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Play and Explore

In-Person Program
2026-04-22 17:00:00 2026-04-22 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore Build your child’s preliteracy, social skills and motor skills with hands-on activities. From blocks to puppets, different activity stations will be available for children to explore. Recommended for children ages 1 - 4 with their parent or caregiver Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, April 22
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-22 17:00:00 2026-04-22 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore Build your child’s preliteracy, social skills and motor skills with hands-on activities. From blocks to puppets, different activity stations will be available for children to explore. Recommended for children ages 1 - 4 with their parent or caregiver Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Temple City Library

Meeting Room

Build your child’s preliteracy, social skills and motor skills with hands-on activities. From blocks to puppets, different activity stations will be available for children to explore. Recommended for children ages 1 - 4 with their parent or caregiver


During the program you will have an opportunity to chat with an expert from the Department of Public Health and learn about children's oral health.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Preschoolers | Babies |

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

TAGS: | Smart Start |

Temple City Library
Phone: 626.285.2136
Hours
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Mon, Mar 16 Closed
Tue, Mar 17 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Mar 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 22 Closed
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About the branch

Temple City Library was founded when Willa Samson initiated a small lending library in her home. In 1924, Mrs. Samson's rental cottage (9961 Woodruff Avenue) became the first official library site with Mrs. Samson as Temple City's first librarian.

After moving into larger buildings when it outgrew its surroundings, the current library location was opened in 1963.

Temple City Library reopened to the community in May 2022 with renovations which included a new Children’s Area, Community Meeting room, additional seating, laptop vending machine, Civic Art installation, and drought-tolerant landscaping.

Upcoming events

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Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Mar 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room - The Bubble
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone and fentanyl testing strips at a select location. For all ages.
Electric Dragsters - In-Person Program
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
This Teens Create Month learn about engineering and the science of friction as you design your own electric dragster. Experiment with modifications and compete against other teens to see can engineer the fastest car! For Teens 13 - 17
Adult Conversation Club  成人会话俱乐部 - In-Person Program
Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for conversation club. Each meeting will provide new English learners with the chance to practice English with other adults on different topics.  加入我们的英语会话俱乐部。俱乐部为英语初学者提供练习英语口语的机会。 For Adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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.
Mini Pot Activity - In-Person Program
Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Decorate a mini pot to plant seeds in and take home.  For ages 5 - 12
Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room - The Bubble
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone and fentanyl testing strips at a select location. For all ages.
Life Science: The Butterfly Lifecycle - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us at the library as we learn the process of caterpillars morphing into butterflies. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Teen Advisory Board: Art of Chinese Knots - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Chinese knotting is a unique handicraft that started thousands of years ago. Join us to learn some basic history on Chinese knotting, and different types of knots. You will get to practice tying a simple knot to take home.  Ages 13 - 17
Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 08, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room - The Bubble
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone and fentanyl testing strips at a select location. For all ages.
Fun with Fungi - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
 Join us as we explore the world of mushrooms and fungi. We will learn about the lifecycle of mushrooms, which species are poisonous and edible, make egg carton fungi, and much more! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room - The Bubble
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone and fentanyl testing strips at a select location. For all ages.
Adult 101: Workplace Readiness - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Finding a job can be a challenge. Join us to prepare for life in a workplace. Learn about workplace etiquette, interview tips and how to create a professional resume. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Adult Conversation Club  成人会话俱乐部 - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for conversation club. Each meeting will provide new English learners with the chance to practice English with other adults on different topics.  加入我们的英语会话俱乐部。俱乐部为英语初学者提供练习英语口语的机会。 For Adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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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