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Women's History Month
Celebrate the remarkable achievements of women through special events and stories.
Palo Alto in 60 Seconds
This podcast series by a local teen brings to life the history of the town of Palo Alto - its people, places, and culture.
Narcan Training
Join us for a workshop on the use of Narcan, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Upcoming Events
ESL Classes
Want to improve your English? These free ESL classes at the library serve both intermediate and advanced English learners.
Online Resources
Learn with Coursera
Don't miss a great opportunity to learn from top universities and organizations! Check out Coursera and our tips for online learning.
Up Your Skills
The Palo Alto Library has you covered with access to LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, Skillshare and three other top online learning platforms.
Search Obituaries
Genealogists rejoice! HeritageHub provides access to thousands of obituaries.
Tools for Job Seekers, Veterans, & Learners
Get access to live, on-demand assistance from expert Job Coaches or Veteran Navigators.
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Staff Picks
Food Forward Cozy Mysteries
Are you a foodie looking for a light-hearted mystery with a charming atmosphere?
We Can Do It! Memoirs By Strong Women
Memoirs of strong women -- may we know them, may we be them, may we read them.
Contemporary Irish fiction
Fiction and memoir from some of Ireland's most popular writers