December 4, 2020
Dear Patrons,

Ever look up at the night sky and wonder what's out there? Learn about the wonders of the universe and get ready for next week's meteor shower with these books and documentaries.

Now's the time to stock up. The library will be closed December 24-January 3, and there will be no curbside pickup those days. Get your book requests in now!

Happy reading,
Your Library Staff
Curbside Update
Curbside has moved!

Curbside hold pickup is now located at the driveway behind the Park Branch Library, Mission Street near 6th Avenue.

Enter from Mission Street, drive through, pick up your bag and go!

Need help when you get there?
  • Call 831-624-4629
  • Ring the doorbell at the backdoor
"How the Bach Festival Began"
Community Night with the Library
Wednesday, December 9 at 7pm

Join Musician, Author, Historian David Gordon as he reveals the story of two visionaries, Dene Denny & Hazel Watrous who inspired art, music and theater as well as the Bach Festival in Carmel during the 1930’s.

FREE - Donations are always welcome.
Proceeds benefit Carmel Public Library


Questions? 831-624-2811
Monterey County Gives!
Donate to Carmel Public Library Foundation now through December 31 for matching funds to support your Library!
While our library buildings are still closed, the need for our community to stay connected socially and have access to informative resources remains. Help us provide solar-powered tables outside to keep everyone plugged-in and safely engaged.
Wonders of the Night Sky
Light Show: the Geminids meteor shower, one of the best and brightest of the year, is almost here! Watch it December 13-14.

To get ready for the show, check out these astronomy titles:
Kids Explore the Universe
Get Your Book Fix!
Ask for a Friday Surprise Bag every week, and our librarians will put together a bag of special books just for you!
Not sure what to read next? What to know what's new and cool at the library? Sign up for NextRead newsletters and get monthly suggestions. (Newsletters for adults available too!)
Want to know more about your favorite books? Love going behind the scenes? Check out Book Connections to book trailers, meet-the-author videos, reading guides and more!
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