The alameda free library is offering a fine amnesty period from thursday, june 8, hrough saturday, july 8. Alameda county library serves the alameda county area with 11 locations. Most libraries have a way to accept book donations, however, they do not want books with outdated content, so no travel books, tech books, or reference books. Now is your chance to clear your library fines while helping others by donating food to people in need during alameda free library s food for fines program.
Donations can be made at the library during business hours and are greatly appreciated. San lorenzo area residents provide additional support to the library through a utility users tax. The library will acknowledge receipt of donated items with a letter of acknowledgment addressed to the donor. If you can hold on to these donations, we would be happy to accept them when we reopen our doors. How and what to donate to the library denver public library. Apr 16, 2020 to use this platform, the system writes one or more cookies in your browser. Read on for additional ways to support the library. We are committed to enhancing programs, services, and facilities at the library in pleasanton, california. If you cant make it in to the center during the business hours for whatever reason, you can visit our convenient drop off bins, located at. Book donation programs american library association. Materials may be added or discarded without consulting the original donor. The college of alameda library is located on the first floor of the lbuilding.
These funds are used to support collections and programs at the denver public library. Jul 18, 2019 overdue books may now benefit alameda food bank find a library book under the bed. Alameda county law library accepts donations of law books in good condition. The library board and the library director work with two 501c3 nonprofit organizations that are chartered to support the libraries by developing and implementing donations of all types to provide supplemental funding to the library community. Thank you to our members and bookmark bookstore customers, volunteers and book donors for making these grants possible. As an organization separate from the library, the foundation seeks private sector support for improvements and enhancements which cannot be funded through local government funding. The alameda free library is currently closed as a precautionary measure due to covid19, so we cannot accept book donations at this time. San lorenzo library is the original branch of the alameda county library, established in 1910. College of alameda library library handouts library handouts. Books can be delivered to the returns desk in the central library grand lobby any time during its hours of service.
Sample language for a bequest to the pleasanton public library. Alameda county trashes library books east bay express. Your institution uses these statistics to gauge the use of library content, and the information is not shared with any third parties. In accordance with the new shelter in place order issued by alameda county, our libraries will remain closed through its end on may 3rd.
Your taxdeductible contribution can help the library sustain and enhance services to over 500,000 cardholders as well as countless others who benefit from library programs and activities. Bring your nonperishable canned food to the check out desk of the alameda free library between august 1 and september 15, 2019 and your library fines will be forgiven. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Donations not added to the library collection become the property of the friends of the alhambra civic center library. At least 350 cartons of books will be available at each sale. Donated books may be added to our collection or sold in our used book sale. Friends of the albany library information about the friends, including volunteer opportunities, ways to donate materials, book sales, and events. Your library during covid19 closure oakland public library. The alameda free library subscribes to a host of digital books, magazines, movies, and more. If you check out a cloudlibrary ebook through the catalog, you will need to read it in the browser at the cloudlibrary site, or install the cloudlibrary app on your ios or android device. The friends and foundation believe that a good public library is vital to the intellectual, cultural and social growth of our community.
Donated books are sold in most branches and at book ends bookstores, located at the toronto reference library and north york central library. All of the above, plus commemorative bookplate placed in a library book to honor someone of your choice. Steps ac library is taking to respond to coronavirus. Hayward residents have been enjoying their new, stateoftheart library since its opening in september.
Bring your young one three times per week on our facebook page and youtube page for some fun from wherever. We are asking library members to hold onto library materials until we have reopened. Friends of the alameda free library is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. The coretta scott king book awards donation grant round. Contributions to the foundation say yes to supporting the library and investing in your community. For donations requiring more than a carload of books please contact 718. With public meeting rooms, a coffee shop, computer labs, and more the library is an amazing new public space. Alameda free library offers food for fines amnesty. College of alameda library guide to websites guide to websites. Close space availability events alameda county library. Friends of the castro valley library coronavirus announcement. Alameda county law library is a 501c3 nonprofit organization and donations are taxdeductible.
