Classic Characters come to life during March at County Library branches

Red event poster for San Bernardino County Library's "Classic Characters Event," March 2026, featuring illustrations of a bear in a red hat and a joyful monkey. — *Mark your calendars for March 2026! We’re throwing a party for the legends of the page. Think Paddington, Curious George and more!*

Beloved storybook favorites, including Paddington Bear, Curious George and If You Give a Moose a Muffin, will take center stage this March as the San Bernardino County Library launches Classic Characters Month, a celebration featuring family-friendly programs, interactive activities and special incentives at 23 library branches throughout the county.

Designed to spark imagination and strengthen literacy, Classic Characters Month invites children and families to rediscover iconic characters through themed crafts, read-alouds, creative activities and character-inspired events held throughout the month.

“Our libraries are a place where stories come alive,” said County Library Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “By highlighting beloved characters like Paddington Bear and Curious George, we’re helping families connect joyful memories with reading and encouraging young readers to explore books in a fun and meaningful way.”

In addition to literacy-based activities, select events will feature face painters and balloon artists, giving children the chance to transform into their favorite storybook characters and further immerse themselves in the magic of classic tales.

All events are free and open to the public. Programs are designed primarily for children and families, though all ages are welcome to attend.

As part of the celebration, patrons who check out items during Classic Characters Month will be eligible for special rewards. Participants who meet their branch’s checkout requirements will receive a classic character plush keychain and an opportunity to be entered into a drawing for a grand prize.

Celebrate timeless tales—here’s where all the Classic Characters Month excitement is happening:

Lake Arrowhead Branch
27235 Highway 189, Blue Jay
Tuesday, Mar. 3
4 – 5:30 p.m.

Big Bear Lake Branch
41930 Garstin Dr., Big Bear Lake
Tuesday, Mar. 3
4 – 6 p.m.

Yucaipa Branch
12040 5th St., Yucaipa
Tuesday, Mar. 3
4 – 6 p.m.

Chino Branch
13180 Central Ave., Chino
Wednesday, Mar. 4
4 – 6 p.m.

Crestline Branch
24105 Lake Gregory Dr., Crestline
Wednesday, Mar. 4
4 – 6 p.m.

Montclair Branch
9955 Fremont Ave., Montclair
Friday, Mar. 6
4 – 5 p.m.

Yucca Valley Branch
57271 29 Palms Hwy., Yucca Valley
Saturday, Mar. 7
1 – 3 p.m.

Twentynine Palms Branch
6078 Adobe Rd., Twentynine Palms
Saturday, Mar. 7
1 – 3 p.m.

Adelanto Branch
11497 Bartlett Ave., Adelanto
Saturday, Mar. 7
2 – 4 p.m.

Muscoy Baker Family Learning Center
2818 Macy St., Muscoy
Saturday, Mar. 7
2 – 4 p.m.

Chino Hills James S. Thalman Branch
14020 City Center Dr., Chino Hills
Tuesday, Mar. 10
3 – 6 p.m.

Apple Valley Newton T. Bass Branch
14901 Dale Evans Pkwy., Apple Valley
Tuesday, Mar. 10
4 – 6 p.m.

Bloomington Branch
18028 Valley Blvd., Bloomington
Wednesday, Mar. 18
3 – 5 p.m.

Mentone Senior Center and Library
1331 Opal Ave., Mentone
Thursday, Mar. 19
3 – 5 p.m.

Grand Terrace Branch
22795 Barton Rd., Grand Terrace
Thursday, Mar. 19
3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Hesperia Branch
9650 7th Ave., Hesperia
Thursday, Mar. 19
4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Loma Linda Branch
25581 Barton Rd., Loma Linda
Tuesday, Mar. 24
3 – 5 p.m.

Highland Sam J. Racadio Library and Environmental Learning Center
7863 Central Ave.
Wednesday, Mar. 25
4 – 6 p.m.

Rialto Branch
251 West 1st St., Rialto
Wednesday, Mar. 25
4 – 6 p.m.

Lucerne Valley Janice Horst Branch
33103 High Desert State Scenic Hwy., Lucerne Valley
Wednesday, Mar. 25
4 – 6 p.m.

Phelan Memorial Library
9800 Clovis Rd., Phelan
Thursday, Mar. 26
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Barstow Branch
304 E. Buena Vista St., Barstow
Saturday, Mar. 28
2 – 4 p.m.

Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center
8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana
Tuesday, Mar. 31
4 – 7 p.m.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220 or follow us on Facebook or Instagram. The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County Library strives to provide equal access to information, technology, events and services for all people who call San Bernardino County home.

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