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African American and Black History Month: Poetry Self Portraits

In-Person Program
2025-02-11 17:30:00 2025-02-11 18:30:00 America/Los_Angeles African American and Black History Month: Poetry Self Portraits Highlight the intersections between words, empowerment, and identity by creating poetic affirmation portraits or crafting a poem into a self-portrait. For teens. Lawndale Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, February 11
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Lawndale Library

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Highlight the intersections between words, empowerment, and identity by creating poetic affirmation portraits or crafting a poem into a self-portrait. For teens.

Black and African Americans have used poetry to express themselves and affirm their identities throughout American history. Celebrate African American and Black History month with this creative and empowering project.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Books, Poetry, & Writing | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Art Activity | African American & Black History Month |

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About the branch

The first library in Lawndale - one of the earliest branches of the County of Los Angeles Public Library - opened December 26, 1913 at the corner of Railroad Ave. and Market St. (now Hawthorne Blvd. and 147th St.).

The current Lawndale Library opened to great fanfare March 18, 2009 after 52 years of serving the community in a 3500 sq. ft. building next door.

The new building features a glass artwork, Subdivisions, by Anne Marie Karlsen.

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Naughty Novel Society Romance eBook Club - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Explore the Romance genre and learn about all the digital resources the library has to offer with this unique book club. We will be primarily utilizing the free digital resources Libby and Hoopla with limited hard copies available. For ages 18+.
BUGnoculars - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Reduce, reuse, recycle! Join us as we talk about the different ways we can help mother Earth by recycling. We will then use paper towel rolls to create BUGnoculars you can decorate and take home. For ages 5 - 12.
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Summer Discovery Program: Block Printing - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Learn about the ancient and modern art technique of block printing, celebrated and used by many different cultures. Join us to carve your own stamps and print your designs. For ages 13 - 17.
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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: Paint and Sip - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a simple and refreshing paint and sip program. Participants will be able to paint a simple canvas design or create their own and enjoy iced tea or lemonade. For ages 18+.
Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Conference Room
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 12 - 17.
Beyond the Films: Scandinavian Runes - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Learn about the writing systems of the Vikings and the role of literacy in the Iron Age! For adults.
Movie at the Library: Finding Nemo - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us at Lawndale Library for a viewing of 'Finding Nemo', Marlin is desperate to find his missing son, Nemo. During his search, Marlin enlists the help of a forgetful blue tang, and they head for Sydney. For ages 5 - 12. Rated G.
Embroidered Bookmarks - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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From ancient times to the present, bookmarks have helped readers save their page in a book. Express your creativity and learn basic embroidery stitches as you sew a custom corner bookmark. For ages 13 - 17.
Book to Movie Family Book Club: How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
This summer we will be reading and discussing How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell over the course of three sessions. Join in at any time! For ages 8+.
Okuribi Lanterns - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Learn about the traditions and history of Obon, a celebration of family, living and deceased while making your own paper okuribi lantern. For ages 12 - 17.
Lawndale Library Book Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited number of titles are available for attendees at the library. August's Pick: Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kowaguchi. For adults.
Adult 101: Time Management - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Are you busy, stressed, and having a hard time keeping up with everything? Teens, stop by the library to learn time management tips and tools to help you prioritize, organize, and stay on top of things. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Summer Action Series: Predator - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Finish off the summer with the screening of Predator. Rated R. For ages 18+.
Naughty Novel Society Romance eBook Club: The Never King by Nikki St. Crowe - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Explore the Romance genre and learn about all the digital resources the library has to offer with this unique book club. We will be primarily utilizing the free digital resources Libby and Hoopla with limited hard copies available. For ages 18+.
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