See & Do
Your monthly library events list is here!
September 2025
 
Featured 
Outside Together: A short film screening & inclusive discussion about the joy of outdoor recreation
   
Saturday, September 6 | 1 pm
Harold J. Miossi CPAC
Cuesta College, San Luis Obispo
Free Admission | Reserve your seat 
 
Kayak, mountain bike, surf, and skate—Experience the adventure of Black People Don't Do That, a cinematic short film by Kenny X Hamlett, founder of Better Days West production company. Stay for a Q&A with the filmmaker. Viewer discretion - language. 
 
In partnership with R.A.C.E. Matters SLO and SLO County Behavioral Health.  
 
 
Get Discounts at North County Businesses with Your Library Card in September
Celebrate National Library Card Month! Flash your library card at these Atascadero and Cambria businesses in September to get a discount or freebie. Thanks for supporting our libraries and our community!
Atascadero
Kula Vineyards & Winery
Marin’s Vineyard
Tent City Brewing 
Wild Fields Brewhouse 
Bramble Pie Company
JonnyBoy's Deli
Juice Boss 
Malibu Brew Coffee  
 
 
The ARTery 
Golden State Goods  
Gordon’s Good Games 
Green Omen Apothecary 
Traffic Record Store  
Cambria
Cutruzzola Vineyard 
Lucia Apothecary 
Plantae & Fungi  
Adults
The Story of the Cuesta Inlet
Tuesday, September 9 | 4:00
Atascadero Library
Learn how a small group of concerned citizens in Los Osos is trying to safeguard this cherished coastal inlet for public access.
Shell Beach Poetry Group
Wednesday, September 10 | 3:00
Monthly open poetry reading and discussion of published and original poetry. All adults and teens are welcome.
Manhattan Short Film Festival
September 27-Oct 3
Multiple locations
 
MANHATTAN SHORT 2025...You Be the Judge!
Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 28th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. You'll join film lovers in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist in this year's event.
 
 
Kids & Families
Morro Coast Audubon Society: Sweet Springs Family Fun Day
Saturday, September 20 | 10 - Noon
Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
660 Ramona Ave, Los Osos
Meet us at Sweet Springs Nature Preserve! The Morro Coast Audubon Society will help us spot birds, local plants and beautiful views. Stop by the Los Osos Library afterwards for your next great read! 
Please note: pets are not allowed and there are no restrooms on site.
 
Aztec Marketplace
Thursday, September 18 | 9–4 pm
Cambria Library
All-day crafts, activities, and movies to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! 
 
Storytime at Rancho Grande Park
Tuesdays | 10:30 am
Rancho Grande Park, Arroyo Grande
Learning is fun at our lively Storytime! Join Ms. Sallie for books, songs, and a lot of wiggling. All children are welcome. Please bring a small blanket or towel.
 
 
 
 
 
Tell Us: Summer Reading 2025
How'd we do? Whether you participated in the Reading Challenge or not, you're invited to take a two-minute survey.
 
Bonus points for sharing a story about your summer reading adventure or making a suggestion for next year!
 
 
Find more events at SLOLibrary.org
 
Borrow a Parks Pass
Download free museum passes
Visit MakerSpace SLO for Library Hours
 
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