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Freedom to Read Community Day of Action Watch Party for Teens

In-Person Program
2024-10-19 12:00:00 2024-10-19 13:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Freedom to Read Community Day of Action Watch Party for Teens Lunch and learn with us! We'll screen recorded talks with young adult authors Aminah Mae Safi and Abdi Nazemian, then have an engaging discussion on diverse representation and protecting our freedom to read. Lunch will be provided. For teens. Huntington Park Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, October 19
12:00pm - 1:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-19 12:00:00 2024-10-19 13:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Freedom to Read Community Day of Action Watch Party for Teens Lunch and learn with us! We'll screen recorded talks with young adult authors Aminah Mae Safi and Abdi Nazemian, then have an engaging discussion on diverse representation and protecting our freedom to read. Lunch will be provided. For teens. Huntington Park Library - Meeting Room

Lunch and learn with us! We'll screen recorded talks with young adult authors Aminah Mae Safi and Abdi Nazemian, then have an engaging discussion on diverse representation and protecting our freedom to read. Lunch will be provided. For teens.

Join us for an inspiring Lunch & Learn event as we celebrate the Freedom to Read Community Day of Action on October 19! Featuring a screening of recorded author talks with award-winning young adult authors Aminah Mae Safi and Abdi Nazemian, this session will highlight their literary journeys and commitment to diverse representation. Discover how they tackle issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through their writing, and explore the rising challenges of book bans across the U.S.

After the talk, we’ll open the floor for an engaging discussion where attendees can share their thoughts and ideas on protecting our freedom to read. Food and refreshments will be provided thanks to the generosity of LA County Library Foundation. Don’t miss this chance to stand up for your right to read!

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Theatre, Film, & Media | Lectures & Conversations | History, Society, & Culture | Education & Literacy | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Banned Books |

Huntington Park Library
Phone: 323.583.1461
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Tue, Jul 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

Proudly serving the residents of the vibrant City of Huntington Park and neighboring areas, the Huntington Park Library was founded in 1913 and originally housed in the City Hall.

As the library continued to grow, it moved to larger locations in 1924 and 1931. The present library building in the Civic Center was dedicated in 1970.

A significant sculpture designed by artist Tom Van Sant, "Flight Form," was also dedicated in 1970 and is suspended from the second floor ceiling.

An active Friends of the Library group was formed in 1996 to promote and support Library services to the community.

Upcoming events

¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a non-literate Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a non-literate Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Jawsome Films at Your Library
Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Shark Week at your library with a showing of the Sharks of Hawaii documentary and discover more about our video streaming services. Rated PG. No registration required. For Adults 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Shark Lab: Slime  - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Did you know sharks existed before the dinosaurs and that some can live to be more than 150 years old?  We'll learn some fun facts about these fascinating ocean creatures and then make some "ocean" slime to take home!  For ages 13-17
STEAM Friday - Marble Run - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Do you have the need for speed? Join us to create a customized roller coaster so the marbles will twist, turn, and spin with incredible velocity! For ages 5 - 12 with parents or caregivers.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a non-literate Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Create a Cave Painting!  - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Early humans painted on walls or ceilings of caves to share stories or just for fun! Learn about cave paintings from around the world and create your own artwork. For Ages 5 - 12.
Embroidered Canvas Wall Art
Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Looking for a new summer hobby? Mix painting with basic sewing to make a unique piece of art for your home or office space. No experience needed, just bring your creativity. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Model Magic Magnets - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Come sea us this summer and create fun marine themed magnets. Stick them on your fridge or magnetic board, these colorful creations are perfect for holding up your summer snapshots, reading list, or important reminders. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun bonding experience with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books! For babies 0 - 2 years old and their caregivers.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a non-literate Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about "The Power of Positive Parenting" and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of ages 3 - 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
STEAM Friday - Keva Maze - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Become a maze master by combining precision-engineered Keva planks with a variety of nifty maze-making apparatus to build a 3D puzzle of your design! For ages 5 - 12 with parents or caregivers.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Tue, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a non-literate Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Super Sand Experiment - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Experiment with hydrophobic sand that will not get wet! Will it sink or float in water? It might even bend! Learn why super sand does not get wet and how it can be helpful to the environment. For Ages 5 - 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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