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The Sunshine Storyteller: African Folktales
2025-02-27 16:00:00 2025-02-27 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Sunshine Storyteller: African Folktales Sing, laugh, and spread your wings to the interactive storytelling of Emmy-award winning actress and professional storyteller, Ina Buckner-Barnette, The Sunshine Storyteller. For children ages 5 - 12 years old and their families. East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, February 27
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-27 16:00:00 2025-02-27 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Sunshine Storyteller: African Folktales Sing, laugh, and spread your wings to the interactive storytelling of Emmy-award winning actress and professional storyteller, Ina Buckner-Barnette, The Sunshine Storyteller. For children ages 5 - 12 years old and their families. East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Sing, laugh, and spread your wings to the interactive storytelling of Emmy-award winning actress and professional storyteller, Ina Buckner-Barnette, The Sunshine Storyteller. For children ages 5 - 12 years old and their families.

Sing, laugh, and spread your wings to the interactive storytelling of Emmy-award winning actress and professional storyteller, Ina Buckner-Barnette, The Sunshine Storyteller.  You’ll travel across the African continent with Ina's participatory folktales and songs without leaving your seat! 

For children ages 5 - 12 years old and their families. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. 

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers | Children | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Theatre, Film, & Media | History, Society, & Culture | Entertainment |

TAGS: | Storytelling | African American & Black History Month |

East Rancho Dominguez Library
Phone: 310.632.6193
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About the branch

East Rancho Dominguez Library, formerly known as the East Compton Library, was originally located at 15121 S. Atlantic Avenue.

The library was opened for service on March 17, 1952, for thirteen hours a week with a collection totaling 4,860 books. At that time it was the fastest growing library in the Los Angeles County Public Library's 43-year existence and for that reason the library was relocated to 4205 East Compton Blvd on October 17, 1955.

In June 1955, the circulation was 2,616. By October 1955, it was 3,396. The collection had increased to 5,366 with a growth capacity of 10,000. By 1963, more space was needed and on April 17, 1963, the size of the building was doubled.

A Friends of the Library group was established in March 2000, with the installation of the first officers on March 18, 2000.

On October 29, 2012, the library moved to a new 7,215 sq foot building at 4420 East Rose Street. The new library was certified as LEED Platinum under New Construction and is the first county owned facility to achieve this status. The new library includes a meeting room, group study room, and large children's area. Photovoltaic (solar) panels are an important feature of the design that provides a renewable energy source to operate a portion of the facility as well as contributes to the aesthetics of the building.

Los Angeles-based artist, Louise Griffin, designed and fabricated 6 separate two-dimensional glass panels for the library

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Art Activity for Adults with Developmental Differences
Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and creative art program where you’ll explore different materials and techniques to make your own unique masterpiece. For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.
STEAM Monday: Foaming Fake Snow - In-Person Program
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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It may not snow in Los Angeles, but we’re making our own! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Paint Night - In-Person Program
Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided. For Adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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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.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting
Wed, Feb 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For teens in grades 6 - 12
Game Day
Wed, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Find out the history of games and how they have changed throughout the years.  For Ages 12-17
Music Time with Miss Kym - In-Person Program
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
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Join us as we celebrate African American and Black History Month with Miss Kym! Her upbeat and interactive music celebrates childhood and promotes positivity via a joyful blend of jazz, gospel, and soulful pop sounds. 0-5 with a parent or caregiver
Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits - In-Person Program
Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Join us to learn about Healthy Screentime Habits and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3 - 12.
Art Activity for Adults with Developmental Differences
Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Join us and learn different art techniques using different mediums. Create your own masterpiece to take home. For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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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.
African American and Black History Month: Winter Sports Sucess
Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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In honor of African American and Black History Month and just in time for the 2026 Winter Olympics, join us to learn about famous Black winter-sport athletes. For ages 12-17.
MakMo: LED Greeting Cards - In-Person Program
Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Brighten someone’s day—literally! In this hands-on program, kids will design and create their own greeting cards that really light up! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
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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.
Paint Night - In-Person Program
Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided. For Adults.
Adult 101: Goal Setting
Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Do you have an idea of what you want your life to look like but not quite sure how to make it happen? Learn goal setting techniques and make your own calendar celebrating the new year and new goals. For teens ages 13-17.
Legacy of Legends: Black Excellence in Global Athletic Competition - In-Person Program
Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Celebrate the legacy, achievements, and groundbreaking contributions of African American and Black athletes in international sporting history! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Our Place in the Sun - African American and Black History Month
Mon, Feb 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults
STEAM Monday: Sculpting with Charles McGee - In-Person Program
Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Discover the bold, dynamic world of African American artist Charles McGee and create your own 3D paper sculptures inspired by his style, using simple materials to build eye-catching, imaginative designs. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
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