Welcome

The Friends of the Orinda Library is a non-profit, donations-supported organization dedicated to our community library. Membership is open to all who wish to support libraries, literacy, and books. Volunteers are always welcome!

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Our Bookshop, located on the library level, just outside the library entrance, is open.

Monday 1:00-4:00pm
Tuesday 10:00-4:00pm
Wednesday 10:00-4:00pm
Thursday 1:00-6:00pm
Friday 1:00-4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm

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Support

Donate to the Friends or become a member today—securely online or by mail. Annual individual memberships are available for as little as $50 per year!

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Volunteer

The Friends of the Orinda Library runs with the help of over 65 volunteers working in the bookshop, sorting room, and at our seasonal sales.

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Recent News

Bookshop Hours extended on Saturday morning
Bookshop

Extended Summer Hours

With summer upon us, everyone has more time to sit down and enjoy a good…
Join us for our annual booksale on the Fourth of July!
Booksale

Fourth of July Book Sale

Join us on the plaza this Fourth of July for our giant book sale for…
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Writing Contest

2026 Writing Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Poul Anderson Writing Contest. The contest is an…
Childrens book sale
Booksale

Children’s Book Book Sale

Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026 for a fantastic children’s book sale featuring early…