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Katie Brochtrup Painting Exhibit

01/31/2025 @ 1:00pm to 03/28/2025 @ 1:00pm
Morro Bay Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Morro Bay Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

One of Morro Bay's own, Katie Brochtrup, will be exhibiting her artwork at the Morro Bay Library! Katie uses a variety of tools and techniques to challenge herself as an artist and to create pieces with bold, eye-catching colors.

Book Page Heart Garland Craft

02/04/2025 @ 10:00am to 02/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
Morro Bay Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design
Age Group:
Tween, Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Morro Bay Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft & Design
Event Details:

The Morro Bay Library is offering visitors a lovingly bookish craft! Learn how to make a heart garland from used book pages as part of our ongoing craft programs.

Mason jar filled with sourdough starter

Grab-N-Go Sourdough Starter Kits

02/04/2025 @ 10:00am to 02/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
Atascadero Library
Program Type:
Sustainability, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Atascadero Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Sustainability, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come to the Atascadero Library to pick up a DIY sourdough starter kit! Kit includes Mason jar, flour, instructions and recipes for sourdough starter. 

For adults. 

While supplies last. 

Young African-American girl with her arms crossed stares into the camera.

Portraits in Harmony by Joe Schwartz - Exhibit

All Day 2/7 - 3/7
San Luis Obispo Library
Program Type:
Art & Culture
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: San Luis Obispo Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Art & Culture
Event Details:

This collection of photographs from Joseph Schwartz (1913-2013) celebrates the bonds of cooperation and understanding that are possible between human beings of all races. 

3d Printer

SLO Library - 3d Printer

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
SLO Library Children's Area at San Luis Obispo Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design, Technology Skills
Age Group:
All Ages
Closed
Required
Library Branch: San Luis Obispo Library
Room: SLO Library Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Craft & Design, Technology Skills
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

3D Printer: Make an appointment

Have a project you'd like us to print? Here's how to get started:

  1. Check our 3D Printer Use Procedures & Policy. 
  2. Make an appointment to bring your project file to the San Luis Obispo Library Children's department. 

This is a DYI project. Please call the Children's department at 805-781-5775 with any questions. 

This program was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

illustration of hermit crab under water

Tidepools on Tour

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9:45am - 11:45am
Shandon Library
Program Type:
Kids Activities, Family Activities, Science & Nature
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Shandon Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Kids Activities, Family Activities, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Come meet some sea creature and other aquatic life from the Central Coast Aquarium. All Ages.

Ven a conocer algunas criaturas marinas y otras formas de vida acuática. Para todos.

Storytime. California quail cartoon character reading a book while lying down.

Storytime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cambria Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Children, Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Library Branch: Cambria Library
Age Group: Children, Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning

Storytime

Learning is fun at our lively Storytime! Join us for books, songs, and a lot of wiggling. All children are welcome

Can't make it to Storytime? Check out our favorite Storytime books or look for more early learning classes and events.

Storytime. California quail cartoon character reading a book while lying down.

Storytime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Atascadero Library Polin Community Room at Atascadero Library
Age Group:
Children, Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Library Branch: Atascadero Library
Room: Atascadero Library Polin Community Room
Age Group: Children, Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Join Sally for storytime! We'll read books, sing songs, and have fun!

Ages 5 & under

Storytime. California quail cartoon character reading a book while lying down.

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Arroyo Grande Library Lawn at Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Learning, Family Activities, Parenting
Age Group:
Children, Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Room: Arroyo Grande Library Lawn
Age Group: Children, Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning, Family Activities, Parenting

Storytime

Learning is fun at our lively Storytime! Join us for books, songs, and a lot of wiggling. All children are welcome

Can't make it to Storytime? Check out our favorite Storytime books or look for more early learning classes and events.

Event Details:

Join Ms. Sallie for a weekly themed storytime that includes movement, songs, fingerplays, and stories. 

Please bring a small blanket or towel.

miss emily at storytime

Storytime/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Los Osos Library Children's Area at Los Osos Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Library Branch: Los Osos Library
Room: Los Osos Library Children's Area
Age Group: Baby & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

Please join us at the Los Osos Library for stories, dance, and music with Miss Emily!
This program is in English.

Juntate para baile, cuentos, y música en la biblioteca de Los Osos con Miss Emily!
Este programa estará en inglés.

THMA Transitions Mental Health Association Logo with Daisy

TMHA Library Outreach Team

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get connected with primary care, recovery, clothing, food, Medicare, shelter, mental health, showers, health insurance, and more.  No appointment needed. 

