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Winter Break (Dec. 21-Jan. 20, 2025)

12/19/2024
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The Las Positas College Library will be closed for winter break, December 21 through Monday, January 20, 2025.

*Regular library hours will resume Spring semester, Tuesday, January 21, 2025.*

Have a wonderful winter break!

~LPC Library Team


 Library Returns:

Library Books, DVDs, CDs can be returned in one of the two bookdrops on campus: near the bus stop and outside the library (building 2000).  

Do not return technology items to the bookdrops.  Laptops, wifi hotspots, and other technology items should be returned in-person to the library.  

Contact the Library checkout desk for technology return options: 925-424-1151. 

Email lpccircdesk@laspositascollege.edu if you have questions regarding library material returns.

 

Bookstore Returns: 

All LPC Bookstore returns MUST be returned to the bookstore by mail.  You should have received an email regarding Bookstore Returns from Follet.  Contact the bookstore if you have questions.  

Please do not return bookstore materials through the Library bookdrop.  The library is not affiliated with the bookstore and cannot mail the materials back for you. 

 

 

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Faculty: Request Librarian Assistance

09/07/2023

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Library Instruction & Support Services for Faculty

More info:  https://libraryguides.laspositascollege.edu/faculty

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12/19/2024
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Library Returns

Library materials should be returned by their due date or at the end of the semester, at the very latest.  Access your library account to see due dates for checked out items.  

Laptops, wifi hotspots, and other technology items should be returned in-person to the library.    

Do not return technology items to the bookdrops.

Books, DVDs, CDs can be returned in one of the two bookdrops on campus: 

  1. The library book return box near the bus stop:

bookdrop on corner of library building

Bookstore Returns

Please return bookstore-purchased or rented items to the campus bookstore: 

https://www.bkstr.com/laspositasstore/help-faq 

Do not return bookstore items to the library or the bookdrops.

LPC Library is Now Fine Free

The LPC Library has adopted a Fine-Free Policy for overdue materials. The library will stop charging fines for overdue books and materials that are returned late as well as clear any outstanding overdue balances. 

The library encourages students to return items responsibly and timely so others may use those shared resources. Items not returned within their due date will be flagged and reminder notices will be sent via email.  Items not returned at the end of the semester will be considered lost, and a replacement fee will be charged. 

While the library eliminated overdue fines, students are still responsible for fees associated with replacing lost or damaged books and other materials they check out.

More about library checkout, fines, and fees policies:  https://libraryguides.laspositascollege.edu/students/checkingoutmaterials

Please contact the library with any questions about your account.

LPC Library Check-Out Desk: 925.424.1151

https://libanswers.laspositascollege.edu/

12/19/2024
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graphic of library technology items

The LPC library offers a variety of technology available for use in the library and for short-term and long-term checkout. 

Library Technology:

https://libraryguides.laspositascollege.edu/students/technology

Search the library catalog or click the links on the Library Technology page to view item availability.  Log in to your library catalog to place a checkout hold request.

See the graphic below for step-by-step instructions on how to request technology items from LPC Library: 

graphic of steps to request technology items from lpc library

For more information, contact the LPC Library Checkout Desk at 925-424-1151. 

LPC employees should contact the LPC Technology Department for any work-related equipment requests.
12/07/2024
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Library building, in-person service and reference hours:

Monday - Thursday: 9 am to 7 pm

Friday: 9 am to 3 pm

Saturdays/Sundays: Closed 

Online Research Help (24x7): Ask LPC Library

Holiday Closures:

Labor Day Holiday (September 2)

Flex Day (October 24): *Library and campus open 4-7pm only.*

Veterans Day (November 11)

Thanksgiving Break (November 27-29)

Winter Break (December 21-January 20, 2025)

11/04/2024
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We’re excited to share a new way for you to support the LPC Library and help us continue providing essential resources, welcoming spaces, and fun programming for our community.  With our new “Giving Page," you can directly impact our services and programs!

Every donation, big or small, helps us:

  • Expand and diversify our collections to meet the needs of all users
  • Fund special events, workshops, and educational programs
  • Improve technology and study spaces within the library

Your support will help bring back projects like the LPC Library Research Award to recognize student achievement, our annual meeting with Tri-Valley librarians to strengthen community connections, the popular library card drive, and free printing services—plus so much more to benefit our students and community!

Interested in making a difference? Click here to donate. We are so grateful for your generosity and support!

