This week in Alameda, join the Alameda Free Library for Women's History Month events, stop by two local art galleries for receptions, celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Faction Brewing, and participate in some cathartic creativity at the inaugural "Cussing Crafts." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-learn-create-play/

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On Friday, February 27, the Alameda Free Library will welcome Hannah Mayree, Seraphina Perkins, and Azere Wilson of the Black Banjo Reclamation Project for an afternoon of Black music history and performance in honor of Black History Month. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/celebrate-black-history-month-black-banjo-reclamation-project/

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Celebrate Black History Month with the Black Banjo Reclamation Project - Alameda Post

On Friday, February 27, the Alameda Free Library will welcome the Black Banjo Reclamation Project for an afternoon of Black music history.

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The Alameda Free Library invites Peep-le of all ages to bring their imagination to life by designing and constructing a Peep-tastic diorama featuring Peeps marshmallow characters. Need supplies to get started? Starting Friday, March 6, you can pick up a Peeps diorama kit from the Main Library. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-free-librarys-annual-peeps-diorama-contest/

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During the lull between Halloween and Thanksgiving, take a moment to check out some fun local events! Shop the Queer Canvas Night Market, tour the Meyers House and Garden, do some holiday crafts, paint a masterpiece, and check out Native American Heritage Month events at the Alameda Free Library. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-arts-culture-history/

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On November 4, City Council held an in-depth workshop on library and parks infrastructure needs. Karin K. Jensen writes, "The workshop underscored the City’s looming $800 million infrastructure deficit, with staff noting aging recreation facilities operating beyond their intended lifespans." https://alamedapost.com/news/council-puts-spotlight-urgent-library-parks-infrastructure-needs/

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Council Puts Spotlight on Urgent Library and Parks Infrastructure Needs - Alameda Post

On November 4, City Council held an in-depth workshop on library and parks infrastructure needs. Karin K. Jensen has the story.

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The Alameda Free Library is set to receive a $10,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. Alameda’s historic Carnegie Library, located at the corner of Oak Street and Santa Clara Avenue, was one of the first three library buildings in California funded by Andrew Carnegie. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-free-library-receive-10000-gift-carnegie-corporation/

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Alameda Free Library to Receive $10,000 Gift from Carnegie Corporation - Alameda Post

The Alameda Free Library is set to receive a $10,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York as part of a nationwide program.

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The Alameda Post is proud to announce that we are partnering with Viva la Book Review for a new monthly book review highlighting Alameda stories and authors. In this month's review, Julia Park Tracey examines the charming 'San Francisco Boy' by Lois Lenski. Check out all of the love for Alameda! https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/san-francisco-boy-whole-new-yet-familiar-world/

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This week in Alameda, see Joan Baez perform with a circus at Alameda Point, make your own Halloween decor, enjoy some Shakespeare, take a history walk, and celebrate the library! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-scintillating-selection/

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The Alameda Free Library is calling on all community members to help celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a new library card. Submit your own design for a chance to be featured on a new, limited edition library card. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-free-library-launches-card-design-contest/

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Alameda Free Library Cafe craft chocolate 😍 🍫

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