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FOR WHAT'S IT'S WORTH
MARCH 2026 |
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GIRL POWER! International Women's Day Booklist |
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What the River Knows
by Isabel Ibañez
The #1 New York Times bestseller, now in special edition paperback! The Mummy meets Death on the Nile in this lush, immersive historical fantasy set in Egypt filled with adventure, a rivals-to-lovers romance, and a dangerous race...where everything is on the line! Bolivian-Argentinian Inez Olivera belongs to the glittering upper society of nineteenth century Buenos Aires, and like the rest of the world, the town is steeped in old world magic that's been largely left behind or forgotten. Inez has everything a girl might want, except for the one thing she yearns the most: her globetrotting parents--who frequently leave her behind. When she receives word of their tragic deaths, Inez inherits their massive fortune and a mysterious guardian, an archeologist in partnership with his Egyptian brother-in-law. Yearning for answers, Inez sails to Cairo, bringing her sketch pads and an ancient golden ring her father sent to her for safekeeping before he died.
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Spice Road
by Maiya Ibrahim
When she learns that her brother is spreading the nation's secret spice magic to outsiders, sixteen-year-old Shield warrior Imani sets out on a dangerous mission to find him, discovering secrets that lie beyond the Forbidden Wastes--and in her own heart.
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Not Here to Be Liked
by Michelle Quach
After losing the editor-in-chief job of the student newspaper to inexperienced newcomer Len, Eliza inadvertently starts a feminist movement in her school, but amid growing tensions within the school, she begins developing feelings for Len.
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The Blood Years
by Elana K. Arnold
Based on the true experiences of her grandmother's childhood in Holocaust-era Romania, ... author Elana K. Arnold weaves [a] tale of love and loss in the darkest days of the twentieth century--and one young woman's will to survive them--Publisher description.
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Moxie
by Jennifer Mathieu
Sixteen-year-old Vivian Carter is bored and sick and tired of her school's football team getting everything it wants, sexist dress codes, bullying, and, especially, following the rules. Her mother's daring, feminist past inspires her to buck the system. What starts as small acts of defiance picks up steam and turns into Moxie, a girls' movement that won't be stopped until things change!
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As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow
by Zoulfa Katouh
Eighteen-year-old Salama Kassab, a pharmacy student volunteering at the hospital in Homs, is desperate to find passage on a refugee boat for herself and her pregnant best friend, but first she must learn to see the events around her for what they are: not a war, but a revolution.
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Black Girl You Are Atlas
by Renée Watson
Poet Renâee Watson looks back at her childhood and urges readers to look forward at their futures with love, understanding, and celebration in this fully illustrated poetry collection--
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Firekeeper's daughter
by Angeline Boulley
Treated like an outsider in both her hometown and on the Ojibwe reservation, a half-Native American science geek and star hockey player places her dreams on hold in the wake of a family tragedy.
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With the fire on high
by Elizabeth Acevedo
Navigating the challenges of finishing high school while caring for a daughter, talented cook Emoni Santiago struggles with a lack of time and money that complicate her dream of working in a professional kitchen. By the National Book Award-winning author of The Poet X.
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Ace of spades
by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
A contemporary thriller by a debut author follows two Niveus Private Academy students who, selected to be part of the elite school’s senior class prefects, are pitted against an anonymous bully who reveals all of their secrets.
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Last night at the Telegraph Club
by Malinda Lo
When Lily realizes she has feelings for a girl in her math class, it threatens Lily's oldest friendships and even her father's citizenship status and eventually, Lily must decide if owning her truth is worth everything she has ever known
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Film Fridays
Friday, March 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2:00pm–4:30pm
Cambria Library
Join us on Fridays for topical documentaries, telenovelas, or television series. Acompañanos los Viernes para ver documentales, telenovelas o series de televisión.
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Teen CD Art
Friday, March 6, 2:30pm–3:30pm
Atascadero Library - Polin Community Room
Paint upcycled CDs to create art! Ages 10-17
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Lego Club: Free Play
Saturday, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 1:00pm–3:00pm
San Miguel Library
Join us every Saturday to stretch your kid's imagination and go screen free!
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Build Games & Gadgets with Adafruit Express!
