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Backstage Hollywood: The Photographs of Bob Willoughby

Friday, August 11, 2023
San Luis Obispo Library
Display Area
Venture backstage into the golden age of Hollywood in this exhibition that explores the photography of Bob Willoughby. Widely recognized as a pioneerof photography in the 20th century, Willoughby was the first outside photographer invited by studios to take photos on film sets. The exhibition features photographs from the sets of seventeen iconic Hollywood films, including Audrey Hepburn in My Fair Lady, Alfred Hitchcock on the setof Marnie, Mia Farrow in Rosemary’s Baby, and Marilyn Monroe in Let’s Make Love

This exhibit will be featured on the 2nd floor of San Luis Obispo Library through August 11. Presented courtesy of ExhibitsUSA and the Mid-America Arts Alliance. 

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Cayucos Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Arts & Crafts

Friday, June 16, 2023
Cayucos Library
Drop by anytime to sign up for Summer Reading and get creative with whale themed origami, wood art, coloring, and chalk art!
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Wildlife Photography by Nigel Paul

Friday, June 30, 2023
Cambria Library

Nigel Pauls stunning wildlife photography exhibit will be display through June 30,2023. The Cambria Library is open Tuesday, Wednesday 10-6; Thursday 9-5; Friday, Saturday 10-5; and located at 1043 Main Street. 

 

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Young Voces of San Miguel

Saturday, September 30, 2023
young voces
San Miguel Library
San Miguel's 6th-12th graders can submit their art, photography, comics, poetry, and short stories to the library. All submitions will be displayed in the library and selected works will be printed in a magazine in the Fall.
Contact the library with any questions.

Los estudiantes de 6º a 12º grado de San Miguel pueden enviar sus obras de arte, fotografía, historietas, poesía y cuentos a la biblioteca. Todas las obras se mostrarán en la biblioteca y trabajos seleccionados se imprimirán en una revista en el otoño.
Visite la biblioteca con cualquier pregunta.
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Watercolor Art Exhibit by Mary Kopecky

Saturday, September 02, 2023
Arroyo Grande Library
Arroyo Grande Library will be featuring the watercolors of local artist Mary Kopecky.  Mary's art draws from the world around her, from flora to fauna.  She uses watercolor to bring these things to life on the canvas.
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Arroyo Grande Library - Fiction Addiction Book Group

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Coffee and book
Arroyo Grande Library
"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. 
All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health guidelines.
Register for an email meeting reminder, book list, and discussion questions.
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Beginner Loom Knitting Class (Class 2)

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
loom
San Miguel Library
Join Katharine for a beginners loom knitting class. 
All supplies will be provided, please register here or by by calling the library at 805-467-3224.
A second class will be offered Saturday, June 3.
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Branch Out van at PrideFest SLO

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Branch Out Vans
Coastal Van
Look for the big, blue Library van at PrideFest at Laguna Lake Park, 504 Madonna Road, in San Luis Obispo!
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Finger Painting/ Pintar con Dedos

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
finger painting
San Miguel Library
Wear some old some old clothes and let's get painting! 
Viste de ropa vieja y ¡a pintar!
Edades/Ages: 3+
Esto es un programa bilingüe. This is a bilingual program...
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SLO Beaver Brigade Talk

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Cambria Library
Library

Join us at the Cambria Library for an informative presentation from The SLO Beaver Brigade who is dedicated to stewarding wetland health as demonstrated by the beavers as well as continually learning from the beavers how to be good stewards of our watersheds and we empower those folks who love our waterways to become stewards themselves. 

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Lego Club

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
lego club
San Miguel Library
Engineer, build & create with Legos! All creations will be displayed in the Library. 
¡Acompáñenos a construir con Legos! Todas las creaciones serán exhibidos en la biblioteca.
Esto es un programa bilingüe. This is a bilingual program...
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Backyard Herbalism: Saturday Garden Series

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Morro Bay Library
Program Room
Jean Johnson will discuss the healing properties of easy to grow, environmentally friendly plants that thrive in our area. She will demonstrate tinctures, teas and salves. Join us for our Saturday Seed Talk Garden Series.