Storytime. California quail cartoon character reading a book while lying down.

Preschool Storytime/Hora de cuentos bilingüe

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Oceano Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Children, Preschool
Library Branch: Oceano Library
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning

Storytime

Learning is fun at our lively Storytime! Join us for books, songs, and a lot of wiggling. All children are welcome

Can't make it to Storytime? Check out our favorite Storytime books or look for more early learning classes and events.

Event Details:

Acompañanos para hora de cuentos en español y en inglés, tendrán canciones y bailes.

Avila on Marsh Senior Living

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Branch Out Mobile Libraries
Program Type:
Branch Out Mobile Libraries
Age Group:
Adult
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Branch Out Mobile Libraries
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Branch Out Mobile Libraries

Jigsaw Puzzle Day

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Morro Bay Library Program Room at Morro Bay Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Morro Bay Library
Room: Morro Bay Library Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:

Spend some time at the library putting together a jigsaw puzzle.

Boy and girl cutting shapes for crafts

Kids' Day at the Library

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Nipomo Library Community Room at Nipomo Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Craft & Design
Age Group:
School Age, Tween
Library Branch: Nipomo Library
Room: Nipomo Library Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Family Activities, Craft & Design
Event Details:

Kids Day at the Library is a monthly event, with a different program or activity each month. K-6th grader can learn from experts, play board games, learn basic coding, and other fun activities.

Two illustrated quails with speech bubbles and a stack of books.

Bookends Book Discussion Group

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library Lawn at Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adult
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Room: Arroyo Grande Library Lawn
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

The Bookends is a monthly book group for adults. We read a selection of fiction, non-fiction, and classics. Join us outside under the sunshade, weather permitting.  Register for the booklist, discussion questions, and a meeting reminder.

colorful paper circles hanging on strings

The Art Corner

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
SLO Library Teen Area at San Luis Obispo Library
Program Type:
Art & Culture, Craft & Design
Age Group:
Tween, Teen
Library Branch: San Luis Obispo Library
Room: SLO Library Teen Area
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Art & Culture, Craft & Design
Event Details:

Ohhhh, The Art Corner?? What's that?? 

The Art Corner is our newly created Arts & Craft club for tweens and teens. We get together once a month and create beautiful creations! 

Ages 9 to 17. 

 

Small white dog

Read to a Dog

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Atascadero Library Children's Area at Atascadero Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Atascadero Library
Room: Atascadero Library Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Come read to Jack, the library therapy dog!

Read Together

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Los Osos Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Los Osos Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Come read a script together! We will provide the script, assign roles, and read it together.

Two hands holding passport books with buildings in the background

Walk-In Passport Clinic

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Atascadero Library Polin Community Room at Atascadero Library
Program Type:
Other
Library Branch: Atascadero Library
Room: Atascadero Library Polin Community Room
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Apply for a passport at the Atascadero Library. No appointment needed. First come, first served. English and Spanish speaking passport agents will be available.

movie clapboard, tickets, and bucket of popcorn on pink background

Sensory Movie for Adults with Disabilities

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Atascadero Library Polin Community Room at Atascadero Library
Library Branch: Atascadero Library
Room: Atascadero Library Polin Community Room
Event Details:

Join us for a Sensory Movie for Adults with Disabilities.

The movie this month will be Gnomeo & Juliet.

3d Printer

SLO Library - 3d Printer

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
SLO Library Children's Area at San Luis Obispo Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design, Technology Skills
Age Group:
All Ages
Closed
Required
Library Branch: San Luis Obispo Library
Room: SLO Library Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Craft & Design, Technology Skills
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

3D Printer: Make an appointment

Have a project you'd like us to print? Here's how to get started:

  1. Check our 3D Printer Use Procedures & Policy. 
  2. Make an appointment to bring your project file to the San Luis Obispo Library Children's department. 

This is a DYI project. Please call the Children's department at 805-781-5775 with any questions. 

This program was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

Children playing chess.

Chess Club

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Nipomo Library Community Room at Nipomo Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Other
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Nipomo Library
Room: Nipomo Library Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Family Activities, Other
Event Details:

Would you like to learn to play chess? Would you like to improve your chess strategy and meet other players? Join us on the third Friday of the month from 2:00-4:30. School ages to seniors are welcome.

movie clapboard, tickets, and bucket of popcorn on pink background

Film Friday

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Cambria Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Science & Nature, Art & Culture, Movie
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Cambria Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Family Activities, Science & Nature, Art & Culture, Movie
Event Details:

Join us on Fridays for topical documentaries, telenovelas, or television series.