The Oceanside Library partnered with local coffee shop Brew Crew on Feb. 13 to mark P.S. I Love You Day, a national initiative dedicated to standing up against bullying, supporting mental health and helping prevent suicide.
As part of the collaboration, teens from the Oceanside community gathered to write uplifting messages on coffee sleeves that were distributed to customers throughout the day. Each cup of coffee carried a handwritten reminder of kindness and connection — small gestures designed to make a meaningful impact.
“A simple message can make a powerful difference and remind someone that they are never alone,” organizers said of the effort.
Caitlin Waldron, head teen librarian at Oceanside Library, helped coordinate the event and said the program gave young people a hands-on way to promote compassion.
“It’s often the little things that can make the biggest impact on someone’s day,” Waldron said. “Our teens created uplifting messages with the hope of brightening the day of each person who picks up a coffee. P.S. I Love You Day is dedicated to eradicating the stigma surrounding mental health. Because we all face challenges at times, it felt especially meaningful to give the teens an opportunity to spread kindness and make someone’s day just a little bit brighter.”
Customers who stopped by Brew Crew were met not only with their usual orders but also with colorful sleeves featuring handwritten notes of encouragement, affirmations and reminders of support.
The library extended its gratitude to its teen volunteers, the Oceanside High School Wellness Center and Brew Crew for helping make the initiative a success and for bringing positive energy and awareness to mental health in the community.
Library officials said the partnership reflects Oceanside Library’s broader mission to create engaging programs and safe, inclusive spaces for residents of all ages. Through collaborations such as P.S. I Love You Day, the library continues to foster connection, learning and emotional support across the Oceanside community.
