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Play and Explore

In-Person Program
2025-03-07 16:00:00 2025-03-07 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore Come join us for an afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn preliteracy, social skills, and motor skills through hands on activity and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 1 - 4 with parent/caregiver La Mirada Library -

Friday, March 07
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-07 16:00:00 2025-03-07 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore Come join us for an afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn preliteracy, social skills, and motor skills through hands on activity and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 1 - 4 with parent/caregiver La Mirada Library -

Come join us for an afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn preliteracy, social skills, and motor skills through hands on activity and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 1 - 4 with parent/caregiver

No registration
required. Space and materials are limited.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Preschoolers |

EVENT TYPE: | Education & Literacy | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Smart Start |

La Mirada Library
Phone: 562.943.0277
Hours
Mon, May 05 Closed
Tue, May 06 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 07 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed
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About the branch

La Mirada Library was established in 1915 in a one-room schoolhouse that belonged to the Norwalk School District. It soon received supplemental service from the Los Angeles County Library.

From 1958 to 1971 the library was housed in a leased storefront in the La Mirada Business Center. The present library building was dedicated on July 1, 1971, in the La Mirada Civic Center.

Upcoming events

Mahendi: Indian Body Painting for Teens - In-Person Program
Fri, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
For Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month, learn about the art of henna during this educational art demonstration led by staff from the Karishma Beauty Salon, and then get your own temporary body design!  For teens 13 - 17.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Read to a Dog - In-Person Program
Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the Pet Prescription Team! For ages 7-12 with a parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited. No registration required. Parent permission is required.
Fun Family Movie and Art - In-Person Program
Sat, May 17, 2:30pm - 4:10pm
Meeting Room
Bring the family to watch "Moana 2". Enjoy fun Moana inspired crafts while you watch. The movie is rated PG. Movie recommended for children 6 and up with a parent or caregiver. No registration required. All materials will be provided, available while
Tales of Asia & the Pacific Islands - In-Person Program
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Come hear stories about mythical Asian dragons, a magic pot, and even learn to read Chinese as storyteller Barbara G. Wong spins her magical tales to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Book Club: Verity - In-Person Program
Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Read and discuss the book Verity, by Colleen Hoover.
Thai Cooking Demonstration - In-Person Program
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Explore the flavors of Thailand at this cooking demonstration led by Sivika Schlegel. She will explain the cultural background of the dishes and teach us how to prepare Pad Thai and Sweet Mango Rice. We will also enjoy samples! For adults
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
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.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Wed, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn preliteracy, social skills, and motor skills through hands on activity and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 1 to 4 with their parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Celebrate Dia! - In-Person Program
Thu, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn about Día also known as El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/BookDay). We will be making Guatamalan Worry Dolls or, Muñecas quitapeñas which are small figures used to help soothe children’s fears and anxieties. For children
Noteworthy Presents: The Three Little Pigs - In-Person Program
Fri, May 30, 4:00pm - 4:40pm
Meeting Room
The timeless lesson that hard work and dedication pays off comes to life with handmade puppets and original songs. While two little pigs are content to take the easy route, their pigheadedness could spell trouble when the Big Bad Wolf comes knocking.
Summer Book Adventure - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy a read aloud of "Toy Boat" by Randall de Seve, then explore your creativity by decorating your own toy boat. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver. Space and supplies are limited. No reservations required.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
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