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Paper-Making

In-Person Program
2024-07-02 14:00:00 2024-07-02 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Paper-Making Join us to explore the history and fundamentals of handmade paper. You'll get to create your own paper using colored pulp, shapes, flowers, and yarn. For ages 13 - 17. Cudahy Library -

Tuesday, July 02
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-02 14:00:00 2024-07-02 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Paper-Making Join us to explore the history and fundamentals of handmade paper. You'll get to create your own paper using colored pulp, shapes, flowers, and yarn. For ages 13 - 17. Cudahy Library -

Join us to explore the history and fundamentals of handmade paper. You'll get to create your own paper using colored pulp, shapes, flowers, and yarn. For ages 13 - 17.

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 |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Summer Discovery Program |

Cudahy Library
Phone: 323.771.1345
Hours
We're closed Wednesday June 19 due to Juneteenth
Mon, Jun 17 Closed
Tue, Jun 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 19 Closed
(Juneteenth)
Thu, Jun 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 23 Closed
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About the branch

Library service in Cudahy dates back to 1913. At that time, the library operated out of a private home. In 1914, the library moved to a room in a school and was open for an hour on Wednesdays and for three hours on Saturdays. Then known as the Antonio Library, circulation for the year was 4,936.

In 1924, the library moved again, once more occupying a private home. Mrs. Burke was the librarian, a position she was to hold from 1914 through 1936. Patron usage was highest in the areas of gardening, poultry, and scientific subjects.

In 1936, another move; another private home; and circulation was up-14,513. In 1939 deliveries of books to San Antonio Library were made via Pony Express.

In 1946, the library moved again, this time to its own building and circulation was up to 21,992 after the decline during the war years. Growth continued until, in need of space, books, increased hours, the library closed, temporarily, in May of 1957 - to reopen in its own facility adjacent to City Hall, on September 14, 1968.

Today the library serves a community of about 24,000 people of diverse ethnic backgrounds.

Upcoming events

Droning with Drones4Kids - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Are you curious about drones and how they work? Join us for this hands-on program! Ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Marble Maze Challenge - In-Person Program
Fri, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Succulent Sand Terrarium - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Terrariums are a great way to add a little greenery to your desk. Join us as we make some colorful succulent sand terrariums. Learn about the history of terrariums and their growth in popularity over the years. For ages 13 – 17.
Weaving with a Loom - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children will learn basic weaving techniques as they create a potholder or hot pad using a simple loom and cloth loops. Participants will be able to take their finished project home. All materials will be provided. For ages 8 - 12.
Make Your Own Bird Feeder - In-Person Program
Sat, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.  
Paper-Making - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to explore the history and fundamentals of handmade paper. You'll get to create your own paper using colored pulp, shapes, flowers, and yarn. For ages 13 - 17.
Free Vaccine Clinic - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the updated 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured. 
Register
Button-Making - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Explore your creative side through button-making! Add flair to your gear or gift to your friends. While you are here, learn about our digital and print comic books and graphic novels. For ages 13 - 17.
Pixel Art - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the evolution of video game art and then create your own pixel art using patterns or design your own original piece! For ages 7 - 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Hmong Paj Ntaub Motifs - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Please join us to create an art motif based on paj ntaub, which means "flower cloth" to the Hmong, an ethnic group living throughout Southeast Asia.
Positivity Rocks! - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about library resources for teen health and wellness. Afterwards, share your thoughts about positivity as we paint rocks with positive messages. For ages 13 - 17.
Board Game Day - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
What makes you smart, busts boredom, and is round all over? Watermelon chess of course! Learn about this and other board games from around the world. Afterwards, play your favorite board game with friends. For ages 7 - 12.
Coco Coir Planters - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Coco coir planters are made from the husks of coconuts which can be planted in the ground with no waste.  This workshop will help you start your seeds for your summer garden using this environmentally friendly material. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
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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