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   Library Programs & Events - Coming Soon (please note location)

HANNAH MONTANA...CONCERT (2008) - Summer Family Film
Wed., August 20, 3:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
Our Summer Family Festival continues with this rockin' concert film starring TV pop idol Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus
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MONTANA BRANCH BOOK GROUP - March
Wed., August 20, 7:00 p.m. - Montana Branch Library
Winner of the 2006 Pulitzer Prize, March by Geraldine Brooks follows the father character from Little Women as he leaves behind his family to serve in the Civil War, an experience which challenges his beliefs and his marriage
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ARE YOU READY! with The Biggest Loser's BOB HARPER
Sat., August 23, 2:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
Bob Harper, the loveable trainer and fitness expert from NBC's hit reality series, The Biggest Loser, visits the Library to motivate those wanting to take charge, lose weight, get in shape and change their lives forever. Book sale and signing to follow.

WHY WRITE?
Sat., August 23, 2:00 p.m. This event postponed until 9/27/08 - Montana Branch Library
Local writer Anne Bunney will discuss her trials and tribulations of becoming a published author in the hopes of inspiring others to achieve their dreams as well. If she did it, so can you!

TOY STORY (1995) - Summer Family Film
Wed., August 27, 3:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
For the final screening in our Summer Family Film Series, we go "to infinity and beyond" with our favorite toy friends Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the gang in this animated Pixar favorite.

GREEN LIVING WORKSHOP
Wednesdays, Aug. 27 - Oct. 1, 7:00 p.m., Main Library
Be part of the solution--educate and empower yourself with simple steps that save our environment and you money.  This six-week workshop covers: Water, Energy, Waste, Chemicals, Transportation & Travel, and Shopping & Food.  To register, contact Barent Roth at Sustainable Works, (310) 458-8716 x1 or roth_barent@smc.edu.

ENCHANTED (2007) - In Case You Missed It
Thur., August 28, 2:00 p.m. - Montana Branch Library
A would-be princess is kicked out of her animated world and thrust into modern-day New York City in this delightful Disney tale starring Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey and Susan Sarandon.

BRIGHT LIGHT CHAMBER PLAYERS IN CONCERT
Sat., August 30, 2:30 p.m.-
Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium. The Bright Light Chamber Players return to perform for the Santa Monica Community. They will play Brahms piano quartet and much more!

AN EVENING WITH VINCENT BUGLIOSI
Sun., Sept. 4, 7:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium.
Renowned prosecutor and true crime author Vincent Bugliosi ignites a fierce debate with his new book, The Prosecution of George W. Bush for Murder.  Book sale and signing to follow. Limited seating. Tickets available one hour prior to event. Guests must be on hand to receive a ticket. No reservations.

9 TO 5 (1980) - Monthly Movie Classic
Tue., Sept. 9, 3:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
Just as a stage musical adaptation of this comedy classic opens in Los Angeles, the Santa Monica Public Library takes a look back at the original version starring Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton.

DISCOVER YOUR MENTORING MOSAIC
Sun., Sept. 14, 2:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium.
Speaker Lu Ann Darling discusses her book Discover Your Mentoring Mosaic: A Guide to Enhanced Mentoring.  A book sale and signing will follow the event.

EMMA GILBEY KELLER PRESENTS THE COMEBACK
Mon., Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m.-Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium. 
In The Comeback: Seven Stories of Women Who Went from Career to Family and Back Again, Emma Gilbey Keller profiles a variety of women--of various ages and backgrounds--and shows that there are many opportunities and possibilities for women looking to reclaim their careers after taking time off to be with their families. TV journalist Willow Bay will interview.

MADE OF HONOR (2008) - "Maybe You Missed It" Series
Wed., Sept. 17, 7:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
Grey's Anatomy hunk Patrick Dempsey stars as a serial dater, who suddenly finds he's in love with his female best friend, just as she gets engaged to another man and asks Patrick to be her maid of honor at her wedding.

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Tues., Sept. 23, 2:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium. 
Dr. Joshua Grill, from the UCLA Alzheimer’s Disease Center, will discuss the causes of Alzheimer’s disease and how it differs from other forms of dementia.
 

DEFINITELY, MAYBE (2008) - "Maybe You Missed It" Series
Fri., Sept. 26, 3:00 p.m. - Main Library, MLK Jr. Auditorium
Abigail Breslin stars as the young daughter of recently-divorced Ryan Reynolds in this breezy romantic comedy hit.

WHY WRITE?
Sat., September 27, 2:00 p.m. - Montana Branch Library
Local writer Anne Bunney will discuss her trials and tribulations of becoming a published author in the hopes of inspiring others to achieve their dreams as well. If she did it, so can you!

 

The Santa Monica Public Library is wheelchair accessible. For special disabled services, call Library Administration (310) 458-8606.

All events subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.

 

This page was last modified on 08/20/2008

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