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African American and Black History Month: Activism Through Art

In-Person Program
2025-02-04 16:00:00 2025-02-04 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles African American and Black History Month: Activism Through Art Celebrate African American and Black history. Learn about youth activism and its impact, then create your activist coaster in support of a cause you care about. All Materials Provided. For ages 13 - 17. Woodcrest Library -

Tuesday, February 04
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-04 16:00:00 2025-02-04 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles African American and Black History Month: Activism Through Art Celebrate African American and Black history. Learn about youth activism and its impact, then create your activist coaster in support of a cause you care about. All Materials Provided. For ages 13 - 17. Woodcrest Library -

Celebrate African American and Black history. Learn about youth activism and its impact, then create your activist coaster in support of a cause you care about. All Materials Provided. For ages 13 - 17.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Martin Luther King, Jr. | Faith, Culture, & Community | Art Activity | African American & Black History Month |

Woodcrest Library
Phone: 323.757.9373
Hours
Mon, Jun 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 Closed
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About the branch

The library was founded in 1913 and housed in the Woodcrest School. It moved to various locations in the community until the present location was opened in 1967.

Upcoming events

After-School Art: Andy Warhol - In-Person Program
Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to boost your creativity, learn about Andy Warhol's art and create a pop art inspired by Warhol's art. Supplies are provided. For ages 6 - 12 with parents or caregivers.
Adult 101: Perzines - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A perzine is a DIY mini-magazine that is reflective of you. Come by the library and make one with us. This activity will focus on building confidence and self-esteem. We’ll supply the materials; you supply the inspiration! For teens ages 13 - 17.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Georgia O'Keefe Watercolor - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn the basics of watercolor painting through Georgia O’Keefe’s distinct style and create unique floral artworks! For teens ages 13 – 17.
Learn How to Make a Cross-Stitch Owl - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn how to needlepoint and work on a cute and easy owl needlepoint project. All supplies are provided. For ages 8 - 12.
Teen Advisory Board with Jenga - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You can even earn community service hours while you have fun. New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For teens ages 13 - 17.
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Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and problem solving with your child through free-form art activities. This month we will play and explore with play dough. For children 1 - 5 and their caregivers.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 26, 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.
DIY Water Bottle Holder - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Make it easy to keep yourself hydrated this summer by creating a cool water bottle holder. Choose from designs we provide and make it your own. Experiment with different materials and see which ones can hold the most weight. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Calligraphy for Teens - In-Person Program
Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Have you ever seen inspirational quotes in fancy writing and thought, “I wish I could make one of those!”? Then, come and learn basic calligraphy writing and create cards with inspirational reminders for your family and friends. For teens ages 12-18.
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Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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