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Award-Winning Movie Fridays: Hacksaw Ridge

In-Person Program

2025-04-18 14:00:00 2025-04-18 17:20:00 America/Los_Angeles Award-Winning Movie Fridays: Hacksaw Ridge The film focuses on the World War II experiences of Desmond Doss, an American pacifist combat medic who, as a Seventh-day Adventist Christian, refused to carry or use a weapon or firearm of any kind. For adults. Carson Library -

Friday, April 18
2:00pm - 5:20pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-18 14:00:00 2025-04-18 17:20:00 America/Los_Angeles Award-Winning Movie Fridays: Hacksaw Ridge The film focuses on the World War II experiences of Desmond Doss, an American pacifist combat medic who, as a Seventh-day Adventist Christian, refused to carry or use a weapon or firearm of any kind. For adults. Carson Library -

The film focuses on the World War II experiences of Desmond Doss, an American pacifist combat medic who, as a Seventh-day Adventist Christian, refused to carry or use a weapon or firearm of any kind. For adults.

The film focuses on the World War II experiences of Desmond Doss, an American pacifist combat medic who, as a Seventh-day Adventist Christian, refused to carry or use a weapon or firearm of any kind.
However, Doss became the first conscientious objector to be awarded the Medal of Honor, for service above and beyond the call of duty during the Battle of Okinawa. He saved 75 lives in one battle. This true
story film got 7 Oscars nomination and won 2 Oscars and many other awards. Book title: Bloody Okinawa by Joseph Wheelan, 2020 will be displayed during this film showing.

This program is sponsored by Friends of Carson Library and licensed by MPLC.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Theatre, Film, & Media | Entertainment |

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Carson Library

Phone: 310.830.0901

Hours
Mon, Jun 02 Closed
Tue, Jun 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 Closed

About the branch

Established in 1938 as the Keystone Branch, the library merged with the Carson Branch in 1959. The present building was opened in 1972 and serves 19.24 square miles.

Upcoming events

Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 3 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join explorer California Joe for a magical adventure around the world! Be prepared to be amazed in this fun-filled magic show with lots of tricks and magical treats! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or a caregiver.

Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the history and significance of Juneteenth! Celebrate and reflect with a guided poetry activity to express your own appreciation for freedom, community, and joy. For ages 13 – 17.

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us for our summer kids' club, where your child's creativity can shine! Kids will have the opportunity to craft unique projects that will involve art, science, technology, and more! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or a caregiver.

Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

Fri, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Alice Howland, a linguistics professor, after celebrating her 50th birthday with her family, forgets a word during a lecture and becomes lost during a jog on campus. She is diagnosed with early onset familial Alzheimer's disease. For adults.

Sat, Jun 21, 10:30am - 10:50am
Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers. For ages 0 - 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an exciting, fun, and educational adventure with live animals, hear real life stories from Dan, and interact with the amazing world of reptiles! Learn cool facts about snakes, arachnids, and more! For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate African American and Black history. Learn about the impact of teens in the civil rights movement, then create your coaster in support of a cause you care about. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Patrons can join a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees to pick up at the library. June's Book: "How to Solve Your Own Murder: A Novel" by Kristin Perrin. For adults.

Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us for our summer kids' club, where your child's creativity can shine! Kids will have the opportunity to craft unique projects that will involve art, science, and more! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or a caregiver.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 3 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Yoga instructor Petra Poschmann will introduce kids to yoga in fun and creative ways! For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.