Transforming diverse public spaces into ecological learning sites
A Living Library (A.L.L.) is a powerful framework for creating place-based, ecological change in communities and schools. In our branches in San Francisco and New York City, students and adults focus on the environment, gardening, watersheds, literacy, multi-arts, technology, health, nutrition, youth leadership, and civic responsibility. More About Us »


Apply Now for a Paid Internship This Fall
Join A.L.L. Green Future’s (AGF) Job Training Paid Internship program for the Fall session! Our cohort in New York City is for middle schoolers, and for high school/college students in San Francisco. Learn hands-on…

A.L.L. Classes – Join Us
It’s never too late or early to add green education to your life. Learn how to grow your own food, support native life, encourage bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators while training for a…

Celebrating Bonnie Ora Sherk, Founder of A Living Library
We are thrilled to share that our founder, Bonnie Ora Sherk—the visionary artist, environmental educator, and creator of…

Thanks for Coming Out To Our 7th Annual Roosevelt Island Plant Sale!
What an incredible day! We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for our 7th…

Our 7th Annual Plant Sale is Here — Go Native!
Spring is in full swing, and we’re so excited to invite our community to the 7th Annual Plant, Flowers,…
Thank You to Our Funders!
San Francisco
California Natural Resources Agency
Community Challenge Grants
New York
New York Community Trust
New York City Green Fund




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