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Teens Unite: Symposium on Freedom to Read

In-Person Program
2025-10-11 10:00:00 2025-10-11 13:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Teens Unite: Symposium on Freedom to Read Join us for a special activity and conversations with other teens about censorship, book bans and intellectual freedom. Share your voice and connect with other teens as we explore the power of stories and the freedom to read. For teens ages 13 - 18. San Fernando Library -

Saturday, October 11
10:00am - 1:00pm

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Join us for a special activity and conversations with other teens about censorship, book bans and intellectual freedom. Share your voice and connect with other teens as we explore the power of stories and the freedom to read. For teens ages 13 - 18.

Join LA County Library for our inaugural Teen Symposium. This year’s theme is on the Freedom to Read, where we explore why intellection freedom matters. Take part in person activities and participate in a virtual event with author A.S. King, two-time winner of the American Library Association's Michael L. Printz Award and teens nationwide in conversation about censorship, book bans, and the freedom to read.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Teen Symposium |

San Fernando Library
Phone: 818.365.6928
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Mon, Aug 24 Closed
Tue, Aug 25 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 26 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Aug 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 30 Closed
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About the branch

San Fernando Library opened in November 1914 as a branch of the Los Angeles County Free Library. This library, the first public library in the mainly agricultural San Fernando Valley, found its home in the Industrial Arts building of the San Fernando Union High School located at 130 North Brand Blvd. In the first year, 1,849 books were circulated to 156 borrowers.

From 1925 to 1946, the library weathered the Depression and war years in three store-front locations all on North Maclay Street. Then from 1946 to 1953, the library was located at 11223 First Street.

In 1953, the library joined with city services when it became part of the civic center at 102 Macneil Street. Growth continued for the city and the library with the collection reaching a total of 27,572 volumes in 1964 for the library's 50th anniversary.

The 1970's saw the development of a strong Spanish-language collection and the creation of the community support group---the Friends of the San Fernando Library. In 1988, the library moved into a 6,000 square-foot facility located at 150 N. Library Street.

On June 20, 2001, the library moved to 217 North Maclay Ave, a brand new 8,601 square-foot leased facility. The library is the center piece of the newly constructed Library Plaza Mall. The project was a private/public partnership.

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FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Thanks to a partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services, customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) at one of our upcoming clinics. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
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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.
Back to School Family Game Night - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us for a fun evening of board games that help kids practice problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. Families can play together and learn new games at their own pace. For children ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Mental Health Promoters - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County. For adults.
FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Thanks to a partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services, customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) at one of our upcoming clinics.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 03, 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.
Adult 101: Public Speaking - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17.
Mental Health Promoters - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County. For adults.
Build-a-Bookmark Workshop - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Love books and art? Join us to create your own bookmark for the 47th Annual LA County Library Bookmark Contest using crayons, markers, and other fun art supplies. For children ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Thanks to a partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services, customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) at one of our upcoming clinics.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 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.
Faux Succulent Terrariums for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Come create an eco-friendly, no-maintenance artificial succulent. Combine faux succulents with other materials provided and design a realistic, sustainable, and fun decoration you can put in your space. For teens ages 11 – 18.
Mental Health Promoters - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County. For adults.
FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Thanks to a partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services, customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) at one of our upcoming clinics.
Book Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're reading 'On a Night of a Thousand Stars' by Andrea Yaryura Clark. Copies of the current title are available at the Information Desk. New members are always welcome! For adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
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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.
STEAM Lab for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Get inspired and make science fun! Join us as we explore STEAM concepts with a creative twist. Express your imagination through thoughtful and engaging science and technology projects and expand your knowledge along the way! For ages 13 – 17.
Mental Health Promoters - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County. For adults.
FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Thanks to a partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services, customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) at one of our upcoming clinics.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 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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