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The City of Pleasanton Library and Recreation Department is pleased to offer a wide variety of programs and services designed to meet the diverse needs of the entire Pleasanton community. With a vision to inspire a vibrant community, the Library and Recreation Department is structured around the shared values of integrity, collaboration, customer service, inclusiveness and innovation. We encourage individuals of all ages to start a journey of discovery, connection and enjoyment through engagement with library programs, services and resources; senior programs and services; the City's performing, literary, visual, cultural and public art activities; local history, and environmental education; facility rentals; and a variety of indoor and outdoor camps, classes, events, sports and aquatics for all ages. The department also operates a cemetery, provides homeless liaison services, and sponsors senior citizen transportation. The City of Pleasanton is a progressive and professional organization dedicated to service and enhancing community partnerships. We work hard to promote a high quality of life for the members of our community. The purpose of this page is to present local government and library and recreation news in the City of Pleasanton, CA. The City encourages you to visit this page to receive information, submit comments and get involved in the conversation. Please note, comments posted to this page are monitored when time permits and our Facebook settings will automatically hide a comment if profanity is used. The City reserves the right to delete comments that: contain false information, profanity, derogatory or obscene language or sexual content, threaten or defame any person or organization, support or oppose political candidates, political organizations or ballot propositions, promote illegal activity, promote commercial services or products, infringe on copyrights or trademarks or are not topically related to the particular posting. Inappropriate comments will be removed as soon as time permits. This page is monitored during regular business hours only as time permits. The City disclaims any and all responsibility and liability for any materials that the City deems inappropriate for posting, which cannot be removed in an expeditious and otherwise timely manner. The City does not endorse any links or advertisements that appear on this page, and any use of the "like" feature between the Police Department and a private party does not indicate any endorsement of that private party's actions or comments. Content, including your comments, is subject to disclosure under the California Public Records Act. Posting information related to a crime on this page is not anonymous, and you may be contacted by the Police Department if you are a witness to a crime. Any direct shares to this page and its list of followers may be considered a public record, which is subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act.

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Zippy for a fun morning at Bernal Community Park! Enjoy a special Storytime at...
09/14/2026

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Zippy for a fun morning at Bernal Community Park! Enjoy a special Storytime at 11 a.m., explore books, games, arts and crafts, and on-the-spot library card sign-ups!

Help a neighbor - volunteer as an adult literacy tutor! Flexible schedule; training, materials, and meeting space provid...
09/11/2026

Help a neighbor - volunteer as an adult literacy tutor! Flexible schedule; training, materials, and meeting space provided. Contact Pleasanton library to learn more.

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Zippy for a fun, family-friendly morning at Bernal Community Park! Enjoy a spe...
09/10/2026

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Zippy for a fun, family-friendly morning at Bernal Community Park! Enjoy a special Storytime at 11 a.m., explore books, games, arts and crafts, and on-the-spot library card sign-ups!

September is Library Card Sign Up Month! Hit all the right notes and sign up for a Pleasanton Library card to borrow fro...
09/09/2026

September is Library Card Sign Up Month! Hit all the right notes and sign up for a Pleasanton Library card to borrow from our vinyl record collection!

It’s going to be a hot couple of days, Pleasanton! ☀️A Heat Advisory is in effect today, September 9, and tomorrow, Sept...
09/09/2026

It’s going to be a hot couple of days, Pleasanton! ☀️

A Heat Advisory is in effect today, September 9, and tomorrow, September 10, as hot temperatures are expected across the region.

Need a break from the heat? Head to the Pleasanton Library! Stop in to cool down, browse the shelves, find your next great read, and enjoy all the Library has to offer. 📚

🕐 Library Hours:
Monday | 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday | 1:00–9:00 p.m.
Thursday | 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

📍 400 Old Bernal Ave.

As temperatures rise, remember to take a few simple steps to stay safe:
💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
🌳 Take breaks in the shade or air-conditioned spaces, especially if spending time outdoors.
🥵 Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
🚗 Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle.
👋 Check in on neighbors, especially older adults and others who may be more vulnerable to the heat.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and take care, Pleasanton!

🌱🌎 Ready to become an official Junior Naturalist? Join the naturalist for a morning of hands-on nature exploration and f...
09/05/2026

🌱🌎 Ready to become an official Junior Naturalist? Join the naturalist for a morning of hands-on nature exploration and fun! Complete the booklet and earn your official Junior Naturalist badge. Register now at pleasantonfun.com!

All Library and Recreation facilities (including the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center, Library, Senior Center, Firehouse ...
09/05/2026

All Library and Recreation facilities (including the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center, Library, Senior Center, Firehouse Art Center, Gingerbread Preschool, and Alviso Adobe) will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

✨ WE’RE HIRING! ✨Join the City of Pleasanton’s Library & Recreation Department! We’re currently looking for enthusiastic...
09/04/2026

✨ WE’RE HIRING! ✨
Join the City of Pleasanton’s Library & Recreation Department! We’re currently looking for enthusiastic, dependable team members to support our Pleasanton Senior Center.

Recreation Leader III | Senior Center Facility Support

Help keep the Senior Center welcoming, clean, organized, and ready for daily programs and activities. Responsibilities include room setup/teardown, organizing supplies, light maintenance, cleaning, and supporting facility operations.

Seasonal Senior Recreation Leader | Front Desk/Office Support

Be a friendly face for Senior Center participants while supporting front desk operations, registrations, payments, customer service, administrative tasks, volunteer support, and digital communications.

Interested in making a difference in your community? Apply today!
Visit the City of Pleasanton’s employment page through the link in our bio.

The Library will be closed Monday (9/7) in observation of Labor Day. ⛰️📚Help us keep the book drop from becoming a "book...
09/04/2026

The Library will be closed Monday (9/7) in observation of Labor Day. ⛰️📚Help us keep the book drop from becoming a "book mountain" this week and hang on to your books as long as you can. Enjoy a little extra time with your reads and give the book drop some time to rest!📖😴

SEPTEMBER IS SENIOR CENTER MONTH! 🎉 🍦 Kick of National Senior Center Month with the City of Pleasanton!  Come celebrate ...
08/27/2026

SEPTEMBER IS SENIOR CENTER MONTH! 🎉 🍦 Kick of National Senior Center Month with the City of Pleasanton! Come celebrate with us on September 1, learn what’s happening all month, and help us flip the script on aging! 📍 Pleasanton Senior Center | 5353 Sunol Blvd. 📞 (925) 931-5365

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