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Baby Obstacle Course

In-Person Program

Crawl up and down and all around! This obstacle course will introduce babies to a fun activity that incorporates the building blocks necessary to develop their social, motor, and sensory skills. For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers. 

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.

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: | Toddlers | Babies |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Music & Dance | Games | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Smart Start |

Topanga Library

Phone: 310.455.3480

Hours
Mon, Apr 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Topanga Library opened on January 21, 2012. As Al Martinez stated in his inaugural speech, "This isn't just an impressive edifice of stone and steel. It's a house of knowledge and imagination, a trip to new worlds, a journey to the mystical land of tomorrow."

The state-of-the-art library is a LEED-certified green building with a Gold rating. It has a central reading room, a children's area with a dedicated storytelling space, study rooms, and a homework center.

Upcoming events

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting 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.

Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room
Dive into a sea of creativity with this fun, festive, and colorful craft activity that's perfect for little ones! Kids enhance color recognition, fine motor skills, and creativity as they decorate their fish. For ages 3 - 5 with parent or caregiver.

Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting 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 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Margo Gravelle will introduce participants to Amate Painting, a traditional pre-Hispanic Mexican art form done on bark paper. Create your own Amate painting to take home! For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you a fiber arts enthusiast? Join us for our monthly fiber arts meet-up! Bring the project you're working on and enjoy creating at the library! Limited supplies will be available to try out your next fiber arts craft! For adults.

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting 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.

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a presentation by a DMH Health Promoter to help identify late-life transitions which can affect the way we function, with tips on maintaining a positive self-view, feeling good about your past, and making the most of life. For adults.

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us by exploring the history and legacy of gaming giant Nintendo! For ages 13 - 17

Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Come join us for an exciting cooking experience with hands-on activities and creativity to engage your child through cooking healthy options. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting 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.

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.