Saturday, March 7, 3:30pm–4:30pm
SLO Library - Teen Area
Ignite your creativity and dive into the exciting world of coding with our hands-on workshop designed just for teens and tweens! Using the coolest device around—the Adafruit Express—you'll embark on an adventure to build your own games, compose groovy music, and craft mesmerizing visuals. No experience? No problem! We’ll guide you step-by-step, providing easy-to-follow examples or inspiring you to create something totally unique. Whether you're a future tech whiz or just curious, this is your chance to turn ideas into awesome projects—so come join the fun and make something amazing today.
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Shell Beach Library Poetry Group
Wednesday, March 11, 3:00pm–4:30pm
Shell Beach Library
Monthly open poetry reading and discussion of published and original poetry. All adults and teens are welcome.
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SLO Library - Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Friday, March 13, 4:00pm–4:45pm
SLO Library - Teen Area
Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Join San Luis Obispo Library's Teen Advisory Board! Participation can be listed on job, scholarship and college applications. Help plan virtual and in person teen events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies and more. All meetings will be held in the Teen Area of the San Luis Obispo Library. Light refreshments will be provided. Ages 12-18. All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health guidelines.
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Nipomo Teen Book Club
Saturday, March 14, 3:00pm–4:30pm
Nipomo Library - Lawn
The Nipomo Library Teen Book Club is for teens ages 12-15. Come talk about books, build community, and participate in activities. There are no booklists yet. Everyone is welcome!
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Nipomo Chess Club
Friday, March 20, 2:00pm–4:30pm
Nipomo Library - Community Room
Learn to play chess, improve your chess strategy, and or just play chess and meet other players. School age to seniors are welcome. Game boards and instruction will be provided. The third Friday of the month from 2:00-4:30.
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Atascadero Library - Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Friday, March 20, 2:30pm–3:15pm
Atascadero Library - Polin Community Room
Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Join Atascadero Library Teen Advisory Board! Participation can be listed on job, scholarship and college applications. Help plan virtual and in person teen events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies and more.
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Sidetrack Book Club
Friday, March 20, 4:00pm–4:45pm
Event Location
The Sidetrack Book Share Club is Back and Better Than Ever! Calling all teens! Join us for a fun and interactive book sharing program designed just for you. Instead of a traditional book club, we’re hosting a Book Share Club where you can bring your favorite reads, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book lovers. When: Every third Friday of the month Where: Teen Area, San Luis Obispo Library Who: Ages 13-18 Extras: Enjoy light snacks and refreshments! Bring a friend along! Come share your favorite book of the month and hear about others’ must-reads. We look forward to seeing you there! All library programs will follow current state and county health guidelines.
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Play Nintendo Switch
Wednesday, March 25, 3:00pm–5:00pm
Morro Bay Library - Program Room
Master your gaming skills and make new friends with our Nintendo Switch! We will provide one Switch for up to 4 players at a time - feel free to bring your own too. Games include Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and Just Dance.
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Play Nintendo Switch
Friday, March 27, 2:30pm–4:30pm
Los Osos Library - Children's Area
Master your gaming skills and make new friends with our Nintendo Switch! We will provide one Switch for up to 4 players at a time - feel free to bring your own too. Games include Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and Just Dance.
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Santa Margarita Library - Tweens/Teens Advisory Board
Saturday, March 28, 11:00am–12:00pm
Santa Margarita Bookstore
Hey Tweens & Teens! This Advisory Board is just for you! Help plan future tween & teen programs, recommend books, movies and much more! Build interpersonal and leadership skills and meet other tweens & teens in your community. What a great way to become involved with your library. There will be snacks! Ages 10 to 16.
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Los Osos Library - Teen Advisory Board
Saturday, March 28, 3:00pm–4:00pm
Los Osos Library
Calling all teens! Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Help Librarian Emily run the Teen Advisory Board! Participation can be listed on job, scholarship and college applications. Help plan teen events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies and more. Tell me what rad stuff you want to see happen! There will be snacks. For ages 13-18. Can't make it on Saturday afternoons? Call (805) 528-1862 or email eparrish@slolibrary.org to set up another time to volunteer!
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County of SLO Public Libraries
995 PALM ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, California 93403
805-781-5991 |
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