To prevent the spreading of covid19, the library will be closed beginning march 16th. Where to donate books friends of the alameda free library. To use this platform, the system writes one or more cookies in your browser. To help reduce the risk of spreading covid19 among the high number of people who use the library on a daily basis, and to adhere by the social distancing guidelines recommended by the alameda county public health department, the oakland public library will be closed until further notice. Library staff will evaluate donations for inclusion in the collection in accordance with the library collection development policy. Come to the librarys service desk for help with questions of any kind. Find the law online law library alameda county, california. All proceeds from the sale of used books support the law library. In 2012, we celebrated our 40th anniversary of buying and selling books, music, movies and more by giving back. Drop off your preread books at any of the library branches. The alameda county library foundation aclf is the private fundraising arm of the alameda county public library.
Sales includes our usual large selection of fiction and mystery books, many categories of nonfiction, and antiquarian and special price books. Gifts of books are accepted without commitment regarding final disposition and with the. These cookies are not shared with any third parties. Albany library events events alameda county library. Friends of the castro valley library book sales support the many wonderful library programs and events for all ages. Few donated books are added to the library collection. Where to donate books temporary hold on book donations. Overdue books may now benefit alameda food bank find a library book under the bed. Digital gallery new york public library s database of images hathitrust digital library find books oclc worldcat project gutenberg free books online current events libraryspot. Friends of the library book sale events alameda county. Now is your chance to clear your library fines while helping others by donating food to people in need during alameda free librarys food for fines program. Oakland public library can accept up to two bags of donated books at the main branch. All food collected will be donated to the alameda food bank. The fremont main library is a funding information network partner of the foundation center.
The friends of the pleasanton library online book sales are possible because of the generous donation of books and media from the pleasanton community. If you would like to contribute to the librarys effort in promoting reading, learning and community, the best method is to address your gift to the friends of the pleasanton library. The friends and foundation of fremont public library district is the main fundraising body and a 501c3 organization. In adherence with the state of california and the city of alameda s social distancing efforts we decided to make the difficult decision to close all three alameda free library locations to the public effective monday, march 16, 2020. The coretta scott king book awards donation grant was created to help build collections and bring books into the lives of children in preschool programs, faithbased reading projects, homeless shelters, charter schools, underfunded libraries, and other community organizations. Some books may be sent to the friends group for the book sale. Starting next month, alameda library s new food for fines program will help alamedans in need and also erase those fines.
Please be aware that the american library association does not accept, distribute, or coordinate donations of books or any other materials. No textbooks, library discards or books more than 15 years old. Any fines for overdue books will be waived on return. City of albany information on city government, city council meetings and agendas, upcoming events, disaster preparedness and more. By request, donated books are evaluated by the subject area specialist for consideration as additions to the library collection. To contact the library during the closure, please use the online chatemail. Make a purchase at amazonsmile support the friends of the alameda free library every time you shop on amazon. During this time, patrons who owe fines to the alameda. The letter will include an itemized list of donated materials and may be used to document tax deduction claims. Some cloudlibrary titles are currently available for check out through the library s new catalog, but they cannot be downloaded or read from the catalog. Please contact your local library to make sure that your donations can be accommodated and when it is the best time to bring donations. The alameda county library foundation aclf is the private fundraising arm of the alameda county public library system. You can also drop it off at the circulation desk in the main library. Our friends of the fremont library also sells books and other material both donated to us and discards from our collection three times a year, and when we do not add a donation to the library, we often give it to the friends to sell.
Join the oakland public library for online programs. Library patrons, we appreciate your patience and flexibility during these rapidly changing times. Because the library collection is actively used, no guarantee can be made that any gift will become a permanent addition. Alameda county law library is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donate your new and gentlyused books to support our annual book sale. We accomplish this mission by raising revenue in support of library programs, facilities and services that promote traditional and digital literacy, encourage. Extended hours, legal databases, books, or public programming. Borrowers can now clear any and all library fines and help others at the same time by donating food instead. Home library foundation guides at alameda county library.
In keeping with our founder ken gjemres saying that books should fill our lives, not our land, half price books launched its million book donation project and pledged to donate at least a million books each year. A donation receipt for income tax purposes is available at the foundation book. Search these databases from offcampus with a username your last name and password student id number. Book donations law library alameda county, california. Books and other items in good condition are welcomed. You can also support fal by donating books for our twiceyearly used book sales. Most book donations shall be given to the friends of the alameda free library for use in library fundraising projects such as the semiannual sale. If you have overdue books, please wait to return them until the library reopens. Used book sale in alameda to support our public libraries.
