TEEN TECH TUESDAYS, 4pm - 6pm

Sep 28, 2023

There is still time to sign up for a free 12 mo. subscription to Skillshare Online Learning Community

Sep 26, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6TH 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Sep 18, 2023

Mark Your Calendars!

Public Release of Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element

Sep 18, 2023

Make Cloud Dough - Monday, September 18th 3:30pm

Sep 14, 2023 - Kids

September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

Sep 01, 2023

A library card can spark your creativity and find your element in books, ebooks, programs and more!

Learning resources for everyone in the family, including exam & test prep materials. Now with a NEW keyboarding course & guided pathways for SAT/ACT!

Aug 31, 2023 - Teens

You can access this online program FREE with your library card!

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE

Aug 30, 2023

Announcing the first Pacific Grove Public Library High School Essay Contest!

Aug 25, 2023 - Teens

Open to all current high school students residing within PGUSD.

The library will be closed Monday, September 4, 2023. There will be no Toddler Tales. The Book Drop is open 24/7 (on the corner of Grand & Central)..

Aug 24, 2023

A Free Poetry Reading in the Library: Saturday 9/9/23 at 5:30pm

Aug 23, 2023

Howard Burnham presents Andrew Carnegie - Friday, 9/8/23 at 5:30pm

Aug 23, 2023

Teen Manga Meetup - Tues. Sept. 5th @ 3:30

Aug 23, 2023 - Teens

Painted Wooden Medallions - 8/28/23 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Aug 21, 2023 - Kids

Open Play - Every First, Third, and Fourth Wednesday 10:30am-12:30pm

Aug 16, 2023 - Kids

Teen Poetry Night - Friday, 8/18 from 5:30-6:30pm

Aug 10, 2023

Teen Meetup - Tues. 8/22 @ 3:30 (Sign up by Thurs. 8/17)

Aug 09, 2023 - Teens

Family Bilingual Storytime is Back!

Aug 09, 2023 - Kids

Saturday August 12th!

Drop In Crafteroon! - Wednesdays & Thursdays 2pm - 4pm

Jul 28, 2023 - Kids

Join Us - Tuesday, August 1st 5pm at Caledonia Park

Jul 25, 2023

JOIN US! 8/4/23 @ 5:30pm (click for details)

Jul 20, 2023

Wednesday, July 26th at 2:00pm - 2:45pm in Jewell Park

Jul 20, 2023 - Kids

Storytime with a Lifeguard - 7/24/23 @ 3:30pm in the Library

Jul 20, 2023 - Kids

Please consider donating to this summer's Essential Needs Drive in the library.

Jul 17, 2023

Wondering what to read next? NoveList has been helping readers find their next favorite book for more than 25 years.

Jul 17, 2023

Have you tried AtoZdatabases? This search tool is available through public libraries, universities & government institutions.

Jul 17, 2023

Cascada de Flores will be at Jewell Park 7/19/23 @ 2pm

Jul 13, 2023 - Kids

THURSDAY, 8/24/23 FROM 3PM TO 5PM - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Jul 06, 2023

In the Little House at Jewell Park and other locations.

HAPPY BIRDS WILL BE AT JEWELL PARK WEDNESDAY, JULY 12th 2:00-2:45pm

Jul 06, 2023 - Kids

OPENING RECEPTION -THIS FRIDAY, JULY 7TH 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Jul 06, 2023

Free Weaving Workshop 8/24/23 at 3pm - Registration Required

Jul 06, 2023

In the Little House at Jewell Park 8/24/23 3pm-5pm, and at other locations.

SUMMER TEEN ICE CREAM MEET UP - 7/6/23 at 12:00pm

Jun 29, 2023 - Teens

KIDS CHOICE MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY - Wednesday, July 5 at 2pm

Jun 29, 2023 - Kids

WE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, JULY 4TH

Jun 27, 2023

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE - July 1st @St. Mary's Church 10am-4pm

Jun 26, 2023

TEEN MEETUP: COOKIES & OPEN MIC - TUESDAY, 6/27/23 @ 3:00PM

Jun 20, 2023 - Teens

Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 2pm at Jewell Park

Jun 19, 2023 - Teens

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21ST AT 2:00pm - 2:45pm IN THE LIBRARY

Jun 19, 2023 - Kids

Looking for a new job or just want to build your skills? You are invited to explore several free online resources, and to provide feedback.

Jun 08, 2023

Check out a CA State Library Parks Pass this summer.

May 31, 2023

THURSDAY, JUNE 8TH 1:00-1:30

May 31, 2023 - Kids

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7TH 2:00-2:45 AT JEWELL PARK

May 31, 2023 - Kids

Open Play in the Summer

May 30, 2023 - Kids

CLOSED MONDAY 5/29/23 FOR MEMORIAL DAY

May 22, 2023

Announcing SRP 2023!

May 16, 2023 - Kids

June 6, 2023 - July 26, 2023

INTRODUCING TEEN SRP 2023!

