A.K. Smiley Public Library

Serving the City of Redlands, California since 1894

Established in 1894, A.K. Smiley Public Library has served generations of patrons in the City of Redlands and beyond. The only “admission fee” is curiosity. Lifelong learning is at the center of activity in the beautiful, historic building and attractive grounds!

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Library Day: May 14

Surf’s Up at Library Day!

SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2022

Surf’s up at Smiley Library! Come down to Smiley Park on Saturday, May 14 for family fun. This year’s theme reflects the importance of the Pacific Ocean to Southern California’s cultural identity.

The day will begin at 10am with a special historical presentation in the Assembly Room, followed by games, face painting, and more in Smiley Park. Local band Arena Red performs live from 11:30am-2pm, which you can enjoy while feasting on a complimentary In-N-Out lunch (while supplies last).

Round out the day with a screening of the classic 1959 film “Gidget”, starring Sandra Dee, in The Contemporary Club at 2pm.

Treasures from the Heritage Room will also be on display for a “Seaside Rendezvous” of historical materials in the Reference Wing of the Library.

Sponsored by a generous grant from Esri, it’s a day of fun that you and your family won’t want to miss!

LIBRARY DAY AT A GLANCE

SPECIAL HISTORICAL PROGRAM
10am in the Assembly Room

FUN AND GAMES
11am-2pm in Smiley Park

LIVE MUSIC FEATURING ARENA RED
11:30am-2pm in Smiley Park

 LUNCH WITH IN-N-OUT
11:30am-2pm in Smiley Park (while supplies last)

 GIDGET (1959 FILM)
2pm in The Contemporary Club

 “SEASIDE RENDEZVOUS” EXHIBIT
Smiley Library Reference Wing
Laguna Beach by Merle Porter, Merle Porter Collection

an Evening of Music with Paul Stein: May 10

 

An Evening of Music with Paul Stein
Cinema and Romance
Paul Stein, violinist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic for 36 years, returns to the Smiley for an encore performance to perform Music from Fiddler on the Roof, Cinema Paradiso, and Schindler’s List. Pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach, Aaron Copeland, and John Williams will be featured.

The Contemporary Club
Tuesday, May 10, 6:30 pm
FREE and open to the public

Accepting Donations starting Monday April 18

AKSPL Donation Policy

A.K. Smiley Public Library accepts donations

of gently used books, DVDs and CDs

 

Thank you for your support and patience during these challenging times. In an effort to keep everyone safe, the following rules will be implemented:

  • Donation drop-off hours will be Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm, with the exception of when the library is closed for holidays.
  • Please limit donations to 4 bags/boxes per day. If you have more than 4 bags/boxes please call Smiley Library (909) 798-7565 to see if special accommodations can be arranged.
  • Because of COVID-19 staff will not be able to assist with unloading donations.
  • Please wear a mask, ring the doorbell at the library’s delivery door located on Eureka Street and a cart will be provided.
  • Smaller donations may be placed in the donation bin located outside the Assembly Room door on the south side of the library.

Please see our donation map for the delivery entrance and donation bin locations.

Tween Craft Hangout – Paper-making: April 20

Would you like to learn the magical process of paper-making out of paper scraps? Then join us for this extraordinary, JUST-FOR-TWEENS, paper-making event!

Tween Craft Hangout: Paper-making!
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
3:30-4:30pm
Ages 8-12
The Contemporary Club at A.K. Smiley Public Library
173 S. Eureka St. Redlands (located south of the Library across Smiley Park)
Registration is required and space is limited so don’t delay…register today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nlveaxewy6f_ATXRYWzDLrGUKg4-hCF_Vz9kQEgJcPk/edit

Three Week Intermediate Computer Class: May 2

 

Three Week Intermediate Computer Class
Week One: Create a document in Microsoft Word
Week Two; Create a slideshow in Microsoft PowerPoint
Week Three: Create a spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel

Space is limited. Please reserve your spot by calling (909) 798-7565 or coming to the reference desk.