The San Bernardino County Library branches are about to get a little spooky. Monster Mayhem is the theme for October’s reading event, and patrons are invited to join their local library branch for a monstrous good time.
The challenge is simple: check out 15 items—books, audiobooks or digital resources—and claim your frightful favor. Every completed challenge also enters participants into the drawing to score a beastly bonus, a monster-sized surprise revealed at the event’s finale.
“Monster Mayhem is a playful way to remind families that reading is not only important—it’s fun,” said County Library Event Coordinator Elizabeth Williams “Whether you’re a child discovering your first favorite book or an adult who loves a good thriller, everyone can join in the excitement.”
Along with the reading challenge, library branches will host monster-themed activities, games and crafts. Costumes are encouraged. The Monster Mayhem reading events are free and open to all ages.
Find the monster fun at these County Library branches:
Crestline Branch
24105 Lake Gregory Dr., Crestline
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025
3 to 5 p.m.
Cal Aero Preserve Academy Branch
15850 Main St., Chino
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Apple Valley Newton T. Bass Branch
14901 Dale Evans Pkwy., Apple Valley
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Yucaipa Branch
12040 5th St., Yucaipa
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Hesperia Branch
9650 7th Ave., Hesperia
Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025
4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Montclair Branch
9955 Fremont Ave., Montclair
Friday, Oct. 17, 2025
4 to 5 p.m.
Phelan Memorial Library
9800 Clovis Rd., Phelan
Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
2 to 3 p.m.
Loma Linda Branch
25581 Barton Rd., Loma Linda
Monday, Oct. 20, 2025
3 to 5 p.m.
Big Bear Lake Branch
41930 Garstin Dr., Big Bear Lake
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center
8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025
4 to 7 p.m.
Grand Terrace Branch
22795 Barton Rd., Grand Terrace
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Joshua Tree Branch
6465 Park Blvd., Joshua Tree
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
1 to 2 p.m.
Yucca Valley Branch
57271 29 Palms Hwy., Yucca Valley
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
1 to 3 p.m.
Adelanto Branch
11497 Bartlett Ave., Adelanto
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
2 to 4 p.m.
Barstow Branch
304 E. Buena Vista St., Barstow
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
2 to 4 p.m.
Muscoy Baker Family Learning Center
2818 Macy St., Muscoy
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
2 to 4 p.m.
Lake Arrowhead Branch
27235 Highway 189, Blue Jay
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Chino Hills James S. Thalman Branch
14020 City Center Dr., Chino Hills
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
4 to 7 p.m.
Bloomington Branch
18028 Valley Blvd., Bloomington
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
3 to 5 p.m.
Chino Branch
13180 Central Ave., Chino
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Lucerne Valley Janice Horst Branch
33103 Old Woman Springs Rd., Lucerne Valley
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Rialto Branch
251 West 1st St., Rialto
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Mentone Senior Center and Library
1331 Opal Ave., Mentone
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025
3:30 to 5 p.m.
For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov or call 909-387-2220.