May 12, 2023 - Teens

Make and Take Beach Bears - May 22nd

May 11, 2023 - Kids

Family Bilingual Storytime - Saturday, May 13th @ 11am

May 07, 2023 - Kids

Check Out Our New May Displays

May 05, 2023

Teen Origami Meet Up - this Tuesday, May 9th at 3:30

May 05, 2023 - Teens

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE

May 05, 2023

Join California Laureate Lee Herrick THIS FRIDAY, 5/5/23 at 5:30pm

May 04, 2023

BUILD IT! THIS FRIDAY 3:30-4:30PM

Apr 26, 2023 - Kids

National Library Week is April 23-29, 2023.

Apr 24, 2023

a time to celebrate our nation's libraries, library workers' contributions and promote library use and support

Prayers for Everyday Ancestors: THIS FRIDAY, 4/28 @ 5:30pm

Apr 23, 2023

On May 1, 2023, the OverDrive app will be discontinued.

Apr 21, 2023

MANGA MEET UP FOR TEENS - TUESDAY, APRIL 18TH AT 3:30

Apr 11, 2023 - Teens

Jo Mora Day Celebration 2023 - Saturday, April 15, 10am-4pm

Apr 04, 2023

eResource Spotlight! Skillshare

Mar 27, 2023

Ready to fuel your creative spark?

PGPL Friends & Foundation Meet the Author series presents: Ava Homa, author of "Daughters of Smoke and Fire" - 4/20/23 @ 7pm

Mar 23, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION - FRIDAY, APRIL 14TH @ 5:30PM

Mar 23, 2023

Padre Trails Camera Club presents: The Spirit of Pacific Grove

MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP PRESENTED BY BARBARA MOSSBERG 4/8/23 10am - Limited Capacity, All Spaces Have Been Filled

Mar 22, 2023

***UPDATE: All spaces have been filled.***

ALKA JOSHI: THE PERFUMIST OF PARIS BOOK LAUNCH, 4/7/23 @7PM - SOLD OUT

Mar 22, 2023

Update: This event has sold out. Thank you for your support.

DR. BARBARA MOSSBERG PRESENTS: P)RAISING THE DEAD, A Live-Action Radio Drama - THURSDAY, APRIL 6TH 6:30PM-8:00PM

Mar 20, 2023

TEEN POETRY FESTIVAL WITH PATRICE VECCHIONE - SATURDAY, APRIL 1ST 1PM-4PM

Mar 20, 2023 - Teens

DINE OUT WITH FRIENDS AT MAX'S GRILL- 3/29/23

Mar 20, 2023

MAKE AND TAKE SILLY PUTTY - MONDAY, MARCH 27TH

Mar 19, 2023 - Kids

BUILD IT! THIS FRIDAY 3:30-4:30PM

Mar 18, 2023 - Kids

A BOOK TALK WITH BEN JEALOUS, MEL MASON, & SAM FARR IS NOW AVAILABLE TO WATCH ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Mar 17, 2023

WATCH IT ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Mar 13, 2023

FRIDAY MARCH 17TH @ 5:30PM

Mar 11, 2023

Dr. Barbara Mossberg presents Middlemarch: Women Supporting Women with Poetry

TODAY @ 6:30PM at City Hall Council Chambers 300 Forest Ave. PG (Note the Venue Change)

Mar 10, 2023

The venue has been moved to City Hall Council Chambers, as PGPL is CLOSED due to power outage.

1ST SATURDAY BOOK SALE 3/4/23 from 10am to 4pm

Feb 27, 2023

At St. Mary's Church, 13th & Central

TEEN BOOKMARK MAKING CRAFT - TUESDAY, MARCH 7TH @3:30PM

Feb 27, 2023 - Teens

Check out this new addition to our library of things!

Feb 25, 2023

You can now check out Cooking Tools!

MAKE A BOOKMARK - TODAY, FEBRUARY 27TH 3:30PM-4:30PM

Feb 25, 2023 - Kids

STATE OF THE CITY - RESCHEDULED

Feb 24, 2023

BUILD IT! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH 3:30-4:30PM

Feb 23, 2023 - Kids

CA State Library Parks Passes Are Here!

Feb 22, 2023

DINE OUT WITH FRIENDS AT LA MIA CUCINA - 2/22/23

Feb 20, 2023

MEETUP FOR TEENS - TUESDAY, FEB. 14TH AT 3:30

Feb 13, 2023

e-Resource Spotlight! Brainfuse VetNow

Feb 08, 2023

WE ARE HIRING FOR THE POSITION OF LIBRARY CLERK! APPLY ONLINE BY 2/26/23

Feb 06, 2023

ICE CREAM MAKING MEETUP FOR TEENS - TUESDAY 2/7/23 at 3:30pm

Feb 06, 2023

MUSIC WITH MARY LEE - WED. 2/8/23 AT 11AM IN THE LIBRARY

Feb 06, 2023 - Kids

FRIDAY! LOVE POETRY OF HAFIZ - FEB. 10TH 5:30 PM TO 7:00PM

Feb 06, 2023

Poetry Workshop with Patrice Vecchione - Saturday, Feb. 4th 1pm-3pm

Feb 02, 2023

The Love Poem at the Tip of Your Tongue (even if you don’t think so)

JOIN US! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Feb 02, 2023

"Community Safety and Criminal Justice Reform" free talk live streamed at noon on February 8th

Jan 30, 2023

BUILD IT! THIS FRIDAY 3:30-4:30PM

Jan 23, 2023 - Kids

PGPL WILL CLOSE TODAY AT 11AM AND REOPEN AT 1PM (storytime is cancelled). Thank you for your understanding.

