- ADA Workstation
- WIFI
Location Address:
1720 Novato Blvd
Novato CA 94947
Phone: 415-897-1141
Reference: 415-897-1142
Children's Services: 415-897-1143
Information Recording: 415-898-4623
Branch Manager: Janet Doerge
Hours:
| Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 - 9 | 10 - 9 | 10 - 9 | 10 - 9 | Closed | 10 - 5 | noon - 5 |
About Novato Library
- Welcome to the Novato Library, a branch full of activity!
- Features a welcoming central courtyard garden with free wi-fi access, perfect for reading, study or gathering.
- Wide variety of storytimes and book clubs, as well as many exciting events for all ages.
- Large, up-to-date collection of books, books on CD, large-type books, DVDs, magazines and newspapers, plus a smaller collection of music CDs.
- Spanish language materials for children, teens and adults. Spanish-speaking staff available.
Computers & Wi-Fi
- 11 public computers for adults & teens
- 4 public computers for children
- 1 ADA workstation
- Computer reservations are recommended. Reservations can be made online or at the branch.
- Free wi-fi access is available throughout the branch.
Printers & Copiers
- B&W & color printers
- 2 copy machines (B&W only)
- No fax machine
Accessibility
- Handicapped parking spaces.
- Accessible restrooms.
- Accessible self-check machine and book return.
- ADA workstation.
Meeting Room/ Study Space
- Novato Library does not have public meeting rooms.
- We try to keep our Community Room open to the public as much as possible, and therefore reserve this room only for library events.
- We do have public study tables that can be used by tutors & students. Tutor policy.
Donating Books & Materials
- We accept small quantities of donations at the branch (due to limited storage space).
- Larger donations can be taken to the bookstore run by the Friends – Book Place.
- Books should be in good condition. We also accept DVDs, videos, CDs and magazines.
- We do not accept textbooks. (The Friends do not accept textbooks or magazines).
- Donated items are usually sold at the branch or at the Friends bookstore.
Friends Groups
From the Branch Manager: We welcome you to explore our library, where staff welcome you with a smile and know many of you by name. We are pleased to offer you a great selection of materials, in a variety of formats; from board books to DVDs, in addition to a wide range of programs for all ages. Whatever your interest, we’ll do our best to meet your needs. Just as we’ve done since 1927, we look forward to providing each and everyone in our community with great, personal library service.
Branch News
Today we had a bit of a fashion faux pas here at the Novato Library - two of us were wearing hot pink tights! Pink tights? Librarians? Are you someone who thought librarians wore cardigans, buns, and itchy wool skirts 24 hours a day? To the...
Upcoming Events
Storytimes
- Mother Goose on the Loose for babies 6-18 months.
Thursdays 10 - 10:30 a.m. - Lapsit Storytime for ages 18-36 months.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10 - 10:30 a.m. - Preschool Storytime for ages 3-6 years.
Wednesdays & Saturdays 11 - 11:30 a.m. - Pajama Storytime for ages 4-8 years.
2nd Monday of each month 7 - 7:30 p.m.
Storytimes are subject to change. Please check our calendar to confirm.
Book Clubs
- Tuesday Afternoon Book Club
3rd Tuesdays 1-2 p.m. - Wednesday Night Book Club
4th Wednesdays 7-8 p.m. - Mystery Reader’s Book Club Morning Edition
2nd Thursdays 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Thursday Night Mystery Book Club
3rd Thursdays 7-8 p.m. - Spanish Language Book Club
2nd Wednesdays 7-8:30 p.m. - Book Club at Margaret Todd Senior Center
1st Wednesdays. Call 897-1142 for details.
Book club dates are subject to change. Please check our calendar to confirm. Special book club copies are available at book club meetings or by calling the Reference Desk at 415-897-1142.
