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Horror Book Club

In-Person Program

2025-02-28 16:00:00 2025-02-28 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Horror Book Club Join us to discuss Johnny Compton's The Spite House. To borrow a print copy of the book, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+ Compton Library - Meeting Room

Friday, February 28
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library

Meeting Room

Join us to discuss Johnny Compton's The Spite House. To borrow a print copy of the book, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+

Do you find yourself attracted to the strange and unusual? Do you enjoy what others may find frightening? If so, join the Horror Book Club where each month we'll provide you with diverse horror authors and titles to discuss with people who enjoy the same genre as you.

Eric Ross is on the run from a mysterious past with his two daughters in tow. Having left his wife, his house, his whole life behind in Maryland, he's desperate for money. When he comes across the strange ad for the Masson House in Degener, Texas. The Masson property, notorious for being one of the most haunted places in Texas, needs a caretaker of sorts. The owner is looking for proof of paranormal activity. All they need to do is stay in the house and keep a detailed record of everything that happens there. If it is indeed haunted, maybe it'll help him understand the uncanny power that clings to his family, driving them from town to town, making them afraid to stop running.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. This will be used to save your spot in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered adult. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

Compton Library

Phone: 310.637.0202

Hours
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We're closed Monday October 12 due to Indigenous Peoples' Day
Mon, Oct 12 Closed
(Indigenous Peoples' Day)
Tue, Oct 13 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 18 Closed

About the branch

Compton Library branch of the Los Angeles County Free library opened its doors in July of 1913, the 11th branch of today's LA County Library.

The library was located in a storefront building near Main and Tamarind Streets and was later moved to the Compton Union High School at 212 S Acacia Street.

In 1925 a separate building was erected in the City Hall Park at 123 W Almond Street, where it remained until 1974, when the current facility was dedicated at 240 W Compton Boulevard.

Upcoming events

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Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Learn about the history of Halloween and then create your own spooky neon pumpkin decoration. All supplies will be provided. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register all participants in your party. For ages 18 +
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Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Nichos are decorative frames often created to honor loved ones or showcase religious figures. Join us to learn about this rich tradition and make your own nicho box to add to your home ofrenda or as a thoughtful gift. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Build your toddler's pre-literacy, sensory, and motor skills while enjoying finger painting and art stamps. For ages 1 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.
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Wed, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us to discuss Chuck Wendig's "Black River Orchard". To borrow a print copy of the book, please contact the Compton Library directly. For ages 18+

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn about the history of Halloween and then create your own spooky neon pumpkin decoration. All supplies will be provided. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register all participants in your party. For ages 13 - 17

Wed, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate R.L. Stine's popular series by making your own slime and playing Goosebumps Bingo! All children will get a free book while supplies last. Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.

Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Get inspired and make science fun! Join us as we explore STEAM concepts with a creative twist. Express your imagination through thoughtful and engaging science and technology projects and expand your knowledge along the way! For ages 13 – 17.

Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.

Sat, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.