak St.
Alameda, CA 94501

West End Library

788 Santa Clara Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501

Bay Farm Island Library

3221 Mecartney Rd
Alameda, CA 94502

Alameda Reads

Veterans Building, Room 350 (upstairs)
2203 Central Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501-4421
(510) 865-2454

Dewey's Friends Cafe

located inside the Main Alameda Free Library

Books for Friends

the Friends' used bookstore located at the Main Library is open!

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Alameda Reads

Free program has been helping adults improve their reading and writing skills for more than 30 years