Launch Pad is a pathway developed by the Strategic Plan Implementation Team to showcase the talents and creativity of Santa Monica Public Library staff. By inviting staff from all library units to submit proposals and take the lead on approved projects, staff may explore their ideas for improving library services...

We’re heading back to the beach this summer for year two of our sun-kissed, beachside pop-up library program, SMPL at the Beach. We’ll be packing up the books and setting up shop on the sand to provide local beachgoers with great reads, family friendly programs, games, crafts and comfortable, shady...

Santa Monica Public Library is collaborating with Santa Monica Police Department – Animal Control to feature new pets that need homes each month. Our first pet was “Sugar Caine”  When you visit See what Sugar Caine is Reading you can learn more about this special pet, including his favorite books...