All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health guidelines.
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Family Movie Saturday at the Cambria Library

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cambria Library
Library
Every Saturday the Cambria Library will show a family movie in the children's section!
This week we are showing "Sandlot" a film about the summer of 1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his rowdy team, resulting in many adventures.
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Lego Club/Club de Legos

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Nipomo Library
Community Room
Join our Lego Club and get creative. We supply the Legos and a theme for you to stretch your imagination. First Saturday of the month. Ages 5-12. Register for an email or text reminder.  Registration not required to attend.

Acompáñanos a nuestro club de Legos y descubre tu lado creativo. Nosotros tendremos los legos y una temática (el primer sábado del mes). Todos los programas bibliotecarios van a seguir la directriz de salud actual de California y del condado de San Luis Obispo.


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SLO Library Lego Club

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
bricks
San Luis Obispo Library
Community Room
Join our Leo Club and show off your creative side. We supply the Legos and theme for you to stretch your imagination and build. Ages 6-10. Registration Required.  All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health guidelines. 
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Youth Book Club

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Atascadero Library
O'Grady Conference Room
Join us to talk about books you love! We meet the first Saturday of the month.
Snacks provided.
For 4th-6th graders
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Cancelled

Teen Advisory Board- South County

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
shoes books
Arroyo Grande Library
The June 3rd TAB for the Arroyo Grande Library meeting has been moved to June 17th
Monthly meeting of the Arroyo Grande Library Teen Advisory Board. Design & promote teen library programs! Great for resume, college application, or community service credits. Ages 13+ Minimum commitment of 6 months. Register today to receive a reminder the week of the event.
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Papercrafts

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shandon Library
Join us to create fun papercrafts.
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SLO Library 3D Printing

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
San Luis Obispo Library
Childrens Area
Check our 3D Printer Use Policy at 3d_print_pol.pdf (slolibrary.org). When your project is ready, make an appointment to bring it to the Children's Desk. 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.
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SLO Library- Baby/Toddler Storytime/Hora de cuentos

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
San Luis Obispo Library
Community Room
Join Ms. Leslie for Baby/Toddler storytime! Come read books, sing songs and play! For ages 0 to 3.  
All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health guidelines. 

¡Acompáñanos a nuestra hora de cuentos, canciones y rimas!  Todos los programas bibliotecarios seguirán con las normas actúales del departamento de salud del estado de CA y el Condado de San Luis Obispo. 

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Summer Reading Kick-Off Party with Zoo to You

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Shandon Library
Library
Come get a bag, a book, and a summer guide when you sign up for the Summer Reading program. Then join us for Zoo to You presented by the Conservation Ambassadors. This program will feature live animals, relevant storytelling and a fun, enlightening message.  For all ages.
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Digital Learning - Library Apps at the Atascadero Library

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Atascadero Library
Study Room 1

Bring your own device (smartphone, laptop, tablet) to our computer/device help session, where staff can assist with learning our library apps and databases. Don't forget to bring the username and password for your device and apps.

This program will provide basic technology and computer assistance. If staff are unable to assist you with your specific issue, they will try to point you to resources that can help. Assistance is provided by signing up for a 15-minute appointment slot.


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Morro Bay Library Storytime/Hora de cuentos

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Morro Bay Library
Program Room
Please join us at the Morro Bay Library for stories, dance, and music with Miss Emily!
This program is in English.

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

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Cayucos Library Chair Yoga / Yoga de Silla

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cayucos Library
Patio
A gentle 'mindful mobility' practice with instructor Helen Trevelyan. Water bottle and clothing layers recommended!

Yoga cuando estas sentado. Juntate con la presentadora Helen Trevelyan. Trae una botella de agua y ropa calentita. Todos los programas bibliotecarios van a seguir la directriz de salud actual de California y del condado de San Luis Obispo

Health and wellness
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Beginning Photography with Jamie Soja

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Arroyo Grande Library
Library

Come learn about the basics of digital photography, using your cell phone or other cameras, from renowned photographer Jamie Soja. You will learn about composition, lighting, and settings to take a great photo. Jamie will show samples of his own work as well as other photographers and describe whey they are good photos. 


Toward the end of the class, Jamie will take everyone outside or in the library to test out what they have learned with feedback from Jamie. Jamie recommends downloading the free Adobe Lightroom Mobile App for cell phones before the class which will allow users to change the settings in a way similar to a standard DSLR camera. 

https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom/mobile.html

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