As thankful as we are for the communitys generous donations to our library, we will not be accepting any donated materials at this time, out of abundance of caution for public health and safety. Donations are accepted with the understanding that the library has the right to determine the disposition of gift items. If you would like to contribute to the library s effort in promoting reading, learning and community, the best method is to address your gift to the friends of the pleasanton library. The group friends of the alameda free library will hold its twiceyearly used book sale may 35 with tens of thousands of books, and some cds and dvds thrown in, sold at amazingly low prices. Donations are accepted at central library year round. Donating books and other items oakland public library. Attorneys, law firms, community members and organizations can help the law library expand access to legal information and access to justice by making a taxdeductible donation the alameda county law library. College of alameda library free online textbooks free online textbooks in response to widespread college closures, several companies that license online textbooks are temporarily providing free access to their textbook platforms through the end of may. Gift of books or other library materials are welcome. If you are interested in receiving donated books, click here. The friends of the pleasanton library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential institution of society and supporting its mission and vision. The alameda free library is currently closed as a precautionary measure due to covid19, so we cannot accept. Donate to the friends of the oakland public library fopl today to support special programs and projects that enhance library services to the residents of oakland, piedmont, and emeryville.
Alameda free library offers food for fines amnesty program. You can chose to apply your donation to a specific donor fund. The library does not accept books that smell of mold or mildew or are not in serviceable condition. Infinite possibilities for all to connect, share, succeed, thrive.
Friends of the alameda library is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting the city of alameda s libraries through fundraising, volunteerism and advocacy. Sep 05, 2018 oakland public library accepts book donations. Donations must meet the same standard as purchased material. Our friends of the fremont library also sells books and other material both donated to us and discards from our collection three times a year. Library closed to prevent the spreading of covid19, the library will be closed beginning march 16th. Your donations are sold by the friends of the library at book sales throughout the year. The san lorenzo public library offers a wonderful array of materials and services. Donations become the property of the alhambra civic center library. This guide provides information on some of the groups and organizations that do handle book donations including donations of used books if you are seeking book donations, you may be eligible to apply for donations from the groups listedor one of. The friends appreciate cash donations of any amount. As a result, he said there are noticeable gaps in subject matter. The library is unable to ascribe a fair market value to book donations. Most book donations shall be given to the friends of the alameda free library for use in library fundraising. Friends of the castro valley library is a nonprofit 501c3 organization serving our community and supporting the castro valley library by providing funds for library services, organizing fund raising and community activities, advocating at the local, state and national level for public support of libraries and developing an active and wellinformed membership.
Please note we cannot accept textbooks or other school materials. Alameda county library is a public library system with 10 libraries and a variety of mobile and outreach services that span the county. Your student id number can be found underneath the barcode on your student id. In addition, your ip address and browser information is stored in server logs and used to generate anonymized usage statistics. Used book sale friends of the alameda free library.
The library s friendly staff is always ready to help you find books, movies, music, computer assistance, and more. Drop off locations east bay childrens book project. Donations are only accepted during branch open hours. Donated books are sold at the foundation book store located inside the library and at fundraising book sales.
In accordance with the new shelter in place order issued by alameda county, our libraries will remain closed through its end on may 3rd during this closure, our book drops will be closed. The enki library is a shared open source ebook network that allows california libraries to own and store ebooks for access by library patrons. It is a nonprofit 501c3 organization registered with the irs and county of alameda. The kids are home, so is our staff, so were bringing the fun to you. Donated books are crucial to the success of programs supported by the friends of the alameda free library.
Donations of materials will be accepted by the library within the following guidelines. Go to membership page for membership donation options. The mission of the alameda county library foundation is to provide critical support to public libraries in the alameda county library system resulting in all people in our communities having access to knowledge in all of its forms. Drop off locations look for our donation bins at these locations. All contributions to the denver public library friends foundation are taxdeductible to the extent allowed by the law. The library was established in 1910 and provides services through a staff of over 270 employees. Friends of the san ramon library contra costa county. Friends and foundation of fremont public library district. As a member of this nationwide network of libraries, community foundations, and other nonprofit agencies, the grant center, on the 2nd floor of the fremont main library, provides visitors with free public access to grantmaker directories, books on.