Share Your Vision

The Escondido Public Library invites the community to help develop a dynamic new vision for the Library’s future by completing a survey. The survey includes a variety of spaces that could be available at the expanded library. Please select whether you would “like” or “dislike” each option and fill out the comment box so that we know why.

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Share Your Vision

Let us know what you want in a new Escondido Public Library at an upcoming community meeting.

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Foli app for iPad

Read digital magazines at the library

iPad users can read digital magazines for free while in the library with the Foli app.

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Book Club in a Bag

Start Your Own Book Club

Host your own book club with our new Book Club in a Bag program!

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When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Where: Board Room

Selected title is La cupula / Under the Dome by Stephen King. Monthly bilingual book discussion facilitated by Miriam Ruvinskis.
When: Monday, May 27, 2013 - All Day

Memorial Day - Library Closed
When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:05 AM
Where: Children's Storytime

Help your child get ready for school and learn a second language at the same time through songs, finger-plays, and stories taught in English and Spanish. For Toddlers ages 3-5 years.
When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Is your child ready for school? Help them practice listening while learning new songs, finger-plays, and the love of books with retired Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Cox. For Ages 4-5 years.
When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Children's Room

A hands-on learning experience for kids ages 6-12 with the goal of having fun, gaining knowledge and enjoying true sportsmanship. Learn to Win or Play for Fun!For ages 6-12 years.
When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Earn community service credit while creating handmade items to donate to the community. No experience necessary. Supplies and snacks provided.
When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:05 AM
Where: Children's Room

Get ready to sing and clap along with Cowboy Charlie as he shares old cowboy tunes and favorite children's classic songs around the children's tree.
Ages- 3-5 Years

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

One of the many specialized units of Navy Band Southwest is the SeaBreeze Jazz Combo an ensemble consisting of four very talented and experienced musicians. With a four piece rhythm section, trumpet, and a saxophonist the group’s forte is its versatility.
When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Is your child ready for school? Help them practice listening while learning new songs, finger-plays, and the love of books with retired Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Cox. For Ages 4-5 years.
When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Children's Room

A hands-on learning experience for kids ages 6-12 with the goal of having fun, gaining knowledge and enjoying true sportsmanship. Learn to Win or Play for Fun!For ages 6-12 years.

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Locations & Hours

Main Library

239 S. Kalmia St.
760-839-4684

Main Library

Mon, Tues: 10-8
Wed, Thurs, Fri: 10-6
Sat: 10-5

Technology Center

2245 E. Valley Parkway
760-839-4395

Mon - Thurs: 12-6

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LibraryYOU

Sharing Local Knowledge

How to Research Your Historic Escondido Home
How to Research Your Historic Escondido Home
by Lucy Berk

Holiday Closure

The library will be closed
Monday, May 27
for Memorial Day.