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Mobile made with paper folded into origami butterflies

Origami Butterfly Mobile

In-Person Program
2024-05-15 16:00:00 2024-05-15 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Origami Butterfly Mobile Paperfolding has a long ceremonial history in Japan (origami) and China (zhezhi) and has become an art form. For ages 12 - 17.  Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, May 15
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-15 16:00:00 2024-05-15 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Origami Butterfly Mobile Paperfolding has a long ceremonial history in Japan (origami) and China (zhezhi) and has become an art form. For ages 12 - 17.  Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Castaic Library

Meeting Room

Paperfolding has a long ceremonial history in Japan (origami) and China (zhezhi) and has become an art form. For ages 12 - 17. 

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with us and discover the connection between origami, kirigami, karakuri, and (surprise!) napkin folding. Then, learn how to make this beautiful origami butterfly mobile. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month | Art Activity |

Castaic Library
Phone: 661.257.7410
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Mon, Apr 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 12 Closed
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About the branch

The Castaic Library opened in November, 2008 in a 6,985 square foot storefront facility. To meet the needs of a growing community, a renovated and expanded library opened in March, 2015. The new Castaic Library features a community meeting room, two group study rooms, an expansive Children's area and a dedicated Teen area. Prior to the opening of the Castaic Library, the area was served by the Santa Clarita Bookmobile.

Upcoming events

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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
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Adult 101: Getting a Summer Job - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Want some tips on how to get a summer job? Look no further than the library! Stop by to learn where to look for a job, what skills and experience to include on your application, and how to apply. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Roll for a Poem - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us to create your own poem using the roll of a dice to guide you along the way.  Once you're done, share your literary masterpiece and celebrate everyone else's creation in this fun and interactive workshop. All supplies provided. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
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Adult 101: Getting a Summer Job - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Wednesday, April 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Want some tips on how to get a summer job? Look no further than the library! Stop by to learn where to look for a job, what skills and experience to include on your application, and how to apply. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Artsy Kids: Expressive Painting - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Explore the connection between color and emotion in this expressive painting workshop, where students will learn about color psychology and its impact on feelings. For ages 5 - 12 years with parent or guardian.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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.
Join the Largest Book Club on the West Coast - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Join us for a community reading program of exceptional scope – one book for all of the west coast. This special book club will feature discussion about 'They Called Us Enemy' by George Takei. For adults.
The Power of Visual Storytelling - In-Person Program
Mon, Apr 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Study Room
Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy, exploring how visual storytelling conveys depth. We'll talk about Mr. Takei's prison camp experience and create prints about our personal experiences. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Create, Play, & Explore - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
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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 adult caregivers.
Día de los Niños Celebration - In-Person Program
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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El Día de los niños/ Día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) - or Día- celebrates kids, families, and reading around the world. Join us for a fun filled day! For ages 5 - 12 with an accompanying parent or caregiver.
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