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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, Oct 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Oct 27 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 28 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 31 Closed
Sun, Nov 01 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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Tue, Oct 27, 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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Native American Heritage Month: Formline Art - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest like the Tlingit and Haida use formline and ovoid shapes in much of their art. Learn how to create a wolf head in this unique style on a tote bag to keep. For children ages 5 - 12.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity. Help children learn social and emotional skills through shared play time and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.
Baby Band - In-Person Program
Mon, Nov 09, 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, Nov 17, 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.
Book Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 19, 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 Making a Scene, by Constance Wu. Pick up a copy at the information desk today!  For adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 24, 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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