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Hygiene Kit Drive
Help make a positive impact in your community! Donate to our hygiene kit drive and provide essentials to those in need.
Children's Library is Expanding Hours
Children’s Library will open two additional days on Mondays and Fridays, starting July 8. Come visit us!
Words on Wheels
Learn about our home delivery service for Palo Alto residents who are unable to visit the library due to health or other circumstances.
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What's New
What's New
Staff Picks
Staff Picks
Olympics & Paralympics: Memoirs & Biographies
Read about the lives of the world's top athletes who have competed in the Olympic and Paralympic games.
Summer Cookbooks
Fire up your summer flavors with these cookbooks! Perfect for a BBQ or beach day.
Movies That Pass the Bechdel Test
The Bechdel Test assesses fiction based on its representation of female characters. Here are some films that pass the test.
Drives of a Lifetime
Are you planning your next adventure? Find it on scenic drives and epic road trips.
eLibrary News
eLibrary News
The Vintage Media Lab is Back!
We are thrilled to announce that the Vintage Media Lab is expanding its hours this summer!
Why ChatGPT Might Not Be Your Best Option for Finding Books
While impressive, there are more than a few reasons why it might not always be the best source for discovering new things to read..
Can We Stream it? Yes We Can!
If you're reading this, you have probably borrowed an eBook from us, but did you know your library card can unlock even more?
eLibrary News Mobile
The Vintage Media Lab is Back!
We are thrilled to announce that the Vintage Media Lab is expanding its hours this summer!
Why ChatGPT Might Not Be Your Best Option for Finding Books
While impressive, there are more than a few reasons why it might not always be the best source for discovering new things to read..
Can We Stream it? Yes We Can!
If you're reading this, you have probably borrowed an eBook from us, but did you know your library card can unlock even more?
Meditation at the Library
Join us for meditation on Saturdays to enjoy a moment of calm and improve your well-being.
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Palo Alto!
Have you ever dreamed of growing a giant pumpkin? Now's your chance! Seeds are available at Rinconada Library while supplies last.
Memory Care Kits
Do you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or another memory care diagnosis? Memory Care Kits are available for checkout.
Immigrant Voices
Check out these books that share about immigrant experiences and stories.
Disability Visibility
July celebrates Disability Pride Month, check out these stories and experiences of folks with disabilities to learn more.
Read With Pride For Teens: Graphic Novel Edition
Learn about your identity and history of LGBTQIA+ rights, hear queer stories and the diversity of experiences, through these books on pride!
Summer Reading for a Cause: Everyone's a Reader!
Summer Reading for a Cause is for ALL ages! Join us for fun events, log your reading to earn prizes, and support a great cause.
Elizabeth Stewart Writing Contest – Closed
Thank you to all who submitted stories. We will announce the winners in August!
Picture Books Celebrating Black Joy
Enjoy heartwarming stories that beautifully capture shared moments, family bonds, and embracing what makes you unique.