
Friends of the Library Bookstore at Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane now open Mondays: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Friends of the Library at the Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane has now reopened, filled with new and exciting donations. Stop by to see all of our new inventory and support the library with your purchases. All profits benefit Carlsbad City Library.
Interested in volunteering? Volunteer applications are available in the Bookstore.

Visit the all new Adult Reading Recommendations webpage
Visit here to browse the brand new design of the adult reading recommendation page to find your next favorite book.
Carlsbad Halloween and Haunts

Did you know that Carlsbad has several locations that are rumored to be haunted?
Learn about Carlsbad’s haunted history by visiting Carlsbad Halloween and Haunts.

Prepare for Halloween using Creativebug and the Exploration HUB
Check out Creativebug for Halloween how-to-videos on carving a jack-o’-lantern or making a themed card.
Then come visit the Exploration HUB to make a frighteningly creative project with the Silhouette Cameo.

Virtual genealogy events
Join us for free genealogy webinars presented in partnership with the North San Diego County Genealogical Society. Learn more about our free genealogy programs and resources available from home.
Tuesday, Oct. 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m., free Virtual Genealogy Program Meeting
Not Just a Photo: Documenting the Life of Thomas DeMott Black
Jeanette Shiel, former president of North San Diego County Genealogical Society and professional genealogist, will present a case study to encourage others to discover new ways to learn about our ancestors’ lives and share their stories. Register here.
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m., free Virtual DNA Foundations Creating a DNA Testing Plan
Learn how DNA is used in genealogy research, DNA testing options and how to interpret results. The class covers genetic genealogy basics and provides helpful information based on new developments in the field and audience feedback. Register here.

Before you watch Dune, read where it all started.
Before you watch Dune on Oct. 22, visit your local Carlsbad City Library online or in-person to check out all of the books, films and graphic novels set in the world of Frank Herbert’s SciFi masterpiece.
- Dune
- Dune, the Graphic Novel
- Dune: House of Atreides
- Dune: The Lady of Caladan
- Navigators of Dune
- Sisterhood of Dune
- The Winds of Dune

Morningstar Investment Research Center
What’s the financial market impact of Tesla launching GigaBeer? How many boards does a certain director sit on? What was the cost of a share of IBM when you turned 18? Find out the answers to these questions and more with Morningstar through the Carlsbad City Library.

Virtual book Clubs
Come meet some fellow bibliophiles, experience great literature and engage in interesting discussions by becoming a member of the Carlsbad City Library virtual book clubs.
Monday Night Classics Book ClubNov. 22, 7 p.m.Ramona by Helen Hunt Jackson
Tuesday Evening Book ClubNov. 2, 7 p.m.Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart
First Wednesday Book ClubNov. 3, 2 p.m.Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
Thursday Afternoon Book ClubNov. 4, 2 p.m.Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho
Club de lectura en Español VespertinoNov. 4, 6 p.m.Cometas en el cielo by Khaled Hosseini
Club de lectura en EspañolNov. 16, 10 a.m.El silencio de la ciudad Blanca by Eva Garcia Saenz