Fort Bragg Library

Kids Craft Time
2026-04-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Kids Craft Time
Most first and third Saturdays, 11 am – 12 pm at Fort Bragg Library.
All supplies provided.
You bring your enthusiasm, we’ll do the rest!

LEGO® Block Party
2026-04-07 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-14 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-21 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
LEGO® Block Party
Most Tuesdays
2-5 pm
Kids and families!
Check the calendar for updates.

Creative Writing Workshop
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Creative Writing Workshop
Writers of the Mendocino Coast
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 2-3:30 pm
This month: POETRY: Not Your Mama’s Poem: Explore a different way of writing with Elizabeth Vrenios
Writers of the Mendocino Coast are providing free monthly creative writing workshops for adults. All workshops are lead by published authors and will feature different genres and themes each month.
No sign-up is required. Just bring yourself, your BFF, your notebook and your pen.
For more information about the writing workshops, contact Writers of the Mendocino Coast at info@writersmendocino.org. You can also visit their website at writersmendocino.org.

Ms. Vrenios has been published in numerous anthologies. She is a Professor Emeritus at American University in Washington D.C. and the editor of WMC’s 2026 anthology.

Library at Farmer's Market
2026-04-08 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-22 14:30 - 16:30 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Library at Farmer’s Market
Most 2nd and 4th Weds of the month
Downtown, Franklin St
(Inside the Old Rec Center Gym if it is raining)

Fort Bragg Branch Library is at the Farmers Market most 2nd and 4th Weds of the month. Stop by our table, say hi and check out all the happenings at the library! You might even get a free book!

See you at the Farmers Market!

Poetry Writing Workshop
2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Poetry Writing Workshop
Second Thursday of the month,
3-4:30 pm

Notes on the Art of Poetry
I could never have dreamt that there were such goings-on
in the world between the covers of books,
such sandstorms and ice blasts of words,,,
such staggering peace, such enormous laughter,
such and so many blinding bright lights,
splashing all over the pages
in a million bits and pieces
all of which were words, words, words,
and each of which were alive forever
in its own delight and glory and oddity and light.
Dylan Thomas

Poetry writing is often referred to as the “effort to provide insight into the human spirit”. It encourages us to free our imaginations and express the human spirit in our own unique style.
The Fort Bragg Library Poetry Writing Workshops will include samples of the various styles and techniques of poetry writing, displays of published works, in-session writing exercises along with readings and discussions of individual works produced during the workshops.
Join us the second Thursday of the month, 3-4:30 pm, to find your hidden poet within! Workshops are free. For Adults and older Teens.

Storytime
2026-04-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-18 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-24 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-25 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-01 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-02 10:30 - 11:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
STORYTIME
MOST FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS
10:30-11

Join us for some fun stories, fingerplays and songs.
Storytime is for kids and their grown-ups.
Stories are geared for the 0-6 age range but older siblings are always welcome.

Tech Help at Redwood Senior Center
2026-04-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
TECH HELP AT REDWOOD COAST SENIOR CENTER
SECOND FRIDAYS OF EACH MONTH, 1:00 – 3:00 P.M.
Get help with:
► laptops / cell phones / tablets
► email & social media
► basic software & internet help
These events will be taught by staff from the Mendocino County Library at Redwood Coast Senior Center, 490 N. Harold St, Fort Bragg.
Bring your device/s and your login information.
Have questions? Please contact Nayo or Lily at the Library: (707) 234-2861

The Summer Garden
2026-04-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Fort Bragg Seed Library Presents
The Summer Garden
with an emphasis on
Cooperation and Biodiversity
SATURDAY, April 11, 2026 10-11:30 am
Gardening expert, Sakina Bush, will discuss the basics of summer gardening with an emphasis on Cooperation and Biodiversity.
These are FREE classes and no sign-up is necessary.
Tell your friends! They won’t want to miss this valuable information.
And don’t forget to bring your notebooks and pens.
Sakina has been gardening on the coast for 17 years. She formerly taught vocational horticulture for Mendocino County schools and currently operates Sakina’s Garden Nursery providing garden starts for local gardeners.

Donation Acceptance Day
2026-04-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Friends of the Fort Bragg Library Donation Acceptance Day
The Friends accept donations the 2nd Saturday of every month, 12-3, in the alley west of the library.
Please check HERE for what is accepted and what is not before you bring your donations. Thank you.

