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March highlights at the library

Join us in March for a month of exciting events, learning opportunities and community connection.

Announcing the 2026 Carlsbad Reads Together book selection

"Stay True" by Hua Hsu

Carlsbad Reads Together is an annual celebration connecting the entire Carlsbad community through reading. Special programming and events for Carlsbad Reads Together begin in April, but you can start reading today.

Selected with input from library patrons, the 2026 Carlsbad Reads Together adult selection is "Stay True" by Hua Hsu. This Pulitzer Prize winning coming-of-age memoir explores themes of friendship, self-expression, belonging and loss.

Readers may reserve a copy from Carlsbad City Library, available in book, eBook or eAudiobook formats.

Save the date

Author talk with Hua Hsu

Thursday, April 23, 6 p.m.

Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane

Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium

1775 Dove Lane

The library will also livestream the event

Reading recommendations for Women's History Month

Honor Women's History Month by selecting your next read from this collection of titles featuring factual and fictional portrayals of strong women.

“The Sisterhood” by Liza Mundy

“A History of Women in 101 Objects” by Annabelle Hirsch

“The Sicilian Inheritance” by Jo Piazza

“Happy Land” by Dolen Perkins-Valdez

“The Aviator and the Showman” by Laurie Gwen Shapiro

“Homeseeking” by Karissa Chen

Discover these recommendations and more on our website.

Focus On: Tracing Your Irish Roots

Tuesday, March 3 or 17

2 to 4 p.m.

Carlsbad City Library Learning Center, Computer Lab

3368 Eureka Place

Erin go Bragh! In this month of all things Irish, join Genealogy & Carlsbad History staff as we help you to discover the databases and other resources that are available in searching your own family links to the Emerald Isle. 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

Small Business Bootcamp

Thursday, March 5, 12, 19 & 26

9 to 1 p.m.

Georgina Cole Library, Community Room

1250 Carlsbad Village Drive

Are you ready to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality? Join us to learn how to start your own business. Sessions are led by Daisy Alonso, a bilingual English Spanish business advisor and microenterprise developer with experience supporting entrepreneurs from diverse communities.

March 5: Concept Development

March 12: Customer Discovery and Acquisition

March 19: Financial Fundamentals

March 26: Business Creation

Registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided.

Spanish Conversation/ Café y Conversación

Thursday, March 12

1 to 2:30 p.m.

Carlsbad City Library Learning Center, Room 14

3368 Eureka Place

Join fellow Spanish learners for a relaxed, non-instructional conversation group designed for adults looking to practice and improve their speaking skills. No lessons, just casual dialogue and connection.

For more information email christina.lorenzo@carlsbadca.gov.

Para más información escribe a christina.lorenzo@carlsbadca.gov

Teen Book Club at the Cole Library

Thursday, March 12

5:45 to 6:45 p.m.

Georgina Cole Library, Community Room

1250 Carlsbad Village Drive

For readers in grades 7 to 12:

Join us on the second Thursday of the month for a fun and welcoming book discussion. Snacks will be provided.

March title: "We Are Not Free" by Traci Chee (eBook and Audiobook are available with no wait in Hoopla).

For more information, visit the Teen Programs & Events webpage or contact marin.faeyera@carlsbadca.gov.

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.

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.