Santa Monica Public Library

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Online Safety & Scam Prevention

The internet has made it easy to shop, pay bills, and connect with family. Learn how to stay safe online and prevent fraud through awareness, confidence, and simple habits.

Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 11 a.m. - 1pm | Main Library, Computer Classroom

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Celebrate Halloween with a screening of the 1960 horror comedy classic "Little Shop of Horrors" and discussion with author Beverly Gray. Supported by @FriendsOfSMPL 🪴

Wednesday, October 28 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Ocean Park Branch

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Acclaimed novelist Walter Mosley discusses his newest mystery, Hanging & Burning, and the art of crime fiction with debut novelist @andrehardysr (Tear the City Down). A book sale and signing follow.

Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd.

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This Week at the Library, celebrate National Friends of the Library Week by visiting @FriendsOfSMPL and checking out the events they support here at SMPL! 📚🫂

Plan your library visits: https://t.co/dS29nOmDaA

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SMPL 🤝 @FriendsOfSMPL

National Friends of the Library Week starts tomorrow! SMPL thanks the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library for their vital support and dedication. 📖💓

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Not-So-Haunted House 🎃👻

Celebrate Halloween with a not-so-spooky afternoon of crafts, storytime, games, and seasonal fun for the whole family. Costumes welcome! For families.

Saturday, October 24 | 2 - 3 p.m. | Main Library, Youth Activity Room

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The library will be closed Thursday, October 15, 2026, for annual staff training.

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Join local historian Nino Fresco for a discussion of her new book, First Around the World: The History of the Santa Monica Municipal Airport on the enduring impact of aviation in Santa Monica. A book sale and signing follow.

Thursday, October 22 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Fairview Branch

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Mahjong at Main

Connect with your community with an evening of friendly, Taiwanese-style Mahjong play hosted by Mahjong Sessions. All skill levels welcome. Registration required: https://t.co/67PHQzwoWb

Wednesday, October 21 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Main Library, Multipurpose Room

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Hearing and preserving our family stories over generations is an important part of understanding who we are. Check out a Family Oral History Read, Engage, Discover (RED) Kit to preserve your family's voices for future generations.

Learn more: https://t.co/by3gLmm7gW

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This Week at the Library, tap into practical resources like financial education and AI for everyday tasks. 🖥️

Plan your library visits: https://t.co/dS29nOmDaA

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As part of our Family Financial Education series, Financial Representative Fabrizzia Kaiser Soto presents Estate Planning Basics; attorney Dominic Rodono presents Estate Planning Made Simple. Learn more: https://t.co/tlCGFBsO8B

Wed, Nov. 4 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Fairview Branch

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As part of our adult literacy program, new tutoring pair Randi and Agnes both got their first library cards and checked out their first library books!

Learn more here: https://t.co/xOhVON7Nqf

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This Hispanic Heritage Month, check out the Mexican Presence in Santa Monica collection, which seeks to document the rich cultural history, genealogy, and influence of Mexican American families in Santa Monica.

Learn more: https://t.co/Psz03Eqvrs

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Computer Practice: Open Lab

Build computer skills at your own pace through guided online lessons. Support is available if needed.

Thursdays, October 8 & 22 | 2 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Computer Classroom

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Join us for Janis Ian: Breaking Silence, a documentary about lesbian pop artist Janis Ian from Santa Monica filmmaker Varda Bar-Kar. Q&A with the director to follow. Runtime: 114 min.

Saturday, October 10 | 7 - 9:30 p.m. | Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd.

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This Week at the Library, connect with a neighbor over your favorite films, games, and books. 📽️🎲📚

Plan your library visits: https://t.co/dS29nOmDaA

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Scream and Stream: Teen Movie

Connect with friends and celebrate the spooky season by watching Death Becomes Her (1992) and eating themed treats. For ages 13 - 18.

Saturday, October 10 | 2 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Youth Activity Room

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Fix-It Familia Storytime

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and enjoy a special storytime featuring Lucky Diaz’s Fix-It Familia, followed by a craft inspired by the book. For ages 5 - 11.

Friday, October 9 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Pico Branch, The Annex

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Office of Sustainability staff answer questions about the city’s Renter’s Energy and Cooling/Heating Program, which offers free appliances for income-qualified Santa Monica renters.

Thursdays, October 8, 22, & 29 | 1 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Lobby