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ADULT SERVICES

The Benicia Public Library strives to welcome all ages of our community and our Adult services encompass a wide variety of options and activities.

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REGISTRATION for Lawyer on the Line

Oct 1st-Oct 8th | 10:00am - 10:00am

For more information about this program, visit this page HERE.Generally, two licensed lawyers volunteer their time on the second Thursday of the month. Consultations take place between 6-8PM on the telephone.Sign up for a free 20-minute...
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REGISTRATION for Lawyer on the Line

Oct 1st | 10:00am - 10:00am

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ESL (English as a Second Language): Beginning Level Class

Oct 6th | 10:00am - 11:00am

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ESL (English as a Second Language): Multi-Level Class - Intermediate & Advanced (MON.)

Oct 6th | 11:10am - 12:00pm

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Shut Up and Write!

Oct 6th | 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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ESL (English as a Second Language): Beginning Level Class

Oct 7th | 10:00am - 11:00am

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First Tuesday Poetry Group

Oct 7th | 6:15pm - 8:30pm

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STAFF PICKS

ADULT NEWS


Annual Coat Drive


Oct 06, 2025

Annual Coat Drive, held at the Benicia Public Library in Partnership with Catholic Charities from October 6 through November 11, 2025.Help people in our community by donating your gently used or...

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Dystopian Futures, Real-World Lessons


Oct 07, 2025

Funding for this event is provided by the Friends of the Benicia Library.Examine the themes of censorship, surveillance, control, and resistance found in three classic works and connect them to...

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Online Author Talk: Leigh Bardugo


Oct 09, 2025

ONLINE EVENT--Registration is required, but the author talks are always free! You can also view the event another time if you miss it. Register and submit questions for the author...

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AT THE BENICIA PUBLIC LIBRARY, ADULTS CAN:

Whether you simply want to enjoy a comfy chair near the fireplace area or need to use one of our computers to browse the internet or print, or you have your own device and want to access our free Wi-Fi, we have you covered.

Take time to browse our collection including the latest books, DVDs and magazines and don’t forget to check out the current exhibit in the Marilyn Citron O’Rourke Art Gallery.

More information and other activity options are listed below:

Programming:The Library sponsors a variety of programming including music, tax preparation, author readings, workshops, and more.

Poetry/Writers Group: The Library sponsors the Poet Laureate program with monthly poetry gatherings on the first Tuesday of the month. Additionally there is a writers’ salon that meets the first and third Friday of the month. Special poetry events and readings also occur throughout the year.

Book Clubs: The Library has a variety of book clubs that meet through the month. Books to read are provided for those interested in participating in the book club.

Marilyn Citron O’Rourke Art Gallery: Bay area artists vie for a spot in the Art Gallery calendar.

Book sales: Our Friends of the Library sponsor a monthly book sale as well as provide volunteer opportunities to assist in sorting and preparing for the sales. Become a volunteer with the Friends or become a Friends member or simply attend a book sale to support this important and dedicated group of library supporters.

Volunteering opportunities: Other adult volunteer opportunities are available to support library services in the library. We also have sporadic openings on various Library boards including the Trustees, Art Gallery Committee, Library Foundation and Arts and Culture Commission.

Online resources: A wide array of online resources is at your fingertips. Whatever your interest you can access everything from genealogy resources, Consumer Reports, and downloadable ebooks, audio books and magazines.

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