Nailed It! Adult Crafting with Amie
2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:00 | CA
Nailed It! Adult Crafting with Amie
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2-4 pm
Space is limited and sign-ups are required at least one week prior to the event.

Comics Club
2026-04-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Comics Club
for ages 8-12
Third Wednesdays, 3 to 4 p.m.
Kids aged 8-12! Join us as will talk about graphic novels and comics.
Snacks provided.

Earth Day @ Noyo Food Forest
2026-04-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Noyo Food Forest, 300-A Dana Street, Fort Bragg, 95437, United States
Earth Day @ Noyo Food Forest
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 12-5 pm
Located @ Fort Bragg High School (The Learning Garden)
Stop by Fort Bragg Branch Library’s table @ Noyo Food Forest’s 17th Annual Earth Day Festival. We’ll have a fun activity, some free seeds, and more. This is a FREE, family-friendly community celebration. We hope you can join us!

Noyo River Grill Annex Fundraiser
2026-04-20 11:00 - 20:00 | Noyo River Grill, 1011 S Main St, Fort Bragg, CA, 95437, United States
Noyo River Grill Annex Fundraiser
Monday, April 20, 2026
11:30 am – 9 pm
1011 S Main St. Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Live music provided by Sean Hathorn, 5-8 pm.
Lunch & Dinner benefit at Noyo River Grill for Friends of the Fort Bragg Library Annex Project. Fantastic food with a world class view! Plus wonderful music!

Police Officer Story Time
2026-04-25 10:30 - 11:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Police Officer Story Time
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:30-11 am
Join us for this special story time. Officers from FBPD will be here reading to and discussing safety with the kids. Plus, they’ll get the chance to check out the inside of a real police car!

Friends—the One with the Murder—a murder mystery event
2026-04-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Friends—the One with the Murder
a murder mystery event for adults & teens
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 2-4 pm
Oh. My. God! Dan, the Librarian, has been poisoned by one of the Friends and it’s up to us to solve the crime.
Could it BE any more exciting?
Bring your own friends and join us for the fun!
Take your chances with snacks provided by Friends of the Fort Bragg Library, if you dare.

Adult Book Club
2026-04-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Adult Book Group

Last Thursday of the month (except Nov/Dec)
Winter 3-4 pm, DST 4-5 pm
Are you interested in reviewing and discussing intriguing contemporary fiction and nonfiction books on a variety of topics? Then you will love our Adult Book Group!
Join us as we explore books of all kinds—fiction, special interests, current and past affairs, fun trends, memoirs, etc. The goal of the Adult Book Group is to offer readers a fresh approach to the traditional book club.
For placement on the reserve list, send an email to Branch Librarian, Dan Hess, hessd@mendocinocounty.org. You can also stop by the library or give us a call to reserve a copy of the monthly selection, 707-964-2020.
We look forward to sharing a reading adventure with you!

Members Only Pre-Sale
2026-05-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Friends of the Fort Bragg Library Members Only Pre-Sale
Friday, May 1, 2026, 3-6 pm
The Spring Book Sale features thousands of unique titles in every genre imaginable.
In addition to books, the Friends are selling raffle tickets for a new Kindle.
Proceeds from the Book Sale help the library finance special collections and provide lots of fun, educational programming.
Help support your library at the Friends’ Spring Book Sale.
Memberships are $10 per calendar year. You can join the Friends by signing up and paying your dues at the Library beforehand or pay at the door.
All proceeds go to Friends of the Fort Bragg Library.

FREE Comic Book Day
2026-05-02 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
FREE Comic Book Day
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 10-5*
Celebrate National FREE Comic Book Day @ Fort Bragg Branch Library. We have comics for kids, teens and adults.
First-come, first-served.
(Drop-in only. We will not reserve or hold comic books)
*while supplies last

Spring Book Sale
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Fort Bragg Library, 499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Spring Book Sale
Friends of the Fort Bragg Library
Saturday & Sunday
March 2 & 3, 2026
10 am – 4 pm
The Spring Book Sale features thousands of unique titles in every genre imaginable.
In addition to books, the Friends are selling raffle tickets for a new Kindle.
Proceeds from the Book Sale help the library finance special collections and provide lots of fun, educational programming.
Help support your library at the Friends’ Spring Book Sale.
*Members Only Sale: Friday, May 1, 3-6 pm. Memberships are $10 per calendar year. You can join the Friends by signing up and paying your dues at the Library beforehand or at the door the night of.
