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Play and Explore

In-Person Program

2026-02-05 11:00:00 2026-02-05 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore 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. Chet Holifield Library -

Thursday, February 05
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-05 11:00:00 2026-02-05 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore 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. Chet Holifield Library -

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.

This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers.

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: | Preschoolers | Babies |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Games | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Smart Start |

Chet Holifield Library

Phone: 323.728.0421

Hours
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Mon, Feb 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Feb 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Feb 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 07 Closed
Sun, Feb 08 Closed

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.

Upcoming events

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Wed, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0-5 and their dads or male caregivers.

Thu, Feb 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.

Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Through interactive singing and dancing, babies and toddlers can explore music and movement in a positive way. Shake your sillies out with Miss Kym and enjoy learning in a safe and nurturing environment. For ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers

Tue, Feb 10, 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.

Tue, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0-5 and their dads or male caregivers.

Thu, Feb 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 various Detective Maigret novels by Georges Simenon. Pick up a copy at the information desk today! For adults.

Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Celebrate the Winter Olympics by making a mini bobsled and learning about a legendary 1988 Jamaican bobsled team. For teens ages 13 - 17

Tue, Feb 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.

Tue, Mar 03, 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.

Wed, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0-5 and their dads or male caregivers.