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!

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