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Japanese American Bird Pins

In-Person Program
2026-05-19 18:00:00 2026-05-19 19:15:00 America/Los_Angeles Japanese American Bird Pins Create a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. Registration required. For adults. Wiseburn Library -

Tuesday, May 19
6:00pm - 7:15pm

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Create a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. Registration required. 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.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

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.

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 |

Wiseburn Library
Phone: 310.643.8880
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Mon, Nov 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 Closed
Sun, Nov 08 Closed
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About the branch

Initially, the Wiseburn Coordinating Council, formed in 1952, was instrumental in securing the services of the Los Angeles County Mobile Library for 2 years.

They later petitioned Los Angeles County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn and County Librarian John Henderson for the establishment of a permanent Wiseburn Library in the Del Aire area. A small County Library facility (20' x 60') staffed with one librarian was opened on January 4, 1956 in a store front building, next door to a bar, at 11936 Aviation Blvd.

Despite its popularity, it was closed after several years and not replaced due to lack of suitable housing. Continued community efforts and the support of Supervisor Hahn, eventually resulted in an unprecedented tri-governmental agreement and the dedication of the present structure on February 12, 1966.

The Wiseburn School District currently owns the building, and leases it to the County of Los Angeles Public Library for use as a public library.

Upcoming events

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Fall Tree Painting - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Practice coloring mixing and learn how to make a beautiful fall tree painting with a painting technique called pointillism. For ages 5 - 12.
Wiseburn Library Book Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 04, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read "The Ministry of Time" by Kaliane Bradley. Copies of the books are available at the library. For ages 18+.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.
Adult 101 for Teens: Fitness - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Do you want a healthier lifestyle, but don't know where to start? Start with exercise! Grab a friend and join us at the library as we learn about fitness. Afterwards, you can decorate a beach ball. For teens ages 11 - 18.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.
Pajama Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories and rhymes. For children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.
Native American Heritage Month: Strawberry Rock Painting - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by reading the book Berry Song by Michaela Goade, then paint a strawberry rock. For ages 5 – 12.
Fiber Arts for Adults - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn the basics of crochet or bring your own fiber arts projects to work on in the group. Registration required. For ages 18+.
Painting for Littles - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Art helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine motor skills, and boost imagination and creativity. Come paint with us! For ages 2 - 5 with their caregiver. Registration is required only for participating children.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.
Pumpkin Canvas Art for Adults - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Discover some facts about one of the world's oldest domesticated crop and create a stunning pumpkin canvas art to display in your home all Fall. Registration required. For adults, ages 18+.
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