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Create, Play & Explore: For Toddlers and Preschoolers

In Person Program

2024-04-13 10:00:00 2024-04-13 11:15:00 America/Los_Angeles Create, Play & Explore: For Toddlers and Preschoolers Explore your child's development while participating in open ended art activities and play that develop fine and gross motor skills, language and vocabulary, and an appreciation for the world around us. For ages 1 - 5 and their caregivers.  Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, April 13
10:00am - 11:15am

Add to Calendar 2024-04-13 10:00:00 2024-04-13 11:15:00 America/Los_Angeles Create, Play & Explore: For Toddlers and Preschoolers Explore your child's development while participating in open ended art activities and play that develop fine and gross motor skills, language and vocabulary, and an appreciation for the world around us. For ages 1 - 5 and their caregivers.  Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Explore your child's development while participating in open ended art activities and play that develop fine and gross motor skills, language and vocabulary, and an appreciation for the world around us. For ages 1 - 5 and their caregivers. 


Please join us during the program for a Parent Café for an opportunity to chat with other parents and caregivers and gather Positive Parenting tips from an Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian

This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

Funding provided by DMH.

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library

Phone: 562.866.1777

Hours
Mon, Jul 22 Closed
Tue, Jul 23 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 24 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 28 Closed

About the branch

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library was founded in 1954 - the same year that Lakewood officially incorporated as a city. Originally the library was located in the Faculty Shops in Lakewood Center near what was then the City Hall.

The library moved to a larger building in 1959 and was rededicated in 1965 as the Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, after Lakewood's first mayor.

The library moved to its present location in 1973. An active Friends of the Library group was formed in 1972 and supports the Angelo M. Iacoboni Library and the George Nye, Jr. Library, which is also in Lakewood.

On February 12, 2001, the Angelo M. Iacoboni Library reopened for service following several months of renovation. The project was a joint effort of Fourth District Supervisor Don Knabe, the City of Lakewood and the County of Los Angeles Public Library. The remodeled library has a different layout, improved lighting, technology upgrades, and a Friends of the Library Bookstore.

Upcoming events

Fri, Jul 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you up for this Summer Discovery Program challenge? Think like an engineer, explore the design process, and create a marble maze using straws, tape, and a paper plate. For ages 5 – 12 with adult caregiver.

Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us in the meeting room to learn about the history and cultural significance of the art of henna design. You'll also get the chance to design a temporary henna tattoo on your own hands to show off this summer! For ages 12 - 18.

Tue, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our monthly book club! This month we'll be discussing "Calico Joe" by John Grisham. Copies of the book will be available at the customer service desk. This program is for adults.

Wed, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 3 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our monthly book club! This month we'll be discussing "Calico Joe" by John Grisham. Copies of the book will be available at the customer service desk. This program is for adults.

Thu, Aug 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 2 years and caregivers. Registration Required.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Make your own bird feeder, create a fly through restaurant for our avian neighbors, and learn the different methods of bird identification with library books and smartphone apps. For Adults.
This event is full

Fri, Aug 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn about illusory motion and our persistence of vision by making a thaumatrope – an optical illusion toy that dates back to the Victorian era!  For ages 6 - 12 and their caregivers.

Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE School Readiness Vaccines for Kids and COVID-19 Vaccines for all ages. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured.
Register

Wed, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 3 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about solar energy this summer and make your own solar oven to melt and cook items without electricity. For ages 10 - 18.

Thu, Aug 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 2 years and caregivers. Registration Required.
This event is full

Sat, Aug 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about raising confident children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3 - 12.

Wed, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a special Rainbow Parenting and Family Program Smarty Pants Storytime! Meet other local LGBTQ families, share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! For kids ages 3 - 5 and their families. Registration Required

Thu, Aug 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 2 years and caregivers. Registration Required.
This event is full

Tue, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Looking for a fun event all the members of the family can enjoy? Join us for a STEAM-centric story time. This month lets learn about food chemistry and make our own ice cream. For ages 6 - 12 and their caregivers. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 3 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Aug 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 2 years and caregivers. Registration Required.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. For ages 12 - 18.