Arcata Library
Library Reopening art by Anna Oneglia
Library Update - Welcome to Express Service!
Wear your mask and come in! As a step toward full reopening, Arcata Library now welcomes you for Express Service (short in-library visits). Please read about what Express Service is and how it works before your visit, and see Arcata's Express Service Hours in the Contact Us section of this page. Of course, Curbside Delivery is still an option if you prefer it.
- Humboldt County Library Calendar
- Arcata Branch Library Calendar
- Internet Search
- eBooks & eAudiobooks
- Library Services
- Ongoing Library Events
- Secrets of the Library Catalog
Humboldt County Libraries
Story times and events that happen every week may not always be included in our busy Library Events Calendar.
Be sure to check this list of library events that happen on an ongoing basis and on a regular schedule, such as weekly storytimes, monthly book discussions, quarterly film series, and annual Summer Reading Programs.
See the full list now....
Secrets of the Library Catalog
You probably know that you can use the library catalog to place a hold on any book in our library system for delivery to your local branch.
But, were you aware that you can get an email alert when a new book arrives by a favorite author, or on a subject of interest to you?
You can also create a personal reading wish-list, and, if you like, keep a list of books you've checked out in the past (you can edit or delete these lists at will.)
Find out how by visiting the 'Search the Online Catalog' page.
Ongoing Events at the Arcata Library
Story Time with Ms. Sue
Wednesdays at 11:00 AM.
Free and open to all families, geared to young children. Now taking place in the library garden (sometimes on Zoom for special author events; check the calendar).
Facebook Story Time with Ms. Tamara
Tuesdays at 11:00 AM
Visit Arcata Library's Facebook Page
A Call to Yarns
Fridays at 12:00 noon
Knit, chat, relax. Bring the project you’ve been neglecting or your fresh ideas for a new piece. Maybe you’ll even learn something new! All levels of experience are welcome.
Story Time
A Call to Yarns
Arcata Library Book Groups
Young Adult Book Group
3rd Thursday of Each Month at 6:00 PM (Zoom)
The Young Adult Book Group is for readers aged 12 to 19. It's currently a zoom discussion, run by Larissa of the Tin Can Mailman Bookstore and cosponsored by Arcata Library. Contact us ahead of time to get your copy and an invitation and be ready to go each month! 822-5954.
A Novel Idea, a Book Group for Adults.
A Novel Idea Book Club, 6:00 PM, 4th Thursday of the Month (Via Zoom)
Readers who are 18 years and older are welcome to drop in to A Novel Idea Book Club. Branch librarian Susan chooses titles that are relatively new award-winners and available in paperback. Call the library to request your copy of the book for curbside pickup, and to get your Zoom invitation.
The Humboldt Library Foundation
The public library is a gateway to explore the world, spark the imagination, launch young minds or simply answer a question. You can help ensure our library will continue to inspire and meet the needs of the future by supporting the Humboldt Library Foundation. Visit the Humboldt Library Foundation website to see upcoming Foundation events, news, and how you can contribute to make our library and our community a better place to live.
Friends of the Arcata Library
500 7th Street
Arcata, CA 95521
Through the work of the Friends, the library is able to add more books and materials to its collections and offer programs to enhance library services. You can participate in volunteer activities, or simply support the Library by joining.