Rancho Cucamonga Friends of the Library

The Rancho Cucamonga Friends of the Library is looking for people 18 years of age or older who would like to volunteer at our bookstores. We are in need of cashiers, pricers and shelvers. Shifts are usually 3 hours, 1 day a week. Volunteering with the FOL is fun and you are helping to raise money for our Archibald and Biane Libraries, for children's books and programs. Come to either bookstore and fill out an application or to get more information.

Clear the Shelters starts today! For the entire month of August, adoption fees will be waived on all animals older than 6 months of age (some exclusions may apply). Clear the Shelters is brought to you by NBCUniversal, Telemundo, Hill’s Science Diet, and our generous donor who is sponsoring all adoptions! Come meet your new family member Tuesday-Friday 12-5pm.

Just a reminder to check on your friends and family to make sure they are staying cool during this heat. Both libraries are a great place to stay cool, as well as the Senior Center. Make sure your furry friends are cool, and walk them early to avoid burnt paws.

Last week was a great week for adoptions!! Congratulations to all of our furry friends and their new families! We have a ton of great pets available for adoption. If you have been thinking of adding to your family, please come visit us Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm.

We’ve got some serious cuties available for adoption today! Come visit during our new adoption hours, 12pm-5pm if your family has been considering the addition of a puppy! All adoption policies and procedures apply.

Please remember that you can visit the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library at Victoria Gardens and on Archibald Blvd if you need to be some place cool. The Senior Center on Baseline is also a great place to spend these hot days. If you have elderly or diabled neighbors remember to check on them.

Don't forget your pets get overheated also. Make sure they have shade and plenty of water. Also, the cement is very hot on their paws!

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Please remember to take care of yourself and any children, seniors or pets in your care.

As the heat rises this week, keep in mind that parking in the shade or rolling your windows down is not enough to change the interior temperature of the vehicle. A child's body temperature rises 3-5 times faster than an adult, so never leave a child alone in a car, not even for a minute.

Keep hydrated, minimize direct exposure to the sun and avoid strenuous activities until the coolest time of the day.

Stay safe and stay cool RC! ☀️😎

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Do you know where your bearded dragon is? Because this one was brought in as a stray! It was found in the front yard of a community member. If you recognize this lovely lizard, please call (909) 466-7387, option 1. Proof of ownership will be required to reclaim.

With the Fourth of July and summer vacations coming up, now is the time to ensure that your beloved pet is microchipped! Microchipping ensures that your pat can be traced back to you if they escape or get lost. We invite Rancho Cucamonga residents to join us for a special after-hours FREE microchipping event on Wednesday, June 12th from 5-8pm. Rabies vaccines and licensing will also be available at this event. Residents will need to provide proof of residency, such as a household bill or current driver’s license, as well as proof of pet ownership, such as a veterinary bill or adoption receipt, to participate.

The Rancho Cucamonga Friends of the Library donated $50,000.00 to the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library on 5/13/24 reaching a lifetime donation of 3 million dollars. Simply amazing.

📚✨We’re thrilled to announce a momentous milestone: The Friends of the Library have reached the incredible achievement of raising $3 million!🎉🌟

Since its inception in 1983, The Friends of the Library have been champions of knowledge and learning through their hugely popular bookstores and special book sales. This achievement of raising $3 million is a testament to their enduring passion and tireless efforts.

📖💖The Library’s heartfelt thanks goes out to them… and to those who support them! Your generosity truly makes a difference!🌈💫 📚🎈

No matter the time, day or night, you can now access a fantastic selection of books and movies for all ages from our 24/7 Library. 🕒📖 Whether you're craving a captivating novel or a blockbuster movie, we've got you covered!

Located at the RC Family Resource Center on 9791 Arrow Route in Rancho Cucamonga, our 24/7 Library is here to make your reading and movie nights even more enjoyable. 🏡✨

Give it a try today and let us know what you think! 💬👍

🎉 It's official! Randall Lewis Second Story and Beyond® is opening this summer to inspire and encourage children of all ages! Immerse yourself in our interactive space, imagined in 2017 with community feedback, and established in 2024 to support child development through explorative play. Join us in creating a world where curiosity thrives and imaginations soar!
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The Biane Bookstore will be closed as well. You can bring your donations to the Archibald Bookstore during this time.

The Paul A. Biane Library will be closed from Tuesday, April 16 - Tuesday, May 7 for construction. Book drop at this location will remain open and materials will be available for hold and pick up via curbside services. Archibald Library will remain open for normal hours during this time.

📚 Archibald Library Hours of Operation 📚
🗓 Tuesday - Saturday
⏰ 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

For more information on the library's improvement projects, be sure to check out the Library's website at https://www.cityofrc.us/library.

The good news: Last week was a GREAT week for adoptions!
The bad news: The dogs continue to pour in faster than they are leaving 😞 We are operating at or over capacity on a daily basis! If you have been considering adopting, now is a great time! We have dogs and puppies of all types, sizes, and ages available! Every adopted animal goes to its new home spayed or neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. Many of our available seniors have also had dentals! We are open for adoptions Tuesday-Saturday, 2-5pm.

Our Biane Bookstore will be closed Tuesday, March 5th through Saturday March 9th as work continues on the second story at the library. It will reopen Tuesday March 12th. Sunday and Monday are regular closed days for both bookstores.

We are recruiting new volunteers! We are in need of Cashiers and Pricers at both of our Bookstores. Please come in to either Bookstore for more information and to fill out an application.

This is going to be such a fun night out for everyone! The Biane Bookstore will also be open, please stop in and look at all of our wonderful books and other fun things!

Dive into a world of wonder at the Night of Discovery: Around the World event at the Biane Library on February 2 from 7-9 P.M.! Join us for a fun-filled evening suitable for all ages, featuring mesmerizing performances, engaging games, hands-on crafts, and more. Explore, learn, and create unforgettable memories with us! 🌏✨ "

All of our Christmas books and Christmas items are 50% off at both bookstores. Glass case items are excluded.

We have gift certificates for your favorite readers.

The bookstores will be closed from December 22, 2023 through January 1, 2024.

See you at the bookstores!

As a reminder, the Archibald Library will be open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 A.M.- 6:00 P.M. or visit us at our 24/7 Library at the RC Family Resource Center at 9791 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730.

On Monday 9-25-23 our Volunteers celebrated their 40 year anniversary with a great lunch at Victoria Gardens. Diane Williams was our guest speaker. Diane spearheaded the creation of the Rancho Cucamonga Friends of the Library 40 years ago. We recognized Ofelia Vest and Helen Knuttel with Lifetime Member certificates. They have volunteered with the Friends for 20+ years.

Just a reminder that it is going to again be HOT the next few days. Remember to check in on family and friends who may not have A/C. People can go to the beautiful and cool senior center on Baseline to keep cool. Don't forget about those furry family members. The asphalt can get way too hot for their puppy paws.

We wanted to take today to share our appreciation for the Rancho Cucamonga Friends of the Library for all that they do for our library and our community!