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February highlights at the library
February invites us to honor Black History Month and fall in love with libraries all over again. Explore all the inspiring events and resources for you this month at the library!
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Reading recommendations for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with this genre-spanning collection of recent fiction by Black authors:
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“Amity” by Nathan Harris
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“Junie” by Erin Crosby Eckstine
Discover these recommendations and more on our website.
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Museum Month returns throughout the month of February
Starting Feb. 1, you can pick up a Museum Month pass at any Carlsbad City Library location while supplies last or download a digital pass to your mobile device. Present your pass this February for half-price admission for up to four people at 70+ museums around San Diego County from Feb. 1 through 28.
Some restrictions apply. To learn more, visit the San Diego Museum Month webpage.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, Feb. 7
1 to 4 p.m.
Carlsbad City Library Learning Center
3368 Eureka Place
Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse! Join us as we welcome a year filled with energy, freedom and passion, bringing exciting opportunities for adventure, growth and breakthroughs.
Enjoy hands-on activities including creating paper fans, crafting your own fortune cookies and making charming horses to take home as keepsakes.
Immerse yourself in a vibrant cultural showcase featuring Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Thai and Vietnamese visual and performing arts, a stunning celebration of Eastern traditions, including the famous lion dance.
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Award-winning stories
Use NoveList to enjoy the best stories of friendship and family; of curses, mysteries, and secret societies; of journeys across worlds and through time; of history, memory, magic, ambition, fame, love, self‑doubt, and self‑discovery - everything you hope to find in a truly great book.
Borrow a compelling story for free with your Carlsbad City Library card. The books on this list are all winners!
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Focus On: Getting Started with Hawaiian Genealogy
Tuesday, Feb. 17
2 to 4 p.m.
Carlsbad City Library Learning Center, upstairs computer lab
3368 Eureka Place
Interested in researching your Hawaiian Ohana? Join Genealogy & Carlsbad History staff as they provide an overview of Hawaiian genealogy resources. There will be plenty of time in class for you to try your hand at using these resources to get started on your research journey.
Space is limited and registration is required. If you have any questions, please call the Genealogy & Carlsbad History desk at 442-339-2931.
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Echoes of Harlem: Art, Music & Words That Changed America
Saturday, Feb. 28
2 to 4 p.m.
Georgina Cole Library, Community Room
1250 Carlsbad Village Drive
Celebrate Black History Month with an engaging presentation by Carole Boyce, Poet Laureate of the North County African American Women’s Association. Through poetry and storytelling, Carole Boyce will guide audiences through the vibrant world of the Harlem Renaissance, highlighting its influential artists, powerful voices and lasting cultural impact.
Join us for a meaningful exploration of this pivotal era in American history and expression.
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Matthew Quirk Author Event
Saturday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m.
Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium
1775 Dove Lane
Join us in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium to see an episode of "The Night Agent", an adaptation of Matthew Quirk's best-selling book and come hear him discuss his new book "The Method", a thriller which was inspired by the adaptation process. Attendees will hear an author discussion and have the chance to participate in an audience Q&A.
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Business Support office hours
Weekly on Tuesdays
9 to 11 a.m.
Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane, Room 145
1775 Dove Lane
Help your business succeed in 2026!
Small Business Liaison office hours are offered as 30-minute, one-on-one appointments, with options for both scheduled meetings and drop-ins when available. Get answers to questions about permits, signage, zoning, business licenses and more. The goal is for businesses to leave with a clearer understanding of next steps, relevant contacts, and resources that support their success.
Book your session today.
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Call for local authors – save the date!
Local Author Fair
Saturday, June 6
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane,
Ann Kulchin Courtyard
1775 Dove Lane
Carlsbad City Library is now recruiting authors for the third annual Local Author Fair.
The fair will feature 24 local authors from San Diego County, offering a chance for writers to connect with readers and promote their work.
Local authors are encouraged to apply and applications are open now through March 1.
Questions? Email librarian@carlsbadca.gov
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Help Select Carlsbad’s Next Citizen of the Year
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to make Carlsbad a better place? The City of Carlsbad is now accepting nominations for its Citizen of the Year award, recognizing residents who devote their time and energy to civic improvement, beautification and community well-being. A committee of Carlsbad residents appointed by the mayor will select up to two honorees. Nomination forms are available on the city website and at City Hall (1200 Carlsbad Village Drive). Please submit nominations by April 3.
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Ready-to-go event calendars
Carlsbad City Library
Keep track of all the happenings at Carlsbad City Library with our ready-to-go event calendars. Whether you're planning your next visit to Dove Library, Cole Library or Learning Center, our downloadable, easy-to-print calendars will keep you updated on all upcoming activities at each library location.
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Upcoming closures
Presidents' Day Closure
All Carlsbad City Library locations will be closed on Monday, Feb.16 in observance of Presidents' Day.
Libraries will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 9 a.m.
If you have any questions, please contact the library at 442-339-2049 or email librarian@carlsbadca.gov.
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We're here to help
We're available to answer your questions over the phone, through our chat service or by email during open library hours.
Carlsbad City Library location hours
Monday - Thursday
9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane & Georgina Cole Library
Sundays
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
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