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Your Voice in the Library’s Strategic Plan

Tell us what matters to you. Share your priorities in the library’s community survey by January 20, 2026.

Support During Finals

Learn about resources for high school students during Finals.

Take Our Events Survey

Tell us what events you would like to see here!

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What's New

Staff Picks

Staff Picks

Mistletoe and Mischief

Festive fun with a wink and a smirk - perfect for anyone who likes their holiday cheer served with a little bit of mayhem.

Reading Under the Covers

Cozy romances or gripping thrillers—these books are perfect for cold days with a hot drink and warm blanket.

Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by exploring these powerful teen fiction titles featuring Indigenous authors and characters.

Native American Stories for Young Minds

Celebrate Native American voices and traditions through this captivating collection for young readers.

eLibrary News

eLibrary News

AI Helpdesk: Virtual & In-Person, part of a series

A YouTube stream where we troubleshoot your problems using AI tools and talk about the best ways to use (and not use) them in daily life.

Vintage Media Lab (VML) 2026 Bookings Reboot

Beginning in January 2026, we’re upgrading how appointments become available.

Read Library eBooks on Your Kindle Paperwhite

Learn how to send Libby eBooks to your Kindle Paperwhite in a just a few short steps!

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Handmade with Love

The winter holidays are a great time of year to make handmade gifts for your family and friends.

Migrate to Foothills Nature Preserve to See Tarantulas

Tarantula migration season is upon us! Borrow a Foothills Parks Pass to observe these creatures in the wild.

If You Loved K-Pop Demon Hunters...

Are you obsessed with the second-best movie of 2025 (after Sinners, of course!)? Check out some titles inspired by the hit Netflix movie!

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YA Reads for Trans Day of Remembrance

Explore these Young Adult titles celebrating trans and nonbinary characters and authors.

Teen Reads: Mental Health Matters

Check out these stories that share different experiences around mental health.

Teen Volunteering

Learn more about how to get involved with local service opportunities for teens in Palo Alto, both online and in-person.

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Celebrating Palo Alto Children's Library

Learn more about the first freestanding library in the United States intended solely for children.

Family Resources at the Library: TK-5th Grade

Support your child's learning with a variety of literacy-based programs and resources available through the library.

PACL Recommends: Graphic Novels for Grades K-3

Check out these staff recommended graphic novels for grades K-3.
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