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Library Friends
2025-05-07 13:00:00 2025-05-07 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Library Friends Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and learn about the art of origami, then create your own origami to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, May 07
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-07 13:00:00 2025-05-07 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Library Friends Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and learn about the art of origami, then create your own origami to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

South Whittier Library

Meeting Room

Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and learn about the art of origami, then create your own origami to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.   

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month |

South Whittier Library
Phone: 562.946.4415
Hours
Mon, May 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 25 Closed
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About the branch

South Whittier Library was founded in 1915. The library's first location was in a one-room schoolhouse. South Whittier's first separate built-as-a-library building was dedicated on April 16, 1956.

After 16 years at that location on Laurel Avenue, the library moved to 14433 Leffingwell Road. The library closed for renovations in January 1988 and a newly remodeled library opened on October 1988. After 44 years the library helped its last customer on October 22, 2016.

As part of Los Angeles County's Fourth District Operation Libraries, construction on a new library began in July 2015. On November 21, 2016 the new 14,411 square foot building at 11543 Colima Road opened for service.

Upcoming events

Sewing for Kids: Bookmarks - In-Person Program
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for the chance to learn a new skill. You will learn sewing machine basics, cutting safety, and how to sew a straight line. Please only register the child that will participate as space is limited. For ages 8 to 12 years old.
This event is full
Teen Volunteer Orientation 
Wed, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
We need extra help running our Summer Discovery Program from June to August.  Our teen volunteers help us with registering participants, handing out prizes, helping with library programs, and participating in events. Ages 13 - 17
Kawaii Perler Beads
Thu, May 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Dive into the world of Kawaii! Get ready for an explosion of cute and learn how to create your own Kawaii Perler beads.  All supplies will be provided.. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Library Friends
Mon, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn about gardening then plant your own seeds to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
Library Friends
Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn about gardening then plant your own seeds to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.
Coding Basics for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Did you know Python isn’t just a reptile, and Ruby isn’t just a precious stone? Join us for an introduction to computer programming and a short coding workshop using a laptop provided. Space is limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Block Coding with Ozobots - In-Person Program
Fri, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an introduction to block coding! You’ll guide your mini robot through the block maze using coded commands uploaded from a computer. Experiment with different solutions and see whose Ozobot can reach the finish line! For ages 13 – 17.
Quiet Reading Adventures:Unplug and Read
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 11, 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.
Escape Room
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you good at solving puzzles? Join us to put your skills to the test in this high-stakes adventure. Gather the clues to decipher our codes and riddles and put everything together as a team to unlock a legendary reward!  For Ages 18+
Smart Start Art: Make Your Own Storytime Board - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Storytelling is a fun way to encourage vocabulary development in young children. Create a portable storytime board that features colorful felt shapes to create and share your own stories! For ages 2 - 5 with their caregivers. 
SDP Volunteer Orientation
Thu, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
We need extra help running our Summer Discovery Program from June to August.    Please visit the library to pick up a volunteer application. For ages 14 - 17
Quiet Reading Adventures:Unplug and Read
Mon, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For Ages 7 and up
School of Astonishment Magic Show - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and interactive magic show with the incredible John from School of Astonishment! Fun for the whole family! For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 18, 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.
Teen Gaming Afternoon - In-Person Program
Fri, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.
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