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Play & Explore!

In-Person Program

Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn problem solving skills through pretend play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For kids ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Please join us after Play and Explore! for an opportunity to chat with a Family Community Specialist from the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program.

This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Babies |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Smart Start |

George Nye, Jr. Library

Phone: 562.421.8497

Hours
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Mon, Jun 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 06 Closed
Sun, Jun 07 Closed

About the branch

On February 22, 1973, the City of Lakewood, in cooperation with the County of Los Angeles Public Library, opened the George Nye, Jr. Library.

The library is named for Lakewood Mayor George H. Nye, Jr. who died while serving in office in May 1971.

The library is the second in the city and serves the population of the eastern area of the city which includes eight elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.

An active Friends of the Library group was formed in 1972 and supports both Lakewood libraries - George Nye, Jr. and Angelo M. Iacoboni.

Upcoming events

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Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an educational and fun hands-on glass-making workshop with artist and glassworker Ana Parkinson. Teens will learn about the history and process of glasswork and create their own beautiful and unique pieces of art! For teens ages 12 -18.

Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Join us for our Summer Discovery Program Kick-off with Juggler David Cousin performing amazing routines, including his world record bounce juggling! For children ages 5 - 12.

Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us as musician, Iwalani, teaches about indigenous drumming techniques! For children ages 2 - 5 with an adult caregiver.

Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0 - 5 and their dads or male caregivers.

Fri, Jun 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
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 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
In celebration of Pride Month, please join us to learn about the life of artist Ellsworth Kelly and create your own work of art inspired by his work. For adults 18+

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 4:55pm
Join Mad Science and enjoy a fascinating science demonstration with air pressure, fire, bubbling potions, and more! Ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.

Tue, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0 - 5 and their dads or male caregivers.

Fri, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
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 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn about the history and cultural significance of the art of henna design. Have fun using henna to design a temporary tattoo to show off this summer! For ages 12 - 18.