Alameda Library Announces 2022 Bookmark Design Contest

Press release from the City of Alameda:

ALAMEDA, CA — The Alameda Free Library encourages children, teens, and adults to use their imagination and design a one-of-a-kind bookmark either inspired by the 2022 Summer Reading theme “Read Beyond the Beaten Path,” or celebrating books, reading, and libraries.

All submitted designs will be entered into the Bookmark Design Contest and winners’ bookmarks will be printed and distributed during the Summer Reading Program. Contest forms are available for download on the library’s website or can be picked up from any of the three Alameda Free Library locations.

Bookmark Design Contest entries must be submitted by Saturday, April 30, 2022, to the Check Out desk at any Alameda Free Library location. Entries will be judged according to four age categories: ages 5-8, 9-11, 12-18, and 19+. Winners will be announced in early May. All entries submitted by individuals under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian's signature to be entered into the Bookmark Design Contest.

All free library programs are made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Alameda Free Library. The Main Library is located at 1550 Oak Street. The Main Library is served by AC Transit routes 21 and 51A. Bicycle parking racks are available at the library. Bay Farm Island Library is located at 3221 Mecartney Road. West End Library is located at 788 Santa Clara Avenue.

All three locations are wheelchair accessible. Click here for more information on library programs or call the library at 510-747-7700.

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