The Library is moving ahead with plans to expand hours later this fall.
New Digital Lab at Mitchell Park Library
June 22, 2022
At the Palo Alto City Library, we understand that 21st Century literacy is digital literacy. And so we are very excited to announce the soft launch of a new digital lab for our community. Located within the Ventura Technology Learning Center on the 2nd floor of the Mitchell Park Library, our new Reboot services will…
Hours Expansion Plans
May 3, 2022
The Palo Alto City Library is pleased to announce expanded hours starting Tuesday, May 10.
Library to Adjust Services Due to Omicron Surge
January 13, 2022
With COVID-19 cases rapidly increasing in the Bay Area, the Palo Alto City Library is continuing to take steps to protect community health. The Library is monitoring service levels in light of the pandemic and current and potential staffing limitations. As service changes are made, updates will be posted to the Current Library Services web page…
A Year in Review
July 27, 2021
Due to the pandemic and other expected changes in City revenues, resources have been limited across the organization. This includes The Library Department budget, which remains below pre-pandemic levels for Fiscal Year 2022 and has resulted in reduced staff and service hours compared to FY 2020. The unprecedented and challenging impact of COVID-19 pandemic prompted…
Reopening Plans
July 27, 2021
The Palo Alto City Library looks forward to the phased reopening and expansion of all locations.
Phased Re-opening Plan
April 13, 2021
The Palo Alto City Library is looking forward to phased reopening of our branches for browsing and pickups. Reopening under City, County and CDC guidelines is starting this month! Keep an eye out for updates and changes to Sidewalk Service as the Library reopens. The Children’s Library will reopen to the public on Tuesday, April…
Modified Services During Air Quality Closures
September 11, 2020
Dear Library Customer, We hope this message finds you safe and well. The Library has been updating procedures for offering Sidewalk Services on days when the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches unhealthy levels. We previously sent a message on August 26 announcing our plan to close Sidewalk Services when the AQI reached 150. Because we’ve had to…
Air Quality and Library Closures
August 26, 2020
The City is closely monitoring the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Palo Alto, and the Library is aligning with the City’s operational policies. The AQI is fluctuating between Yellow/Moderate to Red/Unhealthy today and is forecasted to remain at these levels through Friday, August 28. When air quality is Yellow, or Moderate, air quality is acceptable. However…
New Card Holders Get Expanded Access
April 1, 2020
With the library closed, new card registrants have been unable to get full library privileges, until now. Starting today, the library is granting new card holders expanded access to many online resources without having to present a California ID in person. The expansion of privileges includes content such as: Axis360 eBooks and audiobooks Libby (Overdrive…
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