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Urban Explorers with Alameda County Vector Control

Join Alameda County Vector Control and meet local wildlife! Learn about raccoons, skunks, and opossums and help solve wildlife cases.
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Summer 2026 – Book Match: Quest for a New Read

School may be out, but summer is the perfect time to keep reading and learning. Start your next adventure with a Book Match recommendation!
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Book'nic: A Reading Picnic

Jul 12th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Bring a book and a blanket or chair and join our outdoor reading celebration. Don't forget to bring your own snacks and drinks.

Youth & Families

Explore resources, events, and activities that spark curiosity and joy!

Soccer Stories for Young Readers

The World Cup is almost here! Get in the game with books about your favorite soccer stars and the world's most popular sport.

Animal Art Books for Kids

This list will help you get inspired to make animal-themed artworks!

Picture Books about Pets

Let's read some fun and funny picture books! These titles feature pets of all sorts.

Teens

Find your people, explore what matters to you, and build skills for what's next.

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Volunteer with the Library

Want to help your library? Explore volunteer opportunities and apply through Better Impact.

World Cup Reading for Teens

Celebrate the excitement and spirit of the World Cup! Read about real and fictional athletes who follow their dreams to become stars.

YA with Animal Companions

What's better than going on adventures with a trusted animal friend at your side? These stories all feature an important animal character.

Adults & Seniors

Discover something new, from author visits, career support, learning new languages, and more!

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Outside Magazine

Big skies, open trails, and time to move. Find ideas and inspiration to get outside.

Meanwhile in 1986

There can be only one...list of films from 1986.

No Fiction, All Fur (and Feathers)

Unforgettable nonfiction about the animal kingdom.

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Your contributions to the library help us support and strengthen our communities!

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