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Regular Government Meetings
• Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) generally meets on land-use issues at 6 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, and holds general purpose meetings at 6 p.m. on most 3rd Mondays. Meetings are currently virtual at 6 p.m. For agenda, visit: acgov.org/bc/cvmac
• Castro Valley School Board meetings are currently virtual. For agenda, visit: https://www.cv.k12.ca.us/boarddocs/
• Castro Valley Sanitary District (CVSan) meets at 6:30p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month. Meetings are currently virtual: https://www.cvsan.org/who_we_are/board_of_directors/agendas_and_minutes.php
• Alameda County Board of Supervisors meets every Tuesday at 10:45 a.m. Meetings are currently virtual: https://www.acgov.org/agenda_minutes_app/board/bos_calendar/ag_min.jsp?subType=REG
Friends of the SL Library Spring Book Sale
A vast collection of signed first editions in the Collectible book section is one of the featured highlights at the Friends of San Leandro Library’s semi-annual Spring Book Sale on Saturday and Sunday, April 5th and 6th, at the Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue in San Leandro.
On Saturday April 5th, the Friends of the Library’s Member Preview will be held from 9-11 a.m., then the sale is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Sunday April 6th, the Friends’ very popular Bag Sale Day will run 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Want early access to the sale? Become a Member! Check out the San Leandro Library website or stop by the Friends of the San Leandro Library Bookstore located in the Main Library for more information.
Thousands of quality books, CDs, DVDs, and LPs, as well as collectible and rare books are available at rock-bottom prices. Come early for the best selection.
All proceeds benefit San Leandro Library programs and services.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale April 25th, 26th, and 27th at the library, 3600 Norbridge Avenue, in Castro Valley. Days and times are as follows:
Friday April 25th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Member Preview)
Saturday April 26th, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday April 27th, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Bag Day - fill a bag for $5.00)
We will have many fiction and mystery books, all genres of nonfiction, children's books, music CDs, DVDs. audio books, jigsaw puzzles, games, and lots of miscellaneous, all at bargain prices. Most books are $1 or less. Children's books are 25 cents. We will also have a selection of antiquarian, gift quality, and special price books at slightly higher prices. Memberships in the Friends are available each day of the sale, or you can join online or at our BookStore inside the library. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. Funds from this sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be possible. The library is located on Norbridge Ave. between Redwood Road and Castro Valley Blvd. Look for our $2 coupon in the April 23rd Forum. Hope to see you there.
Friends of the CV Library Indoor Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale December 6 - 8 at the Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., in Castro Valley. Sale times are as follows:
Friday December 6th - 6 to 8 p.m. Member preview. Memberships will be available at the door, or you can join any time by visiting the bookstore or our website.
Saturday December 7th - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Check the December 4th Forum for our $2 coupon, good on Saturday only.
Sunday December 8th - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Fill a Bag day. Fill a standard grocery bag for $5.
We will have all categories of books available: fiction, mystery, children’s books, most genres of nonfiction, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, jigsaw puzzles, games, and lots of miscellaneous items, all at bargain prices. We will also have a selection of antiquarian, special price, and gift quality books. This is a great way to do your Christmas shopping! Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. Proceeds pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be possible.
Friends of CV Library Indoor Book Sale (Sunday)
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale at the CV Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., August 2nd through 4th. Sale times are as follows:
Sunday August 4th, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bag Day. Fill a standard grocery bag for $5.
We will have fiction and mystery books, children's books, and all genres of nonfiction, music CDs, DVDs, jigsaw puzzles, games, and miscellaneous. Most books are $1 or less. We will also have a selection of antiquarian and special price books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. All proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be possible. The Castro Valley Library is located on Norbridge Ave. between Redwood Road and Castro Valley Blvd. Cash, checks, debit/credit accepted. Look for our $2 coupon in the July 31st Forum. Hope to see you there!
Friends of CV Library Indoor Book Sale (Saturday)
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale at the CV Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., August 2nd through 4th. Sale times are as follows:
Friday August 2nd, 6 to 8 p.m. Member preview. Memberships will be available at the door.
Saturday August 3rd, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday August 4th, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bag Day. Fill a standard grocery bag for $5.
