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This Week at the Library, fall is finally here: the perfect time to cozy up with a good book. 🍂🍵
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Coser y Cantar
Work on personal projects, share ideas, and learn alongside others. An experienced seamstress will be available to offer support. All skill levels welcome; bring your own sewing machine & materials.
Friday, Nov. 6 & 20 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Pico Branch, The Annex
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Estate Planning Basics: What You Need, What Can Go Wrong, & How to Protect Your Family
Financial Representative Fabrizzia Kaiser Soto and Attorney Dominic Rodono discuss protecting assets & passing along savings to your family.
Wed., Nov. 4 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Fairview Branch
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Lotería Night
Enjoy an evening of playing Lotería, a popular traditional Mexican board game, with community. All ages are welcomed. Light refreshments and prizes provided while supplies last.
Thursday, November 5 | 5 - 6:30 p.m. | Pico Branch, The Annex
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PLUS ME Project: Teen Edition
A writing workshop that helps teens build confidence, reflect on their experiences, and connect with others through personal storytelling. For ages 13 - 18.
Wednesdays, November 4 & 18 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Montana Branch, Community Room
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NEW TIME! Tech & Tasks
Volunteer tutors provide help with reading documents or written tasks, using mobile devices, navigating government websites, and more.
Tues | 3 - 5 p.m. | Pico Branch, The Annex
Thurs | 2 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Tutoring Center
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This Week at the Library, round out spooky season with a screening of Little Shop of Horrors. 📽️🪴👻
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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! 📚🫂
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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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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: tinyurl.com/3mzbewxk
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.
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This Week at the Library, tap into practical resources like financial education and AI for everyday tasks. 🖥️
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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: ow.ly/L2Of50ZW6NQ
Wed, Nov. 4 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Fairview Branch
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