Orinda Library

08/28/2026

07/28/2026

Just 5 more days to turn in your passport and get your free book! Summer Reading ends when library doors close at 6:00 p.m.

07/16/2026

Discover the overlooked history of the Chinese immigrants who helped shape Napa Valley's vineyards, railroads, farms, and businesses in the late 19th century.

Produced by the Napa County Historical Society and based on the book by author and Lafayette Vice Mayor, John McCormick, this documentary uses historical images, research, and interviews to bring a long-hidden chapter of California history back into view.

Selected for the California Capital International Documentary Film Festival.

Join us for an early screening of the film, followed by a Q&A with John McCormick and filmmaker Jeff Hamilton.

No tickets. Seats are first come, first served. Doors open at 1:30 p.m

06/30/2026

Readers are turning in their Summer Reading passports! Hope to see yours soon!🍎🥑🍒🫐🍇🍓🫛🍉🍌🍊

05/21/2026

Laya Arts Collective will present "Stories that Dance," Indian mythology and folk tales brought to life through classical movement, vibrant storytelling and expressive gestures known as abhinaya. All ages and abilities are welcome.
This Thursday 3:30-4:30 in the Garden Room

04/18/2026

The Orinda Library, as well as all other Contra Costa County libraries, will be closed for staff training on Wednesday, April 22.
Book drops will be open and digital resources wil be available.

04/17/2026

Not only seeds, but occasional plants! A patron brought in succulents culled from the garden. They are on our enclosed patio for the taking.💚

04/03/2026

Are you ready for the California primary in two months? The League of Women Voters will be having an online conversation explaining changes, access and everything else. Register here: https:tinyurl.com/2026-vote-lwv