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Portrait of Anna May Wong: Painting Workshop

In-Person Program

2024-05-17 16:30:00 2024-05-17 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Portrait of Anna May Wong: Painting Workshop Learn about Anna May Wong, the first Chinese American film star in Hollywood. Join us for a screening of the documentary Anna May Wong: In Her Own Words while painting pre-drawn canvases of this screen siren by artist Carmen Butler. For ages 13 - 17. San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Friday, May 17
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-17 16:30:00 2024-05-17 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Portrait of Anna May Wong: Painting Workshop Learn about Anna May Wong, the first Chinese American film star in Hollywood. Join us for a screening of the documentary Anna May Wong: In Her Own Words while painting pre-drawn canvases of this screen siren by artist Carmen Butler. For ages 13 - 17. San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

San Gabriel Library

Meeting Room

Learn about Anna May Wong, the first Chinese American film star in Hollywood. Join us for a screening of the documentary Anna May Wong: In Her Own Words while painting pre-drawn canvases of this screen siren by artist Carmen Butler. For ages 13 - 17.

Children younger than 13 years old may be admitted to this screening only if accompanied by their legal guardian during the entirety of the program.

Presented by Teen Culture Club in partnership with the Asian Pacific Resource Center

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

San Gabriel Library

Phone: 626.287.0761

Hours
Mon, Sep 16 Closed
Tue, Sep 17 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 22 Closed

About the branch

San Gabriel Library was founded in 1915 and moved to its present site in 1967. The non-profit Friends of the San Gabriel Library organization was founded in 1967 to support and promote awareness of the Library and its services.  An interior mural painted by accomplished Native American artist Robert Freeman in 1984 depicts life at the Mission San Gabriel Arcángel in the late eighteenth century while recognizing the importance of the indigenous people of the area, the Gabrielino-Tongva Nation.

The library underwent a refurbishment in 2007 that added an elevator tower, enhanced community room, updated technology, new furnishings, and a bright and colorful redesign which included a paint restoration of the mural. 

Upcoming events

Wed, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for book club as we discuss Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton. Copies of this title are available at the Information Desk. For ages 18 and up.

Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, please join us to create Guatemalan Worry Dolls. For children ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 

Tue, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for conversation circle. Each meeting will provide new English learners with the chance to practice English with other adults on different topics in a supportive and informal environment. For Adults

Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Sep 28, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
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 13 - 17

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Let's celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as we learn about the origins of piñatas. Afterwards, create your own mini piñata to take home. Enjoy taking a turn at breaking apart our piñata! For ages 12 – 17.

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which falls on October 31 this year. Then, make a Diwali-inspired tea light votive and coaster to take home! For Adults

Sat, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about cultures and faiths around the world through their fall celebrations. Explore food traditions during Rosh Hashanah, Diwali, and the Moon Festival, then use paper to create a plate of foods eaten on special occasions. For ages 8 - 12.

Wed, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for book club as we discuss Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala. Copies of this title are available at the Information Desk. For ages 18 and up.

Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.