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Build and Explore

In-Person Program
2024-11-14 15:30:00 2024-11-14 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Build and Explore Do you know what it takes to put up structures like houses and buildings? Learn about engineering by joining us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library -

Thursday, November 14
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-14 15:30:00 2024-11-14 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Build and Explore Do you know what it takes to put up structures like houses and buildings? Learn about engineering by joining us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library -

Do you know what it takes to put up structures like houses and buildings? Learn about engineering by joining us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Preschoolers | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM |

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Phone: 310.327.4830
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04
Mon, Jun 30 Closed
Tue, Jul 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
Sat, Jul 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed
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About the branch

The original library opened in a leased storefront building at 18419 S. Avalon Blvd on June 4, 1959. The present library was dedicated on June 2, 1973.

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