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Book Club: Bless Me Ultima

In-Person Program
2025-09-16 18:00:00 2025-09-16 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Book Club: Bless Me Ultima Join the Pico Rivera Library Book Club as we read Rudolfo Anaya's classic novel Bless Me Ultima for Hispanic Heritage Month. For adults. Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, September 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-16 18:00:00 2025-09-16 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Book Club: Bless Me Ultima Join the Pico Rivera Library Book Club as we read Rudolfo Anaya's classic novel Bless Me Ultima for Hispanic Heritage Month. For adults. Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Pico Rivera Library

Meeting Room

Join the Pico Rivera Library Book Club as we read Rudolfo Anaya's classic novel Bless Me Ultima for Hispanic Heritage Month. For adults.

Antonio Marez is six years old when Ultima, a folk healer or cuarendera, comes to stay with his family in New Mexico. Under her guidance and wisdom, Tony finds the courage to face childhood bigotry, diabolical possession, the moral collapse of his brother, and many violent deaths. Tony explores the ties that religion, both pagan and Catholicism, connects him to his family and to his culture. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Hispanic Heritage Month | Book Club |

Pico Rivera Library
Phone: 562.942.7394
Hours
Mon, Aug 18 Closed
Tue, Aug 19 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 20 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Aug 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 24 Closed
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About the branch

Founded in 1917, the new 16,000 square foot library was dedicated on December 14, 2013. It replaced the old 7,700 square foot circular library constructed in 1961. Funding for the new LEED rated library was provided by the City of Pico Rivera and Supervisorial District 1.

It is the larger of the two libraries serving the city and provides support services for two smaller libraries in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.

Upcoming events

Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 22, 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.
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 29, 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.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Artist Fernando Llort - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring Fernando Llort’s beautiful and cultural Salvadoran art and learn about El Salvador. Then create your very own handcrafted magical bird inspired by his creativity. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Knit, Crochet, and Craft - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy an evening of crafting for adults where you can learn knitting and crochet basics! Experienced crafters are invited to check out books and magazines for new projects and to exchange ideas with fellow knitters and crocheters. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 05, 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
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Drop by the Pico Rivera Library for an afternoon of gaming with your friends! We have video games on the Nintendo Switch and board games to play. Check out our teen D&D group which is always open to new adventurers. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 12, 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.
American Red Cross: Prepare with Pedro
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the American Red Cross and learn about disaster preparedness and how to stay safe during a disaster. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.
Book Club: Bless Me Ultima - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the Pico Rivera Library Book Club as we read Rudolfo Anaya's classic novel Bless Me Ultima for Hispanic Heritage Month. For adults.
Knit, Crochet, and Craft - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy an evening of crafting for adults where you can learn knitting and crochet basics! Experienced crafters are invited to check out books and magazines for new projects and to exchange ideas with fellow knitters and crocheters. For adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 19, 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.
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