Open the Doors...

Four-fifths of the $1 million needed to open the doors of the new Atascadero Library, located at 6555 Capistrano Ave., has already been raised. Donations are still needed to fund construction costs and provide furnishings and equipment. We need your support. Donate $100 per month over a 10-month period to become a Founder of our new Atascadero Library. Call (805) 466-3495 for more details.

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Atascadero Library:
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  • 15,000 square feet of library space
  • Quiet, pedestrian-friendly downtown location
  • Larger areas for adults and children to seek information, read and interact
  • New Teen Center
  • Technology Center with enhanced computer access
  • Spacious second-floor Community Room
Donor recognition opportunities...

Areas in new library are available for sponsorship. More info...

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Art by Mandy Weathers at Total Look Salon...
Mandy Weathers

Mandy Weathers (on left) was the featured artist at April 13 reception held at Total Look Salon at 4307 El Camino Real (461-1603). Dena Raigel (on right), owner of the salon, organized the benefit that raised over $1300 for the Atascadero Library. Mandy's art remains on display at the salon through the end of May. She will donate 25% of her sales to the library during this period.

Open the Doors video on YouTube...
YouTube video

Check out the new Open the Doors video on YouTube. The video, starring many local library supporters and celebrities, was produced by Randy Allen.

Upcoming Events...
Book Sale
Saturday,  June 9,  9AM-2PM
Friends of the Library Book Sale!
Behind the library
More details...

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Saturday,  June 23,  10AM-3:30PM
Central Coast Children's Classic
Portola Inn
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MOCA Foundation challenge grant...

Mary Bianco of MOCA Foundation has issued a $10,000 challenge grant to the community of Atascadero to encourage other $10,000 donations. Tax deductible donations can be mailed to Friends of the Library, P.O. Box 9, Atascadero, CA 93423. For more information call Grenda Ernst at 466-3495.

Items needed for Silent Auction...

The library is accepting donations of items for the Silent Auction. Items should be small enough to fit in the display case in the lobby. New items are up for auction at the beginning of each month. All proceeds benefit the library expansion fund.