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Teen Gaming Afternoon

In-Person Program

Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.

This program is part of LA County Library’s My Brother’s Keeper mentoring program and features an MBK Peer Advocate as a co-host and youth mentor. Funding is provided by the LA County Department of Public Health.

Parents and guardians: Please be aware that refreshments will be served at this program. A list of ingredients will be available. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Games |

TAGS: | My Brother’s Keeper |

South Whittier Library

Phone: 562.946.4415

Hours
Mon, Feb 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 Closed

About the branch

South Whittier Library was founded in 1915. The library's first location was in a one-room schoolhouse. South Whittier's first separate built-as-a-library building was dedicated on April 16, 1956.

After 16 years at that location on Laurel Avenue, the library moved to 14433 Leffingwell Road. The library closed for renovations in January 1988 and a newly remodeled library opened on October 1988. After 44 years the library helped its last customer on October 22, 2016.

As part of Los Angeles County's Fourth District Operation Libraries, construction on a new library began in July 2015. On November 21, 2016 the new 14,411 square foot building at 11543 Colima Road opened for service

Upcoming events

Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun program designed for adults with disabilities. We'll take a tour of the library, discover how to find books and borrow them easily. Then, unleash your creativity by designing your own personalized bookmark. For Adults

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn the basics of container gardening. You’ll learn to sow seeds and care for food crops in an urban environment. We’ll discuss the business of agriculture and how you can eat healthier when you grow your own. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Turn your love into art! Bring your loved one (or a photo) and experience the joy of painting their portrait.  All supplies will be provided. For ages 5+.

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by exploring identity and connection through textile art as we delve into the work of renowned artist and activist Sonya Clark. All materials will be provided, while supplies last. For adults.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by learning about Otis Boykin's life and inventions. Learn how his circuitry inventions impacted the world and have some fun creating an LED paper craft. For tweens & teens, ages 12 - 18.

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Whether you’re experiencing burnout, feeling stuck, or are just ready for a change this workshop is for you. Join career coach Jennifer Rizzotti to explore the six steps to pivot, change course, or return to work after a gap. For adults.

Thu, Feb 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. After the meeting, create a clay magnet emoji that perfectly captures how you're feeling. For ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the risks of counterfeit cannabis products and how to recognize them to protect yourself and others. Also, learn how cannabis affects your brain and body so you can develop refusal skills to help stay cannabis free. For ages 13 – 17.

Wed, Feb 26, 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.