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New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services

In-Person Program
2024-06-26 17:00:00 2024-06-26 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services 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. Compton Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 26
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-26 17:00:00 2024-06-26 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services 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. Compton Library - Meeting Room

Compton Library

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.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. 

Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

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AGE GROUP: | Babies | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Workshop |

Compton Library
Phone: 310.637.0202
Hours
Mon, Jun 24 Closed
Tue, Jun 25 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 26 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 30 Closed
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About the branch

Compton Library branch of the Los Angeles County Free library opened its doors in July of 1913, the 11th branch of today's LA County Library.

The library was located in a storefront building near Main and Tamarind Streets and was later moved to the Compton Union High School at 212 S Acacia Street.

In 1925 a separate building was erected in the City Hall Park at 123 W Almond Street, where it remained until 1974, when the current facility was dedicated at 240 W Compton Boulevard.

Upcoming events

PBS SoCal Family Math Night: No Sew Sock Animals - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join PBS SoCal at Compton Library for a Family Math Night to explore 3D shapes while making no sew sock plushies. For children ages 2 - 8 with parent or caregiver.
This event is full
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn with hands-on experience using the world's most popular building bricks. Build projects then get the opportunity to explore and discover the joys of STEM education. For Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
LGBTQ+ Pride Month Art Activity for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the history of Pride month and then create your own pride buttons and bracelets. For ages 12 - 18
Friday FILM Fest: Dogsville - In-Person Program
Fri, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us Friday for a film fest where we will show family friendly movies and have a mini discussion afterwards. The movie is rated PG. Recommended for children 5 and up with a parent or caregiver.
Horror Book Club - In-Person Program
Fri, Jun 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to discuss Alexis Henderson's, House of Hunger. To borrow a print copy of the book, please contact the Compton Library directly. For ages 18+
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Jun 29, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Not So BOARD GAMES Tuesdays - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family while playing a variety of board games. All games will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. 
Basic Computer Skills: Mobile Devices Android - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn more about the basic functions, how to get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using their device safely. Please bring your own device to the program, we do not provide them. For ages 18+
Toddler Paint - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Build your toddler's pre-literacy, sensory, and motor skills while enjoying fingerpainting and art stamps. For ages 1 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.
Summer Celebrations - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn about cultures and faiths around the world through celebrations happening this summer. Explore the traditions of Summer Solstice, Obon, and Paryushana Parva. Then write a story about your family or favorite summer memory. For ages 8 - 12.
Friday FILM Fest: Miss Mones - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us Friday for a film fest where we will show family friendly movies and have a mini discussion afterwards. The movie is rated PG. Recommended for children 5 and up with a parent or caregiver.
Coloring for Adults - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the Art Nouveau Movement of the early Twentieth Century while coloring Art Nouveau designs. All supplies are provided. For ages 18+
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 06, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Builder Brick Botanicals - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to tinker with everyone’s favorite builder bricks. We’ll create models of unique and interesting plant life from across the globe and earn prizes in our plant trivia game! For ages 13 – 17.
PBS SoCal: Math Camp with Peg + Cat Camp - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join PBS SoCal and Compton Library for Math Camp with Peg + Cat! This camp will inspire children’s natural curiosity about math and science concepts while helping them develop new skills and strategies for solving problems creatively. For ages 2 - 8
Basic Computer Skills: Mobile Devices: iOS (Apple) - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn more about the basic functions, how to get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using their device safely. Please bring your own device to the program, we do not provide them. For ages 18+
PBS SoCal: Math Camp with Peg + Cat Camp - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join PBS SoCal and Compton Library for Math Camp with Peg + Cat! This camp will inspire children’s natural curiosity about math and science concepts while helping them develop new skills and strategies for solving problems creatively. For ages 2 -8
Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Build your child’s preliteracy, social skills and motor skills with hands on activities. From blocks to puppets, different activity stations will be available for children to explore. For ages 2 - 5 with parent or caregiver.
PBS SoCal: Math Camp with Peg + Cat Camp - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join PBS SoCal and Compton Library for Math Camp with Peg + Cat! This camp will inspire children’s natural curiosity about math and science concepts while helping them develop new skills and strategies for solving problems creatively. For ages 2- 8
Adult 101: Persona - Express Yourself with Emoji Perler Beads - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you Spider-Man on social media and Peter Parker offline? Engage in activities examining how we hide our true selves. We’ll explore approaches to closing the gap between these identities and loving ourselves. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18.
PBS SoCal: Math Camp with Peg + Cat Camp - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join PBS SoCal and Compton Library for Math Camp with Peg + Cat! This camp will inspire children’s natural curiosity about math and science concepts while helping them develop new skills and strategies for solving problems creatively. For ages 2 -8
Conversation Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Join the conversation club and practice your English language speaking skills in a casual and relaxed environment. Each session includes a topic of the day. For ages 18+
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 13, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Not So BOARD GAMES Tuesdays - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family while playing a variety of board games. All games will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. 
Basic Computer Skills: Internet Basics - In-Person
Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how to use the internet for everyday tasks. For ages 18+
Let’s Go Shopping! - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Learning to identify letters can be done through life experiences. Help your child gain new literacy skills by going shopping! Children will decorate a paper bag and have fun searching for letters. For ages 18 mos – 4 yrs with a parent or caregiver.
CRAFTY Wednesdays - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side.  A new art activity every week; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn with hands-on experience using the world's most popular building bricks. Build projects then get the opportunity to explore and discover the joys of STEM education. For Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
National Sour Candy Day - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate National Sour Candy Day by trying and ranking different sour candies from around the world. What's going to be your favorite? Also, learn about taste buds and why humans like sour flavors. Registration is required. For ages 12 - 18
Friday FILM Fest: Boy & the World - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us Friday for a film fest where we will show family friendly movies and have a mini discussion afterwards. The movie is rated PG. Recommended for children 5 and up with a parent or caregiver.
Paint an L.A. Weather Landscape - Inspired by L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Paint an L.A. Weather Landscape inspired by our One Book, One County book, L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón. For adults ages 18+.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 20, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Not So BOARD GAMES Tuesdays - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family while playing a variety of board games. All games will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. 
Basic Computer Skills: Online Job Searches - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Get tips and tools for looking for a job online. For ages 18+
CRAFTY Wednesdays - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side.  A new art activity every week; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver
MakMo: Paper Boats - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Become a shipbuilder with MākMō! We provide the materials and guidance and you provide design skills and elbow grease. Once you’re done, we put them on the water and see how they hold up. Experiment and see how much your boat can hold! 
MakMo: Intro to 3D Printing - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
You’ve heard people talking about 3D printing, now come try it for yourself! Design your own cookie cutter, or anything you like using simple web-based software! We’ll show you how. 
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn with hands-on experience using the world's most popular building bricks. Build projects then get the opportunity to explore and discover the joys of STEM education. For Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
Mosaic Art - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Create beautiful artwork with printed mosaics and learn about rocks, minerals, and ores. For ages 12 - 18
Friday FILM Fest: Water Horse - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us Friday for a film fest where we will show family friendly movies and have a mini discussion afterwards. The movie is rated PG. Recommended for children 5 and up with a parent or caregiver.
Horror Book Club - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to discuss Grady Hendrix's, How to Sell a Haunted House. To borrow a print copy of the book, please contact the Compton Library directly. For ages 18+
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