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BACK-TO-SCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA!
Saturday, August 9, 10-2
Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, SLO
Bring the whole family for a day of learning, curiosity, and fun with Mad Science, Taiko Drumming, Touch-a-Truck, and more at Cuesta's beautiful San Luis Obispo campus!
 
See the schedule.
 
ALSO...Last chance for Summer Reading: The Summer Reading Challenge ends August 9! 
 
 
Featured 
Hours change August 1 at most locations.
Check Hours & Locations at SLOLibrary.org when planning your visit.
 
Coding and Circuits for Kids
Friday, August 1st
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Los Osos Library
Hands on coding and circuitry fun for kids! Come tinker with Snap Circuits, Cubetto robots, a Robot Mouse and more. Options for ages 3+.
Fun Family Friendly Friday
Friday, August 8th
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Nipomo Library
The second Friday of the month is movie day at the library!  Come and enjoy a family friendly matinee on the big screen in the program room.   
 
 
Sidetrack Book Club
Saturday, August 16th
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
SLO Library
This program will be held in the Teen Area of the San Luis Obispo Library. Light refreshments will be served. Bring a friend! Ages 10-17
 
 
Sit & Stitch: Crochet, Knit, Embroidery Meet Up
Tuesday, August 19th
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Atascadero Library
Join our weekly knitting, crochet and embroidery club to exchange tips and ideas with other crafty types. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own project and supplies.
 
With Your Library Card
Free & Discounted
Museum Passes
Visit museums and other cultural attractions in SLO County and the Bay Area with our Discover & Go program. Sign in with your library card, search dates and venues, and download your passes.
 
SLO MakerSpace Library Hours
Spark your curiosity this summer with an orientation to welding, ceramics, sewing, and more! Or borrow tools for your next project. Free with your library card during special library hours. No experience necessary. Learn more at MakerSpace.org.
 
Adults
TLC: Grupos de Conversación en inglés
Weekly English Conversation Group
Fridays, August 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Oceano Library
The Literacy Connection is excited to announce our English Conversation Club. All levels are welcome!
The Literacy Connection se complace en anunciar nuestro Club de Conversación en Inglés. ¡Todos los niveles son bienvenidos!
 
Jigsaw Puzzle Day
Thursday, August 21st
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Morro Bay Library
Spend a relaxing afternoon putting together puzzles!
 
Cayucos Library Chair Yoga
Tuesdays, August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cayucos Library
A gentle 'mindful mobility' practice with instructor Helen Trevelyan. Water bottle and clothing layers recommended. Attendees of all skill levels are welcome.
 
Kids & Families
Free Lunches and Activities
for Kids & Teens 
Kids (age 0-18) can enjoy a free lunch, PLUS a fun activity! At various libraries.
 
Theater Camp
Friday, August 1st
9:30 am- 12:30 pm
Atascadero Library
Please see calendar listing on July 22 for more information and to register.
Registration required.
The Great Library Book Swap
Saturday, August 2nd
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
SLO Library
The main SLO Library is holding a monthly Children's and Teen's Book Swap! Come on by and swap some books and find new treasures!
 
DIY Spiral Bound Notebooks
Friday, August 20th and 22nd
3:00 pm- 5pm and 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Los Osos Library
Join us at the library as we craft beautiful handmade notebooks from recycled materials. All supplies provided!
 
Video Game Club
Saturday, August 23
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
SLO Library
Come get your game on with the new SLO Library Video Game Club. The SLO Library Video Game Club is an inclusive space for all tweens and teens to come a hangout, make new friends, play video games and boardgames, and eat delicious snacks. 
 
Find more events at SLOLibrary.org