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Tracy Waitkus Photography Exhibit

All Day 5/3 - 8/30
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Art & Culture
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Culture
Event Details:

Tracy Waitkus's photography focuses on combining the Central Coast's natural beauty with the dynamic beauty of ballet.  Her current exhibit features local dancers juxtaposed against iconic San Luis County backdrops.

THMA Transitions Mental Health Association Logo with Daisy

TMHA Library Outreach Team

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
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.

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, August 22, 2024 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.

Electric piano keyboard, small drum, violin, drumsticks

Community Sing Along

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arroyo Grande Library Children's Area at Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Music & Theater
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, School Age, Tween, Adult
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Room: Arroyo Grande Library Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School Age, Tween, Adult
Program Type: Music & Theater
Event Details:

Join Jan Grigsby and John Roullard in a celebration of traditional and contemporary folk songs.  John and Jan, both retired teachers, will share the historical and cultural significance of the songs and will introduce a variety of musica

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 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. 

THMA Transitions Mental Health Association Logo with Daisy

TMHA Library Outreach Team

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
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.

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, August 29, 2024 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.

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 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. 

Knitting supplies

Sit & Stitch: Crochet, Knit, Embroidery Meet Up

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft & Design
Event Details:

Join our weekly knitting, crochet and embroidery club to exchange tips and ideas with other crafty types. All skill levels are welcome.

THMA Transitions Mental Health Association Logo with Daisy

TMHA Library Outreach Team

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
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.

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, September 5, 2024 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.

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

Fiction Addiction

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Arroyo Grande Library Lawn at Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Required
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Room: Arroyo Grande Library Lawn
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

"Fiction Addiction" is a book group for adults that meets the first Saturday of each month.  Bring your own coffee and join in the conversation about a selected work of contemporary fiction. 

Teen Advisory Board. Pastel frosted donuts with sprinkles on a graph paper background.

South County Teen Advisory Board

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Teen Advisory Board
Age Group:
Teen
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Teen Advisory Board

Teen Advisory Board

Teens ages 13-18 get work experience and life skills by joining our Teen Advisory Boards. Design and plan library collections, events, and make new friends! Great for resumes and college applications.

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 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. 

Knitting supplies

Sit & Stitch: Crochet, Knit, Embroidery Meet Up

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft & Design
Event Details:

Join our weekly knitting, crochet and embroidery club to exchange tips and ideas with other crafty types. All skill levels are welcome.

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, September 12, 2024 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.

colored pencils

Adult Coloring Club

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft & Design
Event Details:

Join us for an adult coloring club on the 2nd Friday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m. Adult coloring has been shown to improve your health by promoting mindfulness & relieving stress.

Young children painting

Maker Day: Fall Leaves

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Art & Culture, Craft & Design
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, School Age
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Family Activities, Art & Culture, Craft & Design
Event Details:

Join us for some fall leaf themed art projects.  All materials will be provided.  Come any time between 10:30 and 11:30. 

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 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. 

Knitting supplies

Sit & Stitch: Crochet, Knit, Embroidery Meet Up

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Craft & Design
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft & Design
Event Details:

Join our weekly knitting, crochet and embroidery club to exchange tips and ideas with other crafty types. All skill levels are welcome.

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Thursday, September 19, 2024 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.

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

Bookends Book Discussion Group

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arroyo Grande Library Lawn at Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Required
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Room: Arroyo Grande Library Lawn
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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.

Lego club for kids. Brightly colored Lego bricks on green background.

Lego Club

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Arroyo Grande Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School Age
Open
Required
Library Branch: Arroyo Grande Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

LEGO Club

Kids ages 5-11 are invited to engineer, build, and create with Legos. All bricks provided by the library.
¡Acompáñenos a construir con Legos! 

Event Details:

Join our Lego Club and show off your creative side.  We supply the Legos and the theme for you to stretch your imagination and build.  Ages 5 - 11.  Registration required.

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

Storytime with Ms. Sallie/Hora de cuentos

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 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.