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Smarty Pants Storytime

In-Person Program
2025-01-15 11:30:00 2025-01-15 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Smarty Pants Storytime 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. Florence Library -

Wednesday, January 15
11:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-15 11:30:00 2025-01-15 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Smarty Pants Storytime 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. Florence Library -

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.

This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

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

Please join us after Storytime for Parent Cafés, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian: January 22

Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

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AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Preschoolers |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | Smarty Pants Storytime | Smart Start |

Florence Library
Phone: 323.581.8028
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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

Library service to the Florence community began in 1914 as a collection of 125 titles housed in the home of Fred W. Cleland at 1920 E. Florence Avenue, with Mrs. Maude Cleland as the volunteer custodian of the collection. On June 30, 1915, the collection of 508 books was moved to the Florence Avenue Elementary School.

In 1920, the collection of 1,000 books and 11 magazine subscriptions was moved into a building with a converted stable at 7607 Crocket Boulevard. In 1924, the library was housed at 7215 Beach Boulevard and was again moved in 1931/32 to a storefront building at the corner of Makee Street and Florence Avenue. This storefront facility was refurbished in 1964 for the 50th anniversary of the Florence Library.

In 1970, the library was moved to the current location. The Library was refurbished beginning December 2001 and reopened May 2002.

The Library debuted its new refurbished location at the Florence-Firestone Community Service Center on May 3, 2023.

Upcoming events

Digital Literacy for Adults
Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you interested in learning how to use a computer and becoming more digital literate? Join us in learning basic computer skills, navigating the internet, and much more. Conducted in Spanish. For Adults.
Video Game Night
Fri, Dec 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun afternoon of gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe & Super Smash Bros Ultimate.  For teens ages 13 – 17.
Dungeons and Dragons Club 
Thu, Jan 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Calling all storytellers and adventurers! Join us to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Florence's ESL Café
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Do you want to practice your English for the Citizenship interview or become more comfortable speaking with others? For Adults.
Color Your Stress Away 
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Did you know that coloring is a great way to relieve stress? For Adults.
New Year's Desk Calendars - In-Person Program
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centuries ago people began using calendars to keep track of the days. Create and decorate a desk calendar to help you plan out your year and stay on track in 2025! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Mental Health Promoter Workshops 
Wed, Jan 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County, particularly in historically underserved cultural and linguistic communities. For Adults.
Family Freestyle Art - In-Person Program
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tap into your creative side and discover all the wondrous things you can make! Explore our books for ideas and uncover your hidden talents. We provide the space and supplies, just bring your imagination! For the whole family.
Teen Advisory Board 
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Do you love books? Do you like meeting new friends? Then the Teen Advisory Board is for you! For teens ages 13 - 17.
Edgar Allan Poe "Nevermore" Book Bag 
Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Discover the captivating world of Edgar Allan Poe at Florence Library and create a personal book bag inspired by the excellent work of art "The Raven". For Adults.
Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Necklaces - In-Person Program
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us in remembering the strides Martin Luther King, Jr. made towards justice for all and his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Make a paper people necklace that includes your dreams for a better future! For ages 3 – 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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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