April was a heady month for library-related news, and yes, we admit our ears were burning when the Rockridge News hit the neighborhood! First, we wrote an article touting a recent program at the library, a film screening of kid-directed films re-telling in 60 seconds an award-winning book. You wouldn't believe the creativity and talent these kids possess! Then, as if one article about the library weren't enough, Don Kinkead over at the RockRidge News wrote a glowing piece abo

As spiffy as we all think the library is, some planned maintenance will necessitate a closure to allow for electrical, painting, and carpeting work to take place. While we're sad to see the doors close, we're excited the library will get to show off its new self come July. DATES TO REMEMBER: April 23rd the library doors will close July 5th the library expects to re-open Please check back here for updates!

Lights, camera, action! The 90-Second Newbery Film festival, where kids craft short films to showcase their creative take on Newbery Medal books, came to the Rockridge Library for the third year in a row. This fun and funky film festival travels around the U.S. making stops at public libraries, theaters, and community-based organizations. This February, the Friends of the Rockridge Library helped bring the festival to Rockridge and made sure there was enough popcorn to go a