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Play and Explore

In-Person Program
2026-04-09 11:00:00 2026-04-09 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, April 09
11:00am - 12:00pm

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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
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Mon, Oct 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Oct 06 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 10 Closed
Sun, Oct 11 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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