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Read to a Dog / Lee con un Perro

Feb 5th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Union City
Bring your favorite book or pick one at the library and read alongside a trained therapy dog from Ohlone Humane Society!
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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.
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Latin Dance Fitness Class

Salsa, cha-cha, and groove into wellness! Join Latin Dance Fitness at Newark Library on Tuesdays from 10:30–11:30 am. All ages are welcome!

Youth & Families

Explore resources, events, and activities that spark curiosity and joy!

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For Your Happy Heart!

In honor of Alameda County Public Health’s Happy Heart Campaign, AC Library shares books and web links for all ages. Here’s to good health!
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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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For Your Happy Heart!

In honor of Alameda County Public Health’s Happy Heart Campaign, AC Library shares books and web links for all ages. Here’s to good health!
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.

Adults & Seniors

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

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Black History Month 2026 - Booklist for Adults

Works about varied experiences in African American life and culture.
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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.
Staff List

Black History Month 2026 - Booklist for Adults

Works about varied experiences in African American life and culture.
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.

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