🎅Take Pictures with Santa on December 3rd, 10th, & 17th!📷️

This week, Santa is coming to the San Benito County Free Library! Come take a picture with Santa on December 3rd, from 5:30pm-6:45pm. Book in advance to secure your spot! Give us a call at (831) 636-4107, email us at: library@sanbenitocountyca.gov, or come in person to sign up!

The Palace Project is now added to our Online Resources!

The Palace Project has officially been added to our Online Resources! Discover thousands of eBooks and audiobooks through The Palace Project, your library’s free digital reading app. With Palace, you can browse, borrow, and read or listen anytime—no late fees, no waiting lists, and no need for multiple apps. Enjoy… Continue reading

💻️Drop-In Tech Help Session on Oct. 28th!📱

Need help with your cell phone or tablet? Seniors Council of Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties, in partnership with the San Benito County Free Library and Friends of the San Benito County Free Library are hosting the following drop-in tech help sessions:Location: Barbara RoomSan Benito County Free Library470 Fifth… Continue reading

💀Teen Terror Short Story Contest🦇

Teen Terror Short Story Contest Think you can write a story that sends shivers down our spines? Enter the Teen Terror Short Story Contest at the San Benito County Free Library for your chance to win creepy-good prizes and earn the title of one of our top teen horror writers!… Continue reading

🎃Halloween Story Time with Monty on Oct. 29th!🦇

Halloween story time with Monty! Join us for a fun and educational Storytime all about dental hygiene—featuring Monty the monkey in costume & @publichealthsbc ! October 29 10:00 AM San Benito County Free Library 470 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023 Kids will learn about keeping their teeth healthy, healthy foods… Continue reading

📢Free Immigration Clinic on Oct. 29th!⛪

Free Immigration Clinic in Hollister! Join Catholic Charities for a free Immigration Clinic on Wednesday, October 29, from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM at St. Benedict’s Church Hall (1200 Fairview Rd, Hollister, CA). Services include: Immigration consultations DACA renewals Green Card renewals Family Preparedness Plans Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments… Continue reading

🎃Family Pumpkin Painting at the Library on Oct. 24th @ 1pm🎨

Family Pumpkin Painting at the Library! Join us on Friday, October 24th, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM for a fun and festive Family Pumpkin Painting event! All ages are welcome to come personalize a pumpkin and get creative together! We apologize for any inconvenience, but please note this event replaces the… Continue reading

🏫Gavilan College Outreach Events starting on Oct. 16th!📚️

 Gavilan College is coming to YOU!No appointment needed — just walk in and get one-on-one support from the Gavilan College Outreach Specialist! Get your questions answered, access resources, and take the first step toward your college journey.Happening at the San Benito County Free Library!Address:470 5th St, Hollister, CA 95023 Upcoming Dates:• Oct 16,… Continue reading