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Raising Confident, Competent Children

In-Person Program
2025-05-29 17:30:00 2025-05-29 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Raising Confident, Competent Children Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12. Florence Library -

Thursday, May 29
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-29 17:30:00 2025-05-29 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Raising Confident, Competent Children Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12. Florence Library -

Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.

This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

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

TAGS: | Workshop |

Florence Library
Phone: 323.581.8028
Hours
We're closed Monday May 26
Mon, May 26 Closed
Tue, May 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 01 Closed
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About the branch

Library service to the Florence community began in 1914 as a collection of 125 titles housed in the home of Fred W. Cleland at 1920 E. Florence Avenue, with Mrs. Maude Cleland as the volunteer custodian of the collection. On June 30, 1915, the collection of 508 books was moved to the Florence Avenue Elementary School.

In 1920, the collection of 1,000 books and 11 magazine subscriptions was moved into a building with a converted stable at 7607 Crocket Boulevard. In 1924, the library was housed at 7215 Beach Boulevard and was again moved in 1931/32 to a storefront building at the corner of Makee Street and Florence Avenue. This storefront facility was refurbished in 1964 for the 50th anniversary of the Florence Library.

In 1970, the library was moved to the current location. The Library was refurbished beginning December 2001 and reopened May 2002.

The Library debuted its new refurbished location at the Florence-Firestone Community Service Center on May 3, 2023.

Upcoming events

Raising Confident, Competent Children - In-Person Program
Thu, May 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.
Keith Haring Artwork - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
In celebration of Pride Month, learn about American Artist Keith Haring, who often advocated for the LGBTQ+ community through his art. Then make a paper dancing dog inspired by one of his notable artworks. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Adult 101: Perzines
Thu, Jun 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
A perzine is a DIY mini-magazine that is reflective of you. Come by the library and make one with us. This activity will focus on building confidence and self-esteem. We’ll supply the materials; you supply the inspiration! For teens ages 13-17.
Teen Videogame Night
Fri, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun summer afternoon of gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe & Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Learn about the history of video games while having some fun. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Florence's ESL Café
Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Do you want to practice your English for the Citizenship interview or become more comfortable speaking with others? For Adults.
Nature Journaling for Adults
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
In celebration of National Great Outdoors Month let's connect with nature and with yourself! For Adults.
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun, geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.
End of School Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries Afternoon - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Say so long to the end of the school year by celebrating famous book series Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries. Make your own diary and play a game related to the series! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Pride Pencil Bag & Teen Advisory Board
Thu, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
What are you proud of? Celebrate PRIDE month with us and learn about the Pride flag. Afterwards, create a one-of-a-kind, colorful pencil bag. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Summertime Flip-Flop Fun - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us in making decorative flip-flops just in time for summer! Find out what fun the library has in store for you. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Color Sorting Creations - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Matching and sorting are fun ways to learn basic early childhood skills. Join us and have your child collect items to match the colors in egg carton wells then use the items for a process-based art activity!. For ages 2 - 5 with their caregivers. 
Teens in the Civil Rights Movement - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Teen Videogame Night
Fri, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun summer afternoon of gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe & Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Learn about the history of video games while having some fun. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Florence's ESL Café
Sat, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Do you want to practice your English for the Citizenship interview or become more comfortable speaking with others? For Adults.
Pride Rock Art
Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn about the origins of Pride Month and show your LGBTQ+ pride and turn river rocks into works of art! Use as gifts, garden decoration, or paper weights. For Adults.
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences
Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun, geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.
Family Summer Vision Board - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Create your perfect summer with a vision board! Join our Teen Succeed Intern, Ixchel Palacios, for a creative workshop where you'll design a personalized vision board filled with your goals and aspirations for the season ahead. For the whole family. 
Make Your Own Storytime Board - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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. 
Japanese Taiko Drumming - The Rhythm of Inspiration - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Join us this summer for the Rhythm of Inspiration, a program that will inspire, educate, and engage audiences with the rich cultural heritage of Japanese taiko drumming. Have a chance to play the taiko drums too! For the whole family.
Tween Tech Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Have an afternoon of fun as we explore the world of robotics and computers. Over the next four Thursdays, we will get to play with programming robots and make our own bots too! Space and supplies are limited. For ages 8 - 12. 
Coding Basics for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Study 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.
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