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Straw Powered Rocket

Who Was Mary Golda Ross?

In-Person Program

2025-11-05 15:30:00 2025-11-05 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Who Was Mary Golda Ross? Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the inspirational life of aerospace engineer Mary Golda Ross and then make a straw powered rocket. For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver. West Covina Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, November 05
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-05 15:30:00 2025-11-05 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Who Was Mary Golda Ross? Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the inspirational life of aerospace engineer Mary Golda Ross and then make a straw powered rocket. For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver. West Covina Library - Meeting Room

West Covina Library

Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the inspirational life of aerospace engineer Mary Golda Ross and then make a straw powered rocket. For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | History, Society, & Culture |

TAGS: | Native American Heritage Month |

West Covina Library
Phone: 626.962.3541
Hours
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Mon, Oct 20 Closed
Tue, Oct 21 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 22 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 26 Closed
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About the branch

Founded in 1915, West Covina Library has been located in the West Covina Civic Center since 1961. The first County library designed as a Regional Headquarters, it was remodeled in 1975. Today West Covina Library still serves as the East Regional County Library for the County of Los Angeles Public Library.

Upcoming events

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Teen Super Smash Bros. Tournament - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Seminar Room
Teens will battle head-to-head until there is only one standing! Winner of the tournament will receive a $15 In-N-Out gift card, donated by the Friends of the West Covina Library. For Ages 12 - 17. 
Discover the Microscopic Universe - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us to explore the "microverse" around us! We'll look at animals, plants, and even your own hair up close! For ages 5 -12 with parent or caregiver.
Zumba - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zumba combines dance and fitness with core movements focusing on heart rate performed to energetic music with choreography that includes the Latin rhythms of merengue, salsa, cumbia and other international rhythms. For adults.
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.
Teen Jack-O-Lantern Workshop - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Seminar Room
Teens will get the opportunity to learn about and create their own jack-o-lantern.  For Ages 12 - 17. 
Handmade Holiday Paper Crafts - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Adults can enjoy creating holiday paper crafts, such as a paper garland, a 3D star, or decorate a small grapevine wreath.
Who Was Mary Golda Ross? - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the inspirational life of aerospace engineer Mary Golda Ross and then make a straw powered rocket. For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
Zumba - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy the rhythmic sounds of salsa, cumbia and American dance, as we enjoy an hour of exercising to the music!
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.
Knit and Crochet - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Seminar Room
Come and learn the basics of Knit and Crochet! Bring your own needles, yarn and we will knit and crochet together. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 07, 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.
Zumba! - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Dance your way to fitness, all levels are welcome!
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Sat, Nov 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills while developing fine and gross motor skills. Enjoy a unique family bonding experience! For children ages 2 - 5 with parent or caregiver.  
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.
Raising Confident Competent Children - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Seminar Room
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.
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