Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library

Join a community of fellow library lovers whose generosity supports programming that inspires people of all ages to read, learn, create and connect.

[Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library @FriendsOfSMPL]

It’s Take Action for Libraries Day! ✊

Today is a day to rally advocates to support libraries. Ways you canadvocate and support @smpubliclibrary:
-Become a friend or volunteer
-Make a donation or
-Stop by the Friends Bookstore

Let’s keep supporting our local libraries! 💖

[Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library @FriendsOfSMPL]

Thank you to all of our volunteers from those who help run the Friends Bookstore to those who coordinate author talks and more. We value all of your work!

[Santa Monica Public Library @SMPublicLibrary]

It's National Volunteer Week (April 19 - 25)!

Thank you to the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library (@friendsofsmpl), our Library Board, and our Literacy Program volunteers for your continued commitment and generosity.

[Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library @FriendsOfSMPL]

Thank you to Lily King and Maile Meloy for joining us!

It was a beautiful night and a very engaging conversation. We can’t wait to host you again 💕

Thank you to @bnsantamonica for being our book vendor for this event.

#FriendsOfSMPL

[Santa Monica Public Library @SMPublicLibrary]

Career Online High School (COHS) 🎓

COHS offers adult students the opportunity to access their coursework anytime online and earn a fully accredited high school diploma and career certificate.

Learn more: https://t.co/9sR5iImSiG

[Santa Monica Public Library @SMPublicLibrary]

This Week at the Library, join a book group or learn something new!

Plan your library visits: https://t.co/HzqizqSLm0

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉

To welcome 2026, and to thank you, we are having a special Book Sale.

All $5 books in the front room of the Bookstore will be $2 on the following dates:

Monday, January 5 | 12 - 3 p.m.
Thursday, January 8 | 3 - 6 p.m.
Saturday, January 10 | 12-3 p.m.

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One more day to get your holiday shopping done!

@SMPublicLibrary will have a Winter Closure (Monday, December 22, 2025 through Sunday, January 4, 2026). The Bookstore will follow this closures as we are located inside of the Main Library.

[Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library @FriendsOfSMPL]

Lily King delves into her new novel, “Heart the Lover,” which explores topics of desire, friendship, loss and the lasting impact of first love.

Friday, January 30 | 6:30 p.m. | Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium

RSVP here: https://t.co/XJqqN3Euai

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The bookstore will also be closed during this time. Stop by before to get your holiday shopping done 📚

[Santa Monica Public Library @SMPublicLibrary]

Access the Library 24/7 at https://t.co/PJEJb0xTXQ! ❄️

@santamonicacity Council approved an annual two-week Winter Closure, from Monday, December 22, 2025 to Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Pick up your holds and stock up on all your favorite reads by Saturday, December 20.

[Santa Monica Public Library @SMPublicLibrary]

There’s still time to apply for the honor of serving as the next Poet Laureate!

The Poet Laureate program fosters new writing that reflects @santamonicacity diversity, and strengthens arts education across the community.

Apply by November 30, 2025: https://t.co/UqHqh8Dm9p

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📢 Bike Repair (Read, Engage, Discover) Kits are now available for check out!

New RED Kits include a Bike Tool Brake, Bike Tool Flat Tire, Bike Tool Drivetrain & Miscellaneous, Bike Tool Chain, and a Bike Tool Bicycle Pump. Try them out today and keep rolling.

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This Week at the Library, we're celebrating National Friends of the Library Week and United Against Hate Week!

Plan your library visits: https://t.co/mYTKESXMzy

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So happy we could be a part of getting this Little Free Library out in our community!

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📚✨ BIG news, book lovers! There’s a brand-new Free Little Library at the #BigBlueBus Little Blue Dog Run, for dog and book lovers on the move! 🚌

Whether you're waiting for your #BBB ride, or out for a walk with your pup, take a moment to enjoy the magic of community-powered reading. 💙
📖 Take one.
📕 Leave one.
📘 Share the love.

Check out what's available now, brought to you by the @friendsofsmpl!
📍1620 7th Street, Santa Monica

#FreeLittleLibrary #CommunityShelfie #LittleBlueDogRun #BooksOnTheGo @santamonicacity @SMPublicLibrary

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Grand opening, grand gesture! ❤️

Huge gratitude to Vons for their $5,000 gift to Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library! This is what community partnership looks like.

#FriendsOfSMPL #VonsSantaMonica #ReadLocal

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RM of BTS says you should Read Banned Books! 📚💜

#BannedBooksWeek highlights the freedom to read, the importance of diverse stories, and raises awareness about ongoing challenges libraries face in protecting that right.

Banned & Challenged Books list: https://t.co/BbiBYlC9Zm

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Today's the last day to take the Community Mapping survey!

Help us in mapping our library's future. Patrons who share their email address upon completing the survey will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 gift card to a local business.

https://t.co/glWzadXhwi

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It’s the perfect day to fall into a new book ✨

We’re ready to welcome you every Saturday, 12 - 3 p.m.

#FriendsOfSMPL #FriendsBookstore #ReadLocal #ShopLocal #Bookstore #SustainableShopping #SantaMonica

[Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library @FriendsOfSMPL]

Calling all comic lovers 🙌🏾

The Friends Bookstore has comics with your name written all over it!

Remember, we are tax free and your purchase supports @smpubliclibrary, it’s a win win 🥳

#FriendsOfSMPL #FriendsBookstore #ShopLocal #ReadLocal #FriendsOfLibraries #SantaMonica

[Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library @FriendsOfSMPL]

It’s a beautiful day to stop by and discover what else we have beyond books.

We’re here every Monday, 12 - 3 p.m.

#FriendsOfSMPL #FriendsBookstore #ReadLocal

[Santa Monica Public Library @SMPublicLibrary]

This Week at the Library, discover your library benefits by accessing our collection, kits, computers, and more 🤗

Plan your library visits:
https://t.co/FobHiKQiDM