#OurCommunityReads #AlamedaCounty Albany Reads wraps up with a special screening of And Then They Came for Us. This documentary tells the story of incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II.
Hear the stories of survivors and their descendants. Learn how fear and racism led to the mass violation of civil liberties. See why this history remains relevant today.
Date: Wednesday, May 27
Time: 6–8 pm
Location: Berkeley Public Library (@berkeleypubliclibrary ) - Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
After the screening, stay for a live Q&A with director Abby Ginzberg and author Satsuki Ina. Come learn, reflect, and join the conversation.
More info: aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69950390491b809c6f1a8941
#OurCommunityReads #AlamedaCounty
Make this Summer Adventure your best summer yet with AC Library!
Map out your Summer Adventure and stay connected all summer long. Read books, explore your community, and learn about animals, big and small. Complete activities to earn a free book, win a tote bag, and enter in prize drawings.
Pick up an Adventure Guide starting June 1 at any AC Library location or mobile library stop. You can also visit aclibrary.org/summer for activities.
#ACLibrarySummerAdventure
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! It’s a time to celebrate the people, cultures, and stories of AAPI communities in this country.
Looking for fun ways to celebrate? Check out our latest blog! Find events, books, online resources, and more to enjoy all month long.
aclibrary.org/blogs/post/ways-to-celebrate-aapi-heritage-month
One Book, One Coast is coming to a close. Join us for upcoming talks, a weeklong exhibit, and a livestream watch party with this year’s author, George Takei.
📖 Love in the Library
Dublin Library
Wednesday, May 13 | 6:30–7:15 pm
🎨 Loyal Americans: The Story of Eden Area Japanese Americans During World War II
Castro Valley Library
Sunday, May 17 through Sunday, May 24 | All Day
📖 Film Screening: Kintsukuroi
Castro Valley Library
Sunday, May 17 | 1:30–4 pm
📖 They Called Us Enemy: A One Book One Coast Discussion
Fremont Main Library
Monday, May 18 | 6:30–7:45 pm
📖 They Called Us Enemy: An Online One Book One Coast Discussion
Online Event
Tuesday, May 19 | 1–2 pm
📖 They Called Us Enemy: An Online One Book One Coast Discussion
Dublin Library
Saturday, May 23 | 3–4 pm
📖 One Book, One Coast: Watch Party
Newark Library and Online
Sunday, May 31 | 2–3 pm
📖 One Book, One Coast: Watch Party
Dublin Library
Sunday, May 31 | 2–4 pm
Looking for additional books that fit One Book, One Coast’s theme? Our Book Match team has put together a special list just for you! aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/2169125809/2974026557
Celebrate Family Literacy Day on Saturday, May 16, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at the San Lorenzo Library! Join us for free books, snacks, games, and activities to help you read the world around you. All ages are welcome!
aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69ebbf6bb1165a41a6616a60
Just in time for 510 Day this Sunday, we're celebrating all things Alameda County!
From local history to stories sent right here at home, this is a collection of books you HELLA don’t want to miss.
aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/2254226179/2756251987
A BIG thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Día Bookmark Contest! We’re inspired by the creativity of local young artists!
Submissions are currently under review. Winners will be contacted in the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned!
We are excited to announce this year’s Summer Adventure: Creature Quest!
Uncover a world of animals around you—from your housecat to a tiny worm or a crow in the sky. Join AC Library to explore nature and connect with your community.
Summer Adventure is for all ages! Complete activities at home or at the library to earn a free book, get a tote bag, and enter weekly prize drawings.
Adventure Guides will be available starting June 1! Pick one up at any library location or mobile library stop. You can also visit aclibrary.org/summer for activities.
#ACLibrarySummerAdventure
Storytime with AAC on Saturday, May 9 is now open for registration!
aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69eaa9392866a5b4884a80a8
Meanwhile, enjoy photos from our latest session: @csueb student Ashley reads “Leo and the Octopus” in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month! Afterwards, we played Feelings Bingo and shared about when we’ve felt similar feelings to the characters in our book.
A special thank you to @gopurenow (Plastic Usage Reduction and Elimination) for providing the decorations!
A big THANK YOU to all the amazing teens who applied to be the 2026 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate! Your voices, poetry, and stories keep this program inspiring year after year.
The application period is now closed, and we’re excited to begin reviewing your submissions. Stay tuned as notifications will go out mid-May.
Questions? Visit aclibrary.org/youth-poet or email our team at [email protected].
Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates, including details about the 2026 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate Awards Ceremony this summer!
#AlamedaCountyYouthPoetLaureate #YouthPoetLaureate #Poet #Poetry #TeenPoetry #AlamedaCounty
Check out the events happening in May at AC Library! Join us for:
HerStory Exhibit: The Legal History of Chinese American Women at Dublin Library from May 2– 31
Kindness and Belonging Storytime at Albany Library on Saturday, May 2 from 11–11:30 am
May the 4th Celebration at Castro Valley Library on Monday, May 4 from 4–6 pm
Stories with Neighbors at Newark Library on Saturday, May 16 from 2–4 pm
Stepping in the Madang – Book Talk with Donna Lee Kwon at Cherryland Community Center on Monday, May 18 from 6–7 pm
Visit our events calendar to view more events and plan your next visit: aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/event.
We have new seed kits available for May! This month's kit features Straight-Eight Cucumbers! Seed kits are free and available year-round at the following AC Libraries:
#AlbanyLibrary #CastroValleyLibrary #CentervilleLibrary #CherrylandCommunityCenter #DublinLibrary #FremontLibrary #MobileOutreachServices #NewarkLibrary #NilesLibrary #REACHAshland #SanLorenzoLibrary #UnionCityLibrary #ACLibrary #SeedKits #StraightEightCucumbers
