Dougherty Station Library

Dougherty Station Library The Dougherty Station Library serves the needs of San Ramon's growing population. Library collections focus on the needs of children, teens, and adults.

The 11,600 square feet building is designed to incorporate new technology and efficient service. The library includes unique seating areas for young people and families, a community room for library programs, study rooms, computer lab, free wireless Internet access and 44 computers for public use. Dougherty Station is a popular destination for the community's many young families and teens. Programs for children, teens, and adults are provided with the support of San Ramon Library Foundation.

You are invited to experience a dynamic and vibrant classical Indian dance from Laya Arts Collective at the Dougherty St...
06/01/2026

You are invited to experience a dynamic and vibrant classical Indian dance from Laya Arts Collective at the Dougherty Station Library! Through this captivating performance, families will explore the traditions, rhythms, and expressive beauty of Bharatanatyam.

This program is for all ages and no registration is required.

"Stories that Dance" is generously sponsored by the San Ramon Library Foundation.

Plants in the ParksWed. June 24 at 11:00 am Root yourself in our local plant species, learning via Zoom about the incre...
05/24/2026

Plants in the Parks
Wed. June 24 at 11:00 am

Root yourself in our local plant species, learning via Zoom about the incredible botanical diversity found across the East Bay, from flower to fruit, stem to seed.

Register for Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/CCCL-EBRP-Naturalist

Sign up for Summer Reading, "Plant a Seed, Read!" from June1- August 1 at: ccclib.org/summer

Redwoods of the East Bay Wed. June 3 at 11:00 am Explore via Zoom the history and ecology of redwood forests to demonstr...
05/20/2026

Redwoods of the East Bay
Wed. June 3 at 11:00 am

Explore via Zoom the history and ecology of redwood forests to demonstrate the amazing adaptations that help the world's tallest trees survive.

Register for Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/CCCL-EBRP-Naturalist

Sign up for Summer Reading, "Plant a Seed, Read!" from June1- August 1 at: ccclib.org/summer

Thanks to everyone who attended Tale of a Dragon's Tail from Puppet Art Theater at the Dougherty Station Library today. ...
05/16/2026

Thanks to everyone who attended Tale of a Dragon's Tail from Puppet Art Theater at the Dougherty Station Library today. That was so much fun!

In this program, students in grades 1 to 5 grade are given the opportunity to read to a Therapy Dog for 15 minutes. Read...
05/14/2026

In this program, students in grades 1 to 5 grade are given the opportunity to read to a Therapy Dog for 15 minutes. Reading with dogs is a great way for children to practice their reading skills in a quiet, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment. Therapy Dogs are great listeners!

Call 925-973-3380 to sign-up by phone or register at the Service Desk.

Tale of the Dragon's Tail presented by Puppet Art TheaterSaturday, May 16, 202611:00am–12:00pmPrincess Penny is happy to...
05/12/2026

Tale of the Dragon's Tail presented by Puppet Art Theater
Saturday, May 16, 2026
11:00am–12:00pm

Princess Penny is happy to be home from her world travels, until she discovers there are problems in the kingdom. A dragon has been spotted in the hills above the castle, and her father, the King, has been giving all of the kingdom’s gold to a wizard who claims he can keep the dragon away. Penny suspects something fishy. Will Penny get to the bottom of the mystery? Is there really a dragon? Find out in “Tale of the Dragon’s Tail!” from Puppet Art Theater at the Dougherty Station Library.

This program is fun for the whole family.
No registration is required.
All ages and abilities welcome.

Thanks to the San Ramon Library Foundation for their generous support!

Fur, Scales & TailsWednesday, June 17, 2026:30pm–7:30pmJoin us for some furry fun and scaly surprises as Tracy Hill brin...
05/10/2026

Fur, Scales & Tails
Wednesday, June 17, 202
6:30pm–7:30pm

Join us for some furry fun and scaly surprises as Tracy Hill brings a menagerie of animal stars to the Dougherty Station Library! Animal lovers will meet a variety of animals, from chickens and rabbits to spiders and snakes. Some of the animals will even perform a trick or two.

This program is fun for the whole family.
No registration is required.
All ages and abilities welcome.

Thanks to the San Ramon Library Foundation for their generous support!

This Saturday (May 9th) is our monthly STEAM Saturday from 10:30am to 12pm at the Dougherty Station Library.On STEAM Sat...
05/08/2026

This Saturday (May 9th) is our monthly STEAM Saturday from 10:30am to 12pm at the Dougherty Station Library.

On STEAM Saturdays (the 2nd Saturday of each month), kids ages 3 to 12 are invited to explore STEAM learning focused activity stations and experiment with engineering, building, and coding toys.

No registration required.

Generously sponsored by the San Ramon Library Foundation.

UC Master Gardener WebinarRhizomes, Tubers, and Bulbs ... oh my! A UC Master Gardener WebinarTuesday, May 19, 20266:00 –...
05/06/2026

UC Master Gardener Webinar
Rhizomes, Tubers, and Bulbs ... oh my! A UC Master Gardener Webinar
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm

Understanding what happens beneath the soil is key to growing healthy plants—especially those with rhizomes, tubers, and bulbs. In this session, you’ll learn what makes these plants both beautiful and edible, as well as special and rewarding to grow.

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/MayUCMG2026

Address

17017 Bollinger Canyon Road
San Ramon, CA
94582

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19259733380

Website

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