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Guatemalan Worry Dolls

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Guatemalan Worry Dolls

In-Person Program
2024-09-21 16:00:00 2024-09-21 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hispanic Heritage Month: Guatemalan Worry Dolls In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, please join us to create Guatemalan Worry Dolls. For children ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.  San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, September 21
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-21 16:00:00 2024-09-21 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hispanic Heritage Month: Guatemalan Worry Dolls In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, please join us to create Guatemalan Worry Dolls. For children ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.  San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

San Gabriel Library

Meeting Room

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, please join us to create Guatemalan Worry Dolls. For children ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 

Worry Dolls, Muñecas Quitapeñas, are small figures used to help soothe children’s fears and anxieties. Dating back to precolonial times, these dolls continue to play a role in the lives of Central American children.

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

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Hispanic Heritage Month | Faith, Culture, & Community |

San Gabriel Library
Phone: 626.287.0761
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 Closed
Tue, Dec 17 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 Closed
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About the branch

San Gabriel Library was founded in 1915 and moved to its present site in 1967. The non-profit Friends of the San Gabriel Library organization was founded in 1967 to support and promote awareness of the Library and its services.  An interior mural painted by accomplished Native American artist Robert Freeman in 1984 depicts life at the Mission San Gabriel Arcángel in the late eighteenth century while recognizing the importance of the indigenous people of the area, the Gabrielino-Tongva Nation.

The library underwent a refurbishment in 2007 that added an elevator tower, enhanced community room, updated technology, new furnishings, and a bright and colorful redesign which included a paint restoration of the mural. 

Upcoming events

Book Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
To wrap up the end of the year, choose a book to read and then share with the group about your new read!  Would you recommend the book or tell us to avoid it at all costs? We love hearing about books that we haven't read before! For ages 18 and up.
Design a Wintry Card - In-Person Program
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
It's time to get crafty and take a break from all the winter festivities! Make cards for your loved ones and even one to keep for yourself. For Adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
New Year's Party - In-Person Program
Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Come celebrate as we learn about New Year traditions from around the world. Read a book, play games, make New Year's resolutions, decorate a party hat, and have fun together. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Sat, Jan 11, 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.
Book Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Wed, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Read a book that you would consider a classic. Then share with the group why you selected the book and how it qualifies as a classic. We will be discussing what characteristics make certain classic books so enduring and powerful over time.
Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu and COVID-19 - In-Person Program
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
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. 
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