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Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy

In-Person Program
2024-06-18 14:30:00 2024-06-18 15:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy Learn about the amazing life of the sea star and how it survives in the ocean. Experience marine life up-close with The Blue Submarine’s live tidepool animals, including sea stars, urchins, sea slugs, hermit crabs, and more! Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library -

Tuesday, June 18
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-18 14:30:00 2024-06-18 15:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy Learn about the amazing life of the sea star and how it survives in the ocean. Experience marine life up-close with The Blue Submarine’s live tidepool animals, including sea stars, urchins, sea slugs, hermit crabs, and more! Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library -

Learn about the amazing life of the sea star and how it survives in the ocean. Experience marine life up-close with The Blue Submarine’s live tidepool animals, including sea stars, urchins, sea slugs, hermit crabs, and more!

For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required.

Join our free game for all ages! Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Preschoolers | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Environment & Nature |

TAGS: | Animals |

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Phone: 310.327.4830
Hours
Mon, May 05 Closed
Tue, May 06 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 07 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed
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About the branch

The original library opened in a leased storefront building at 18419 S. Avalon Blvd on June 4, 1959. The present library was dedicated on June 2, 1973.

Upcoming events

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Month: Origami Crane Mobile - In-Person Program
Tue, May 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we celebrate the legacy of Sadako Sasaki and her thousand origami cranes. After learning about Sadako’s impact, you will create your own origami crane mobile.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Do you know what it takes to put up structures like houses and buildings? Learn about engineering by joining us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Paper Lanterns - In-Person Program
Tue, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning about the history and significance of paper lanterns in Asian culture. Then design your own paper lantern to take home. For ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Game Day - In-Person Program
Thu, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Before the age of digital games were board games. Learn about different board games that kids used to play. Then enjoy the company of friends while playing a variety of board games! All games provided. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Do you know what it takes to put up structures like houses and buildings? Learn about engineering by joining us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Science of Magic Show - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn about the science of magic with California Joe. The show will surely offer loads of audience participation and kids get to help with the magic tricks! Registration required. For ages 5 – 12 with adult caregiver.
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