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Book cover of "The Misfits A Royal Conumdrum"

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Tween Book Club- Calling Young Readers!

In-Person Program

2024-06-25 16:00:00 2024-06-25 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Tween Book Club- Calling Young Readers! Start your summer off with a mystery by reading: A Royal Conundrum (The Misfits) by Lisa Yee. Then, join an engaging discussion of this book along with trivia, games and other fun activities! Recommended Ages: 9 - 12. Reading level: 3rd - 7th grade. A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Tuesday, June 25
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-25 16:00:00 2024-06-25 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Tween Book Club- Calling Young Readers! Start your summer off with a mystery by reading: A Royal Conundrum (The Misfits) by Lisa Yee. Then, join an engaging discussion of this book along with trivia, games and other fun activities! Recommended Ages: 9 - 12. Reading level: 3rd - 7th grade. A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

A C Bilbrew Library

Activity Room

Start your summer off with a mystery by reading: A Royal Conundrum (The Misfits) by Lisa Yee. Then, join an engaging discussion of this book along with trivia, games and other fun activities! Recommended Ages: 9 - 12. Reading level: 3rd - 7th grade.

Olive Cobin Zang has . . . issues. And they mostly aren’t her fault. (No, really!) Though she often slips under the radar, problems have a knack for finding her. So, imagine her doubts when she’s suddenly dropped off at the strangest boarding school ever: a former castle turned prison that's now a “reforming arts school”! But nothing could’ve prepared Olive for RASCH (not “rash”). There, she’s lumped with a team of other kids who never quite fit in, and discovers that the academy isn’t what it seems—and neither is she. In fact, RASCH is a cover for an elite group of misfits who fight crime . . . and Olive has arrived just in time. Turns out that RASCH is in danger of closing, unless Olive’s class can stop the heist of the century. And as Olive falls in love with this wacky school, she realizes it’s up to her new team to save the only home that’s ever welcomed them.  Description provided from publisher. *NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*

Physical copies of this book are available for checkout in-person and via digital formats on our website.

Register online, in person, or by phone. Library staff are available to assist. 

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!

A C Bilbrew Library

Phone: 310.538.3350

Hours
Mon, Apr 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 04 Closed

About the branch

Located in a shopping center from 1964 to 1974, the North Enterprise Branch became the A C Bilbrew Library with the opening of the present building on November 2, 1974. Los Angeles County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn was instrumental in the library obtaining funding through a Model Neighborhood Development Program to build a 21,000 square foot library with a capacity to house 100,000 books. The library was designed by Vincent Proby, an African-American architect and is named for Madame A C Bilbrew, a community leader and former deputy for Supervisor Hahn who was also a musician and poet.

In 1933, Mrs. Bilbrew was the first black soloist to appear on radio, and in 1928, she produced the first Negro chorus that was featured in Hollywood's first Negro talkie, titled "Hearts in Dixie." She was the first black person to have a radio show. Mrs. Bilbrew was also a producer of pageants and dramas, an outstanding dramatic reader, and choral director.

A C Bilbrew Library houses the Black Resource Center which supports research and study on social, historical, musical, and cultural aspects unique to the "Black Experience" such as Juneteenth and Kwanzaa. From 1980-2008, A C Bilbrew Library has hosted the County Library's African American History Month Celebration. The "Living Black History Tribute" first honoree was Eubie Blake. This became the "African-American Living Legend" Series. Past Honorees have included Cab Calloway, Count Basie, Rosa Parks, James Baldwin, Coretta Scott King, and Ray Charles. An interactive Living Legends digital display is featured in the main lobby. The library is located in an unincorporated area west of the City of Compton.

Upcoming events

Wed, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Activity Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and crafts extension activities included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Activity Room
Unleash your creativity and bring your ideas to life in this guided sketching workshop inspired by nature’s fantastic elements! For ages 5 and up.

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room
Help reduce stress and promote personal wellness while participating in a relaxing, Spring-inspired coloring event at the library. For Adults 

Wed, May 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Activity Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and crafts extension activities included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Come join us in learning all about Filipina American artist Pacita Abad. After, learn to create your own abstract mixed-media painting. For teens ages 12-18.

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Activity Room
Join Bernice the butterfly and her forest friends as they must work together to overcome a big challenge! For families with children of all ages.

Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Come learn how during our beginner's crochet series. Learn the basics & create your own scarf just in time to accessorize your outfits for Spring! All materials will be provided. Ages 10+

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Explore the remarkable world of percussion instruments and the rich legacy of Black string artists like Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson! Join us for an enriching workshop featuring soloists from the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles. For 3+.

Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Activity Room
Did you know that solving puzzles can help reduce stress, improve your mood, and strengthen your brain's processes? Join us for a fun and engaging night of puzzle solving! For Adults

Wed, May 14, 11:15am - 11:45am
Activity 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.

Wed, May 14, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Activity Room
Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Activity Room
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For ages 13 - 17

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room
Once per month, kids can join us in the activity room to learn teamwork, communication, and make friends while enjoying an afternoon of music, video games, board games, art activities, books and more! For ages 6 - 12.

Wed, May 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Activity Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and crafts extension activities included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, May 21, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Activity Room
Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.

Thu, May 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Come learn how during our beginner's crochet series. Learn the basics & create your own scarf just in time to accessorize your outfits for Spring! All materials will be provided. Ages 10+

Wed, May 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Activity 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.