Greetings!

Are you aware that you have free access to newspapers with your Monterey Public Library card?

I know many people are familiar with our digital access to historic local newspapers that cover 1846-1964, however we also have access to Monterey County Herald from 2002 - present through our subscription to Newsbank. The articles are plain text, also eliminating the advertisements that you see online - and most importantly - NO paywall! All you need is a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet connection and your library card.

Monterey Public Library has also continued our online subscription the New York Times, meaning that you can access current and back issues of national news from your own home. In past years this service was funded through the California State Library, as part of of the IMLS (Institute of Museum and Library Services) services provided to local libraries. However, Federal and State budget cuts have removed access to different digital resources.

Our digital newspapers are supported by generous donations through private donors and the the Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation, and these investments help to make sure that our community has expanded access to current news content. You can access these sites through our eResources page, which will then walk you through the steps to access.

Although libraries have value as a community "third space" for people to gather and find information, we also know that we need to meet the needs of our community where we can. That means physical collections, outreach and pop-up services, as well as digital collections accessible from home or at sites around our community. We are working on digitizing the gap of Monterey Peninsula Herald microfilm between 1964-2002 thanks to donors from our recent MCGives project. Stay tuned for when that launches!



Warmly,

Brian

MPL's Event Calendar

What are the five elements of 3D printing? 

Size

Resolution

Thickness

Orientation

Choice of Material

Come learn how to design and print characters at MPL’s Design

and Print 3D Workshop. Using the CAD program,

we will create AMAZING 3D fantasy characters.

3D Character Workshop

Saturday, September 20, 2025

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

MPL Makerspace

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Available to everyone ages 13 and up.

We have a limited number of laptops available for use.

We recommend that you bring your own laptop.

Please note: Wifi does not work with Chromebooks.

Cinema at the Library

Saturday, September 20th

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

MPL Community Room

This move is Rated PG. 

Refreshments will be provided.

The game of Bingo, aka Il Gioco

del Lotto d’Italia originated

from the Italian lottery in 1530.

While each game lasts an average of three to six minutes,

Bingo goes by several other titles throughout the world.

Here are a few "Bingo aka's":

In the UK, the game is often called Housey-Housey. 

In India and many European countries,

Bingo is referred to as Tambola. 

Players refer to Bingo as Le Lotto in France. 

In Quebec, it’s known as Kinzo. 

Here in Monterey, we simply call it Fall Bingo and it runs

from September 15th - November 15th. 

Pick up your Fall Bingo card at the library or bookmobile. Full blackouts earn a small themed prize and entered into the grand prize drawing. 

Built to serve as a public school and town meeting hall, Colton Hall now offers

visitors a re-creation of the meeting

room where California's first Constitution

was drafted in October 1849 as well as

exhibits on early Monterey. 

Join us for live music in

this historical landmark!

Colton Hall Music Series 

Saturday, September 27th

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Colton Hall, 570 Pacific St. Monterey CA 93940

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Terrence Farrell, a world class concert guitarist, specializes in the

Latin/Spanish style and is also proficient in classical and jazz as well.

A world class concert guitarist, Farrell Terrence has toured more than 34 countries with his inspired music, and won international acclaim for his concerts, television appearances, and recordings.

Join Monterey Public Library and other

libraries at the Boronda Adobe History Center

for a fun day of music, dance, early California crafts and a tour of Casa Boronda.

Rancho Days at the Adobe

Saturday, September 27th

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Boronda Adobe History Center

333 Boronda Rd. Salinas, CA 93907

There are so many benefits to volunteer work.

Studies indicate volunteering reduces rates of

depression and loneliness. Volunteering also creates social

connection by being part of a team and serving your community. 

Are you interested in volunteering for the library or museums?

Join us for an orientation to learn about various volunteer positions!

Volunteer Orientation

Friday, October 3rd

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

MPL Community Room

Students in middle and high school are also

encouraged to volunteer for community service hours!

The Monterey Public Library & Colton Hall Museum are

excited to welcome you to a live reenactment of the 

1849 California Constitutional Convention.

Visit the site where 48 delegates debated the decisions that made

California a free state 175 years ago. See original documents, artifacts,

and even walk on the same floor as the delegates. 

California Constitutional Convention Reenactment

Sunday, October 5th

12:00 PM - REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

OR

2:30 PM - REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Colton Hall, 570 Pacific St. Monterey CA 93940

Parking is available behind Colton Hall Museum.

For additional questions, please call (831) 646-5640

or email museumpt@monterey.gov.

Wharf Walks with Tim Thomas

Sunday, October 12th

11:00 AM - REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

OR

1:00 PM - REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Tim's career spans from 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.

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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