Jan 23, 2023 - Kids

MAKE AND TAKE CONE CRITTERS! 1/23/23 3:30pm-4:30pm

Jan 03, 2023 - Kids

TEEN TECH TUESDAYS ARE BACK!

Jan 02, 2023

A great way for teens to gain community service hours!

HAPPENING FRIDAY! JANUARY 6TH 5:30-7:00PM

Jan 02, 2023

TEEN MEETUP - TUESDAY, 1/17/23 @ 3:30PM

Jan 02, 2023 - Kids

Draw. Discuss. Eat. Meet.

2022's Most Checked Out Teen Fiction

Dec 28, 2022 - Kids

ANNOUNCING PGPL'S WINTER READING PROGRAM 2022

Dec 13, 2022 - Kids

CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS

Dec 12, 2022

December 23^rd to 26^th and January 2^nd

Shuffle Along - FRIDAY, December 16th at 5:30pm at Chautauqua Hall

Dec 12, 2022

Please join us!

WE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, JANUARY 2ND

Dec 12, 2022

Announcing New eResources for PGPL/MPL Patrons!

Dec 12, 2022

Family Bilingual Storytime - Saturday, Dec 10th @ 11am

Dec 07, 2022 - Kids

Lego at the Library - Wednesday, December 7th at 4:30pm

Dec 06, 2022 - Kids

Announcing 5 New eResources Free for PGPL/MPL Patrons!

Dec 06, 2022

Explore Online Learning Platforms, Job Search Help, and More!

FOOD FOR FINES IS BACK!

Dec 01, 2022

ESSENTIAL NEEDS DRIVE

Nov 28, 2022

Donations can be made at the Library now through January 7th.

Saturday, December 3rd 10am to 4pm at St. Mary's Church

Nov 28, 2022

STILL WE RISE - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2ND 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Nov 28, 2022

TEEN TUESDAY - SNOW GLOBE CRAFT 12/6 @3:30PM

Nov 28, 2022 - Kids

The Annual Monterey County Gives! Campaign is Here!

Nov 15, 2022

PGPL Friends and Foundation is delighted to participate in the 2022 MONTEREY GIVES! campaign

WE WILL BE CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING NOV 24-26

Nov 14, 2022

Friends Invites You To Buy A Book & Help personalize the beautiful PGPL quilt wall decor in the main entryway!

Nov 14, 2022

TEEN MANGA MEET UP - TUESDAY AT 3:30PM

Nov 14, 2022

Draw. Discuss. Eat. Meet.

iVIVA HARLEM! - FRIDAY, NOV 18th 5:30-7:00pm

Nov 14, 2022

National Notary Day 2022 - Monday, Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30pm - 1 Free Notarization for PG Residents

Nov 05, 2022

Teen Origami Meet Up - this Tuesday, Nov 7th at 3:30

Nov 05, 2022

WE WILL BE CLOSED FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11th

Nov 04, 2022

NOTARY SERVICES FOR PENINSULA RESIDENTS MONDAY, NOV 7TH BETWEEN 3:30 & 5:30

Nov 01, 2022

THIS FRIDAY, NOV 4th @5:30! Daniel Summerhill: "A Borrowed Tool - How Renaissance Jazz helps us understand the small decisions in a poem; in life"

Oct 31, 2022

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE - NOV 5TH @St. Mary's Church 10am-4pm

Oct 31, 2022

2022 VOTER GUIDE

Oct 31, 2022

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO VOTE IN CALIFORNIA’S NOV. 8 GENERAL ELECTION

HALLOWEEN 2022, VIRTUAL STORYTIME

Oct 21, 2022 - Kids

TEEN PUMPKIN PAINTING: TUESDAY, OCT 25 @3:30PM

Oct 20, 2022

Every Californian can now access free online tutoring available 24/7

Oct 18, 2022

Pilot led by State Library provides live, 24/7 online tutoring and homework help through Brainfuse HelpNow.

THIS FRIDAY, OCT 21 @5:30PM! Elliot Ruchowitz-Roberts: "Living Like White Folks - Langston Hughes and his time in Carmel"

Oct 17, 2022

HAUNTED LIBRARY - THURSDAY, OCT 27th 3:30-5:30pm

Oct 10, 2022 - Kids

The Haunted Library is Back!

CLOSED MONDAY, OCT 17 & SATURDAY, OCT 22 (NOTE CHANGE FROM 15TH)

Oct 10, 2022

CLOSED MONDAY, OCT 17 & SATURDAY, OCT 22 (NOTE CHANGE FROM 15TH)

TOMORROW @ 5:30pm: OPENING RECEPTION - Renaissance: Remember, Revise, Revitalize

Oct 06, 2022

TEEN TUESDAY! Craft a Keychain Tues. Oct. 4th @ 3:30pm

Oct 03, 2022

MONARCHS BOOK TO BE LAUNCHED OCTOBER 1, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. in Chautauqua Hall

Sep 29, 2022

1ST SATURDAY BOOK SALE - OCTOBER 1st 10am-4pm, featuring DVDs for $1

Sep 26, 2022

DINE OUT WITH FRIENDS @ Peppers Wednesday, 9/28

Sep 26, 2022

Take a break from the kitchen; dine in or take out & support the Library.

