See & Do
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October is National Book Month!
Come by the library to find your next favorite read. This month, we want to highlight the importance of books and reading and encourage our patrons to engage with new literature. You can support our libraries by borrowing an extra book or two this month!
 
 
 
Featured 
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Through October 3
Various locations
Become a film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 28th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival!
 
 

Mini-Pumpkin Decorating

Friday, October 3
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
San Luis Obispo Library
Get into the spooky season feeling with us! Come decorate your very own mini pumpkin with acrylic pens.
 
 
SLO Library Comix Fair
Saturday, October 11
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
San Luis Obispo Library
This is a free, family-friendly event celebrating comic books! 
  • Meet with local comic book artists, illustrators, graphic novelists and our local comic book shop owners.
  • Participate in the kids' or adults' costume contest.
  • Listen to a short presentation by a comic book artist.
  • Play Magic the Gathering during the second half of the Comix Fair (Bring your cards!).
 
Costume Exchange
At a library near you!
Come pick out your new costume at the Library! Donation not required to participate.
 
 
 
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
Looking for Work?
Thursday, October 16
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Atascadero Library
 
Look for work? Want to build your skills as an employee? Learn about the free services available through SLO CAL Careers and Eckerd Connects.
 
A Spooktacular Visit with Author Nicholas Belardes 
Saturday, October 25
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Atascadero Library
 
In partnership with the Friends of the Atascadero Library, we are happy to invite you to an author talk with Nicholas Belardes. 
Clue - Who Done it?
Friday, October 31
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Morro Bay Library
 
Mr. Body of Tudor Mansion requests the honor of your company for a fun filled theme day at the library. A detective must be observant, cautious and cool.
 
Kids & Families
Button Making
Wednesday, October 1
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Morro Bay Library
 
Friday, October 3
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Los Osos Library
Create your very own fantastic pieces of flair using our button maker!
 
Pokemon Card Trading
Saturday, October 4
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Los Osos Library
 
Saturday, October 18
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Nipomo Library
Do YOU wanna be the very best like no one ever was? Then bring your Pokémon cards to meet, compete, and trade with other collectors!
 
Crafty Wednesday
Wednesday, October 8
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Oceano Library
 
Join us for Halloween themed arts and crafts!
 
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party
Wednesday, October 15
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Morro Bay Library
 
Join us to celebrate the release of the 20th Diary of a Wimpy Kid book, Partypooper! There will be crafts, games, prizes, and more!
 
Dia de los Muertos Art Party
Wednesday, October 29
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Morro Bay Library
 
Friday, October 31
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Los Osos Library
 
Come use your imagination to make unique foam sugar skulls, masks, and more!
Find more events at SLOLibrary.org