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Rainbow Parenting & Family Program Kickoff: Play & Explore

In-Person Program
2024-06-12 11:15:00 2024-06-12 11:45:00 America/Los_Angeles Rainbow Parenting & Family Program Kickoff: Play & Explore Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity to kick off a series of Rainbow Parenting & Family programs! Meet other local LGBTQ+ families, share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! For kids ages 0 - 5 and their families. West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 12
11:15am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2024-06-12 11:15:00 2024-06-12 11:45:00 America/Los_Angeles Rainbow Parenting & Family Program Kickoff: Play & Explore Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity to kick off a series of Rainbow Parenting & Family programs! Meet other local LGBTQ+ families, share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! For kids ages 0 - 5 and their families. West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

West Hollywood Library

Meeting Room

Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity to kick off a series of Rainbow Parenting & Family programs! Meet other local LGBTQ+ families, share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! For kids ages 0 - 5 and their families.

Rainbow Parenting & Family Programs strive to build community and create a safe space for LGBTQ+ families in the library. 

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.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Preschoolers | Babies | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Education & Literacy | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Smart Start | Rainbow Parenting & Family Program | LGBTQ+ Pride |

West Hollywood Library
Phone: 310.652.5340
Hours
We're closed Monday March 31
Mon, Mar 31 Closed
Tue, Apr 01 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

West Hollywood Library began service to the area (then unincorporated ) in 1913. The library was previously located at Sherman School, a cottage on Clark Street, a building on Westbourne Drive, and a building near the present site. The Library has an active Friends of the Library group.

The new library was dedicated October 1, 2011.

Upcoming events

Brain Games - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Especially for adults 55 and up. Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Drag Story Hour - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun drag storytime with the fabulous Queen Angelina reading stories that promote diversity and inclusion! Co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood through WeHo Arts. For children of all ages.
East West Players Theater for Youth presents: Patsy - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
East West Players Theater for Youth presents "Patsy," an original play by Alison Minami about the first Asian-American Congresswoman, Patsy Mink. This program is intended for teen audiences.
Free Basic Tech Training - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn Basic Tech (LBT) is dedicated to bridging the digital divide in Los Angeles County. You may drop in between the hours of 11 am - 7 pm. For adults.
Register
Yoga for Toddlers - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun yoga session with instructor Petra Poschmann! Parents and toddlers will practice basic yoga poses inspired by nature and animals. For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity with infant toys, art supplies, puppets, and more! For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Movie Monday: Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022) - In-Person Program
Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the 2022 film Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, starring Daniel Radcliffe and Rainn Wilson and directed by Eric Appel. Rated TV-14. For adults.
Bilingual Spanish Storytime with Mama Maestra - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Celebrate Dia de los Ninos with this special bilingual storytime with Mama Maestra! For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Activity Hour for Kids: Make Your Own Tambourine - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
Learn about the history of the tambourine and how it's used in different types - or genres - of music. Then make your own tambourine! All materials provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 16, 11:15am - 11:35am
Children's Theater
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 16, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Children's Theater
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.
WeHo Reads: Richard Blanco and Kim Dower - Virtual Program
Wed, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join us for an inspiring National Poetry Month discussion between two celebrated poets whose work explores the intersection of identity, culture, and human connection. For adults.
Brain Games - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Especially for adults 55 and up. Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu and COVID-19 - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured. 
Register
Poetry Scrabble - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Join City of West Hollywood Poet Laureate Jen Cheng as we play with this interactive sculpture to celebrate National Poetry Month! For adults.
Teen Earth Day Planting Party - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Study Room
Come celebrate Earth Day with us in style and paint your own gardening pot! We’ll provide the pots, an assortment of different seeds, and soil so you can take your plants home and watch them grow! For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 23, 11:15am - 11:35am
Children's Theater
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 23, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Children's Theater
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity with infant toys, art supplies, puppets, and more! For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Colorful Fridays - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Come join us for Colorful Fridays for a relaxing hour of coloring. Supplies are provided. For adults.
Life Lines: An Autobiographical Poetry Writing Workshop - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a one-day workshop focused on autobiographical writing taught by City of West Hollywood Inaugural Poet Laureate Steven Reigns. For adults.
Activity Hour for Kids: Make Your Own Bird Feeder - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
Learn amazing facts about the most common birds in Los Angeles and build your own bird feeder using recycled materials in honor of Earth Day! Recommended for ages 5 -12.
LGBTQ+ Book Club Discussing Small Rain by Garth Greenwell - In-Person and Virtual Program
Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the LGBTQ+ Book Club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of Small Rain by Garth Greenwell. For adults.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:35am
Children's Theater
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 30, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Children's Theater
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Study Room
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17.
Intro to Computer-Aided Design for 3D Printing - In-Person Program
Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn about 3D design and printing using the free computer-aided design (CAD) software Tinkercad. Design a small object to be printed on the library's 3D printer (to be picked up at a later date). For adults.
Poetry Workshop: Where Do Poems Come From? Week 1 of 3 - In-Person Program
Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a poetry workshop with former City of West Hollywood Poet Laureate Kim Dower. For adults.
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