Carlsbad Library

To keep our patrons healthy and safe, Friends of the Library and Library & Cultural Arts are temporarily suspending acceptance of book donations until March 1. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Sorry, we've given out all the #COVID19 rapid tests provided by @SanDiegoCounty See link for other places to get tests (and when you need a test) carlsbadca.gov/Home/Component…

Looking for last-minute gifts? Choose from 80+ Carlsbad businesses and give the gift of #Carlsbad. You can instantly support #local #smallbusinesses through the #GiftCarlsbad digital gift card program at giftcarlsbad.com @CarlsbadVillage @ChamberCarlsbad @Carlsbadbiz

#Free screening of Parasite, Academy Award Best Picture winner 📽️ South Korean film mixing comedy, drama & suspense 🎬 11/5, Dove Library, Schulman Auditorium at 4 & 7 pm w English subtitles 👍Masks mandatory. loom.ly/8c1g05k @ParasiteMovie #CarlsbadArts #CarlsbadCinema

Check out our next talented Virtually Artful vocalist who has a special love of Portuguese Folk music. San Diego native, Amanda de Rosa, is a multilingual vocalist influenced by Latin jazz, funk, R&B and reggae. Streaming Oct. 8 – 16. #CarlsbadArts loom.ly/rCIabuQ

Sad to say goodbye to Frida Kahlo’s Garden exhibit at Cannon Art Gallery. Join us for a closing celebration with a screening of the documentary The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo. Gallery open before and after movie. Exhibit closes 10/20. loom.ly/r4fFuzI #CarlsbadArts

Did you know that Carlsbad has several locations that are rumored to be haunted? Learn about Carlsbad's haunted history at carlsbadlibrary.org/services/carls….

@CarlsbadPolice Happy retirement, Chief Gallucci!

After 34 years of service and 31 years with CPD, we wish Police Chief Neil Gallucci, a fond farewell, and a very happy retirement. Thank you for your enduring commitment to service, safety and the welfare of the community of Carlsbad. You will always be part of #teamCarlsbad.

City offices and libraries will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, 9/6 but emergency services are always available. Trash services will be delayed one day. Here is a more detailed schedule on what city services are open or closed in Carlsbad. loom.ly/J2wFZRU

Due to scheduled maintenance, the library’s online catalog and My Account will be unavailable from 9 p.m. on Aug. 31 until 11 a.m. on Sept. 1. Thank you for your patience.

Due to scheduled maintenance, the library’s online catalog and My Account will be unavailable from 9 p.m. on Aug. 31 until 11 a.m. on Sept. 1. Thank you for your patience.

Due to scheduled maintenance, the library’s online catalog and My Account will be unavailable from 9 p.m. on Aug. 31 until 11 a.m. on Sept. 1. Thank you for your patience.

If you don’t want to mail your ballot you can drop it off at one of our #Carlsbad city libraries or another official drop of location loom.ly/ebkh0Nk Learn more on the County Registrar of Voters website sdvote.com

Happy #NationalBookLoversDay to everyone who loves to read! Here's a perfect story for a little one starting kindergarten. Read by Carlsbad’s Paramedic Firefighter, Jordan Garcia, this book is called Kindergarten is Cool by Linda Elovitz Marshall. loom.ly/gjYTAjg

The Mighty Untouchables are streaming now in your backyard. San Diego’s best tribute band, #TheMightyUntouchables perform everything from Top 40 Dance, Motown, Disco, Rock, Classic, Jazz, Current Pop Hits and more! loom.ly/xtdDUa4 #Carlsbadarts #TGIFinyourBackyard

Apply today to earn an accredited high school diploma and career certificate. Learn more about our Career Online High School program through @carlsbadlibrary. It's never too late! loom.ly/YF0qHBI #Carlsbadlearns

@CarlsbadPolice Enjoy your well-earned retirement, Kash! We got to know you during your visits to our children's programs and wish you the best doggo life!

Congratulations on your retirement, K9 Kash and thank you for your service. You might recall Kash from some of his more festive photos but Kash was also a great K9 Officer. From finding drugs to being a member of our SWAT Team, Kash did it all. We love you, Kash. #teamCarlsbad

Did you miss our next TGIF in Your Backyard band, 80z All Stars? It's streaming until Aug. 15. So plan a get together with friends and neighbors in your own backyard and email your photos to communications@carlsbadca.gov or tag us with #TGIFinmybackyard loom.ly/xtdDUa4

Warm weather can be tough on our furry friends. Make sure to always provide plenty of water and best not to walk them during the hottest part of the day when pavement temperature can burn their paws. More summer tips from @SDHumane here: loom.ly/XETdwhY #dogdaysofsummer

Our fall Community Services Guide is now available for online viewing. Classes for kids and adults this fall include swimming lessons and other aquatic programs, martial arts, dance, fitness, sports and more! Registration is open. loom.ly/4nIEEqQ #communityservices #fall