What is the plan for the new Pleasant Hill Community Library?

The new Pleasant Hill Library is being designed by the award-winning firm Bohlin Cywinski Jackson (BCJ), with extensive community input throughout the design process. The design documents are nearing completion. Construction activities are expected to begin in late 2019, with a grand opening in spring 2021.

The vision for the library is a place where people of all ages can explore, learn and connect. As visitors go through the entry doors, they will find an open central space to support a collection of 70,000 items, and spaces for reading, storytelling, accessing technology, collaborating and gathering. There will be a special “maker space” for hands-on creativity, and outdoor spaces for reading and play. A bookstore will showcase high-quality used books being sold by the Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library, and the Café Vibe will offer a comfortable area to bring a snack and chat with friends.

How will library services be provided during the interim?

A temporary library will be located at the Pleasant Hill Senior Center. While details are still being worked out, some highlights include:

• Approximately 10,000 items available for check-out at the temporary library, including DVDs and the popular “Lucky Day” collection of new books
• Access to computers
• Library staff on hand to assist with everything from book recommendations to online searches
• Storytimes 5 mornings a week at the Pleasant Hill Teen Center
• The ability to order materials from ccclib.org and pick them up at the temporary Library
• A regular column in the Outlook by Patrick Remer (Senior Community Library Manager) with news about special community events and library happenings

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Safe Drug Disposal

Contra Costa Meds Coalition

To make sure that unused medication is disposed of correctly, pharmacies, police departments, and hospitals across the county will accept and dispose of any unused pharmaceuticals and pills. Disposal kiosks can be found at the following locations in District IV.