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Join us to learn about famous Black winter-sport athletes like figure skater Debi Thomas, the first Black American woman to medal at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Afterwards, we will create a custom medal inspired by one of the athletes. For ages 6 - 12.
In honor of African American and Black History Month and just in time for the 2026 Winter Olympics, join us to learn about famous Black winter-sport athletes like figure skater Debi Thomas, the first Black American woman to medal at the 1988 Winter Olympics. As we learn about these amazing Black Olympians, we will create and design a medal inspired by one of the athletes we learned.
For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.
AGE GROUP: | Children |
EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |
TAGS: | African American & Black History Month |
The Los Angeles County Free Library was a little over a year old when the Lomita community applied for service. A branch was established in a local clubhouse in June 1914 with 232 books which were mostly donated, 14 registered card holders, and a volunteer custodian in charge of the library.
By 1918 its original quarters were outgrown, and a storefront room was rented in the Smith building at Lomita Boulevard and Narbonne Avenue. This was the library's home for the next ten years.
In 1928 the library was moved to a 1,000 square foot building that remained in service for thirty two years.
In 1960 the library was moved to larger quarters which was formerly the Pioneer Press building.
On April 10, 1976, the Lomita Library was dedicated as part of the new city civic center and became permanently established in the community.
