November Updates

Author: SFSU Library
November 3, 2025
Books and materials on a table decorated with flowers and papel picado
Photo Credit: SFSU Library

Check out our annual ofrenda, the latest arrivals, and a librarian’s book recommendation, plus this month’s events.

Our Dia De Muertos ofrenda returns

Stop by the first floor to visit our annual Day of the Dead display and ofrenda. Find books about this celebration of life and death, or add your contribution to our very own Tree of Life! 

The display will be up through the first week of November. 

 

New books to explore

Hungry for a new read? Explore our latest arrivals on the first floor! 

Notable titles include a graphic adaptation of The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. DuBois, a book about the creation of Bong Joon Ho’s “Parasite,” and a biography of Marsha P. Johnson by activist Tourmaline. 

The display will be refreshed often as new books arrive. Stop by whenever you visit!

Wooden shelf with books on various topics displayed face out
Martyr! Book Cover

Book recommendation

This month, our online learning librarian, Zia, is recommending Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar. 

Learn more and borrow or request a copy.

This month's calendar

Nov. 4 — Book Club: Bring your current book and come chat with other readers! 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Living Room, LIB 124 C

Nov. 5 — Focus Group: The Library wants to hear from you! (RSVP required) 

Nov. 11 — Library closed for Veteran’s Day 

Nov. 24 — Fall break hours at the Library: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 24 – 26 

Nov. 27 — Library closed for fall break: We’re taking time off Nov. 27 – 29