ABOUT
The Atascadero Regional Library, located at 6555 Capistrano, two blocks from the historic City Hall and the Sunken Gardens, opened in June of 2014. It serves as the regional library for the north county region of San Luis Obispo County and provides reference and youth services to approximately 500 people a day.
The library serves 14,500 patrons a month and has a circulation of over 30,000 items (books, magazines, periodicals, Audio CDs, and DVDs, etc.) a month. It offers computer stations for on-line research and provides assistance to students of all ages. The reference librarian and the children's librarian put their specialized skills at the disposal of the public and actively develop programs for their patrons.
The Library also offers 2 study rooms, a Community Room and a Conference Room, available for reservation to the community and groups. Contact Melanie at the library for reservation information.
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Monday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Tuesday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Thursday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday: closed
HOURS
ABOUT
Atascadero Library
6555 Capistrano Avenue
Atascadero, CA 93422
CALENDAR OF LIBRARY PROGRAMS
VOLUNTEER
For a calendar of events happening at Atascadero Library, check out the upcoming programs planned for children, teens, and adults.
Also see Press Release below, if applicable.
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For current volunteer opportunities, please chat with a staff member at the library next time you are there!
GET A LIBRARY CARD
What does it mean to have a San Luis Obispo County Library Card? Save money with access to free books and E books, DVDs, Blu-Rays and Magazines. Attend free adult learning programs and enjoy fun, safe family entertainment. Yes, really, all with this card in your wallet! Welcome to the Atascadero Library!
Also, a library card gives you access to free movies, e-books, on-line digital magazines, comics, music and more online through Hoopla and Libby!
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Online library card applicants will receive a temporary number. The temporary number will allow you to place holds on items in the library catalog and use the SLO Makerspace. It will also give you access some of our digital audiobooks, eBooks, and digital magazines: OverDrive, Enki, and RB Digital. Please appear in person with identification and proof of mailing address to obtain your library card and access to all of the library’s services.
In compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, you must be 13 or older in order to complete this registration.
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New! Teens Can Get Library Cards without a parent or guardian present
Now the County of San Luis Obispo Libraries will be provide teens ages 13-17 with library cards without a parent or guardian present. Teen cards will be for students age 13 to 17 with a current SLO County middle school, high school, or college student picture ID card. Teens may also use any ID card verification that is accepted for adult cards (CA Driver's license, CA ID card, matricula, etc.) They will need to fill out an application and show an acceptable forms of ID - a current local middle, high, or college school ID cards.
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ONLINE DIGITAL RESOURCES
Click on the card image to get started on your online application.
Having a library card opens a whole world for free digital resources. You may also reserve, request, and renew library items online as well as cancel holds and place vacation holds.
OverDrive is home to over 1,000 titles available in eBook or audiobook format for use with an internet capable computer or mobile device. While not every book is available via OverDrive, new titles are added each month, including current bestsellers. Titles for all age groups available. With Libby, you can listen to your favorite books or read a book online. The online Aspen System even offers Technical Assistance with OverDrive!!
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Borrow or simply browse from the Library’s collection of your favorite digital magazines with RB DIgital. All magazines offered are complete editions, with some including enhanced content such as audio and video. There is no waiting list, no need to return issues, and no limit to the number of magazines you can borrow. Read magazines on your computer or download checked-out magazines to a free library read-only app for iPad, iPhone/iPod Touch, Android and Kindle Fire/HD/HDX.
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The cloudLibrary a new eBook & eAudiobook service allows County of SLO Libraries cardholders: discover thousands of titles on cloudLibrary. One-time login. One-click checkout. Get started with cloudLibrary! ​
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Looking for a book title that you cannot locate from your local library or a big store book chain? Find and download books from smaller, independent publishers and self-published authors on Enki.
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No time to wait? Hoopla lets you Instantly stream movies, music, and television shows or download audiobooks, comics, and eBooks. New titles are added daily. Titles for all age groups available. And Kanopy has a collection of over 30,000 films.