FALL LOCAL HISTORY SPOTLIGHT SERIES FINALE - Heather Lazare presents My Life in Pacific Grove: A Memoir

Sep 14, 2022

Friday, September 23rd at 5:30pm Heather Lazare on Wilford Rensselaer Holman.

CRAFTERNOON! Drop in and join the fun of crafting!

Sep 14, 2022 - Kids

A new craft kit is available each week to enjoy in the library or take and make at home.

Join Us to Make & Take Cloud Dough on Monday, September 19th 3:30pm-4:30pm

Sep 13, 2022 - Kids

LOCAL HISTORY SPOTLIGHT SERIES - TWO WIVES OF JOHN STEINBECK SEPTEMBER 9TH AT 5:30PM

Sep 08, 2022

Friday, 9/9 @5:00pm: Local Playwright Carol Marquart presents a two-character staged reading of Two Wives of Steinbeck.

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th

Aug 29, 2022 - Kids

PGPL will be CLOSED Monday, Sept. 5th for Labor Day.

1ST SATURDAY BOOK SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD

Aug 29, 2022

SEPT. 3RD 10AM-4PM AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH

Teen Manga Meet Up - Tues. September 6th @ 3:30

Aug 15, 2022 - Kids

Draw, Discuss, Eat, Meet.

Friends' Fall Local History Spotlight Series with Peter Hiller - Friday 8/26 @5:30pm

Aug 15, 2022

Peter Hiller presents The Life and Times of Jo Mora: Iconic Artist of the American West

Paint and Decorate Seashells - August 22nd @ 3:30pm

Aug 08, 2022 - Kids

Family Bilingual Storytime is Back!

Aug 08, 2022 - Kids

Every Second Saturday at 11am

FALL LOCAL HISTORY SPOTLIGHT SERIES - STARTS AUGUST 5TH

Jul 26, 2022

This series sponsored by the Friends of Pacific Grove Library features four local authors and presenters.

Poetry in the Park with Patrice Vecchione took place last week.

Jul 25, 2022

This free workshop was hosted by the Youth Ambassadors of Pacific Grove, in partnership with PGPL.

JOIN US! WED. @ 2PM IN THE LIBRARY

Jul 25, 2022 - Kids

No registration required.

DIAL 988 TO ACCESS 24 HOUR EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AND RESOURCES

Jul 20, 2022

As of July 16, 2022, 988 is the easy-to-remember number to reach the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

WEDNESDAY AT 2PM (REGISTRATION HAS ENDED)

Jul 18, 2022 - Kids

POETRY IN THE PARK - MONDAY 3pm to 5pm

Jul 15, 2022

Poetry Workshop with Patrice Vecchione. Hosted by the Youth Ambassadors of Pacific Grove.

THE LIVE PERFORMANCE HAS BEEN CANCELLED, DUE TO COVID.

Jul 13, 2022 - Kids

CLICK FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO WATCH VIRTUALLY

STEM KITS TO GO!

Jul 08, 2022 - Kids

PGPL now has 6 carefully curated STEM Kits to Go!

ESSENTIAL NEEDS DRIVE

Jul 08, 2022

Donations needed.

OPENING RECEPTION @ 5:30PM FRIDAY, JULY 8TH

Jul 01, 2022

Friday, July 8th 5:30pm to 7:00 pm

TEEN PAINTING & PLANTING JULY 6 @ 11:00AM

Jun 30, 2022 - Kids

It's not too late to sign up!

WE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 4TH

Jun 27, 2022

There will be no Toddler Tales.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29th @ 2:00pm

Jun 27, 2022 - Kids

at Jewell Park

TUESDAY @ 2:00pm - TEEN SRP BOOK CLUB

Jun 27, 2022 - Kids

FREE COVID SELF-TEST KITS

Jun 27, 2022

Our internet is back online!

Jun 22, 2022

Public computers and phones are operational. Thank you for your patience. And thank you to the City’s IT Department!

THERE IS STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR FRIDAY'S FREE TEEN YOGA!

Jun 17, 2022 - Kids

@ Jewell Park for Teens Grades 6-12

BUILD IT!

Jun 17, 2022 - Kids

Fourth Friday in the Library

ANNOUNCING TEEN SRP!

Jun 06, 2022 - Kids

Starts Today

READ BEYOND THE BEATEN PATH - 2022 SRP

Jun 06, 2022 - Kids

Kicking off on Wednesday!

CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 30TH

May 24, 2022

We will be CLOSED Monday, May 30th for Memorial Day

GAME ON! - TUESDAY, MAY 24th @ 3:30

May 23, 2022 - Kids

Bay Area Health Officers Urge Public to Take Precautions as COVID Levels Rise

May 18, 2022

The Bay Area now has California’s highest COVID infection rates. Masking indoors is strongly recommended.

2022 Primary Election

May 16, 2022

TODAY - TEEN MANGA MEET UP @ 3:30pm

May 09, 2022 - Kids

Discuss, Draw, Eat, Meet

NOW OPEN MONDAYS!

