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Horror Book Club

In-Person Program
2025-06-27 16:00:00 2025-06-27 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Horror Book Club Join us to discuss Julia Armfield's Our Wives Under the Sea. To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+ Compton Library - Meeting Room

Friday, June 27
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-27 16:00:00 2025-06-27 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Horror Book Club Join us to discuss Julia Armfield's Our Wives Under the Sea. To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+ Compton Library - Meeting Room

Compton Library

Meeting Room

Join us to discuss Julia Armfield's Our Wives Under the Sea. To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+

Do you find yourself attracted to the strange and unusual? Do you enjoy what others may find frightening? If so, join the Horror Book Club where each month we'll provide you with diverse horror authors and titles to discuss with people who enjoy the same genre as you. 

Leah is changed. A marine biologist, she left for a routine expedition months earlier, only this time her submarine sank to the sea floor. When she finally surfaces and returns home, her wife Miri knows that somehting is wrong.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. This will be used to save your spot in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered adult. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Summer Discovery Program | LGBTQ+ Pride | Book Club |

Compton Library
Phone: 310.637.0202
Hours
Mon, Jul 14 Closed
Tue, Jul 15 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 Closed
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About the branch

Compton Library branch of the Los Angeles County Free library opened its doors in July of 1913, the 11th branch of today's LA County Library.

The library was located in a storefront building near Main and Tamarind Streets and was later moved to the Compton Union High School at 212 S Acacia Street.

In 1925 a separate building was erected in the City Hall Park at 123 W Almond Street, where it remained until 1974, when the current facility was dedicated at 240 W Compton Boulevard.

Upcoming events

Summer Discovery Program: Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn with hands-on experience using the world's most popular building bricks. Build projects then get the opportunity to explore and discover the joys of STEM education. For Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
Basic Computer Skills: 2013 Word Basics Part 1 - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how to create text-based documents.  F​​​​or Ages 18+
Summer Discovery Program: Diamond Art Painting - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn the history & benefits of diamond art painting. Enjoy a selection of images and create your own work of art. Due to the craft materials being used, this program is only for adults. For Ages 18+
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 19, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Summer Discovery Program: Not So BOARD GAMES Tuesdays - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family while playing a variety of board games. All games will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Summer Discovery Program: CRAFTY Wednesdays - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Adult 101: Getting to Your Destination - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Discover the best ways to navigate around LA County using public transportation. In addition, we will share transportation safety tips and preview a practice driving test. After, play Mario Kart with other teens. For teens, ages 12 - 18.
Engineering & Design: Toy Design Workshop - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Use the engineering design process to create a unique toy with moving parts. For ages 7 - 12.
Summer Discovery Program: Friday FILM Fest - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us Friday for a film fest where we will show family friendly movies and have a mini discussion afterwards. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
Horror Book Club - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to discuss Grady Hendrix's Witchcraft for Wayward Girls. To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+
Baby Band Practice - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.
Summer Discovery Program: Not So BOARD GAMES Tuesdays - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family while playing a variety of board games. All games will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Summer Discovery Program: CRAFTY Wednesdays - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Summer Discovery Program: Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn with hands-on experience using the world's most popular building bricks. Build projects then get the opportunity to explore and discover the joys of STEM education. For Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
Coloring for Adults - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Relax and color a country scene and celebrate American Adventures Month. All supplies are provided. For Ages 18+
Gift Making Workshop - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to learn the joy of gift giving! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or beginner, this hands-on workshop will help spark creativity and yield the perfect gift for someone’s special day, or any day at all! For ages 13 – 17.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Basic Computer Skills: 2013 Word Basics Part 2: Formatting Documents - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how to format and align text, apply bullets or numbers, and adjust spacing within your Word documents in this class. For Ages 18+
Conversation Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Join the conversation club and practice your English language speaking skills in a casual and relaxed environment. The session includes a topic of the day. For Adults 18+
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 09, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
End of Summer Reading: Finale Carnival - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Join us for our third annual end of summer reading finale as we celebrate with books, activities, games, and more! Don't forget to bring your book bucks to redeem for prizes! Ages 4 - 12 and their adult caregiver.
SDP Finale Party - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Let's celebrate the end of the Summer Discovery Program with games and food! Parents and guardians: Please be aware that refreshments will be served at this program. A list of ingredients will be available. For Ages 12 - 18
Toddler Paint - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Build your toddler's pre-literacy, sensory, and motor skills while enjoying fingerpainting and art stamps. For ages 1 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.  
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Make a Medallion - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how clay has been used for personal adornment for centuries and then have fun and create your own medallion using model magic. All supplies are provided. For Ages 18+
Free Vaccine Clinic: School Readiness for Kids and COVID-19 for Adults - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE School Readiness Vaccines for Kids and COVID-19 Vaccines for adults.
Register
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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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