Library Gradual Reopening

Beginning April 5 the library we will be offering these new services: Computer Courtyard, Tech Drop-in via Zoom, and Online Printing. Click for more details.

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Adult Literacy (Alameda Reads)

A Free service of the Alameda Free Library. The program has been helping adults improve their reading and writing skills for more than 30 years.

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