Apr 27, 2022

TEEN BLACKOUT POETRY EVENT

Apr 05, 2022 - Kids

Tuesday, April 26th at 3:30pm

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE

Mar 29, 2022

APRIL 2, 2022 AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH 10AM-4PM

PATRICE VECCHIONE - SATURDAY AT JEWELL PARK 2-4PM

Mar 25, 2022

The Value of Writing in Difficult Times - FREE. No Registration Required. Refreshment Provided. All are Welcome.

DANIEL B. SUMMERHILL

Mar 25, 2022

Theatrical Spoken Word Poetry with Monterey County's 1st Poet Laureate, Daniel B. Summerhill.

DR. BARBARA MOSSBERG

Mar 22, 2022

JOIN US in kicking off National Poetry Month with Dr. Barbara Mossberg's 1st public reading from her new book.

SUPPLIES HAVE GONE, PLEASE INQUIRE AT MRWMD.ORG

Mar 22, 2022

ANNOUNCING WEEKLY EVENTS ALL APRIL LONG - MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Mar 18, 2022

We are excited to announce the return of April events, celebrating National Poetry Month, and new Gallery Exhibit.

SAVE THE DATE - OPENING RECEPTION! FRIDAY, 4/8 @ 5:30pm-7:30pm

Mar 14, 2022

Join us! Refreshment provided. Free admission. No registration.

SATURDAY, MARCH 12 @ 11:00AM!

Mar 12, 2022 - Kids

Saturday, March 12th and Every Second Saturday at 11am in the Library

GREAT NEWS FOR FANS OF MAGAZINES AND GRAPHIC NOVELS!

Mar 01, 2022

Now more digital magazines AND comics are available with your PGPL Library Card.

MARCH 8th at 3:30PM

Feb 28, 2022

GAMES! GAMES! GAMES!

NEW! BABY RHYME STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY

Feb 17, 2022 - Kids

BABY RHYME STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY

DINE OUT WITH FRIENDS AT LA MIA CUCINA - TODAY!

Feb 17, 2022

A delicious way to support the library.

TOWN HALL: STATE OF THE CITY WITH MAYOR PEAKE ON 2/23/2022 AT 6PM

Feb 16, 2022

In Person and Virtual

PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

Feb 16, 2022

MEET UP FOR TEENS - FEBRUARY 15TH AT 3:30

Feb 15, 2022 - Kids

This Teen Meet Up is for Teens who have an interest in Manga, Anime, and Graphic Novels

WE HAVE LISTS!

Feb 11, 2022

Ask the Reference Desk about Zip Books!

Feb 02, 2022

Zip Books are back through June

1ST SATURDAY BOOK SALES

Jan 31, 2022

FEBRUARY 5TH 10AM - 4PM AT ST. MARY'S

Food Scraps Now Go In The Green Cart!

Jan 20, 2022

Scientific Calculators Are Available To Check Out

Jan 20, 2022 - Kids

Collective Support: LJ's 2022 Librarians of the Year

Jan 18, 2022

MONTEREY COUNTY GIVES!

Jan 17, 2022

FEBRUARY TEEN MEET UP

Jan 17, 2022

NEW HOURS

Jan 04, 2022

Now open later on Wednesday & Saturday!

LEGO IN THE LIBRARY!

Jan 03, 2022 - Kids

NEW YEAR TEEN CHALLENGE

Dec 29, 2021

NEW GALE K-12 ONLINE RESOURCES

Dec 23, 2021 - Kids

Free from California's K-12 Online Content Project and the California State Library

SAVE THE DATE!

Dec 20, 2021

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Dec 20, 2021 - Kids

December 20th - January 31st,

2021 HOLIDAY HOURS

Dec 03, 2021

TEEN CHALLENGE- HOLIDAY BINGO!

Dec 03, 2021 - Kids

FOOD FOR FINES IS BACK!

Dec 03, 2021

Forgot to return that library book or DVD on time?

COMING SOON - PGPL WINTER READING PROGRAM!

Dec 03, 2021 - Kids

CALLING ALL TEENS!

Nov 19, 2021 - Kids

BOOK REVIEW WRITING WORKSHOP AT THE LIBRARY

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

Nov 19, 2021

We will be CLOSED Thursday, November 25 - Saturday, November 27

2021 MONTEREY COUNTY GIVES!

Nov 15, 2021

The Friends are delighted to participate in the 2021 MONTEREY GIVES!

DEDICATION OF THE RENEWED CHILDREN'S ROOM

Nov 15, 2021

NOVEMBER LEGO CHALLENGE

Nov 15, 2021 - Kids

BUILD YOUR FAMILY HAVING THANKSGIVING DINNER

CLOSED THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11th

Nov 08, 2021 - Kids

in observance of Veteran's Day

Toddler Tales at the Library

Nov 05, 2021 - Kids

Mondays from 11:00am-11:30am

Preschool Storytime at the Library

Nov 05, 2021 - Kids

Tuesdays from 11:00am to 11:30am

The November Scavenger Hunt is Here!

Nov 02, 2021 - Kids

Find Turkey hiding in his 8 favorite book series and write the order 1-8.

New in Teen HQ - Fall Bingo Challenge!

Oct 21, 2021 - Kids

This challenge offers ideas for new reading activities such as "read a book published the year your were born".

National Friends of the Library Week!

Oct 19, 2021

Join the Friends and your membership is active until 2023!

