Technology

Current Library ServicesCurrent Library Services

Our buildings are closed but many services are still available, including returns and by-appointment holds pick up:
  • Mitchell Park Library
  • Rinconada Library
See what services are currently available, including returns and by-appointment holds pick up:
  • Mitchell Park Library
  • Rinconada Library

Take a Chromebook Home

Do you know that you can check out Chromebook at the library and bring it home for a week at a time?

Library of Things

Take a look at some of the things you can check out from the library!

Looking for help with apps, databases, or eBooks?

Tech FAQs

  • In short, because it's part of our mission to nurture innovation, discovery, and delight.

  • Wireless Internet is available at all branches. No password or library card is required. Steps to Connect:

    1. Look for PA_OverAir_Library on your wireless device.
    2. Accept the policy and enjoy 2 hours of access. 

    After 2 hours, you can repeat the process for more Internet access. Please note that we cannot guarantee your equipment will work with our network. Palo Alto City Library assumes no responsibility for the safety of equipment or for laptop configurations, security, or data files resulting from connection to the Library's network.

  • For health and safety reasons we do not currently have library spaces available for public computer use. Wireless internet is still available for smartphones and other portable electronics if you are within signal range of a library building.

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