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Black Beaches Bag

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Our Place in the Sun

African American and Black History Month
2026-02-14 15:00:00 2026-02-14 16:30:00 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. For adults Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, February 14
3:00pm - 4:30pm

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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 |

Claremont Helen Renwick Library
Phone: 909.621.4902
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Mon, Jul 13 Closed
Tue, Jul 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 Closed
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About the branch

Claremont Library was founded in 1914. It has been at its current location since 1928. The present building opened on April 25, 1975. The Friends of the Claremont Public Library was founded in 1957.

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