Rinconada Library
Hours & Information
Open today until 6:00pm
MondayÂ
10:00AM - 6:00PM
TuesdayÂ
10:00AM - 6:00PM
WednesdayÂ
10:00AM - 6:00PM
ThursdayÂ
12:00PM - 8:00PM
FridayÂ
10:00AM - 6:00PM
SaturdayÂ
10:00AM - 6:00PM
SundayÂ
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Phone: (650) 329-2436
Rinconada Library is located across from the Palo Alto Art Center. Besides the regular collection, the library is also the home of the Local Interest Collection.
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Memorial DayMonday, May 26, 2025Closed All Day
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Independence DayFriday, July 4, 2025Closed All Day
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Labor DayMonday, September 1, 2025Closed All Day
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Indigenous Peoples' DayMonday, October 13, 2025Closed All Day
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Veteran’s DayTuesday, November 11, 2025Closed All Day
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Day Before ThanksgivingWednesday, November 26, 2025Closes early: 5:00pm
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ThanksgivingThursday, November 27, 2025 - Friday, November 28, 2025Closed All Day
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Christmas Eve - Early Closure at Rinconada and Mitchell Park LibrariesWednesday, December 24, 2025Closes early: 5:00pm
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Christmas DayThursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
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New Year's Eve - Early Closure at Rinconada and Mitchell Park LibrariesWednesday, December 31, 2025Closes early: 5:00pm
Featured Services
Local Interest Collections
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This collection has items in print and digital formats. The physical collection is housed exclusively at the Rinconada Library.
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Seed Library
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If you like to grow plants, make sure to check out the Seed Library located near the fireplace.
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About Rinconada Library
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- Bike Racks
- Book a Room
- Computers & Wi-fi
- Drive-up Book Return
- Electric Vehicle Charging
- Parking Lot
- Print / Copy
- Teen Zone
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The parking lot entrance is just past the library. Additional parking is available between the library and the Cultural Center.
Map
New & Available at Rinconada
New & Available at Rinconada
News & Blogs
News & Blogs
Share Your Story Through Nature Journaling!
Get curious about the world around you and put it down on paper! Learn more about how to get started with nature journaling.
Drawn to the Library: Celebrate National Library Week!
Celebrate National Library Week with Palo Alto City Library! Visit, browse, join events, and learn how to support your local library.
Narcan Resources
Find resources and training on the use of Narcan, a life-saving medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Reopening Mondays at Rinconada Library
We're excited to announce that starting February 12, Rinconada Library will be open on Mondays again!
Share Your Story Through Nature Journaling!
Get curious about the world around you and put it down on paper! Learn more about how to get started with nature journaling.
Drawn to the Library: Celebrate National Library Week!
Celebrate National Library Week with Palo Alto City Library! Visit, browse, join events, and learn how to support your local library.
Narcan Resources
Find resources and training on the use of Narcan, a life-saving medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Reopening Mondays at Rinconada Library
We're excited to announce that starting February 12, Rinconada Library will be open on Mondays again!