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Black History Month: Bessie Coleman's Biplane
2026-02-19 15:30:00 2026-02-19 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Black History Month: Bessie Coleman's Biplane Celebrate Black History Month by learning about Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to earn an international pilot's license. Then make your own plane using popsicle sticks and paint. For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver. Graham Library -

Thursday, February 19
3:30pm - 4:30pm

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Celebrate Black History Month by learning about Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to earn an international pilot's license. Then make your own plane using popsicle sticks and paint. For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver.

Celebra el Mes de la Historia Afroamericana aprendiendo sobre Bessie Coleman, la primer mujer afroamericana en obtener
una licencia internacional de piloto hace más de 100 años. Después, podrás construir y pintar tu propio avión con palitos de
helado y pintura. Para niños de 5 a 12 años con un padre o cuidador.

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Education & Literacy | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Art Activity | African American & Black History Month |

Graham Library
Phone: 323.582.2903
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Mon, Aug 24 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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Wed, Aug 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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Fri, Aug 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

Graham Library was established in April 1915. The library was first located in a school and then moved into a store building two years later. In 1928, the library was moved to a building located on Glendale and New Hampshire (now Holmes and 85th Street).

In 1938, the Graham Library moved to new quarters at the corner of Boston (now 87th Street) and Fir and continued there until 1969, when the present library was built on Firestone Boulevard. The Library was refurbished beginning May 2000 and reopened November 2001.

Graham Library was rededicated on November 8, 2001 after a $623,000 renovation. Colorful murals by Bolivian artist, Mario Cespedes, lend a festive air to the building. The library is the community center for the local neighborhood.

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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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
Thu, Sep 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Decorate a Pencil Pouch!
Thu, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ready for the new school year? Decorate your own pencil pouch that is uniquely yours using paint, markers, and glitter. All supplies provided. For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver.
Adult 101: Workplace Readiness - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have an idea of what you want your life to look like but not quite sure how to make it happen? A dream written down with a date becomes a goal. For ages 13 – 17.
Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Graham Library Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17
Hispanic Heritage Month: DIY Piñata
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:40pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the independence anniversaries of Mexico, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua! For ages 5–12 with a parent or caregiver.
Craft Saturday: All About Trains
Sat, Sep 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and creativity skills with your child through art activities. Children will listen to train themed stories and then decorate their own craft train. For ages 2 – 5 with their caregivers.
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