As you begin 2026, we invite you to add one more meaningful resolution to your list: supporting the Friends of the Oceanside Library.
The Friends are an incredible group of dedicated community members who support the Library in many ways, most notably by funding special programs, resources, and initiatives that benefit patrons of all ages.
Thanks to the Friends, the Library has been able to offer and support a wide range of events and services, including:
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Dr. Seuss and Friends Day
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Summer Reading prizes for children, teens, and adults
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New Parent and Grandparent Fair
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Annual Volunteer Fair
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The Oceanside Seed Library
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OceanCon
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Coming this spring: a Story Walk Project at Oceanside Park!
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And many more!!
Interested in getting involved? Learn more about how to join the Friends of the Oceanside Library, Click Here.
You can also support the Friends by attending these upcoming fundraising events:
- Comedy After Hours: A Laugh-Out-Loud Fundraiser (21+ only)
- Saturday, January 24 at 7:30pm
- Annual Founders Day Breakfast
- Sunday, March 22 at 10am
- More details coming soon!
- April Win Every Day Raffle
- Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win great prizes, drawn every day in April!
- Stay tuned! More details coming soon.
And of course, we couldn’t leave you without a custom “Friends of the Library” reading list! Keep scrolling to discover some great picks!
January blog written by Head Reference Librarian Rebecca Alberto
