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Front cover of Inventions to Count On

Invention Makerspace

In-Person Program
2026-02-03 16:00:00 2026-02-03 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Invention Makerspace To celebrate African American and Black History Month, learn about famous black inventors, then innovate objects you use every day with the supplies on hand.  For ages 5 - 12 Chet Holifield Library -

Tuesday, February 03
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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To celebrate African American and Black History Month, learn about famous black inventors, then innovate objects you use every day with the supplies on hand.  For ages 5 - 12

Did you know that black and African American creators have invented many useful everyday items, such as the ice cream scoop, the traffic light, and the super soaker?

No registration necessary.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

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

TAGS: | African American & Black History Month |

Chet Holifield Library
Phone: 323.728.0421
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Mon, Aug 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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 Closed
Sun, Aug 30 Closed
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About the branch

The library was established in February of 1969 in honor of Congressman Chet Holifield, 19th District (served 1943-1974). The library primarily serves the residents of south Montebello. In January 2011, the library reopened after a year-long refurbishment project.

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Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Mon, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Art of Sonia Romero - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about artist Sonia Romero whose work draws on vintage graphic aesthetics and rich traditions of Chicano art. Make your own masterpiece in her style. For children ages 5-12.
Book Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whether you like historical fiction, sci-fi, romance, or memoirs, this book club reads it all. This month, join us for a discussion of The House on Mango Street, by Sandra Cisneros. Pick up a copy at the information desk today! For adults
Baby Band - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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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