By: Omar A., Grade 11 When most people think of superheroes, they think of really strong, morally-upright, kind people who can do such incredible feats like lifting cars, spinning around the world in seconds, flying up higher than skyscrapers in seconds, etc. And certainly this assumption is not wrong. Yet, I believe even with that…
Care Kit Drive in May
This May, join us for a community donation drive in partnership with Days for Girls, Compassion Week, and Salud Para La Gente.
Celebrate National Library Week 2026
Celebrate National Library Week with Honorary Chair Mychal Threets! Visit, explore, and find your joy at Palo Alto City Library.
Opinion Editorial: Language Learning (And Comics As a Gold Mine)
By: Omar A., Grade 11 This is going to be very different from what I typically write, however I think it yields an interesting topic. People who want to learn languages of countries other than their own native language or where they happen to live often have a clear reason — or catalyst — for…
Seed Library at Rinconada
We are very happy to bring back the Seed Library at the Rinconada branch. At this time, we are stocked with a variety of vegetable, flower and native wildflower
Borrow an Induction Cooktop Kit!
Library cardholders can now borrow induction cooktops, making it easy to try this fast, safe, and energy-efficient cooking method.
Book Review: Alchemy of Secrets – Stephanie Garber
By: Phoenix G., Grade 8 WOW. It felt like I was being slapped with something new as soon as I thought I understood what was happening– and that’s just a part of the magic that Stephanie Garber always delivers. I was in fact staring at my shelf of hardcovers and thinking how much I didn’t…
🎉 Vintage Media Lab Expands to Rinconada Library!
We’re excited to share that the Vintage Media Lab is opening a second location at Rinconada Library this May! This expansion means more access and more appointment opportunities for patrons who want to digitize and preserve personal collections—photos, home video, and audio media. 📼📷 🗓️ Booking Opens April 6 Starting April 6, patrons can book appointments from the Vintage…
National Poetry Month 2026
Celebrate National Poetry Month with local poet laureates, free poetry resources, and upcoming events at the Palo Alto City Library!
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