We will have fiction and mystery books, children's books, and all genres of nonfiction, music CDs, DVDs, jigsaw puzzles, games, and miscellaneous. Most books are $1 or less. We will also have a selection of antiquarian and special price books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. All proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be possible. The Castro Valley Library is located on Norbridge Ave. between Redwood Road and Castro Valley Blvd. Cash, checks, debit/credit accepted. Look for our $2 coupon in the July 31st Forum. Hope to see you there!
Friends of CV Library Indoor Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale at the CV Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., August 2nd through 4th. Sale times are as follows:
Friday August 2nd, 6 to 8 p.m. Member preview. Memberships will be available at the door.
Saturday August 3rd, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday August 4th, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bag Day. Fill a standard grocery bag for $5.
We will have fiction and mystery books, children's books, and all genres of nonfiction, music CDs, DVDs, jigsaw puzzles, games, and miscellaneous. Most books are $1 or less. We will also have a selection of antiquarian and special price books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. All proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be possible. The Castro Valley Library is located on Norbridge Ave. between Redwood Road and Castro Valley Blvd. Cash, checks, debit/credit accepted. Look for our $2 coupon in the July 31st Forum. Hope to see you there!
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale (Sunday)
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, August 4 - 6. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, audio books, DVDs, and music CDs. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of antiquarian and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale (Saturday)
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, August 4 - 6. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, audio books, DVDs, and music CDs. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of antiquarian and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, August 4 - 6. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, audio books, DVDs, and music CDs. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of antiquarian and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the Castro Valley Library Book Sale (Sunday)
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, May 5 - 7. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, audio books, DVDs, and music CDs. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of antiquarian and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the Castro Valley Library Book Sale (Saturday)
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, May 5 - 7. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, audio books, DVDs, and music CDs. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of antiquarian and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the Castro Valley Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, May 5 - 7. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, audio books, DVDs, and music CDs. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of antiquarian and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Hayward Library Book Sale
"...a mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge." -George R.R. Martin, A Game of Thrones
Keep your edge at the Hayward Library book sale, first floor, 888 C Street. Join us both inside and right outside the New Leaf Bookstore 10:30AM -3:30 PM. All proceeds support library programs.
Hayward Library Book Sale
Curl up with a great book from Friends of the Hayward Public Library book sale. Join us both inside and right outside the New Leaf bookstore located on the first floor at 888 C Street in Hayward. Parking available in City Hall Public Parking garage. Sale begins at 10:30, ends at 3:30. All proceeds support the Library programs.
That same day, enjoy a special Lunar New Year celebration in Library 's central foyer at 11:30-12 noon. The free performance is open to all. For more info go to Hayward. librarycalendar.com
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, December 2 to 4pm. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, DVDs and music CD’s. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of gift quality, antiquarian, and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. Masks are required in the library. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. This is our first 3-day sale since before the pandemic! Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, December 2 to 4pm. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, DVDs and music CD’s. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of gift quality, antiquarian, and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. Masks are required in the library. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. This is our first 3-day sale since before the pandemic! Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale Friday through Sunday, December 2 to 4pm. This sale will feature fiction and mystery books, all categories of nonfiction books, children’s books, DVDs and music CD’s. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. We will have a nice selection of gift quality, antiquarian, and special books at slightly higher (but still bargain) prices. Member Preview is Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. Masks are required in the library. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. Proceeds from the sale pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. This is our first 3-day sale since before the pandemic! Please call us at 510-733-3285 or visit our website for more information.
Friends of the San Leandro Library Book Sale
The Friends of San Leandro Library’s two-day Fall Book Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, October 1 and 2, at the Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue in San Leandro.
In addition to its normal array of outstanding fiction, history, science, books for children, DVDs and CDs – all available at rock-bottom prices – the Friends will introduce their High Value and Rare collection including a first edition “Dune” signed by author Frank Herbert, plus signed first-editions by Jimmy Carter, Joe Montana, Henry Kissinger and many others.
Saturday sale hours, from 9-11 a.m., are held for members of the Friends of the Library, and then open to the public from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Sunday it’s the All-Day $3-a-Bag Sale open to everyone from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Come early for best selection. All proceeds benefit the San Leandro Library’s programs and services.
