Activities

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Try out SLO Symphony Instruments! Violins, horns, percussion, and more: Kids, teens, and adults are invited to play a variety of instruments from the San Luis Obispo Symphony petting zoo menagerie. Learn about different types of instruments, how each one creates a unique sound, and how they are played.

Every Last Tuesday of the Month from 10:00am - 11:00am. Age Group: Adult. Come discuss this month's book selection and enjoy a light snack! For more information, contact Joey Ley at jley@slolibrary.org or (805) 237-3009.

Second Saturday of the Month 10:30am - 11:00am at the Shandon Library. Learning is fun at our lively Storytime! Join us for books, songs, and a lot of wiggling. All children are welcome!

Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Join us at the Shandon Library for an informative program presented by Master Gardeners of SLO all about common pollinator species. https://sanluisobispo.librarycalendar.com/event/pollinator-presentation-master-gardeners-17906

Saturday, June 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm. Join us at the library for this special class presented by the UC Master Preservers and learn how to make Kimchi. Take home what you make. Registration required. Space is limited. For Adults/Teens. Register here: https://sanluisobispo.librarycalendar.com/event/make-kimchi-adults-18757

Thursday, July 10, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm. A farmer from Hambly Farms will be discussing the properties & benefits of lavender and why/what/how people use it. We'll also talk about growing lavender and how to be successful. This is part of our Lunch at the Library series.

Saturday, June 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm. Join us at the Shandon Library for this summer craft class with instructor Spencer Collins! Students will learn to use "Brusho," a pigmented watercolor powder. By layering and using a spray technique, beautiful flower basket paintings come to life! Registration required. Register here: https://sanluisobispo.librarycalendar.com/event/brusho-basket-painting-18693

Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 11:30am - 12:30pm. This class introduces Ayurvedic principles for balance and well-being, focusing on the use of accessible herbs to support digestion and overall health. We’ll explore herbal-infused waters, golden milk, and other cooling beverages that embody Ayurvedic traditions. Learn about the biodiversity of the body and how everyday herbs can support balance and regeneration—no cooking required! Space is limited, so register today! Register here: https://sanluisobispo.librarycalendar.com/event/ayurvedic-wellness-workshop-18963

Saturday, July 26, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm Brenda will help us explore the life of the honeybee and the important role they in our communities. This is part of our Lunch at the Library series.