The city of Oakley, where the library recently received colorful additions to its front door and book drops, above, is looking for a location to build a new library, which currently shares space with Freedom High School on its campus.
Kids are back in school, and one of the most important supplies each one of them can have is a library card.
Make sure your school-age child has a card from the Contra Costa County Library system so he or she can enjoy all the free benefits that come with having one. From borrowing books, eBooks, and museum passes to getting homework help, learning new skills or attending storytime, a library card provides access to something for everyone.
September is Library Card Signup Month, and you can help us celebrate by encouraging your friends and family to sign up for library cards too. Library cards can help you find a new…