Walnut Creek Library Foundation

Walnut Creek Library Foundation The Walnut Creek Library Foundation exists to enrich the experience at our Walnut Creek libraries. We do this through programming, fund raising and advocacy.

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Books, plants, and a little creative chaos. Perfect library afternoon.Teens ages 13–18 are invited to Plot and Pot: A Bo...
08/26/2026

Books, plants, and a little creative chaos. Perfect library afternoon.

Teens ages 13–18 are invited to Plot and Pot: A Bookish Succulent Workshop on Monday, August 31 from 4–5 PM at the Walnut Creek Library.

Paint a flower pot inspired by a favorite book, whether it’s fantasy, romance, mystery, manga, or a classic, then plant your own succulent to take home and watch grow.

All supplies are provided. Just bring your creativity and maybe your current favorite book for inspiration.
Registration is required and spots are limited.

08/26/2026

The Library is devastated to learn of the passing of Dolly Parton, not only a talented musician, but also a true titan of children's literacy. Her Imagination Library has received multiple Library of Congress Literacy Awards and, in 2018, Dolly visited us to donate the program’s 100 millionth book to our collection. She even hosted story time. 🦋❤️

Watch the video of her story time reading at the Library. ⬇️ https://blogs.loc.gov/loc/2020/12/dolly-parton-the-library-that-dolly-built/

Image: Dolly Parton reads to children in the Library’s Great Hall in 2018. Photo by Shawn Miller/Library of Congress.

Elections are changing. Do you know what’s changing with them?Join us September 8 at the Downtown Walnut Creek Library f...
08/21/2026

Elections are changing. Do you know what’s changing with them?
Join us September 8 at the Downtown Walnut Creek Library for the next WCLF Live! event, featuring the League of Women Voters Diablo Valley.
Denise Coane and Dr. Rhiannon Shires will lead a practical, nonpartisan conversation about the 2026 elections, including changes to election administration and voting access nationally, across California, and right here in Contra Costa County.
📅 September 8
⏰ 7 PM
📍 Downtown Walnut Creek Library
Save the date and come be part of the conversation.

What were you doing sixteen years ago?In July, the downtown Walnut Creek Library celebrated its 16th birthday. Since its...
08/19/2026

What were you doing sixteen years ago?

In July, the downtown Walnut Creek Library celebrated its 16th birthday. Since its grand reopening, it has become a beautiful and beloved fixture in the heart of the city, and one of the most used facilities in the Contra Costa County Library system.

Over the years, community generosity has helped both Walnut Creek library branches provide additional ebooks, original and engaging programs, updated technology and equipment, and refreshed furnishings for library users of all ages.

Looking ahead, the downtown Walnut Creek Library has extended its hours as of July 1, 2026:
Monday: 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday: 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday: 10 AM–8 PM
Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday: 9 AM–5 PM
Sunday: Closed

These added hours will help accommodate increased demand during the scheduled closure of the Ygnacio Valley Library for infrastructure upgrades, currently planned for September 9, 2026 through approximately May 31, 2027.

The communities surrounding Ygnacio Valley Library are eagerly awaiting this much-needed refresh of their beloved neighborhood branch.

08/14/2026

Songs, fingerplays, lap bounces, and time to play together.

Baby Songs & Play is happening Tuesday, August 18 from 12–12:30 PM at the Walnut Creek Library.

Parents and caregivers with babies ages 0–1 are invited for a sweet, interactive program designed just for little ones.

Stay after to play and connect with other families.

No registration required.

08/11/2026

Pull the lever, library-goers.

Kids Movie Matinee is happening Wednesday, August 12 from 4–5:45 PM at the Walnut Creek Library.

This month’s family-friendly movie is The Emperor’s New Groove.

Free and open to families. For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours notice.

08/05/2026

Book lovers, this one’s for you.

The Friends of the Walnut Creek Library Book Sale is back, which means it’s time to browse the tables, hunt for hidden gems, and leave with “just one book” becoming a full stack.

Saturday, August 8
10:00am to 3:30pm
Walnut Creek Library

Come support the library, stock your shelves, and give a few great books their next chapter.

07/30/2026

A manga club with main-character energy.

Teens are invited to the Walnut Creek Library for LGBTQ+ Manga Club, a welcoming space to talk manga, discover new stories, and connect with other readers.

Wednesday, August 5
4:00pm to 5:00pm
Walnut Creek Library

Free and open to teens.

A little paint, a little creativity, and a very solid excuse to get out of the house.The Summer Reading Paint Party is h...
07/28/2026

A little paint, a little creativity, and a very solid excuse to get out of the house.

The Summer Reading Paint Party is happening at the Walnut Creek Library, with hands-on crafts for tweens and teens inspired by this year’s theme: Plant A Seed, Read.

Wednesday, July 29
2:00pm to 3:00pm
Oak View Room, Walnut Creek Library

For tweens and teens. All materials provided. Just bring your creativity.

History, intrigue, and one very underestimated spy.Join us at the Ygnacio Valley Library for a local author talk with Ve...
07/21/2026

History, intrigue, and one very underestimated spy.

Join us at the Ygnacio Valley Library for a local author talk with Veronica Rossi, author of Rebel Spy, a historical fiction novel inspired by Agent 355 and the women who helped shape the American Revolution from the shadows.

Thursday, July 23
1:00pm to 2:00pm
Ygnacio Valley Library

Free and open to the community.

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Walnut Creek, CA
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