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Library Takeout

Library Takeout is now available Mondays 2-7pm and Tues-Fri 12-5pm. Click for latest updates.

Phase 3.0

Beginning May 3rd, the library will open for browsing, self-checkout, and computer availability.

Tech Drop-In

15-minute drop-ins for tech help via Zoom are available now. Sign up here on the Computer Lab page.

Tax Information

Tax forms are available at the library and downloadable from the IRS website.

Lawyers in the Library- by phone

Lawyers in the library is back, by phone. Fill out the form linked here to schedule an appointment.

Peeps Voting

Click here to see the Peeple's Choice winner(s) for 2021!

Library Delivery Service during COVID-19

Offering limited delivery service during the pandemic for patrons who do not feel safe leaving home

Link +

The Alameda Free Library is now a member of LINK+. Find out more information here.

Your Next Read

Fill out this form for customized suggestions from our Virtual Library until we reopen.

Online Events

We're still holding some programs online. Check our calendar, and filter to view online-only events.

How to Contact Us

How to get in touch with the library during the pandemic

Main Library

1550 Oak St.
Alameda, CA 94501

West End Branch

788 Santa Clara Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501

Bay Farm Island Branch

3221 Mecartney Rd
Alameda, CA 94502

Alameda Reads

Veterans Building, Room 350 (upstairs)
2203 Central Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501-4421
(510) 865-2454

Dewey's Friends Cafe

located inside the Main Alameda Free Library

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