Dougherty Station Library

09/05/2026

How Much Power Should the President Have?
Thursday, September 17, 7:30pm

Vikram Amar and Dan Farber will engage in a moderated conversation on the challenges of maintaining effective presidential leadership while preventing abuse of power.

Register here - https://tinyurl.com/lwv-presidential-power

08/29/2026

Congratulations to Henry and all the 2026 Summer Reading prize winners in our library community and across Contra Costa County Libraries! Henry won the Good Egg/Bad Seed plushie!

08/18/2026

08/14/2026

The Slim Chance Circus
Dougherty Station Library
Saturday, September 26th
11:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.

The Slim Chance Circus Show is the perfect mixture of thrills and skills to delight audiences of all ages. Slim artfully blends circus, vaudeville, slapstick comedy and the history of juggling to create a multitude of magical moments, surprises, and learning fun.

This program has been made possible by the San Ramon Library Foundation.

08/10/2026

Supporting Your Child's Behavioral Health: An Introduction to BrightLife Kids
Wed. September 16 at 11:00 am

Virtually join BrightLife Kids for an overview of free behavioral health support program for children and families. Caregivers will learn how to connect with a behavioral health expert through personalized coaching, receive practical tips to support their child's emotional well-being, and get step-by-step guidance on how to register and access the services.

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

08/04/2026

Kids ages 3 to 12 are invited to explore STEAM learning focused stations on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Guest will have the opportunity to experiment and play with engineering, science, art, and coding toys and activities.

No registration is required.

This program is generously supported by the San Ramon Library Foundation.

08/01/2026

UC Master Gardener Webinar - Allure of Tulips
August 18, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm

Learn from UC Master Gardeners Kitty Cole and Lisa Phillips how to purchase, store, and plant tulip bulbs, along with clever ways to keep pests at bay.

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/AugMG2026

07/31/2026

The Summer Reading Program runs through August 1, and we’ll accept completed passports until August 8! 📚

Keep reading and finish your passport to earn your prizes. We can’t wait to celebrate all of your hard work!

Congratulations to everyone who has already completed Summer Reading! 🎉

07/29/2026

Here is the link to register:
https://tinyurl.com/459pjx9a

07/28/2026

Summer reading is coming to an end. "Plant a Seed, Read!" From June 1- August 1 complete tracking online with Beanstack or finish filling out your passport and visit your local library to turn in your passport or show your digital completion badge. Everyone who completes summer reading wins prizes, including a free book, and is entered in a drawing for a chance to win more amazing prizes.