National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the essential role libraries and library workers play in our community. To celebrate, we have new mini tote bags on sale.
🌻 $10 each
🌻 Green & blue strap colors
🌻 Available at all locations, while supplies last
One Book, One Coast! 📘🌊
This program brings together library systems across California, Washington State, and Oregon for a shared community reading program.
Borrow a copy of the inaugural selection, "They Called Us Enemy," a graphic memoir by George Takei!
Financial Freedom Fair: Your Path to Prosperity
Advance your personal financial journey through a free HUD-approved First-Time Homebuyer Workshop. Free tax prep services available by appointment.
Saturday, April 11 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Pico Branch, The Annex & Virginia Avenue Park
Like the mourning cloak butterflies at the Montana Branch, Earth is all about transformation. 🦋🌱
Celebrate Earth Month by checking out books about nature, sustainability, and our planet at all five of our library locations.
#SMPublicLibrary #EarthMonth
Be part of the largest book club on the West Coast! 📚🌊
One Book, One Coast unites libraries in California, Oregon, and Washington in a shared celebration of literacy. Borrow a copy of the inaugural selection, "They Called Us Enemy," a graphic memoir by George Takei.
Get hands-on with a live bicycle care workshop led by Bikerowave Cooperative, a volunteer-run DIY bike shop in Mar Vista. The training includes a presentation of the Library’s Read, Engage, Discover (RED) Bike Repair Kits.
Saturday, April 4 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Pico Branch
NEW! Ocean Park Book Group 📚
This new community-led, monthly book discussion group meets in person at the Ocean Park Branch. The group discusses popular fiction titles.
April 8: "The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden
Wednesday, April 8 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Ocean Park Branch
The Community Mapping Findings and Insights Report is now available online!
The findings will help shape programs, services, and make strategic decisions that reflect the community. Report summary booklets are available at SMPL locations, while supplies last.
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Community Discount Program Partner Highlight: Offhand Wine Bar 🍷
A relaxed, modern Santa Monica wine bar that pours natural wines, craft beers and cocktails alongside charcuterie in a laid-back, music-friendly atmosphere.
Show your SMPL card and get 10% off entire purchase.
Beat the heat at the Santa Monica Public Library! ☀️📚
Looking for a place to cool down? Visit one of our five locations and enjoy an air-conditioned space, grab a book, and take it easy.
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Celebrate Women’s History Month with a panel of Santa Monica’s women mayors, featuring current Mayor Caroline Torosis and former mayors Gleam Davis, Judy Abdo, Lana Negrete, and Pam O’Connor.
Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
Learn how to hand-print a cyanotype photo from scratch. Participants can optionally bring small personal items to print, such as flowers, lace, or other textured materials. Space and supplies are limited.
Saturday, March 21 | 1:30 - 3 p.m. | Main Library, Multipurpose Room
It's Pi Day! 🥧
Celebrate by checking out one of our Pie Baking RED Kits and bake some delicious pies.
#SMPublicLibrary #PiDay #PieDay
Community Discount Program Partner Highlight: Good Body Pilates
Good Body Pilates is an award-winning boutique Pilates studio in Santa Monica. Show your SMPL card and get 3 group reformer classes for $99 or 3 private sessions for $295.
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Seed Starting for Summer 🌱
Discover how to start seeds for popular summer edibles and flowers, then put your knowledge into practice with a hands-on seed-starting and seedling pot-up activity.
Saturday, March 14 | 3 - 4:30 p.m. | Montana Branch
It's #ReadAcrossAmerica Day! 📚
Inspired by the legacy of Dr. Seuss and the mission of National Education Association, today is all about opening books, sparking imagination, and empowering young minds.
Here are a few of our books from the "Great Read Alouds" staff picks list.
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Some of our teen volunteers share their favorite DVDs at SMPL 📀
Stop by and check one out today! 🎥🍿
Video edited and produced by our teen volunteers 🫶
#SMPublicLibrary #LibraryLoversMonth
As we get older relationships tend to be harder to find and keep. The Dating & Socializing Read, Engage, Discover (RED) Kit helps with the intricacies of adult companionship and includes relevant books, suggested activities, and materials.
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Community Discount Program Partner Highlight!
FIT4MOM offers pre and postnatal health, wellness, and fitness programs for every stage of motherhood.
New members, show your SMPL card and get 5 classes for $75 or 20% off Unlimited Membership. More deals: ow.ly/7kJK50Ye8Xt
Come to the Cottage and check out books and films about rivalries, feuds, and competition.
View this book display at the Main Library through the end of February. 🫶
#SMPublicLibrary #HeatedRivalry #BookDisplay
Who are you rooting for? 🏈🐰
Patriots vs. Seahawks on the field, Bad Bunny bringing the halftime heat. Get game-day ready with books, music, and playlists from SMPL.
#SMPublicLibrary #SuperBowl #BadBunny
Teen volunteers, Shahar and Lena share their book recommendations 📚🥰🥹
~ Video edited by teen volunteer, C.O
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Teen Black History Month Reading Challenge on Beanstack (February 1 - 28).
Explore the rich history of Black men and women through books honored with the Coretta Scott King Book Award. Log your reading to earn badges and entry into a book pack drawing.
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Pick up a free copy of “What You Are Looking For Is in the Library" by Michiko Aoyama at all locations, while supplies last!
Santa Monica Reads 2026 runs now through Saturday, March 14. Digital audiobooks and eBooks available via hoopla and Libby.
Meet Children's Librarian Ingha Chopra! 🖍️
Ingha loves borrowing the Library's Ukulele RED Kit, craft books, and travel books to spark inspiration. Tell us how you use SMPL by January 31: ow.ly/OPJ050Y5aTu
This survey is part of
@castatelibrary.bsky.social Every Story Counts.
Community Discount Program Partner Highlight: BroadStage 🎭
BroadStage is a contemporary performing arts presenter that energizes audiences and community through bold performances and personal connection.
Special SMPL Rush Ticket offer: 15% off tickets (some exclusions apply).
Santa Monica Reads is back with "What You Are Looking For Is in the Library" by Michiko Aoyama!
Starting today, free copies of this year's book selection and resource guides will be available at all SMPL locations, while supplies last, courtesy of the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library.
Next week, Fairview and Ocean Park Branch libraries will reopen with full-service operations three days per week as part of the city's Realignment Plan.
Join us for celebration events at Fairview Branch on Jan. 20, and Ocean Park Branch on Jan. 21, from noon to 2 p.m.!
Here's a quick time lapse of our staff shifting the fiction collection at the Main Library. 😊
Pick up your holds and stock up on all your favorite reads by Saturday, December 20. And don't forget that the library is available 24/7 online!
