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A.K. Smiley Public Library

Serving the City of Redlands, California since 1894

Because of California's Regional Stay Home Order to slow the spread of COVID-19, in-person services are suspended until further notice. Books to Go, eLibrary, and Virtual Story Time are available and we are looking into other ways to continue to service the community. Read more about how Smiley Library is protecting the community from COVID-19.

News + Events

Closed for the Holidays

Closed

The library will be closed for the following upcoming holidays:

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Holidays Date(s) Observed
Christmas December 24 – 26
New Years Day January 1 – 2
Martin Luther King Day January 18
President’s Day February 15
Easter April 12
Memorial Day May 31
Independence Day July 5
Labor Day September 6
Columbus Day October 11
Veteran’s Day November 11
Thanksgiving Nov. 25 – 27
Christmas December 24 – 25
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Family Day 2020


Looking for a fun socially distant family activity? AK Smiley Public Library in Redlands will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of their Young Readers’ Room with a special drive-through Family Day event on Saturday, October 10 from 9 AM to 12 PM. Families are invited to drive-through and stop at six different stations by entering into the library driveway via westbound Vine Street. The first 200 families will receive a variety of gifts including a free hardback children’s book, a bag of school supplies courtesy of the Contemporary Club, a centennial anniversary craft item, grade appropriate paperback books and finally a big wrapped Stater Bros sugar cookie. All without having to leave your car!

Cars will exit via Eureka Street which will be blocked at Brookside Avenue to facilitate traffic flow. Participants are directed to approach via Cajon Street and then turn onto westbound Vine Street.  A map of the route can be found here.

You can also enjoy Family Day virtually! Explore virtual reading and crafts.

JobNow VetNow

VetNow/JobNow’s features include:

  • Live Veteran Navigator Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.
  • JobNow Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, 24/7 access to local job resources and more!
  • Resume Assistance Prepare your resume with help from JobNow resources including resume templates; receive expert feedback via live interaction or the resume lab.
  • Prepare for Your Interview Review interview tips and resources; connect with a job coach to practice interviewing.
  • Live Assistance Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading, writing, history, GED, college placement tests and more!
  • Career Resources Begin your job hunt with JobNow’s powerful tools.
  • Skills-Building Choose your topic to receive real-time help.
  • Multiple Ways to Learn Multiple, research-based tools to accommodate all types of learners.
  • Thousands of Robust Lessons Clear explanations and vivid artwork to help users master academic concepts.
  • Broad Range of Subjects Full academic support for your patrons in hundreds of subject areas, including AP subjects, career certifications, GRE, GMAT, and more.
  • Personalized eLearning Tools My File Sharing, My Session Replay, My Tutoring Archive, My Tests Archive, and more!
  • Adult Learning Center Access a library of rich adult learning content (GED) and live, professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more!

Online Voting Workshop: Oct 17

 

Join the League of Women Voters and Key to Community members for a nonpartisan look at the Easy Voter Guide and ballot for the upcoming November 3rd election. This virtual workshop will give you the facts about the election so you can make informed voting decisions. Register today!

The Woman’s Vote: A Century of Suffrage

Celebrate the centennial of the 19th Amendment by exploring a new virtual exhibit about the fight to enfranchise women in the United States. “The Woman’s Vote: A Century of Suffrage” discusses the efforts of women in city of Redlands, state of California, and across the country to win the right to vote. The long struggle culminated in the passage of the 19th Amendment a century ago.

See the exhibit here or visit the Special Collections page.

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