NOW OPEN MORE HOURS!

Oct 05, 2021

Tuesday through Saturday with Holds Pick-up on Monday.

Preschool Storytime at Caterpillar Park

Oct 05, 2021 - Kids

October Scavenger Hunt is Here!

Oct 01, 2021 - Kids

Eight Pumpkins dressed for Halloween are Hidden in the Children's Room.

October Lego Challenge!

Oct 01, 2021 - Kids

Build a Ghost Town or Zombie Village

New in Pop-up Programming!

Sep 22, 2021 - Kids

Monthly Scavenger Hunt

MPL Invites you to Celebrate Cannery Row Days 2021

Sep 22, 2021

Sweet Thursday Hooptedoodles

NOW OPEN SATURDAYS!

Sep 21, 2021

PGPL is Now Open 10am to 1pm on Saturdays!

REDEDICATION CELEBRATION IS SATURDAY!

Sep 16, 2021 - Kids

At Jewell Park and PGPL, 550 Central Ave. PG

TODAY! MUSIC IN THE PARK WITH MARY LEE

Sep 08, 2021 - Kids

Live in Person! Music with Mary Lee.

September is National Library Card Month!

Sep 08, 2021

Join Marley Dias, author, producer, and founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks, in promoting the power of a library card

FOL BOOKSTORE AT ST. MARY'S BOOK SALES

Aug 31, 2021

Did you know that Book Sales have resumed?

OPEN FOR HOLDS PICK UP 1ST SATURDAY

Aug 31, 2021

PGPL will be open for 1st Saturday Holds Pick Up hours on Saturday, September 4th from 10am to 1pm.

CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th

Aug 30, 2021

PGPL will be CLOSED for the Labor Day Holiday on Monday, the 6th of September

Help us Name the Newly Renovated Central Area - Voting is Closed

Aug 26, 2021

Vote for your favorite(s)

Coming Soon - Family Bilingual Storytime at Arnett Park!

Aug 26, 2021 - Kids

Join us at Arnett Park for Bilingual Storytime!

Preschool Storytime at Caterpillar Park

Aug 25, 2021 - Kids

You are invited to join in stories, music & movement and other fun with Miss Mary

Teen Book Interest Survey

Aug 24, 2021 - Kids

Take our Book Interest Survey
When finished, you will have 4 books on hold to pick up and a treat!

PGPL has Magazines and Newspapers!

Aug 24, 2021

Come and check out the newly remodeled Reading Rotunda, where the periodicals (including Consumer Reports) are shelved.

We Have Expanded Our Hours!

Aug 17, 2021

Now Open Tuesday & Thursday, 1pm - 6pm and Wednesday & Friday, 10am - 1:00pm

You Are Invited!

Aug 17, 2021

Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 1pm to 4pm at Jewell Park & Pacific Grove Public Library

Introducing Toddler Tales!

Aug 13, 2021 - Kids

Calling all Toddlers and their Caregivers!

Drop-In Crafternoon!

Aug 13, 2021 - Kids

Join the fun of crafting!
Wednesdays at 12pm-1pm and Thursdays at 3pm-4pm (Children's Room)
A new craft each week!

Family Bilingual Storytime

Aug 12, 2021 - Kids

Join us at Arnett Park for Bilingual Storytime!
Second Monday of the Month at 4:00pm

Stream Movies, Concerts, Courses

Aug 11, 2021

Free with your Library Card & the Libby App!

Check Out Niche Academy for eResource How to Videos!

Aug 10, 2021

Using our E-Library for the first time? Niche Academy is for you!

"Renewal" a Juried Art Show

Jul 30, 2021

Submit your personal expression of "Renewal" to a juried art show at the Pacific Grove Library opening on 10/8/2021!

NOW OPEN MORE HOURS!

Jul 20, 2021

NOW OPEN MORE HOURS!

Help us Name the Newly Renovated Central Area

Jul 19, 2021

Vote for your favorite(s)!

Preschool Stories

Jul 13, 2021 - Kids

Preschool Stories with Miss Mary
Please join the fun of story time at Jewell Park on Tuesdays 11:00am-11:30am

SAVE THE DATE! PGPL REDEDICATION

Jul 08, 2021

Celebrating the Library's Renewal Saturday, September 18^th from 1pm to 4pm in Jewell Park.

NOW OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, & THURSDAY!

Jul 07, 2021

PGPL is NOW OPEN Tuesday 3-6, Wednesday 10-1, & Thursday 1-4.

Announcing 2021 PGPL Summer Reading Program

May 14, 2021

PGPL Summer Reading Program Coming Soon! - Beginning June 9th

BOOK STORE REOPENING AT ST. MARY'S

May 13, 2021

Exciting News from Friends of the Library! The Bookstore at St. Mary’s is Reopening on May 17th

THE FIRST SATURDAY OF MAY IS HERE!

Apr 30, 2021

The 1st Saturday of the month is here!

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS!

Apr 19, 2021

PGPL will be celebrating our volunteers all week, April 18-24!

NOW HIRING! Apply Online

Apr 08, 2021

Seeking Library Clerk (Part-time and On-Call) $17.50 - $21.28 Hourly Closing Date: 04/25/2021

National Library Week Is April

Apr 07, 2021

National Library Week 2021: Welcome to Your Library

We Will Be Open Thursdays 2PM - 4PM Beginning March 25th!

