Library Site

This is a confusing time, feel free to ask us anything. If we don't know the answer, we'll connect you with someone who does. 

The Circulation Desk is open M-Th: 9:30AM-4:30PM for books, magazines, equipment pick-up/drop off; scanning of Books on Reserve by appointment only (30 minutes/student). Phone: 510.215.4921

Here are your options for getting in touch with a librarian: 

Call or Text Us: 510-426-5026

• FALL 2020: Available Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm ; F-Sa, 10:00 am- 2:00 pm.

Chat with a librarian

• Available 24/7
• Staffed by CCC Librarians during regular Library Hours

One-on-One Reference Appointments

• Meet on Zoom with a librarian for up to 1hr for your research questions
• Limited days/hours available

Email a librarian

• library@contracosta.edu
• We will respond within 24 hours

Online Databases: Use our research Databases to find high-quality articles, ebooks, and streaming media. You will need to log in using your Insite Username and Password to access these from off-campus

Database Quickstart:

• For Articles, try Academic Search Complete
• For Background Research, try Credo or Gale Ebooks
• For Streaming Films/Media, try Kanopy or Films on Demand

For database questions, please contact Erica Watson (ewatson@contracosta.edu or 510-426-5026)

Online Research Guides: Research Guides -- Multiple subject research guides are available to help you explore the best online resources in your subject area. 

Library Workshops: Faculty, if you'd like to arrange for students to receive a remote workshop on how to use these online library resources, please contact instruction coordinator Katherine Becvar.