Even if you can’t give right now, simply sharing this with others who might be interested is a wonderful way to support us.  Thank you for being part of our library community!

09/05/2024
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We're excited to announce our picture book collection!

For ECE Students & Educators

Our collection offers many picture books that enhance lesson planning, storytelling, and child development studies.  It's a great tool for learning how stories can help young minds grow.

Open to Little Ones

Children are also welcome to visit and enjoy these books!  We love seeing these books spark the joy of reading in our young visitors.

Explore the Collection

View a sample of our collection here or visit us in person to discover more!

09/05/2024
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This semester, we have various Smart Shops to help students succeed. Whether you’re trying to save money, find the best sources for your papers, avoid plagiarism, or earn extra credit, we've got something for everyone!

Here’s what’s coming up:

  • $ave Money, Use the Library
    Sept. 16, 3-4 PM, Zoom
    Learn how to use the library’s resources to cut textbook costs and other materials.
  • Get Lit with Libby (ebooks/audiobooks)
    Oct. 7, 4-5 PM, Library
    Dive into free ebooks and audiobooks through the Libby app.
  • Better Sources, Better Grades
    Oct. 29, 4-5 PM, Zoom
    Discover how to find quality sources that will improve your research papers.
  • Scholarly & Peer-Review Journals
    Nov. 7, 3-4 PM, Zoom
    Get familiar with the ins and outs of finding peer-reviewed articles.
  • Citing & Avoiding Plagiarism
    Nov. 13, 3-4 PM, Zoom
    Learn how to cite properly and steer clear of plagiarism.
  • NoodleTools Tutorial
    Nov. 19, 4-5 PM, Zoom
    Learn to use NoodleTools to organize research and cite sources.
  • Help!: A Research Workshop
    Dec. 4, 3-4 PM, Zoom
    Dec. 5, 3-4 PM, Library
    Last-minute research help for your final projects and papers!

View the full and most up-to-date schedule using our events calendar

09/05/2024
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Whether upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information, or connecting with other heroic readers, a library card is your key to an arsenal of resources. Mine the library’s stacks and databases for new stories and adventures; kickstart your critical thinking skills to defeat the Decepticons of misinformation lurking online.  Long commute? Use your library card to fuel your mind with books, e-books, audiobooks, and museum passes.

As a member of the LPC College Community, your WID is your library card number, and your campus ID is your library card!  So you already have one! As a California resident, you are eligible for a library card at most CA public libraries.  Consider stopping at the local library on your next CA road trip!  Many CA libraries also offer instant access to eCards, granting you access to these digital resources without visiting the library in person for a physical card.  Here are some to get you started:   

Our public libraries are truly amazing! 🌍🤓   For further assistance or questions, don't hesitate to contact the LPC library team and be on the look out for more information about our October campus library card drive! 

05/28/2024
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*May 25-June 9~ 

Mon-Wed: 10am-4pm   (*Item Pickups/Returns only.*)

(Building closed; no study rooms or computer use)
 

Research help available online- "Ask LPC Librarian".

See library website for more information.  

Holiday-Library closed:

  • May 27 (Memorial Day)

June 10-June 30~  

Mon-Wed: 10am-4pm  

Library building open; in-person and online services available.

Research help available in-library and online- "Ask LPC Librarian".

See library website for more information. 

Holiday-Library closed: 

  • June 19 (Juneteenth)

*July 1-August 2~   

Mon-Wed: 10am-4pm   (*Item Pickups/Returns only.*)

(Building closed; no study rooms or computer use)

 

Research help available online- "Ask LPC Librarian".

 

See library website for more information.  

 

Holiday-Library closed: 

  • July 4 (Independence Day)
09/15/2023
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AUGUST 16 - DECEMBER 19

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Library building and in-person service and reference hours

Monday - Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm

Friday: 8 am to 3 pm

Saturdays/Sundays: Closed

Library online reference hours (chat/appointments):

Monday - Thursday: 8 am to 9 pm

Friday: 8 am to 3 pm

Saturdays/Sundays: Closed

Holiday Closures:

Labor Day Holiday (September 4)

Flex Day (October 19): *Library and campus open 4-7pm only.*

Veterans Day (November 10)

Thanksgiving Break (November 22-25)

Winter Break (December 20-January 15, 2024)

09/14/2023
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better sources better grades workshop on october 3 at 4-5pm on zoom

Smart Shop: "Better Sources, Better Grades" (Tuesday, 10/3 @4-5pm, Zoom)

Field is required.