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Gaman Art Bird Pins

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Japanese American Bird Pins

One Book, One Coast Program
2026-05-05 18:00:00 2026-05-05 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Japanese American Bird Pins Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults. Bell Gardens Library -

Tuesday, May 05
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-05 18:00:00 2026-05-05 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Japanese American Bird Pins Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults. Bell Gardens Library -

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.

Wooden bird pins were carved by hand, painted, and worn as brooches or pins that were small and powerful expressions of beauty and individuality. 

This program is part of One Book, One Coast which brings together library systems across California, Washington State, and Oregon for a shared community reading program that celebrates literacy, learning, community, and civil discourse.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

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

TAGS: | One Book One Coast | Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month |

Bell Gardens Library
Phone: 562.927.1309
Hours
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Mon, Apr 20 Closed
Tue, Apr 21 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 Closed
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About the branch

Bell Gardens Library first opened in August, 1938 at 5656 Live Oak St. As the City of Bell Gardens grew and expanded, so did the library.

On September 22, 1958 the library moved to 7515 Eastern Ave. (a store front location).

The library moved to its current location, 7110 S. Garfield Avenue, on May 7th, 1970. On July 21, 2007 the library had a Grand Re-Opening ceremony to celebrate a 6-month major refurbishment project.

Upcoming events

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Día de Los Niños (Children's Day/Book Day) - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us as we celebrate Día de Los Niños as we read the book Isabel and Her Colores Go to School by Alexandra Alessandri. For children ages 6 -12 with a parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, May 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity with infant toys, art supplies, puppets, and more! For ages 0 - 36 months with their parent or caregiver.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, May 05, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Join us for an afternoon storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. For babies up to 24 months, with parent or caregiver.  
Japanese American Bird Pins - One Book, One Coast Program
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.
Chinese Pellet Drum - In-Person Program
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month by learning about the Bolang Gu, a traditional Chinese hand drum, then create your very own drum to take home! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, May 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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 Band Practice - In-Person Program
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for a morning of music and movement designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while enjoying songs, rhymes, and movement. For ages 0 - 36 months with a parent and caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Drop-in Tech Help for Older Adults - In-Person Program
Fri, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Need help navigating your computer or smartphone? Join us for a friendly, drop-in tech help hour designed especially for older adults. For Adults 
Adult 101: Car Care & Driver Basics - In-Person Program
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens - join us to learn about safe driving habits and good car maintenance! Stop by the library to learn more about basic car maintenance tips and what you can do to keep your car running smoothly for years to come. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, May 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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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