Community Events
On June 24, 2020, the Friends of the Alameda Free Library hosted San Francisco author Alan Fleishman for a discussion of his work A Collection of Characters, a compilation of fourteen short stories. This talk focused on the history underpinning the lead story entitled "Frannie Potter," which is
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On June 10, 2020, the Friends of the Alameda Free Library had the pleasure of hosting art docent Avril Angevine for a webinar on California Photography. California photographers have explored, developed, and refined the art of image-making in significant ways. From the early Pictorialists to Oakland’s revolutionary F64 group
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While some re-opening has begun in Alameda County, we have no word on dates for libraries. We know that the Library will need to make a number of changes to ensure the safety of those who visit the facilities. The changes will affect FAL programs as well. We will need
Community Events
On May 13, 2020, the Friends of the Alameda Free Library had the pleasure of hosting local author Helen Joyce Harris for a webinar discussion of her novel Visible Means of Support, which tells the story of an impetuous young man who is imprisoned for conspiracy to deal cocaine, and
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The FAL Board recognizes that we may not be able to hold regular activities for at least the remainder of the year. We are bringing some of those events – docent talks and author events – to you for you to enjoy from your home. This is a first for us and
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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 to the Friends of the Alameda Free Library. Visit our
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Today, we are fortunate that technology is a great enabler. For the Board and other meetings we are testing video conferencing tools to conduct business and to stay on top of the evolving challenges of the virus. Our outstanding library has a wealth of online material - from ebooks, audiobooks,
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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 books to buyers' cars. John was passionate about education,
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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 youth. The event was recorded and will be available
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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 Library’s Stafford Room. This year’s topic was “Black
Art Docent
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, who has appeared many times for the Friends, gave her