The Walnut Creek Library Foundation's mission is to enrich the experience at the Walnut Creek libraries. We do this through programming, fundraising, and advocacy. Since 1998, we've raised more than $10.5 million for new and improved library facilities, collections, programs, and services for both the Walnut Creek and Ygnacio Valley libraries. Your donations keep our libraries growing!

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WCLF Programs

Registration is now open!

New York Times bestselling author Julia Scheeres will be in conversation with Martha Ross, a Walnut Creek native and features writer for the Mercury News and East Bay Times.

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Library Programs

T(ween) Wellness Kits

Ygnacio Valley Library

Thursday, May 11 - Will Continue While Supplies Last

All Day

While supplies last, these kits will be given to students who sign up for library cards and/or demonstrate use of some of our online resources.

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Toddler Storytime & Play

Walnut Creek Library

Thursdays

10:15 - 11 AM

Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 0-3, but all ages are welcome.

For special accommodations, please contact the library with 72 hours notice.

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East Bay Vivarium Presents: Traveling Reptile Show

Walnut Creek Library

Thursday, May 25

4 -5 PM

Spend an hour with some creepy-crawlies! The East Bay Vivarium will bring an amazing assortment of critters to the library for a fun and educational lecture.

This program is recommended for ages 6 and up. No registration is required.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Walnut Creek Library.

For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours notice.

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All Ears Reading

Ygnacio Valley Library

Tuesday, May 23

3 -5 PM (15 minute intervals)

Reading aloud is one of the best ways to improve reading skills. It is even more fun when you have a furry friend. With All Ears Reading, children can improve their core reading skills in a relaxed non-judgmental environment with a dog from ARF's Pet Hug Pack. Register online to get your spot today. Perfect for children in grades 1-5.

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Learn to Crochet

Walnut Creek Library

Thursday, May 11

4:30 - 5:30 PM

Join us to level up on your skills, learn some of the basics, or meet other crafters. Start a new project or bring one of your own to work on.

Ages 6-12. No registration is required.

For special accommodations, please contact the Library with 72 hours notice.

This program is funded by the Walnut Creek Library Foundation.

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Game Night

Ygnacio Valley Library

Wednesday, May 17

2:30 - 4:30 PM

Join us at Ygnacio Valley Library, as we host Game Night (in the afternoon). We will have board games, card games, and a Nintendo Switch. Play, watch, or socialize, this event is open to all Teens and Tweens. 

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Digital Resources

Learn a new language for free or brush up on your skills. Rosetta Stone through the Library offers 30 languages and more than 50 hours of foundational immersion instruction at every language level. Learning is structured around core lessons to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills and focuses on activities to refine grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. 

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Around Town

Open Aire Artisan Faire | Makers Market

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Saturday, May 13

11 - 5 PM

Come to lovely Broadway Plaza to enjoy our Open Air Artisan Faire! We are rounding up the best local makers and great vibes!

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Diablo Ballet Presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Lesher Center for the Arts

Friday, May 26 | 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 27th | 2 and 7:30 PM

Diablo Ballet, Contra Costa's only professional dance company, ends its 29th Season with the world premiere of A Midsummer Night's Dream at Walnut Creek's Lesher Center for the Arts.

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Monthly Programs

Visit our calendar to view the latest reoccuring online programs for Adults, Teens, and Children.

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