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Hands sketch storyboards with pencil on white paper sheets filled with multiple illustrations. An eraser and stationary surround the creative scene.

The Power of Visual Storytelling

In-Person Program
2026-04-29 16:30:00 2026-04-29 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles The Power of Visual Storytelling Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy, exploring how visual storytelling conveys depth. We'll talk about Mr. Takei's internment camp experience and create prints about our personal experiences. For teens ages 12 - 18. Baldwin Park Library -

Wednesday, April 29
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-29 16:30:00 2026-04-29 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles The Power of Visual Storytelling Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy, exploring how visual storytelling conveys depth. We'll talk about Mr. Takei's internment camp experience and create prints about our personal experiences. For teens ages 12 - 18. Baldwin Park Library -

Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy, exploring how visual storytelling conveys depth. We'll talk about Mr. Takei's internment camp experience and create prints about our personal experiences. For teens ages 12 - 18.

This program is funded by the County of Los Angeles Probation Department through the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA). The JJCPA and Probation Department require the collection of data on program participants, including full name, date of birth, ethnicity, gender, zip code, and signature. Guardian consent is also required to participate.

About One Book, One Coast
One Book, One Coast brings together library systems across California, Washington State, and Oregon for a shared community reading program that celebrates literacy, learning, community, and civil discourse. Learn more about this initiative at LACountyLibrary.org/one-book-one-coast/

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

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

TAGS: | One Book One Coast | JJCPA | Art Activity |

Baldwin Park Library
Phone: 626.962.6947
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We're closed Monday March 30 due to Closed for Cesar Chavez Day
Mon, Mar 30 Closed
(Closed for Cesar Chavez Day)
Tue, Mar 31 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 05 Closed
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About the branch

Baldwin Park Library was founded on February 27, 1914. It has been at its present location since June 20, 1969.

The Friends of the Library was formed in 1982. This group continues to be active and gives the library volunteers and monetary support.
 

Upcoming events

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Art Time! Megan McDonald - In-Person Program
Tue, Mar 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
This month, to celebrate Women's History Month, we'll explore the life of Megan McDonald, children's book author and librarian best known for Judy Moody series. Together, we delve into the art of drawing step by step! For ages 4 - 12
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Want to make a difference in your library and community while earning volunteer hours? Our Teen Advisory Board at Baldwin Park Library is always recruiting! For ages 14 - 17
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for a morning storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby's early learning skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.
Bee Hotels - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the best pollinators in our ecosystem, mason bees! And they are less likely to sting you. Become a friend to these solitary bees and build them a place to live in your garden. For ages 4 – 12
One Book, One Coast - The Power of Visual Storytelling
Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy, exploring how visual storytelling conveys depth. We'll talk about Mr. Takei's internment camp experience and create prints about our personal experiences. For teens ages 12 – 18.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for a morning storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby's early learning skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.
Wellness for Seniors - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for programs designed to benefit seniors.
The Dinosaur Who Cried "Asteroids!" - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
The sky is falling…again! Rory the Dinosaur races to save his friends from the mysterious object falling out of the sky. For children with parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for a morning storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby's early learning skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.
Build A Book Bridge - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Reading and STEM! Let's find a nonfiction book, eBook or an article about famous bridges, engineering or architecture. Then design and build our own bridges using delicious snacky supplies!
WOW! That's STEM Workshop: Wind Turbine  - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about converting wind energy into electricity. Design and build your own wind turbine and measure the amount of energy it produces in this hands-on engineering challenge! For ages 4 – 12
Adult Book Club : Meet me at the Museum - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the Adult Book Club for a discussion of our latest selection 'Meet me at the Museum' by Anne Youngson. For Adults
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Want to make a difference in your library and community while earning volunteer hours? Our Teen Advisory Board at Baldwin Park Library is always recruiting! For ages 14 – 17
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for a morning storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby's early learning skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.
Senior Cafe - In-Person Program. For Adults
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for our 'Senior Cafe'.  We'll have games, puzzles, conversation, and you! 
Teen Fridays - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come on over to our Teen Fridays! Expand your mind, be creative and hone your skills with gaming, music, art, fashion, writing and more. Have some snacks, make new friends and enjoy our teen-centered activities! For ages 14 – 17
Basic Art Techniques for Adults - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Claudia Hindu will lead this exciting class which will teach drawing fundamentals, including contour drawing, perspective, shading, proportion, and still life rendering. For adults.
Día De Los Niños Bilingual Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate children and the joy of reading at the library featuring stories, puppets, music, balloons, colorful crafts, give away books, and facepainting! For children with parent or caregiver
The Power of Visual Storytelling - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel, They Called Us Enemy, exploring how visual storytelling conveys depth. We'll talk about Mr. Takei's internment camp experience and create prints about our personal experiences. For teens ages 12 - 18.
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