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African American & Black History Month: Artist Charles McGee

In-Person Program

Celebrate African American and Black History Month with an art workshop inspired by the work of Detroit artist Charles McGee. For Ages 12-18.

McGee was known for his use of repeating patterns, strong contrast, and sculptural forms to explore history, identity, and community. Participants will create their own paper sculptures using layered shapes, geometric designs, and contrasting elements to build visual impact. Teens will learn how McGee transformed simple materials into powerful works of art, then apply those ideas to design a three-dimensional piece that reflects their own creativity and perspective.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

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

TAGS: | African American & Black History Month |

Bell Gardens Library
Phone: 562.927.1309
Hours
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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

Bell Gardens Library first opened in August, 1938 at 5656 Live Oak St. As the City of Bell Gardens grew and expanded, so did the library.

On September 22, 1958 the library moved to 7515 Eastern Ave. (a store front location).

The library moved to its current location, 7110 S. Garfield Avenue, on May 7th, 1970. On July 21, 2007 the library had a Grand Re-Opening ceremony to celebrate a 6-month major refurbishment project.

Upcoming events

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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 04, 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.
Baby Band Practice - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for a morning of music and movement designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while enjoying songs, rhymes, and movement. For ages 0 - 36 months with a parent and caregiver. 
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Join us for an afternoon storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. For babies up to 24 months, with parent or caregiver
The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Learn about The Power of Positive Parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 11, 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.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Hispanic Heritage Month : Milagro Hearts  - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating an embossed Milagro Heart. For Adults - Ages 18+
Alebrijes - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring Pedro Linares's alebrije creations and learn about Mexican art and folktales. Then create your own owl alebrije to take home! For ages 5 – 12 with their parent or caregiver.
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 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.
 Drop-in Tech Help for Older Adults  - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Need help navigating your computer or smartphone? Join us for a friendly, drop-in tech help hour designed especially for older adults.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for an afternoon storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. For babies up to 24 months, with parent or caregiver
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 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.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
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