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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. West Hollywood 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. West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

West Hollywood 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!

West Hollywood Library

Phone: 310.652.5340

Hours
Mon, May 19 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 20 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 21 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 22 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

West Hollywood Library began service to the area (then unincorporated ) in 1913. The library was previously located at Sherman School, a cottage on Clark Street, a building on Westbourne Drive, and a building near the present site. The Library has an active Friends of the Library group.

The new library was dedicated October 1, 2011.

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Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Tue, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wed, May 28, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17.

Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Sat, Jun 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Media literacy author Samuel C. Spitale explores the impact of social media on society, examining how it has shaped the current digital landscape. For adults.

Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Join us for a screening of the 2022 film Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, starring Max Pelayo, Reese Gonzales, and Eva Longoria and directed by Aitch Alberto. Rated PG-13. For adults.

Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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This groundbreaking opera was created by LA Opera to engage babies with beautiful and comforting sights and sounds. In BambinO's world of soft pillows and gentle music, participation is encouraged! For ages 0 – 3 with parent or caregiver.

Wed, Jun 11, 11:15am - 11:35am
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Wed, Jun 11, 11:45am - 12:15pm
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Thu, Jun 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
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Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room
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Wed, Jun 18, 11:15am - 11:35am
Children's Theater
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Jun 18, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Children's Theater
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.

Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
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Sat, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
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