Friends of the Alameda Free Library

Support our book sales

Help FAL find a new, secure, inexpensive storage place for used books and materials in between book sales.
Next used book sale: May 3-5, 2019

Book donations now welcome!!

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Next Art Docent April 29
Claude Monet

Event listing
Come attend a presentation about the final phase in famed artist Charles Monet’s long career in which he produced many of his lush, panoramic paintings from his gardens in Giverny, France.
AAUW/FAL Author Series: March 18

Alameda author Lea Kirk will discuss her science fiction romance series, Prophecy, Salvation, and Collision

Event listing and registration link
Please register for this free event
AAUW/FAL Author Series: April 8

Alameda’s own Natalie Devora will discuss her 2018 memoir, Black Girl, White Skin.

More info and registration

Friends of the Alameda Library is a non-profit organization committed to supporting the city of Alameda’s libraries through fundraising, volunteerism and advocacy.

Latest News from FAL

2 Mar 2019

Black History Month: Three Alameda leaders share their journeys

In recognition of Black History Month, FAL invited three outstanding leaders to share their journeys and challenges in making a difference in Alameda. A large, diverse, and rapt audience gathered on Feb. 24... Read More

17 Jan 2019

Community steps up to support local Coast Guard families

Coast Guard members posted at nearby Coast Guard Island, many of whom live in Alameda, have been a huge help to FAL’s twice-a-year used book sales, lending muscle and time to move thousands... Read More