Alameda Library Launches Community-Wide Library Card Design Contest

Published on September 05, 2025

The Alameda Free Library is calling on all community members to help celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a new library card. The contest invites residents of all ages to submit their original design for a chance to be featured on a new, limited edition library card.

The contest is open to Alameda residents 4 and older with an Alameda Free Library card. Participants are encouraged to let their creativity shine by designing a card that captures the spirit of the theme: The Alameda Free Library is the Heart of the Community.

Winners will be selected by a panel of judges in four age categories: 4–8, 9–12, 13–17, and 18+. The winning designs will be chosen based on originality, creativity, reproducibility, and neatness.

To enter, contestants can pick up an official entry form and guidelines at any of the three library locations: Main Library, West End Library, or Bay Farm Island Library. All entries must be received by 5pm on Tuesday, September 30, at any Alameda Free Library location.

For more information, including full contest details, visit www.alamedafree.org/carddesign or contact the library at 510-747-7777.

The Main Library is located at 1550 Oak Street and is served by AC Transit routes 21 and 51A. West End Library is located at 788 Santa Clara Avenue and is also served by AC Transit Route 51A. Bicycle parking racks are available at both libraries. Bay Farm Island Library is located at 3221 Mecartney Road. All three locations are wheelchair accessible. For more information about the library, please visit alamedafree.org or contact the library at 510-747-7777.