This is a beautiful library, very modern and state of the arts. It looks like a Barnes & Noble…read moreinside, not like a stuffy old library. It is bright and airy, very spacious with many rooms such as a homework center, a technology lab, a teen center, and an Arts and Science Discovery Center. That's why it's called a Library and Learning Center. It even has its own bookstore run by the volunteers Friends of the Library and they have a large selection of gently used books. Having been in many of the libraries in the Bay Area and as a parent, I think this is one of the best libraries around.

As a parent who has been to most of the Contra Costa libraries, I think this is the best one for…read morekids. This library has a beautiful outdoor covered area - great regardless of weather. The children's area is also large, allowing kids to explore and get wiggles out. My kids especially love the daily activities, like finding the blue dragon to win a sticker. To top it off, the staff is extremely kind and willing to help.

This is my local library ideally located and so well run. We benefit from all books in coco country…read morelibraries and the system to pre order is super easy to navigate and never fails to impress me. Staff are courteous and knowledgeable. The work area is well designed. The kids' corner is well designed.

A nice quiet library in Orinda. Every Thursday there is a Food Truck event 5pm-9pm. What I like…read moreabout Orinda is that there is a cafe below and tennis court. Plenty of parking outside or the parking garage. Inside the library is quiet. It is big inside and pretty maintained.

A gorgeous library with a large selection of books and music. There is even a mini bookstore and…read morecafe inside! The staff were very helpful in helping me sign up for a card, use my pin, and find the events going on. Highly recommend for families and individuals looking for a calm place to read or hang out.

I needed to work so I stopped here for some quiet time and meetings. This library is close to…read moredowntown so parking was a concern for me, at first. Then I saw they had an underground parking garage - please note that it's not free. The library is on the smaller side but there two levels. I came during a time when there was a mommy & me group session, so cute. But it didn't interrupt my work. The best part is that there's a coffee shop attached to the library called Prologue.

The most common place for students to learn business skills and to share cafeteria style activities…read morelike lunch and breakfast together. The cafeteria staff members are exceptional people. A tasty variety of fresh fruits and gourmet vegetables and hot meals made by expert chefs and cooks! I had good luck shopping in the textbook center for sensible and cute sweatshirts and cute rainproof jackets. This alumni experience was on trek by bicycle and bus routes as I searched through file folders for my relentless pursuit at academics. Nobody beats St. Mary's College of Moraga for its history and classrooms. Top San Francisco PD executives have complemented me on wearing licensed clothing for St. Mary's College of Moraga because their sons attended and utilized the facilities. Happy to be logged onto the "QUIET LOUNGE " -computer library! It's an awesome place to find the motivation to go with the scrumptious lunches- No worries to accomplish my tasks for all my files. Thanks for giving me a chance to print everything out and get work done! I'm so grateful for the library staff at St. Mary's College of Moraga because they really listen to my needs. Thank goodness for expertise to make improvements! Everyone is so supportive and dedicated! As a mother of 25 year olds, both my daughters are fully grown adults. They are both actively engaged in the pursuit of excellence too! It really makes a difference! My mother's cancer has brought me back here because it's so private and beautiful grounds amongst the gorgeous flowers of St. Mary's College of Moraga College!

I took some grad photos here for a student who will be attending St. Mary's in the fall and this…read morecampus is gorgeous! While we didn't get to fully explore all of it's beauty, the areas we did see were stunning. We had no trouble finding parking on a Saturday afternoon although the GPS took us to the back of the campus. It was nice and quiet with only a few students walking around. Looking forward to going back to explore some more in the near future.

I recently went to the Montclair Branch Library. It is in a converted cottage and is charming. The…read morelibrary is small yet nice selection and friendly staff. I loved the owls on the sign that greet you on your way in. They had Joseph Heller's Catch 22 classic here and a memoir by John Waters on display. Loved that they had boxsets of the Beatles and Miles Davis. The beauty of the Oakland library system is you can put a hold on items from other library branches to pick up here if this is your local branch.

A beautiful cottage style library, space constraints limits its collection but it is an absolute…read moregem. Nestled in the hills above Oakland, the perfect spot to read a book.

