NEW TIME! Tech & Tasks    Volunteer tutors provide help with reading documents or written tasks, using mobile devices, navigating government websites, and more. Tues | 3 - 5 p.m. | Pico Branch, The Annex Thurs | 2 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Tutoring Center

This Week at the Library, round out spooky season with a screening of Little Shop of Horrors. 📽️🪴👻 Plan your library visits: ow.ly/4y4a50ZRe6G

Online Safety & Scam Prevention The internet has made it easy to shop, pay bills, and connect with family. Learn how to stay safe online and prevent fraud through awareness, confidence, and simple habits. Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 11 a.m. - 1pm | Main Library, Computer Classroom

Celebrate Halloween with a screening of the 1960 horror comedy classic "Little Shop of Horrors" and discussion with author Beverly Gray. Supported by @FriendsOfSMPL 🪴 Wednesday, October 28 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Ocean Park Branch

Acclaimed novelist Walter Mosley discusses his newest mystery, Hanging & Burning, and the art of crime fiction with debut novelist @andrehardysr (Tear the City Down). A book sale and signing follow. Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd.

This Week at the Library, celebrate National Friends of the Library Week by visiting @FriendsOfSMPL and checking out the events they support here at SMPL! 📚🫂 Plan your library visits: ow.ly/4y4a50ZRe6G

SMPL 🤝 @FriendsOfSMPL National Friends of the Library Week starts tomorrow! SMPL thanks the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library for their vital support and dedication. 📖💓

Not-So-Haunted House 🎃👻 Celebrate Halloween with a not-so-spooky afternoon of crafts, storytime, games, and seasonal fun for the whole family. Costumes welcome! For families. Saturday, October 24 | 2 - 3 p.m. | Main Library, Youth Activity Room

The library will be closed Thursday, October 15, 2026, for annual staff training.

Join local historian Nino Fresco for a discussion of her new book, First Around the World: The History of the Santa Monica Municipal Airport on the enduring impact of aviation in Santa Monica. A book sale and signing follow. Thursday, October 22 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Fairview Branch

Mahjong at Main Connect with your community with an evening of friendly, Taiwanese-style Mahjong play hosted by Mahjong Sessions. All skill levels welcome. Registration required: tinyurl.com/3mzbewxk Wednesday, October 21 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Main Library, Multipurpose Room

Hearing and preserving our family stories over generations is an important part of understanding who we are. Check out a Family Oral History Read, Engage, Discover (RED) Kit to preserve your family's voices for future generations. Learn more: ow.ly/q0LX50ZWvsl

This Week at the Library, tap into practical resources like financial education and AI for everyday tasks. 🖥️ Plan your library visits: ow.ly/4y4a50ZRe6G

As part of our Family Financial Education series, Financial Representative Fabrizzia Kaiser Soto presents Estate Planning Basics; attorney Dominic Rodono presents Estate Planning Made Simple. Learn more: ow.ly/L2Of50ZW6NQ Wed, Nov. 4 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Fairview Branch

As part of our adult literacy program, new tutoring pair Randi and Agnes both got their first library cards and checked out their first library books! Learn more here: ow.ly/RarJ50ZUFse

This Hispanic Heritage Month, check out the Mexican Presence in Santa Monica collection, which seeks to document the rich cultural history, genealogy, and influence of Mexican American families in Santa Monica. Learn more: ow.ly/8jhc50ZUC9S

Computer Practice: Open Lab Build computer skills at your own pace through guided online lessons. Support is available if needed. Thursdays, October 8 & 22 | 2 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Computer Classroom

Join us for Janis Ian: Breaking Silence, a documentary about lesbian pop artist Janis Ian from Santa Monica filmmaker Varda Bar-Kar. Q&A with the director to follow. Runtime: 114 min. Saturday, October 10 | 7 - 9:30 p.m. | Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd.

This Week at the Library, connect with a neighbor over your favorite films, games, and books. 📽️🎲📚 Plan your library visits: ow.ly/4y4a50ZRe6G

Scream and Stream: Teen Movie Connect with friends and celebrate the spooky season by watching Death Becomes Her (1992) and eating themed treats. For ages 13 - 18. Saturday, October 10 | 2 - 4 p.m. | Main Library, Youth Activity Room