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All Contra Costa County library branches offer programs for children, teens, adults and families. All branches are closed March 31 for a furlough day, and April 24 in observance of Easter. For library hours and updated information, call the local branch or 800-984-4636 or visit www.ccclib.org.

  • At the Clayton Community Library, Story Time programs are free.

    Patty Cakes Story Time: 11-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through May 10. For babies and children up to 3 years old attending with a caregiver, features songs, rhymes and stories with an aim to early literacy.

    Picture Book Time: 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays through April 7-June 2. For children 3-5 years old who may attend without a caregiver.

    Paws to Read: 4:35-5 p.m. April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17. For children in grades 1-5 who can attend a maximum of three sessions. Participants read aloud to a dog. The program is to encourage children who have trouble reading. It is not to teach dog safety or to overcome fear of dogs. Registration by a parent is required.

    Clayton Library Book Group: 7-9 p.m. the second Mondays, and open to anyone interested. On April 11, Sunny Solomon leads the discussion of “Baking Cakes in Kigali” by Gaile Parkin.

    Computer docent: teaches basic computer and Internet skills from 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays, or 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 925-673-0659 to schedule an appointment.

    The library is at 6125 Clayton Road, Clayton. Call 925-673-0659. Hours: 1-9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; and 1-5 p.m. Sundays.

  • At the Concord Library, Story Time programs are free

    Baby Time: from 10-10:20 a.m. Tuesdays through May 10, is for children ages 6 months to 2 years attending with a caregiver. It features short picture books, songs, bounces and finger plays.

    Toddler Time: for children ages 2-3½ attending with a caregiver, is from 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through May 17, and features short picture books, songs, finger plays and flannel board stories.

    Preschool Story Time: 1:30-2 p.m. Wednesdays through May 18, is for children 3½-5 and features stories, songs and finger plays.

    Bilingual Storytime: 1 p.m. Thursdays, April 7-May 19. Program encourages families to read and learn English and Spanish, and features stories, finger plays and crafts in both languages.

    Flower Power Family Program: 7 p.m. April 4. There will be stories, crafts and special programs for all ages. On April 11, the topic is Rain.

    Daffy Dave: 4 p.m. April 28. Daffy Dave will perform comedy, magic and juggling for children and families. The event is sponsored by Friends of the Concord Library.

    Cast Offs Knitting Group: 2-4 p.m. April 17. Teen knitters of all levels — including those wanting to learn — are welcome and can bring any current knitting projects. The knitting instructor will be on hand to answer any questions. Bring your own supplies.

    Meditation for Stress Reduction: 7-9 p.m. April 7. Dr. Marshall Zaslove will offer simple meditation techniques and demonstrate the most practical methods. Registration is required. There is a 24-hour cancellation notice to allow others on the waiting list to attend.

    Free Income Tax Assistance: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through April 16. AARP volunteers will provide tax assistance to low- and middle-income individuals. Call 646-5455 to make an appointment from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Drop-in assistance is available beginning at 10 a.m. Priority is given to senior citizens.

    Knitting and crochet group: 1:15-4:45 p.m. the first Sunday of each month. Knitters and crocheters of all levels are welcome. Drop in anytime to knit, crochet and network. Free knitting instruction during first half of class by Melanie Mintz, and free crocheting help the second half of class by Chris Curtiss. Some practice yarn provided, but bring your own needles. The topic for April 3 is knitting some love for your favorite librarians in honor of National Library Week.

    Concord Mystery Book Club: 2:30 p.m. the second Sunday of the month, and mystery lovers are invited to join the group. The April 10 discussion is on Rex Stout’s “Too Many Cooks” and “Champagne for One,” featuring Nero Wolfe.

    A small claims adviser workshop: 5:30-8 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, presented by the Contra Costa County Superior Court, and led by Gloria Sanchez, an attorney and small claims adviser. Learn how to prepare for a court appearance, file court forms and organize your case.

    No registration, but latecomers will not be admitted due to the large amount of information to be covered.

    The library is at 2900 Salvio St., Concord. Phone: 925-646-5455. Hours: Noon-9 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and 1-5 p.m. Sundays.
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