Civic Center Library | 330 N Coast Hwy

Mission Branch Library | 3861-B Mission Ave

John Landes Community Center Library | 2855 Cedar Rd

READS Learning Center | 804 Pier View Way #101

Upcoming Events

Featured Events

A Man Alone

A Man Alone: A Movie Series

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Movie, Special Event, Other

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

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Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Civic Center Library Community Room

Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Program Type: Movie, Special Event, Other

Event Details:

Three morally conflicted characters struggle to recover their humanity in perilous circumstances.

Join Cinema Studies Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray for a screening and discussion of each film.

sunset picture of pond environment above and below the water level

Family Book Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Civic Center Early Learning Hub at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Children (ages 6-11)

Register Now

Open

Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Civic Center Early Learning Hub

Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Event Details:

Kids and caregivers are invited to read and discuss the book, do a hands-on activity and make new friends!

Read and discuss the chapter book Change is in the Air: Carbon, Climate, Earth, and Us by Debbie Levy.

This month's book club is a part of the Sustainable Oceanside Libraries project.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

A light green flyer with orange text that promotes Afternoon Eats at the Library at the Civic Center Library every Tuesdays at 4pm.

Afternoon Eats at the Library

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Food Distribution, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

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Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner

Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Food Distribution, Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Cool Beans Adventure to Brasil

Healthy Kids Cool Beans Club

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Homeschool Friendly, Life Skills, STEAM/ STEM

Age Group:

Children (ages 6-11)

Register Now

Open

Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Civic Center Library Community Room

Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Homeschool Friendly, Life Skills, STEAM/ STEM

Required

Event Details:

In our evidence-based, multicultural & eco-focused Cool Beans from Around the World nutrition club, elementary students learn about healthy eating in the context of diverse culture, geography and history.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Book Cover of The Medalist, vol 1

Animanga Club

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Teen Zone - Civic Center at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Teens (ages 13-17)

Register Now

Open

Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Teen Zone - Civic Center

Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Event Details:

Do you love manga and/or anime? Join us at Animanga Club! We will be discussing The Medalist, Vol. 1, by TSURUMAIKADA.

Sign up for a free copy of the book!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

sunset picture of pond environment above and below the water level

Family Book Club

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Children (ages 6-11)

Register Now

Open

Library Branch: Mission Branch Library

Room: Mission Branch Community Room

Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Event Details:

Kids and caregivers are invited to read and discuss the book, do a hands-on activity and make new friends!

Read and discuss the chapter book Change is in the Air: Carbon, Climate, Earth, and Us by Debbie Levy.

This month's book club is a part of the Sustainable Oceanside Libraries project.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

A light green flyer with orange text that promotes Afternoon Eats at the Library at the Civic Center Library every Tuesdays at 4pm.

Afternoon Eats at the Library

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Food Distribution, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

View Details

Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner

Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Food Distribution, Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

A picture of hands holding the Earth with trees on top, stars surrounding the Earth, and one yellow flower on each side of the hand.

Earth Club

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Homeschool Friendly, Workshop

Age Group:

Children (ages 6-11)

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Library Branch: Mission Branch Library

Room: Mission Branch Community Room

Age Group: Children (ages 6-11)

Program Type: Homeschool Friendly, Workshop

Event Details:

Join us for Earth Club, a homeshcool friendly, fun and engaging program where kids, ages 6-11 and their caregiver, can explore nature through interactive, nature-centered experiences.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Cafecito: English Practice

5:15pm - 6:00pm

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Civic Center Library

Library Branch: Civic Center Library

Room: Foundation Room

Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)

Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para tomarte un cafecito y encontrar nuevos amigos!

Cafecito: English Practice

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Adults (ages 18+)

Off-site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off-site

Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)

Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for coffee, conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para tomarte un cafecito y encontrar nuevos amigos!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Independence Day Holiday

All Day

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Labor Day Holiday

All Day 8/31 - 9/1

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Veterans Day Holiday

All Day

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day 11/27 - 11/28

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Christmas Eve Holiday

3:00pm - 10:00pm

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Christmas Holiday

All Day

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

New Year's Eve Holiday

3:00pm - 10:00pm

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

New Year's Day Holiday

All Day

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations