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Evening Book Club: "Time of the Child" by Niall Williams

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2025-12-01 17:00:00 2025-12-01 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Evening Book Club: "Time of the Child" by Niall Williams Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. For adults. Manhattan Beach Library -

Monday, December 01
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-01 17:00:00 2025-12-01 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Evening Book Club: "Time of the Child" by Niall Williams Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. For adults. Manhattan Beach Library -

Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. For adults.

December selection: "Time of the Child" by Niall Williams

Doctor Jack Troy was born and raised in Faha, but his responsibilities for the sick and his care for the dying mean he has always been set apart from the town. His eldest daughter, Ronnie, has grown up in her father's shadow, and remains there, having missed one chance at love – and passed up another offer of marriage from an unsuitable man. But in the Advent season of 1962, as the town readies itself for Christmas, Ronnie and Doctor Troy's lives are turned upside down when a baby is left in their care. As the winter passes, father and daughter's lives, the understanding of their family, and their role in their community are changed forever.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

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

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Manhattan Beach Library
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About the branch

Manhattan Beach Library was started as a subscription library in 1910 by the Neptunian Women's Club of Manhattan Beach.

The library became part of LA County Library in January 1915, making it one of the oldest continuing libraries in the county system. The library moved into a separate building in 1957 and to its current location in 1975. In 2013, construction began on a new more modern building that would meet the needs of the 35,000 residents in the 3.87 square mile community.

On May 1, 2015 the new 21,500 square foot building designed by architectural firm Johnson Favaro opened. It features a two-story modern design with panoramic ocean views, an interactive children's exhibit, fireplace, automated materials handling system, and self-check machines

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Tue, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Circle Time - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Thu, Nov 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! For ages 12 - 17.
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Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Pressed Flower Luminary Jars - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Come learn how to decorate small glass jars using dried flowers and decoupage. Spruce up your creation with some twine or ribbon and add an LED tea light candle to make it glow! For adults.
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Evening Book Club: "Time of the Child" by Niall Williams - In-Person Program
Mon, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. For adults.
Rubik's Cube Club for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
If you’re an expert cuber or simply a puzzle enthusiast, join us to learn Rubik’s Cube strategies, practice cubing, and have fun! Rubik’s Cubes and snacks provided! For ages 12 - 17.
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Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Tue, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills in our Play Day and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5.
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Circle Time - In-Person Program
Wed, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
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Teen Advisory Board - End of Year Party - In-Person Program
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! We will also be throwing a party to celebrate the last TAB Meeting of the year! For ages 12 - 17.
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