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    President's Day Closure

    Watsonville Public Libraries will be closed in observance of President’s Day on Monday, February 16, 2026.

  2. Text Author Talks and images of authors and book covers

    Author Talks

    Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders with this virtual event series.

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    Readers Corner

  4. redwood trees and logo for california state parks and california adventure pass

    CA Parks Pass

    Check out the CA State Park Pass to visit state parks for free and participate in a variety of virtual events this fall streaming live from different parks.

  5. a variety of movie covers with text cinema with kanopy

    Kanopy

    Kanopy - Get free access to thousands of movies with your library card. Explore British Cinema & TV, Episodic Series, and U.S. Documentaries.

  6. image of app on a phone with text library app now available on google play and apple store

    Library App

    Watsonville Public Library is very excited to announce that we now have a library app that can be used to manage your library account, search our collection, and keep up with library news and happenings from your phone or other device.

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    eBooks

    Available through Libby, Overdrive, and Tumblebooks

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  1. Cuddly stuffed animals having a sleepover with an image of the library shelves in the background.

    Stuffy Sleepover

    In celebration of Read Across America ~ we are hosting a sleepover for cuddly stuffed animals Read on...
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    Friends of the Watsonville Public Library Annual Meeting

    You are invited to the Friends of the Library Annual meeting Read on...
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    Role-playing Games at the Library

    Watsonville Public Library and the Santa Cruz County Roleplaying Games Group invite anyone in the community interested in tabletop role-playing games Read on...
  4. Photo of library patrons sitting on the floor at mothersong

    Mothersong

    Sing and Dance with Us! Read on...
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    Pokémon Club

    Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Read on...
  6. Photo of a Boy holding a wrap, various vegetables and fruits

    Books N Bites

    Interested in learning about nutrition and wellness? Read on...
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    Sensory Play

    Looking for interactive and engaging activities for your child? Read on...
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    Videogame Tournaments

    Did you know that we host monthly videogame tournaments at our Main Library? Read on...
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    Teen Craft and Chill

    Have a teen in your life looking for a fun after-school activity? Read on...
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    Toddler Tumble Time

    Get ready to tumble!!! Read on...
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    Bilingual Baby Laptime

    Join us for some fun while helping your child build socialization and early literacy skills Read on...
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    Bilingual Toddler Storytime

    Our Bilingual Toddler Storytime features fun songs, rhymes and books that foster early literacy Read on...
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    Family Movie Night

    Join us for a Family Movie Night at 5:30pm on the first Wednesday Read on...
  14. Two people on computer sitting on a chair

    Tech Café

    Are you interested in learning about technology? Read on...
  15. Image of Dr. Victoria Bañales and clipart of a feather pen

    Poets' Circle 2026

    Tune into our Poets’ Circle and open mic hosted by Magdalena Montagne. Read on...
  16. Clipaart: Soda Can, Chips, cookie, candy hand with thumb and another with thumb down check & x marks

    Teen Taste-off

    Read on...
  17. Book Cover for: The Connection Cure, The God of the Woods, and How to Know a person.

    Author Talks

    Enjoy live virtual author talks this January ~ each talk features the opportunity to participate in an author Q&A or pre-submit questions during registration. Read on...
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  1. Feb 16
  2. Library Closure: President's Day

    Watsonville Public Libraries will be closed in observance of President’s Day on Monday, February 16. All library materials can be returned in the book drops during the closure.
    Library Closure: President's DayRead On
  1. Feb 17
  2. Sensory Play

    Looking for interactive and engaging activities for your child? Join us for Sensory Play, each month will feature a different theme and new ways to stimulate your growing child’s senses. Activities may include: water play, kinetic sand, touch-and-see tables, slime, finger painting, instrument exploration, aromatic experiences, and new tastes. Audience: Children aged 1-5 and their caregivers.
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  3. Sewing Classes

    ✨ Free Sewing Classes ✨ Ready to unleash your creativity and learn a new skill? Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced sewer, our free sewing classes are for you. Join us for a fun, hands-on experience where you can: 🧵 Learn sewing basics – no experience required. 🧵 Build your skills – Pick the project that matches your skill level. 🧵 Meet new friends – all ages and backgrounds encouraged. 🧵 Bring your own projects – get help with what you want to create. This program will take place on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 4:00-5:30pm at the Freedom Library, Creative Cafe. All ages & skill levels welcome. These classes will be facilitated in English.
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  4. Teen Taste-Off

    Teens are invited to channel their inner food critic at our monthly Teen Taste-Off Program ~ each month will feature a new snack in a variety of flavors that they will get to taste and vote on their favorite. Audience: Teens
    Teen Taste-OffRead On
  1. Feb 18
  2. Bilingual Baby Laptime

    Join us for some fun while helping your child build socialization and early literacy skills ~ our Bilingual Baby Laptime will take place in-person at the Freedom Library, Meeting Room on Wednesdays at 10:30am, and at Main Library, Meeting Room on Fridays at 10:30am.
    Bilingual Baby LaptimeRead On
  3. Bilingual Toddler Storytime

    Our Bilingual Toddler Storytime features fun songs, rhymes and books that foster early literacy ~ this program takes place at the Freedom Branch on Wednesdays at 11:30am, and at the Main Library, Storytime Room at 10:30am.
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Watsonville Public Library

  1. 275 Main St., Suite 100
    Watsonville, CA 95076
    831-768-3400

    Mon 10am - 8pm
    Tues 10am - 8pm
    Weds 10am - 8pm
    Thurs 10am - 8pm
    Fri 10am - 6pm
    Sat 12pm - 4pm
    Sun Closed

Freedom Branch Library

  1. 2021 Freedom Blvd.
    Freedom, CA 95019
    831-768-3420

    Mon Closed
    Tues 10am. - 6pm
    Weds 10am . - 6pm
    Thurs 10am . - 6pm
    Fri 10am . - 6pm
    Sat 12pm - 4pm
    Sun Closed

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    275 Main St., Suite 100
    South Entrance
    Watsonville, CA 95076
    831-768-3410

    Mon 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    Tues 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    Wed 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    Thurs 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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