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Marina del Rey Book Club

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2025-02-27 18:00:00 2025-02-27 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Marina del Rey Book Club This month, we'll explore Harlem Shuffle, by Colson Whitehead. Set in 1960s New York City, Ray Carney is a furniture salesman trying to change his family's reputation. For adults. Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, February 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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This month, we'll explore Harlem Shuffle, by Colson Whitehead. Set in 1960s New York City, Ray Carney is a furniture salesman trying to change his family's reputation. For adults.

This month, we'll explore Harlem Shuffle, by Colson Whitehead. Set in the 1960s New York City, Ray Carney is a furniture salesman trying to change his family's reputation that is associated crime. Despite his efforts to live honestly, he sometimes sells stolen items including goods from his cousin Freddie. While Ray is trying to stay on a lawful path, Freddie is sinking deeper into Harlem's criminal underworld. When a heist goes awry, a group of criminals enters Ray's life, forcing him into a personal battle with conflicting sides of his own nature.

For adults.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

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Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library
Phone: 310.821.3415
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Mon, Aug 24 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 30 Closed
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About the branch

The library was built by the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors in 1976 to serve the Marina clientele. The William R. Pagen Nautical Wing and the Greg and Mimi Wenger Community Room were added in 1999 through the efforts of the Marina Foundation, the Board of Supervisors and the County of Los Angeles Public Library.

The Marina del Rey Library was renamed the Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library by the Board of Supervisors in recognition of the main donor to the project. Since the Marina is a small craft harbor used for recreational purposes, the Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library has developed a Nautical Collection to serve the informational needs and interests of small boaters.

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Marina del Rey Book Club
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This month, we'll explore the autobiography Truly by Lionel Richie.Funny, warm, and riveting, Lionel recalls his childhood in Tuskegee, Alabama, where he grew up on its university campus during the heyday of the Civil Rights movement. Fod adults 18+.
Marina del Rey Book Club
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
This month, we'll explore the autobiography Truly by Lionel Richie.Funny, warm, and riveting, Lionel recalls his childhood in Tuskegee, Alabama, where he grew up on its university campus during the heyday of the Civil Rights movement. Fod adults 18+.
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Meeting Room
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Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Wed, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Come enjoy some play and bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. This lapsit-style storytime is for babies up to 18 months and their parent or adult caregiver.
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Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Dungeons and Dragons Afternoon (Session 1) - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Join us to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. For ages 10 - 17.
Dungeons and Dragons Afternoon (Session 2) - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. For ages 10 - 17.
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Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Come enjoy some play and bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. This lapsit-style storytime is for babies up to 18 months and their parent or adult caregiver.
Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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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.
Marina del Rey Book Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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This month, we'll explore The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett. A story about identical twin sisers growing up together in a small, southern black community and then running away at sixteen years old. For adults 18+.
Marina del Rey Book Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
This month, we'll explore The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett. A story about identical twin sisers growing up together in a small, southern black community and then running away at sixteen years old. For adults 18+.
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