Mar 23, 2021

New Hours! PGPL will be OPEN on Thursdays 2pm-4pm

NOW MORE LIBRARY-TO-GO HOURS FOR YOU TO CHOOSE FROM!

Mar 03, 2021

For your convenience, we’ve added Tuesdays AND the first Saturday of the month, STARTING THIS SATURDAY!

1040 & 540/540EZ TAX FORMS ARE HERE

Mar 03, 2021

1040 and 540/540EZ tax forms are here!

Using our E-Library for the first time? Niche Academy is for you!

Mar 03, 2021

Using our E-Library for the first time?

More Library-To-Go Hours! Now includes the 1st Saturday of the month beginning March 6th

Feb 24, 2021

For your convenience, we’ve added Tuesdays AND the first Saturday of the month!

Meeting your distance learning needs! Scientific calculators are now available to check out at PGPL!

Feb 09, 2021

Thank you MPC and PGHS for partnering with us to meet this community need that came to our attention.

Expanded Holds Pick Up Hours

Jan 29, 2021

Starting February 2021 Holds Pick Up Hours are Monday & Tuesday 3pm to 6pm and Wednesdays 10am to 1pm.

EveryLibrary is the first and only national political action committee for libraries.

Jan 29, 2021

EveryLibrary is the first and only national political action committee for libraries.

PGPL will be OPEN Monday, January 18th (MLK Holiday)

Jan 13, 2021

PGPL will be "open" for regular holds pick up hours 3pm-6pm on Monday, January 18th (MLK Day)

Library Renewal Project Video

Dec 16, 2020

Please enjoy this video on the successful Library Renewal Project brought to you by Friends of the Library!

CONTINUES UNINTERRUPTED DURING THE NEW HEALTH ORDER AND THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS!

Dec 15, 2020

RETURNS, HOLDS & PICKUPS: Book Drop is open (no book donations please)!

We Offer Grab bags!

Nov 10, 2020

Want an assortment of items, but aren't sure exactly which titles you want?

NEW! Brainfuse JobNow & VetNow Programs

Oct 28, 2020

The Pacific Grove Public Library is pleased to announce the launch of Brainfuse JobNow/VetNow™

Holds pick up - Starting October 21!

Oct 20, 2020

Holds pick up starts Wednesday, October 21, from 10am-1pm. Masks, physical distancing,

Holds pick up - Coming October 21!

Oct 12, 2020

Hello PGPL patrons! We are excited to announce holds pick up at our beautifully renewed library!

Our book drop is now open!

Oct 12, 2020

The PGPL book drop is now open for returns at 550 Central Avenue!

Countdown to Complete the Census

Aug 24, 2020

Get out the count by September 30!

Live Zoom Preschool Stories

Aug 09, 2020

Please join our Live Zoom Preschool Stories!

NEW! Digital Magazine Collection

Aug 06, 2020

Full color, interactive digital magazines with no holds, no checkout periods,

Full color, interactive digital magazines with no holds, no checkout periods,

Jul 23, 2020

Please welcome the Fratello Marionettes!

Upcoming Summer Reading Performance

Jun 24, 2020

Mister Chris is "PG's Music Man." Sing and dance along with Chris Bohrman.

Previous Summer Reading Performance

Jun 24, 2020

Welcome Andy Z!

Call To Artists - Built For Books Juried Show

Dec 21, 2017

“Built for books”

A Fine Art Juried Show Celebrating Libraries and Learning

City Seeking Library Director and Administrative Services Director

May 01, 2017

Words Flow Endlessly Off the Pages

Nov 01, 2016

World Book Online now available

Nov 16, 2015

Pacific Grove Public Library cardholders can now access World Book Encyclopedia's

National Voter Registration Day

Sep 22, 2015

The City and Library are working with

Coyotes in Pacific Grove

Mar 23, 2015

Pacific Grove Animal Control has been informed about

Help us Name the Newly Renovated Central Area

Help us Name the Newly Renovated Central Area

PGPL has partnered with Overdrive to bring you these free streaming services.

All you need is your library card number and the Libby App.

Drop-In Crafternoon!

Join the fun of crafting!
Wednesdays at 12pm-1:00pm and Thursdays 3pm-4pm
A new craft each week!

Monday	2pm-6pm
Tuesday	10am-6pm
Wednesday	10am-6pm
Thursday	10am-6pm
Friday	10am-5pm
Saturday	10am-5pm
Sunday	Closed

News List Page

TEEN TECH TUESDAYS, 4pm - 6pm

There is still time to sign up for a free 12 mo. subscription to Skillshare Online Learning Community

OPENING RECEPTION - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6TH 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Public Release of Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element

Make Cloud Dough - Monday, September 18th 3:30pm

September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

Learning resources for everyone in the family, including exam & test prep materials. Now with a NEW keyboarding course & guided pathways for SAT/ACT!

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE

Announcing the first Pacific Grove Public Library High School Essay Contest!

The library will be closed Monday, September 4, 2023. There will be no Toddler Tales. The Book Drop is open 24/7 (on the corner of Grand & Central)..

