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Contact Us
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  • About
  • Contact Us
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  • Contact Us
  • Events
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  • New Books

Welcome to Murphys Volunteer Library

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480 Park Lane

Murphys, CA

Limited hours due to Covid-19: 

Tuesday through Saturday

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Contact Us

We are open!

Murphys Library is open to the public

Online Calaveras Library Services available

Online Calaveras Library Services available

We are please to open our doors to library patrons and book lovers of the Murphys area. 

Our hours are Tuesday through Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In order to keep our patrons and our staff safe, we will be following county protocols. 

  • Masks required when inside the library. 
  • Only 6 people allowed in library at a time; 30 minute browsing limit. 
  • Please observe social distancing. 
  • We have hand sanitizer for patrons' use. 

Online Calaveras Library Services available

Online Calaveras Library Services available

Online Calaveras Library Services available

Can't  find the book you're looking for in the Calaveras Library system? Did  you know that you can borrow books from other libraries through the  Link+ system?  

Online Library Resources

Book Room Sales

Online Calaveras Library Services available

Check out new books in the library!

Murphys Library is a great source for used book at rock bottom prices.  Ask the librarian how to find our used book room upstairs. We've got great titles on all sorts of topics (follow our Instagram account to see what's on the shelves)


Due to Covid concerns we are not accepting donations at this time, but we still have plenty of books for sale!

Check out new books in the library!

2020 Loretta Fox Memorial Scholarship Recipients

Check out new books in the library!

Murphys Library always has a good supply of new books for your reading enjoyment.

Browse the new book selections

2020 Loretta Fox Memorial Scholarship Recipients

2020 Loretta Fox Memorial Scholarship Recipients

2020 Loretta Fox Memorial Scholarship Recipients

 Murphys  Library celebrates student achievement with a scholarship award. 

Learn more about the scholarship

Crafts in the Library for Adults!

Learn how to make a Snowman or Tree for your winter decor.

When: Wednesday, January 25 at 10 a.m.


Join us for some fun and upcycle those old newspapers and magazine pages to make these clever sculptures.


Story Time For Tots is back!

Tuesdays, 10:30 A.M.


Story Time for Tots is back at the Murphys Library. 

Your kids will have a wonderful morning with stories, music, and activities suitable for small children. 

If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer to lead a Story Time,  please contact us at murphyslibrary @ gmail.com

Join the Murphys Volunteer Library book club!

February Book Club

In February we're reading any book by Geraldine Brooks 

or Barbara Kingsolver
When: February 16, 2023

Where: Upstairs in the library


For February, the Murphys Library book club will be discussing the books of one author: Geraldine Brooks. Choose any book by Brooks to discuss.


Geraldine Brooks is journalist and author who writes historical fiction. She was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in fiction in 2006 for her second novel, March. Her novels Caleb’s Crossing and People of the Book were New York Times best sellers. Her first novel, Year of Wonders is an an international bestseller, translated into more than 25 languages and Is currently under option to Olivia Coleman. Her most recent book, Horse, is a sweeping story of spirit, obsession, and injustice across American history.

Barbara Kingsolver is an American novelist, essayist and poet. Her work often focuses on topics such as social justice, biodiversity and the interaction between humans and their communities and environments. Her most recent book, Demon Copperhead was named one of the "10 Best Books of 2022" by The Washington Post and The New York Times.


Any questions call or text Joan Dionne at 209.728.7996

Community Sourced Poem Project

Help write a poem about Calaveras County


What comes to mind when you think about where you live? 


Why do you love Calaveras County?


Calaveras County Poet Laureate Linda Toren is creating a community Sourced Poem Project. 


Celebrate the special features of your district in Calaveras County with a short narrative, phrase, word. or poem and send it to Linda Toren for inclusion.


In your submission, indicate your district. Please include your name if you give permission to use it when the poems are present to the public. You may anonymous If you wish. 


Send submissions to calaveraspoet@gmail.com or drop them off at your local Calaveras County branch library. 

  

Our mission is to provide resources that enhance the library experience for patrons in the Murphys area.

Find out more

Get Involved!

We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you. 

Thank You

We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you. Thank you for your time and donations that makes this possible!

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Murphys Volunteer LIbrary

420 Park Lane • PO Box 702 • Murphys, CA • 95247

(209) 728 3036

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