Fallbrook Library hosts February events

FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Library will host many free events this month including concerts, a movie and a Valentine’s Day Tea Party.

Monday, Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. – The Insight Book Club will meet to discuss the novel “Zarafa” by Michael Allin. In 1826, the Viceroy of Egypt sent a giraffe to King Charles X, 2000 miles down the Nile, across the Mediterranean before walking the last 550 miles to Paris.

Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m. – Book Discussion: The Friends of the Fallbrook Library will lead a discussion of author Craig Ferguson’s Walter Longmire series, the basis for the acclaimed TV series, “Longmire.”

Thursday, Feb. 14 at 3:30 p.m. – Valentine’s Day Party: Come join the fun for a Valentine’s Day Tea Party with cookie decorating, Valentine card making, crafts, face painting, balloon twisting, photo booth and refreshments. Fun for the whole family.

Saturday, Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. – Community Read with Author Craig Johnson: Johnson will talk about the Walt Longmire series which is the basis for the hit TV series, “Longmire.” Tickets are $35 and must be purchased by Feb. 11 at the Bottom Shelf Bookstore or at http://fallbrooklibraryfriends.org.

Monday, Feb. 18 – The library will be closed for Presidents Day.

Thursday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. – Friends Concert: Anthony “Fallbrook Kid” Cullins is a musical prodigy whose guitar playing ability is years beyond his age. His playing style ranges from Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton to George Benson and Wah Wah Watson. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library.

Sunday, Feb. 24 at 3 p.m. – Classical Concert: Ian and Sean Bassett are an identical twin guitar duo. They showcase a wide range of music with a repertoire from the Renaissance, Baroque and Classical eras. Pre-concert talk is at 2:30 with light refreshments following. Sponsored by the Fallbrook Music Society.

Thursday, Feb. 28 at 1 p.m. – Concert: Freaney & Friends. This month’s guests will be Joni Mitchell tribute performers Robin Adler on vocals and Dave Blackburn on guitar. Both live in Fallbrook and have performed extensively in San Diego County. Supported by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library.

Thursday, Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. – Cinema at the Library: This month’s film, “Ralph Breaks the Internet” takes place six years after the events of “Wreck-It Ralph.” Two friends discover a Wi-Fi router in their arcade, leading them into a new adventure.

The Fallbrook Library is located at 124 S. Mission Road. For more information about these and additional scheduled activities, visit http://www.sdcl.org or call (760) 731-4653.

Submitted by Fallbrook Library.