Greetings!

February has almost exited the building...but just before then, our Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation will be hosting their big fundraiser to raise money for the library. This makes me think of the contributions by volunteers and donors throughout the community. I appreciate all of the hard work that our Friends & Foundation do for the library to increase the services that we can provide to the community. Through their efforts we have had successful Monterey County Gives campaigns, author talks, book sales, little free libraries throughout the community, and other special activities to raise awareness of the library.

Kudos to the all of the volunteers throughout the Monterey Peninsula who make this a great place to live. Our library volunteers work to make sure that your hold requests are pulled from the shelves, books are organized & tidy, archival documents are scanned & cataloged, and that programs are friendly and welcoming. So no matter if you volunteer here at the Library or somewhere else in the community - thank you - for making the Monterey Peninsula a better place for all of us.



Warmly~

Brian

Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation (MPLF&F) presents the

20th Annual Chocolate & Wine!

Featuring chocolate, beer, wine, savories and sweets by local culinary stars.

This SATURDAY, February 22nd

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 

Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street

SOLD OUT!

Email info@investinmpl.org to join the Waitlist.

Over the past 25 years, MPLF&F has raised funds to support the

Monterey Public Library in a myriad of ways, including

funding for programming, purchasing of books, technology upgrades,

furniture and design improvements, community outreach,

and so much more!

Click here for additional information on MPLF&F.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!

Join Tim Thomas, local historian and captivating tour guide, as he explores the multicultural fishing industries

and fascinating stories of Old Fisherman’s Wharf and Monterey’s waterfront. Learn firsthand how Monterey’s early maritime history shaped the City into

a prime tourist destination.

Wharf Walks with Tim Thomas

Saturday, March 1st

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 

Old Fisherman's Wharf

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Tim's expansive career spans from a historian and curator, to author

and collaborator. He’s partnered with several organizations such

as the Monterey Bay Aquarium, California State Parks, and the

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

He is the author of several books, including The Abalone King of Monterey: 'Pop' Ernest Doelter and The Japanese on the Monterey Peninsula,

and is the co-author of Monterey's Waterfront. 

Table for Two, by NY Times bestselling author Amor Twoles, is another literary gem! Both a collection of short stories and a novella, Twoles captures the emotions of modern marriage, the fluctuations of the male ego, and the strength of human connection and compromise. Set in NYC at the turn of the millennium, these fictional short stories bring twists of wit and satire, perfect for the Book Flight Book Club. 

Book Flight Book Club - Table for Two

Tuesday, March 11th 

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

MPL Community Room

MPL Hours of Service:

Monday: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Bookmobile Information:

Call (831) 646-3710 or click Bookmobile for detailed hours and locations.

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