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Library Day with the SF Giants
Join us at the SF Giants game on April 26! $5 of each ticket purchased through this link will be donated to support local libraries.
Celebrate Earth Month in April
Celebrate Earth Month this April with library events, nature activities, citizen science projects, and book picks for all ages.
Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) Heritage Month
Celebrate SWANA Heritage Month with books, films, programs & more! Explore the rich cultures of Southwest Asia & North Africa.
Library Day with the SF Giants
Join us at the SF Giants game on April 26! $5 of each ticket purchased through this link will be donated to support local libraries.
Celebrate Earth Month in April
Celebrate Earth Month this April with library events, nature activities, citizen science projects, and book picks for all ages.
Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) Heritage Month
Celebrate SWANA Heritage Month with books, films, programs & more! Explore the rich cultures of Southwest Asia & North Africa.
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What's New
What's New
Staff Picks
Staff Picks
SWANA Heritage Month: Graphic Novels
April is Southwest Asian and North African Heritage Month! Learn more about SWANA cultures and experiences through these graphic novels.
National Poetry Month 2026
Take a break from the classics and try one of these newly published books of poems in honor of National Poetry Month.
Nowruz
Celebrate Nowruz! Books for all ages exploring the stories, traditions, and cultural significance of the Persian New Year.
Women's History Month Picture Books
A selection of our most recently published (2025) picture book biographies featuring outstanding and inspiring women.
SWANA Heritage Month: Graphic Novels
April is Southwest Asian and North African Heritage Month! Learn more about SWANA cultures and experiences through these graphic novels.
National Poetry Month 2026
Take a break from the classics and try one of these newly published books of poems in honor of National Poetry Month.
Nowruz
Celebrate Nowruz! Books for all ages exploring the stories, traditions, and cultural significance of the Persian New Year.
Women's History Month Picture Books
A selection of our most recently published (2025) picture book biographies featuring outstanding and inspiring women.
eLibrary News
eLibrary News
Drop in Tech Help, part of a series
Stuck with a technology question? Need help with an ongoing issue or learning something new? Stop by the Rinconada branch library.
Brainfuse HelpNow Is Now Available 24/7
Brainfuse HelpNow now offers 24/7 live tutoring, free with your Palo Alto City Library card. Get homework help, test prep, and more!
Vintage Media Lab (VML) 2026 Bookings Reboot
Beginning in January 2026, we’re upgrading how appointments become available.
National Poetry Month - 30th Anniversary
Celebrate National Poetry Month with local poet laureates, free poetry resources, and upcoming events at the library!
Immigration & Citizenship Resources
Explore immigration and citizenship resources, including legal help, study guides, and support for families, students, and newcomers.
National Poetry Month - 30th Anniversary
Celebrate National Poetry Month with local poet laureates, free poetry resources, and upcoming events at the library!
Immigration & Citizenship Resources
Explore immigration and citizenship resources, including legal help, study guides, and support for families, students, and newcomers.
YA Reads for Trans Day of Remembrance
Explore these Young Adult titles celebrating trans and nonbinary characters and authors.
Teen Reads: Mental Health Matters
Check out these stories that share different experiences around mental health.
Teen Volunteering
Learn more about how to get involved with local service opportunities for teens in Palo Alto, both online and in-person.
YA Reads for Trans Day of Remembrance
Explore these Young Adult titles celebrating trans and nonbinary characters and authors.
Teen Reads: Mental Health Matters
Check out these stories that share different experiences around mental health.
Teen Volunteering
Learn more about how to get involved with local service opportunities for teens in Palo Alto, both online and in-person.
Join us for Flight Path: A Monthlong Celebration of Birds!
Discover local birds, learn birdwatching basics, and help prevent window strikes this April with our Flight Path events.
Elizabeth Stewart Writing Contest
Our writing contest for grades 3–12 is back! Explore this year’s prompt and submit your story from March 1 to April 12.
How to Get the Most Out of Storytime!
Our librarians share expert tips to help parents and children enjoy a fun and engaging storytime experience together.
Join us for Flight Path: A Monthlong Celebration of Birds!
Discover local birds, learn birdwatching basics, and help prevent window strikes this April with our Flight Path events.
Elizabeth Stewart Writing Contest
Our writing contest for grades 3–12 is back! Explore this year’s prompt and submit your story from March 1 to April 12.
How to Get the Most Out of Storytime!
Our librarians share expert tips to help parents and children enjoy a fun and engaging storytime experience together.