Best neighborhood library! I know the looks from the outside may be discouraging but please take a…read morelook for yourself. You won't regret it.

I haven't been in a public library for years, but I drive by it everyday on my way to school, I…read moredecided super last minute to go and check it out. Despite being 5 minutes until closing time everyone was so nice and patient. The inside was also amazing and very clean with a great selection of books divided by kids and adults. I am so glad to have gotten to go and will definitely be coming in more often.

This library is located across the street from Safeway. The MLK Jr. book "strength to love" may be…read moreavailable here. Reference #252.06 King In the foreword Coretta Scott King says this is King's bestsellng book. It capsulizes themes from his sermons into essays. Some MLK Jr.'s thoughts: -"love your enemy" in a rhetorical sense, not literally. You don't have to "like them". -capitalism is materialistic. At extremes, it corrupts the soul... -"neighbor" is an unknown person Christians lends support to without knowing his identity. Altruism. -One can "love" someone who willingly performs a wrong act but wasn't conscious of consequences. "He didn't know what he was doing". God has faith that person would change if given right info. -Jesus was a nonconformist. -God saw the Egyptian Pharoh oppressing the Israelites as "evil". -God will not unilaterally lift the burdens off mankind. Man must do the work. God will assist.. -MLK Jr. found Ghandian nonviolence compatible with Christian beliefs. -God doesn't see Baptists, Presbyterians, Methodist, Black or white worshippers as distinct entities. ..... Note: not a practicing Christian. Just a student of humanities...

I love the friendly staffs here. They gave me so much resources and let me rented a backpack full…read moreof hiker stick, binocular, maps, free pass, etc. They taught me a link that offers library cardholders to free concert tickets, tours, museums and etc. I have used so many and its free, but you only need to plan in advanced since it is limited availability. I have saved so much money on things I could have not afford otherwise. They offer free computer class, magic store, stories times, lawyers, tax help and so much more. I love taking my niece here and she enjoys the free markers, papers and peace. There is a limited small parking lot, but there are meter street parking's available. If you get hungry, then there is a Safeway across the street as well. This is my favorite library in Oakland.

The campus itself is beautiful and calm compared to many urban campuses, and many of the professors…read moregenuinely care about student success. If you are motivated and willing to advocate for yourself, you can receive a solid education and prepare to transfer or enter the workforce. However, like many community colleges, the experience can vary depending on the department or office you interact with. Some administrative processes, especially around financial aid or student services can feel slow or confusing at times, which can create frustration for students who rely on those resources. There are unwarranted delays, denials, and systemic procedurals around the resources that are in place to help students. Overall, Merritt College provides opportunity, affordability, and dedicated instructors, but there is room for improvement in communication and administrative support. Students who stay focused and take advantage of available resources can definitely succeed here, that's if you can get them.

Alumni student back on campus attending a series of trainings for my job. Being back in campus made…read moreme reflect how far I've come in my life. I attended school here as a single mother and received an AA degree before moving on with my educational journey. I made a full complete circle coming back to the place where I began which eventually led me to my current employer. As I sent here during the lunch break and not rushing to a class I can fully appreciate all the beauty this campus has to offer with the awesome view of the city behind parking lot C and the manicured lawns, trees,and plants along the paths.

Lots of details about this interesting corner of the Bay Area provided by our guide Dan G. He was a…read morewealth of information, pretty funny and as a local was able to share a lot of perspective on the islands changes. Great day trip and I wish we had more time to poke around.

Wonderful tour led by Jim. History + nature! A great morning spent on the island…read more For people who are looking to visit the Naval Museum on the island, it is no longer open, but this tour is operative and you get to see the naval chapel and walk around the area. I was originally looking for information about the museum and arrived at this page: https://www.mihpf.org/tours. I hope this will help you find their tour options and dates! All digitalized, no fuss. And it turns out I was the only who signed up for today's tour, and they did not cancel on me because of that. I really really appreciated it. One last thing, the money you spend on the tour goes into helping this foundation : ) Yay!