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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
STAFF
Enjoy what is new at all the County Libraries with the latest edition of Library News
Destiny Johnson
NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARIAN
Charlene (Charlie) Arthur
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Sally LaPorte
YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN
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Cara Lajoie
SENIOR LIBRARY ASSOCIATE
Melanie Bales, Joey Ley, Laura Smith, Marion Dornig, Barbara Haga, Donna Aragon, Tracy Montalongo, and Jennifer Anton
LIBRARY ASSISTANTS
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
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ALL PROGRAMS ON YOU TUBE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
at the Atascadero Library
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Many of the listed library programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Atascadero Library.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Contact Person: Sally LaPorte
805/461-6163
Address: 6555 Capistrano Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422
PRESCHOOL STORY TIMES
Preschool story times are scheduled on Monday and Wednesday mornings at 10:30. We will share stories and songs.
TODDLER STORY TIME
Join us for a story time specifically designed for your toddler every Friday morning at 10:30. We will share stories, rhymes, music and finger plays.
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CRAFT CLUB
Come make a fun craft!
WED, MAR 4 at 3:30.
Registration required.
Ages 6-12.
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FAMILY MOVIE
SAT, MAR 7 at 2:00.
See library website for details.
All ages.
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PAJAMA STORYTIME
Wear your pajamas, bring a stuffie, and join us for an evening storytime.
TUE, MAR 10 at 5:00.
Ages 5 and under.
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PYJAMA DRAMA
Join us for a fun and engaging interactive performance for kids and their families.
SAT, MAR 14 at 2:00.
Ages 3-8.
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BATTLE OF THE BOOKS TRIVIA
Practice for the Battle of the Books with a trivia contest based on the book titles.
WED, MAR 18 & 25 at 3:30.
For grades 4-6.
LEGO CLUB
Join us for some Lego building fun.
SAT, MAR 21 at 2:00.
Registration required.
Ages 5-12.
KIDS’ CITRUS PRINTING
Make art using citrus prints.
SAT, MAR 28 at 2:00.
Ages 5 and up.
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Teen Programs
Contact Person: Charlene Arthur
805/461-6162
Address: 6555 Capistrano Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422
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TEEN CREATESPACE
You never know what you can create. Bring your ideas and design a project or craft!
FRIDAYS at 2:30
Ages 13-17.
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TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING!
Bring your ideas on what you would like to see in the Library and stay for the raffle and pizza! Sign up required beforehand. Board meets every third FRI of the month.
FRI, FEB 21 at 3:30; FRI MAR 20 at 3:30
Ages 13-17
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TEEN HEALTH PRESENTATION
Learn about healthy eating habits!
FRI, MAR 13 at 2:30.
Ages 13-17.
CITRUS STAMPING FOR TEENS
Make art using citrus prints.
FRI, MAR 20 at 2:30.
Ages 13-17.
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Adult Programs
Contact Person: Charlene Arthur
805/461-6162
Address: 6555 Capistrano Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422
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E-DEVICE TRAINING
Get help using ebooks on your personal devices.
FRIDAYS from 10:00-11:00.
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THE STATUS OF HONEYBEES IN SLO COUNTY
SAT, MAR 7 at 11:00.
FRAUD PREVENTION
Find out how to better protect yourself from fraud.
WED, MAR 11 at 1:00.
2-1-1: FAMILY RESOURCES IN SLO COUNTY
Learn about the many resources provided by 2-1-1.
THU, MAR 12 at 1:00.
PRINT MAKING
Draw a design on a rubber block, carve the design, ink, and print the images.
Registration required.
THU, MAR 26 at 2:30.
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THE DARING DECADE: THE EXCITING, INFLUENTIAL AND BODACIOUSLY FUN AMERICAN MOVIES OF THE 1970s
Come meet local author Chris Strodder as he talks about his new book.
SAT, MAR 28 at 10:00.
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BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
The two library book groups are Gem in the Stacks which meets the 1st TUE (MAR 3) of the month at 11:00 and Mixed Minds Book Group which meets the 3rd THU (FEB 20 and MAR 19) of the month at 2:30. Gems in the Stacks will discuss The Honey Bus by Meridith May. Mixed Minds will discuss Island of the Sea Women by Lisa See (FEB) and An American Marriage by Tayari Jones (MAR).
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ALICE CREASY REW BOOKSTORE
The Alice Creasy Rew Bookstore is located by the lobby of the Atascadero Library. This is the place to find great used books for sale at fabulous bargain prices. Pop-Up book sale every 3rd TUE from 3:00-5:30.
PASSPORT SERVICES
