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Black Beaches Bag

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Our Place in the Sun

African American and Black History Month
2026-02-03 17:00:00 2026-02-03 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Our Place in the Sun Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. George Nye, Jr. Library -

Tuesday, February 03
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-03 17:00:00 2026-02-03 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Our Place in the Sun Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. George Nye, Jr. Library -

Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.

For adults

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. 

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

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

TAGS: | Black Resource Center | Art Activity | African American & Black History Month |

George Nye, Jr. Library
Phone: 562.421.8497
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Mon, Jan 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jan 06 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 07 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jan 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 10 Closed
Sun, Jan 11 Closed
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About the branch

On February 22, 1973, the City of Lakewood, in cooperation with the County of Los Angeles Public Library, opened the George Nye, Jr. Library.

The library is named for Lakewood Mayor George H. Nye, Jr. who died while serving in office in May 1971.

The library is the second in the city and serves the population of the eastern area of the city which includes eight elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.

An active Friends of the Library group was formed in 1972 and supports both Lakewood libraries - George Nye, Jr. and Angelo M. Iacoboni.

Upcoming events

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MakMo: Peewee Pyrotechnics - In-Person Program
Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Do you think fireworks are cool? Have you ever wondered about how they work? Learn the math behind safely launching them and creating pictures in the sky. We will also be creating a pompom "firework" shooter. For ages 5 -12 with parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Jan 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Adult 101: Goal Setting - In-Person Program
Tue, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Do you have an idea of what you want your life to look like but not quite sure how to make it happen? Learn goal setting techniques and make your own calendar celebrating the new year and new goals. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Daddy & Me Storytime - In-Person Event
Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Jan 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Jan 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Our Place in the Sun - African American and Black History Month
Tue, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.
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