These are unprecedented times, so we are calling upon our community to consider supporting the Friends of the Alameda Library at this time, as well as the local businesses that support us every single year. 1. Donate funds or services … Read More
In just a few short days our lives have changed dramatically – in ways that we never envisioned. We have added new words to our vocabulary: coronavirus disease, COVID-19, social distance, shelter-in-place. The coronavirus sheltering-in-place is hitting home for many … Read More
Long time FAL supporter, John Quick, passed away on January 28, 2020. John served as FAL treasurer from July 2003 through 2011 and was a dedicated book sale volunteer, doing what needed to be done including moving boxes of bought … Read More
FAL started out the year with a bang. In February, we sponsored three exceptional programs in recognition of Black History Month. The panel, Black Youth Exploring the Road to Success, offered personal stories about their struggles and suggestions for today’s … Read More
NOTE: You can now view a full-length video of this event by scrolling to the bottom of this page! On February 2nd the Friends of the Library presented its second annual panel discussion for Black History Month in the Main … Read More
On February 10th The Friends of the Library kicked off its 2020 Art Docent series with a presentation of the de Young museum’s exhibit, “Soul of a Nation – Art in the Age of Black Power 1963-1983.” Docent Marcia Holm, … Read More
As we enter a new year and new decade, it’s a good time to highlight the many successes from the past year. Two successful book sales brought buyers from all over the Bay Area, our highest revenues ever, and an … Read More
A big thank you to those who contributed to our fall letter requesting donations. In contrast to the many, many letters sent by other organizations, FAL sends out only two requests a year. This is a major source of our … Read More
The Book Sale team would love to have a couple more volunteers able to work a few hours a week to sort, price, and box up our donated books. Shifts are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays during regular library … Read More
Many library patrons stopped by the “Thank a Friend” display at the main branch in November to write a note thanking us for providing funds to the library. We are very grateful for the warm and heartfelt words of thanks. … Read More