Our Mission

The Walnut Creek Library Foundation supports and champions our city’s two public libraries to ensure they remain vibrant community resources that enrich lives, foster lifelong learning, and open doors to new possibilities, strengthening our community today and for the future.

Our Vision

We view libraries as the “community’s living room” and we envision a time when our libraries have the resources they need to achieve their full potential as places where curiosity thrives, imaginations soar and everyone can discover, learn, create and grow through access to trusted information, inspiring programs and exciting activities.

Live! From the Library : Dracula & Authors & Jazz, Oh My!

Live! From the Library is where our community comes together to connect, learn, laugh, and be inspired—all while celebrating the ideas, people, and possibilities that make our libraries so special.

This fall’s lineup has a little something for everyone. In October, things get spooky when Center REP brings Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors to the library. And in December, Charged Particles will jazz things up with an evening of lively music.

2027 will feature author Kate Schatz and her recent book Where the Girls Were, set in 1960s San Francisco.

There’s always something new to discover at Live! From the Library. We hope you’ll join us! For more information and upcoming Live! programs, click here.

Your gift to the Walnut Creek Library Foundation helps keep our libraries thriving as centers of learning, culture, and community.

Donations fund vital programs for children and adults, expand access to books and technology, and ensure that everyone in our community can benefit from the power of knowledge.

Together, we can strengthen our libraries today and preserve them for future generations — please consider making a contribution today.

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Walnut Creek Library Foundation enhances e-collections with a $30,000 donation

The Walnut Creek Library Foundation (WCLF) is proud to provide $30,000 to enhance the e-collections available through our city’s two public libraries.

This annual investment will expand access to e-books and digital resources, giving more community members the opportunity to discover, learn, and enjoy the library anytime, anywhere.

Since its founding in 1998, WCLF has raised more than $10.5 million to strengthen Walnut Creek’s two public libraries, including more than $5.2 million toward the construction of the downtown Walnut Creek Library and previous investments in e-books and audiobooks.

For more information, or to contact WCLF, please reach out to Executive Director Joanna Grossman at joanna@wclibrary.org.

WCLF Mourns the Passing of Board Member Ward Pynn

The Walnut Creek Library Foundation (WCLF) is deeply saddened to share the passing of Board of Directors member Ward Pynn, whose decades of service helped shape the Foundation and strengthen our community’s libraries.

Ward played a foundational role in the creation of WCLF. In 1998, he prepared the articles of incorporation, bylaws, federal and California exemption applications and charitable registration. Just months later, he was named one of the Foundation’s 10 original Board members and served as its first Vice President. He served on the WCLF Board for 28 years. As a Board member, Ward handled WCLF taxes and some of the Foundation's financial management needs, including an endowment policy in 2004. He also organized an annual workshop series called Finance 101. Ward also played key roles in capital upgrades to the Ygnacio Valley Library and in the development and construction of the Walnut Creek Library.  

Ward’s enthusiasm, wit, and energy will be greatly missed.

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Remember. This is tonight! Save the date, Walnut Creek! 🗓️ The 2026 elections are coming, and the landscape is changing. Join WCLF and the League of Women Voters Diablo Valley on September 8 for a practical, nonpartisan look at what’s changing
There’s a lot changing about how we vote. So, what should we actually know heading into 2026? On September 8, WCLF welcomes the League of Women Voters Diablo Valley for “2026 Elections: A Changing Landscape.” No campaign pitches. N
Books, plants, and a little creative chaos. Perfect library afternoon. Teens ages 13–18 are invited to Plot and Pot: A Bookish Succulent Workshop on Monday, August 31 from 4–5 PM at the Walnut Creek Library. Paint a flower pot inspired

The Walnut Creek Library Foundation supports and champions our city’s two public libraries to ensure they remain vibrant community resources that enrich lives, foster lifelong learning, and open doors to new possibilities, strengthening our community today and for the future.