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Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold

In-Person Program
2026-05-27 17:00:00 2026-05-27 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults. El Monte Library - Study Room

Wednesday, May 27
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-27 17:00:00 2026-05-27 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults. El Monte Library - Study Room

El Monte Library

Study Room

Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.

Our Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of every month. 

May's Book Pick is Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi 

A small number of copies will be available for checkout on April 29, 2026.

If you could go back, who would you want to meet? In a small back alley of Tokyo, there is a cafe that has been serving carefully brewed coffee for more than one hundred years. Local legend says that this shop offers something else besides coffee--the chance to travel back in time. Over the course of one summer, four customers visit the cafe in the hopes of making that journey. But time travel isn't so simple, and there are rules that must be followed. Most important, the trip can last only as long as it takes for the coffee to get cold. Heartwarming, wistful, mysterious and delightfully quirky, Toshikazu Kawaguchi's internationally bestselling novel explores the age-old question: What would you change if you could travel back in time?

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Book Club |

El Monte Library
Phone: 626.444.9506
Hours
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Mon, Apr 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 03 Closed
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About the branch

Friendly El Monte, the End of the Santa Fe Trail, was incorporated in 1912. The city was once home to Gay's Lion Farm during the 1930s and famous for the roaring lion on MGM's logo.

The El Monte Library was founded in 1890, and joined the Los Angeles County Public Library in 1913. It has been at its present location since 1967.

Upcoming events

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Reading is Magic - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for Children’s Day/Book Day with performer Christopher Barnes. During his show, he introduces a book, provides a quick synopsis of the story, and then brings the story to life with hilarious, interactive magic!
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person
Wed, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.
Book Club: Finding My Way - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room
Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 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.
Chair Yoga for Seniors - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 30, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults
Ribbon Lei Workshop - In-Person Program
Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Did you know that May 1st is Lei Day? Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Month by making your own beautiful handmade lei. While supplies last. For teens, ages 13 – 17.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience.
Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp - In-Person Program
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Discover the art of nib calligraphy in this immersive 6-week course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Elevate your handwriting or explore a new creative outlet! Registration required. For adults.
This event is full
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person
Wed, May 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.
Make your own greeting card - In-Person Program
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Snip, fold, glue, and decorate! Kids will explore the art of paper crafting as they design one-of-a-kind greeting cards to give to friends, family, or someone who could use a smile. While supplies last. 
Raising Responsible Teenagers - In-Person Program
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us to learn about Raising Responsible Teenagers and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 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.
Chair Yoga for Seniors - In-Person Program
Thu, May 07, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults
Icy Fruit - In-Person Program
Fri, May 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Let's celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join us in reading Icy Fruit by Charlotte Cheng.  A simple art activity will follow.
Fiber Arts Club - In-Person Program
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Crochet, embroidery or knitting, our Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you! Please bring your own supplies and materials. For adults.
Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp - In-Person Program
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Discover the art of nib calligraphy in this immersive 6-week course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Elevate your handwriting or explore a new creative outlet! Registration required. For adults.
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Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person
Wed, May 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.
Scrapbooking Workshop - In-Person Program
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For Adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 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.
Chair Yoga for Seniors - In-Person Program
Thu, May 14, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults
In the Loop: Teen Crochet Club - In-Person Program
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Join In the Loop, our first crochet club for teens. Supplies are limited, please bring your own tools and materials. For teens, ages 14 – 17.
Blue Submarine - Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy. - In-Person Program
Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Experience marine life up-close with live tidepool animals, including sea stars, urchins, slugs, and hermit crabs For ages 6 – 12 with a parent/caregiver.
Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp - In-Person Program
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Discover the art of nib calligraphy in this immersive 6-week course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Elevate your handwriting or explore a new creative outlet! Registration required. For adults.
This event is full
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person
Wed, May 20, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.
The Art of Suminagashi - In-Person Program
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a live demonstration of Suminagashi, or the Japanese Art of Marbling, and make your own marbled stationery. While supplies last. For ages 14 - 17.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 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.
Chair Yoga for Seniors - In-Person Program
Thu, May 21, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults
Sashiko Mending Workshop - In-Person Program
Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month by learning Sashiko, a traditional Japanese hand-stitching technique for mending and decorating fabric. Materials provided—bring a piece to mend if you like! While supplies last. For adults. 
Fiber Arts Club - In-Person Program
Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Crochet, embroidery or knitting, our Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you! Please bring your own supplies and materials. For adults.
Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp - In-Person Program
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Discover the art of nib calligraphy in this immersive 6-week course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Elevate your handwriting or explore a new creative outlet! Registration required. For adults.
This event is full
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person
Wed, May 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.
Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold - In-Person Program
Wed, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room
Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.
Chair Yoga for Seniors - In-Person Program
Thu, May 28, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults
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