A Free Poetry Reading in the Library: Saturday 9/9/23 at 5:30pm

Howard Burnham presents Andrew Carnegie - Friday, 9/8/23 at 5:30pm

Teen Manga Meetup - Tues. Sept. 5th @ 3:30

Painted Wooden Medallions - 8/28/23 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Open Play - Every First, Third, and Fourth Wednesday 10:30am-12:30pm

Teen Poetry Night - Friday, 8/18 from 5:30-6:30pm

Teen Meetup - Tues. 8/22 @ 3:30 (Sign up by Thurs. 8/17)

Family Bilingual Storytime is Back!

Drop In Crafteroon! - Wednesdays & Thursdays 2pm - 4pm

Join Us - Tuesday, August 1st 5pm at Caledonia Park

JOIN US! 8/4/23 @ 5:30pm (click for details)

Wednesday, July 26th at 2:00pm - 2:45pm in Jewell Park

Storytime with a Lifeguard - 7/24/23 @ 3:30pm in the Library

Please consider donating to this summer's Essential Needs Drive in the library.

Wondering what to read next? NoveList has been helping readers find their next favorite book for more than 25 years.

Have you tried AtoZdatabases? This search tool is available through public libraries, universities & government institutions.

Cascada de Flores will be at Jewell Park 7/19/23 @ 2pm

THURSDAY, 8/24/23 FROM 3PM TO 5PM - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

HAPPY BIRDS WILL BE AT JEWELL PARK WEDNESDAY, JULY 12th 2:00-2:45pm

OPENING RECEPTION -THIS FRIDAY, JULY 7TH 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Free Weaving Workshop 8/24/23 at 3pm - Registration Required

SUMMER TEEN ICE CREAM MEET UP - 7/6/23 at 12:00pm

KIDS CHOICE MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY - Wednesday, July 5 at 2pm

WE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, JULY 4TH

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE - July 1st @St. Mary's Church 10am-4pm

TEEN MEETUP: COOKIES & OPEN MIC - TUESDAY, 6/27/23 @ 3:00PM

Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 2pm at Jewell Park

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21ST AT 2:00pm - 2:45pm IN THE LIBRARY

Looking for a new job or just want to build your skills? You are invited to explore several free online resources, and to provide feedback.

Check out a CA State Library Parks Pass this summer.

THURSDAY, JUNE 8TH 1:00-1:30

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7TH 2:00-2:45 AT JEWELL PARK

Open Play in the Summer

CLOSED MONDAY 5/29/23 FOR MEMORIAL DAY

Announcing SRP 2023!

INTRODUCING TEEN SRP 2023!

Make and Take Beach Bears - May 22nd

Family Bilingual Storytime - Saturday, May 13th @ 11am

Check Out Our New May Displays

Teen Origami Meet Up - this Tuesday, May 9th at 3:30

FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE

Join California Laureate Lee Herrick THIS FRIDAY, 5/5/23 at 5:30pm

BUILD IT! THIS FRIDAY 3:30-4:30PM

National Library Week is April 23-29, 2023.

Prayers for Everyday Ancestors: THIS FRIDAY, 4/28 @ 5:30pm

On May 1, 2023, the OverDrive app will be discontinued.

MANGA MEET UP FOR TEENS - TUESDAY, APRIL 18TH AT 3:30

Jo Mora Day Celebration 2023 - Saturday, April 15, 10am-4pm

eResource Spotlight! Skillshare

PGPL Friends & Foundation Meet the Author series presents: Ava Homa, author of "Daughters of Smoke and Fire" - 4/20/23 @ 7pm

OPENING RECEPTION - FRIDAY, APRIL 14TH @ 5:30PM

MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP PRESENTED BY BARBARA MOSSBERG 4/8/23 10am - Limited Capacity, All Spaces Have Been Filled

ALKA JOSHI: THE PERFUMIST OF PARIS BOOK LAUNCH, 4/7/23 @7PM - SOLD OUT

DR. BARBARA MOSSBERG PRESENTS: P)RAISING THE DEAD, A Live-Action Radio Drama - THURSDAY, APRIL 6TH 6:30PM-8:00PM

TEEN POETRY FESTIVAL WITH PATRICE VECCHIONE - SATURDAY, APRIL 1ST 1PM-4PM

DINE OUT WITH FRIENDS AT MAX'S GRILL- 3/29/23

MAKE AND TAKE SILLY PUTTY - MONDAY, MARCH 27TH

BUILD IT! THIS FRIDAY 3:30-4:30PM

A BOOK TALK WITH BEN JEALOUS, MEL MASON, & SAM FARR IS NOW AVAILABLE TO WATCH ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

FRIDAY MARCH 17TH @ 5:30PM

TODAY @ 6:30PM at City Hall Council Chambers 300 Forest Ave. PG (Note the Venue Change)

1ST SATURDAY BOOK SALE 3/4/23 from 10am to 4pm

TEEN BOOKMARK MAKING CRAFT - TUESDAY, MARCH 7TH @3:30PM

Check out this new addition to our library of things!

MAKE A BOOKMARK - TODAY, FEBRUARY 27TH 3:30PM-4:30PM

STATE OF THE CITY - RESCHEDULED

BUILD IT! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH 3:30-4:30PM

CA State Library Parks Passes Are Here!