Schools and Libraries
December 2, 2022
From: Pleasanton Public LibraryWe wish you and your loved ones a joyous and festive holiday season!
Featured Programs
HOMETOWN HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Join us for the most festive event of the season! The annual holiday parade will start at 5 p.m. and will be followed by a tree lighting ceremony in front of the Museum on Main.
Click here for more Hometown Holiday information
LIBRARY ROOFING PROJECT
In December, construction work will begin on two roof access panels inside the library.
The areas will be secured for safety, and noise levels will increase for a few weeks while the necessary tasks are completed. The library will remain open to the public, and all regular library services will be available.
Click here to follow and receive updates on the Library Roof Replacement Project
ELF THE MUSICAL JR. PREVIEW
Get in the holiday spirit and join the Pleasanton Youth Theater Company's Main Stage cast as they sing short excerpts from their production Elf the Musical Jr.
This program is free for all ages!
Click here for more Elf the Musical Jr. Preview information
Library Closures
The library will be closed:
Friday, December 23-Monday, December 26 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Sunday, January 1-Monday, January 2 for New Years Day
Newsletter Poll Results
Last month we asked if you prefer apple pie or pumpkin pie and here are the results:
Apple Pie: 53%
Pumpkin Pie: 32%
Other: 14%
Pecan
Cherry
Blackberry
Rhubarb
Check back every month for a new poll and to see how your response compares to the rest of the community!
Programs for All Ages
ROBOT GARDEN FIX-IT CLINIC
Free monthly community event to get assistance repairing a wide variety of household items. Reduce. Reuse. REPAIR. Recycle.
Saturday, December 10 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
View the Robot Garden Fix-It Clinic information here
PAWS TO READ ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Save the date to celebrate the Paws to Read program's 20th Anniversary!
Saturday, January 28 at the Pleasanton Public Library
Stay tuned for more information!
Programs for Kids
PAWS TO READ
Our Winter Session starts in January!
January 24
January 31
February 7
February 14 - Valentine's Day Pajama Party!
February 21
February 28
Registration is required.
Click here for more Paws to Read Winter Session information
STORYTIMES ANYTIME
Check out our pre-recorded storytimes. Sing and read on-demand with our staff!
View the Online Storytimes here
Programs for Teens
TEEN BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
Looking for a new book to read?
Explore staff curated lists by clicking these links:
Books to Make You Feel Something
Mysteries and Thrillers for Young Adults
Click here to check out book recommendations websites
DIGITAL STUDENT CENTER
School is back in session and the library has a variety of resources to help meet all your academic goals.
One-on-one tutoring assistance
Access to research databases
e-books and audiobooks
Test prep and more!
Check out the Digital Student Center here
Programs for Adults
BOOK CLUB
Two women. Two stories. Both on a collision course with the truth--no matter what that truth may bring to light.
Register for the Book Club here
FILM CLUB
A Canadian documentary that profiles and interviews musicians that made an impact on Christmas music standards.
Save your Film Club seat
VA MOBILE OUTREACH
Veterans can receive care and referrals Monday, December 19 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Click here to view more Veterans Assistance information
CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS PASS PROGRAM
In partnership with First Partner’s Office and the California State Library, the Pleasanton Public Library now has four (4) State Parks passes in circulation!
Click here for the State Parks Pass Program details
Activities Guide
FALL/WINTER ACTIVITIES GUIDE
Looking for a fun program or class to take? Check out the Fall/Winter Activities Guide to view all our Recreation and Library activities!
View the Fall/Winter Activities Guide here
Inclusion Services
The Library and Recreation department invites people with and without disabilities to enjoy our sites, facilities, and programs.
Visit our Inclusion Services site