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Molecules and a photo of Microbiologist Dr. Srilekha Deka.
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Epidemics: A History of Humanity's Plagues

Jan 31st | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dublin
Journey through past epidemics with microbiologist Dr. Srilekha Deka. Learn how they shaped human history and science.
photo of a group of community organizers linking together in front of the I-Hotel. Text: "and the I-Hotel Attacks"
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The Struggle to Save the I-Hotel

Feb 7th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
San Lorenzo
Learn about the struggle to save San Francisco’s I-Hotel and its legacy of Asian American history, tenant rights, and community organizing.
On an AC Library blue background, three organically shaped photo frames of young children are displayed, including two preschoolers with down syndrome joyously blowing bubbles, two happy black moms snuggling their smiling baby, and a father with a hearing aid looking at a phone with his child.
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Bring Your Little Ones to the Library

Bring little ones to the library for storytimes and play. Use early learning eResources online or pick up a free Early Literacy Calendar.

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On an AC Library blue background, three organically shaped photo frames of young children are displayed, including two preschoolers with down syndrome joyously blowing bubbles, two happy black moms snuggling their smiling baby, and a father with a hearing aid looking at a phone with his child.
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Bring Your Little Ones to the Library

Bring little ones to the library for storytimes and play. Use early learning eResources online or pick up a free Early Literacy Calendar.
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All the Stars

We love picture books! These books have one or more starred reviews from major book review sites.
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An Intro to MLK & Civil Rights

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with books about the civil rights movement for teens!
On an AC Library blue background, three organically shaped photo frames of young children are displayed, including two preschoolers with down syndrome joyously blowing bubbles, two happy black moms snuggling their smiling baby, and a father with a hearing aid looking at a phone with his child.
Blog Post

Bring Your Little Ones to the Library

Bring little ones to the library for storytimes and play. Use early learning eResources online or pick up a free Early Literacy Calendar.
Staff List

All the Stars

We love picture books! These books have one or more starred reviews from major book review sites.
Staff List

An Intro to MLK & Civil Rights

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with books about the civil rights movement for teens!

Adults & Seniors

Discover something new, from author visits, career support, learning new languages, and more!

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Heated Rivalry

Sweet and spicy LGBTQIA+ sports romances.
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Choose Your Aesthetic: Cottagecore Books

You've just come in from the garden? Go ahead and wash your hands, make a cup of tea, and enjoy one of these cozy titles.
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Choose Your Aesthetic: Dark Academia Films

Films to watch in your dorm room, that is in a large gothic building, as you sit next to a pile of classic literature. Better wear a sweater
Staff List

Heated Rivalry

Sweet and spicy LGBTQIA+ sports romances.
Staff List

Choose Your Aesthetic: Cottagecore Books

You've just come in from the garden? Go ahead and wash your hands, make a cup of tea, and enjoy one of these cozy titles.
Staff List

Choose Your Aesthetic: Dark Academia Films

Films to watch in your dorm room, that is in a large gothic building, as you sit next to a pile of classic literature. Better wear a sweater

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