Friends of the San Leandro Library Book Sale
The Friends of San Leandro Library’s two-day Fall Book Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, October 1 and 2, at the Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue in San Leandro.
In addition to its normal array of outstanding fiction, history, science, books for children, DVDs and CDs – all available at rock-bottom prices – the Friends will introduce their High Value and Rare collection including a first edition “Dune” signed by author Frank Herbert, plus signed first-editions by Jimmy Carter, Joe Montana, Henry Kissinger and many others.
Saturday sale hours, from 9-11 a.m., are held for members of the Friends of the Library, and then open to the public from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Sunday it’s the All-Day $3-a-Bag Sale open to everyone from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Come early for best selection. All proceeds benefit the San Leandro Library’s programs and services.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale on Saturday and Sunday, August 27th and 28th. This sale will feature many categories of nonfiction books, including history, biography, cookbooks, reference- and textbooks, many Asian language books, and more. The sale will also include science- and paranormal fiction, children’s books, DVD’s and music CD’s. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday ($4 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will not be a member preview, but members may use the $2 coupon on their membership cards on Saturday. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. Masks are required in the library. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. Proceeds pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. For more information, please call 510-733-3285.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold an indoor book sale on Saturday and Sunday, August 27th and 28th. This sale will feature many categories of nonfiction books, including history, biography, cookbooks, reference- and textbooks, many Asian language books, and more. The sale will also include science- and paranormal fiction, children’s books, DVD’s and music CD’s. Most books are $1 or less; children’s books are 25¢. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday ($4 bag day) hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will not be a member preview, but members may use the $2 coupon on their membership cards on Saturday. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted. Masks are required in the library. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. Proceeds pay for library programs and amenities that would not otherwise be available. For more information, please call 510-733-3285.
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold a two day book sale Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26 at the Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley. The sale will include adult fiction and mystery books, DVDs and a large selection of children’s books. There will also be a table of specially priced books, including antiquarian volumes and books signed by the author. No non-fiction will be offered at this sale. Saturday hours are 10 to 3. Sunday from 1 to 4 will feature a Bag Sale, only $4 for a bag of books! All proceeds support library programs. Masks will be required
Friends of the CV Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will hold a two day book sale Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26 at the Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley. The sale will include adult fiction and mystery books, DVDs and a large selection of children’s books. There will also be a table of specially priced books, including antiquarian volumes and books signed by the author. No non-fiction will be offered at this sale. Saturday hours are 10 to 3. Sunday from 1 to 4 will feature a Bag Sale, only $4 for a bag of books! All proceeds support library programs. Masks will be required
Friends of San Leandro Library Spring Book Sale
Slip into spring at the Friends of San Leandro Library Spring Book Sale, Saturday and Sunday, March 26 and 27, in the Estadillo Room at the San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue, San Leandro. Saturday sale hours, between 9 and 11 a.m., are held for Members of the Friends. Then, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the sale is open to the public. Sunday’s “All-day $2 a Bag Sale”, is open to everyone from Noon to 3 p.m. Thousands of beautiful books, novels, history, mysteries, westerns, romance, science , collectible volumes and more will be featured. All proceeds benefit the San Leandro Library.
Friends of San Leandro Library Spring Book Sale
Slip into spring at the Friends of San Leandro Library Spring Book Sale, Saturday and Sunday, March 26 and 27, in the Estadillo Room at the San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue, San Leandro. Saturday sale hours, between 9 and 11 a.m., are held for Members of the Friends. Then, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the sale is open to the public. Sunday’s “All-day $2 a Bag Sale”, is open to everyone from Noon to 3 p.m. Thousands of beautiful books, novels, history, mysteries, westerns, romance, science , collectible volumes and more will be featured. All proceeds benefit the San Leandro Library.
Book Sale
The Friends of the Castro Valley Library will be holding book sales in front of the library (3600 Norbridge Avenue) every Saturday morning from 10 to 11:45. There will be a selection of adult fiction, children books, DVD’s and a rotating selection of other categories. Proceeds help support programs at the Castro Valley Library. CASH ONLY.