Friends of the Alameda Free Library

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Visit our brand new online bookstore, and check back often to see new books as they are added!

Your purchases will help fund programs that support the Alameda Free Library.
Friends @ Home
Online Programming

Earlier this year, the Friends moved some of its most popular programs - namely, art docent talks and author events - to an online format that we're calling "Friends @ Home."

Check out our upcoming virtual programs on our Events page!

Upcoming Events
IMPORTANT NOTE:

The library is still closed, but a new Library Takeout service is now available to patrons! Please visit the library's website to check for your contact-free curbside pickup.

Alameda Free Library Home Page
Library Takeout
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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

19 Feb 2021

Online Author Event with Robin Sloan Now Available to Stream

On February 17, 2021, the Friends of the Alameda Free Library was joined by New York Times bestselling author Robin Sloan for a fun and engaging discussion of his books Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour... Read More

11 Feb 2021

Online Author Event with Elsa Hart Now Available to Stream

On February 10, the Friends of the Alameda Free Library hosted Elsa Hart, a 2021 Mary Higgins Clark Award nominated author, for a discussion of her books, Jade Dragon Mountain, The White Mirror,... Read More