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Celebrate African Song, Rhythm, and Dance with Queen Teresa

In-Person Program
2025-02-11 16:00:00 2025-02-11 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Celebrate African Song, Rhythm, and Dance with Queen Teresa Join choreographer Teresa Smith for an engaging experience rooted in African folklore, dance, rhythms and song! She shares traditional clothing and instruments and invites all ages to join in on the fun and discovery! For the whole family. Florence Library -

Tuesday, February 11
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-11 16:00:00 2025-02-11 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Celebrate African Song, Rhythm, and Dance with Queen Teresa Join choreographer Teresa Smith for an engaging experience rooted in African folklore, dance, rhythms and song! She shares traditional clothing and instruments and invites all ages to join in on the fun and discovery! For the whole family. Florence Library -

Join choreographer Teresa Smith for an engaging experience rooted in African folklore, dance, rhythms and song! She shares traditional clothing and instruments and invites all ages to join in on the fun and discovery! For the whole family.

AGE GROUP: | Children | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Music & Dance | History, Society, & Culture |

TAGS: | African American & Black History Month |

Florence Library
Phone: 323.581.8028
Hours
Mon, Apr 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 20 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

Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Come join us for an afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills, develop fine and gross motor skills, and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 1 - 5 with parent or caregiver.
Learn, Create & Explore Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Calling children in 1st to 4th grades! Join us for a fantastic afternoon where we can explore books, read aloud, play games, and make crafts related to what we are reading! For children in grades 1 - 4 with parent or caregiver. 
National Poetry Month: Poetry Zines
Thu, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate National Poetry Month by creating your own poetry zine! Be a poet, illustrator, and publisher all in one with a DIY mini-magazine reflective of you. We'll supply all the materials; you supply the inspiration.  For teens ages 13 - 17. 
Cancelled
Florence's ESL Café
Sat, Apr 19, 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.
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided. For Adults.
Earth Day Rain - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Explore ways we can take care of our planet and look at the importance of rain. Learn about rainsticks, which were used in parts of Central and South America, and make your own cardboard version! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.
Learn, Create & Explore Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Calling children in 1st to 4th grades! Join us for a fantastic afternoon where we can explore books, read aloud, play games, and make crafts related to what we are reading! For children in grades 1 - 4 with parent or caregiver. 
World Art Day: History of Manga - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn about the exciting history of manga and practice tips and techniques to draw your own manga style self-portrait. For tweens & teens ages 12 - 18.
Día Celebration - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) – also known as Día – as we celebrate children and families around the world! We will practice crafting our own stories by making story dice! For the whole family.
Raising Confident, Competent Children - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.
Street Foods of Hong Kong
Thu, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and learn about the street foods of Hong Kong! For Adults.
Post Cinco de Mayo Papel Picado - In-Person Program
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cinco de Mayo has passed, but we can still celebrate! Learn more about this day remembering Mexico's victory at the Battle of Puebla and make a festive papel picado banner! For ages 3 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, May 07, 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.
Spring Building Block Bonanza - In-Person Program
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon and test your building skills using blocks, planks, and tiles! For ages 3 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, May 14, 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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