August 5, 2021
Dear Patrons,

It's the moment you've all been waiting for! Both library buildings will reopen Monday, August 16.

Come visit our newly refreshed, rearranged and re-shelved buildings! Browse the stacks, use a computer, and say hi to a librarian.

We can't wait to see you!
Your Library Staff

P.S. Don't forget, the library will be closed for Car Week, August 9-13.
No phone service or holds pickup. Our digital library is open 24/7!
New Hours
Starting Monday, August 16, both the Harrison Memorial Library (Ocean & Lincoln) and the Park Branch Library (Mission & 6th), will be open 3 days a week:
What to Expect
Once our buildings are open:
  • Masks required for entry.
  • Library card or ID required to check out items. Picking up for someone else? Bring their library card number!
  • Public computers and printing available at the Harrison Memorial Library.
  • All kids and adult collections open for browsing.
  • Seating available at both buildings.
New Hold Pickups
Once our buildings reopen, you can choose where to pick up your holds!
Log in to your library account and set your home library to
Harrison Memorial Library (Ocean & Lincoln)
or Park Branch Youth Services (Mission & 6th):
(Your PIN is usually the last 4 digits of your phone number.)
Click on "your personal details" in the left-hand menu.
Under your "Home Library," choose either Harrison Memorial Library or Park Branch Youth Services.
At the bottom of the page, click:
And you'll get this message:
And you're all set! We'll take it from there.
Endless Reads
From August 1-31, hundreds of titles are available for unlimited borrowing on Hoopla, without using your monthly credits. Enjoy!
For Kids
Friends' Book Sale - Aug. 12-14
Friends of the Library
48th Annual Book Sale

Get ready to browse hundreds of books at the Carmel Youth Center (4th Ave and Torres St, behind police station).

Members’ Pre-Sale:
Thurs, August 12, 11am-4pm
Join at the door for $15 single, $20 Family

Everyone welcome to the Public Sale: Fri-Sat, August 13-14, 10am-4pm.
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If you have questions, reach out to us. We're here to help.