The San Bernardino County Library is dedicated to promoting literacy throughout our communities, and we achieve this by hosting family-focused events that inspire learning, reading, and a lifelong love of books.

| Branch Library | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Adelanto | Saturday, October 25 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Apple Valley | Tuesday, October 14 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Barstow | Saturday, October 25 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Big Bear Lake | Tuesday, October 21 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Bloomington | Wednesday, October 29 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Cal Aero | Wednesday, October 8 from 5:30 PM-7:00 PM |
| Chino | Wednesday, October 29 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Chino Hills | Tuesday, October 28 from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Crestline | Wednesday, October 8 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Fontana | Tuesday, October 21 from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM |
| Branch Library | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Grand Terrace | Wednesday, October 22 from 3:30 PM-5:30 PM |
| Hesperia | Thursday, October 16 from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM |
| Joshua Tree | Saturday, October 25 from 1:00 PM-2:00 PM |
| Lake Arrowhead | Tuesday, October 28 from 4:00 PM-5:30 PM |
| Loma Linda | Monday, October 20 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Lucerne Valley | Wednesday, October 29 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Mentone | Thursday, October 30 from 3:30 PM-5:00 PM |
| Montclair | Friday, October 17 from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Muscoy | Saturday, October 25 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Phelan | Saturday, October 18 from 2:00 PM-3:00 PM |
| Rialto | Wednesday, October 29 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Yucaipa | Tuesday, October 14 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Yucca Valley | Saturday, October 25 from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM |

Something spooky is creeping into the library…
Join us for an evening full of mysterious happenings and eerie surprises! The Highland Sam J. Racadio Library and Environmental Learning Center will transform into Monster Lane—a spine-tingling adventure filled with interactive exhibits, spooky activities, and fun for all ages!
Wander through our pumpkin patch, say hello to our giant sulcata tortoise, Pumpkin, and snap some frightfully fun photo ops!
Bonus Treat: Check out 15 items during your visit to earn a chilling reward and a chance to win the grand prize!
Family-friendly costumes are welcome—so dress to impress (or distress)!
Don’t miss this spooktacular Monster Bash… if you dare!
| Location: | Date and Time: |
|---|---|
| Highland Branch Library | Wednesday, October 29 from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM |
In celebration of National Family Literacy Month, the San Bernardino County Library invites families to bring their favorite stories to life—brick by brick—at the LEGO® Building Contest, taking place at three SBCL branches on Saturday, November 15.

The event encourages young builders to combine creativity with literacy by recreating a scene, character, or setting from a favorite book—built entirely at home using LEGO® bricks, without adult help or pre-designed kits.
To enter, builders must check out 10 library items and present the receipt to receive an official entry form. Entries are limited to 75 per branch, with one entry allowed per family. Creations must not exceed 11 inches by 17 inches in base size and 2 feet in height. Entries will be accepted onsite for display at each participating branch between Nov. 12 and 14, prior to the event.
All entries will be judged in four story-inspired categories: Fairytale, Mystery, Science Fiction, and Realistic Fiction. Winners will be announced at the end of each event.
Guests can also enjoy family-friendly fun throughout the day, including craft stations and a drop-in build area hosted by Play-Well TEKnologies, where visitors can experiment and build freely.
The LEGO® Building Contest is free to attend and open to the public. Families are encouraged to register early, as space is limited.
| Location: | Address and Phone Number: | Drop off Dates: | Date and Time: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley Newton T. Bass Branch | 14901 Dale Evans Parkway, Apple Valley 760-995-8750 | Nov 12-14 | Saturday, November 15 from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM |
| Chino Hills James S. Thalman Branch | 14020 City Center Dr., Chino Hills 909-590-5380 | Nov 12-14 | Saturday, November 15 from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM |
| Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center | 8437 Sierra Avenue, Fontana 909-574-4500 | Nov 12-14 | Saturday, November 15 from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM |

| Branch Library | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Adelanto | Saturday, December 20 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Apple Valley | Tuesday, December 9 from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Barstow | Saturday, December 6 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Big Bear Lake | Tuesday, December 16 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Bloomington | Wednesday, December 17 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Cal Aero | Wednesday, December 10 from 5:30 PM-7:00 PM |
| Chino | Wednesday, December 17 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Chino Hills | Tuesday, December 9 from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Crestline | Wednesday, December 3 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Fontana | Tuesday, December 16 from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM |
| Branch Library | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Grand Terrace | Monday, December 15 from 3:30 PM-5:30 PM |
| Hesperia | Thursday, December 18 from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM |
| Highland | Wednesday, December 17 from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM |
| Joshua Tree | Saturday, December 13 from 1:00 PM-2:00 PM |
| Lake Arrowhead | Tuesday, December 16 from 4:00 PM-5:30 PM |
| Loma Linda | Monday, December 8 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Lucerne Valley | Thursday, December 18 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Mentone | Thursday, December 18 from 2:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Montclair | Friday, December 12 from 4:00 PM-5:30 PM |
| Muscoy | Saturday, December 13 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Needles | Tuesday, December 9 from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Phelan | Wednesday, December 17 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Rialto | Saturday, December 13 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Running Springs | Saturday, December 13 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM |
| Twenty-nine Palms | Saturday, December 20 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
| Wrightwood | Saturday, December 13 from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM |
| Yucaipa | Tuesday, December 16 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Yucca Valley | Saturday, December 13 from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM |