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Franklin & Palisades Fires Memory Project

In-Person Program
2026-07-22 12:00:00 2026-07-22 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Franklin & Palisades Fires Memory Project Pepperdine Libraries Special Collections and Archives is creating a community archive collection to document and preserve the shared experience of the Franklin and Palisades Fires. Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, July 22
12:00pm - 4:00pm

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Malibu Library

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Pepperdine Libraries Special Collections and Archives is creating a community archive collection to document and preserve the shared experience of the Franklin and Palisades Fires.

Pepperdine Libraries Special Collections and Archives is creating a community archive collection to document and preserve the shared experience of the Franklin (2024) and Palisades Fires (2025). These events represent a crucial moment in our community’s history, and your personal recollections and materials are pieces of this historical record.

Pepperdine invites all community members to share their:

  • Photographs & Video: your images of the fire, smoke, damage, recovery, or community support efforts.
  • Social Media Posts: screenshots or text of your posts, reflections, or discussions.
  • Personal Stories & Statement: written accounts detailing your experience. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture |

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Phone: 310.456.6438
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About the branch

Malibu Library, located in the Malibu Civic Center Complex, was established in 1970 by the County of Los Angeles Public Library. Prior to 1970, a bookmobile provided library service to the Malibu community serving residents in Topanga Canyon and along the Pacific Coast Highway.

On April 22, 2012, a grand opening celebration was held to mark the completion of a $6 million renovation of the Malibu Library, designed by the architectural firm of LPA, Inc. and funded by revenue generated from local property taxes.

The new sustainable, LEED-certified library has been redesigned to represent Malibu's sand, sea and sun culture with features such as:

-A replica of the Adamson House tile rug in the main lobby
-A photographic exhibit featuring historical images of the area
-The Children's area featuring a marine life motif, including an 8' by 14' porcelain tile art piece designed by artist Christine Nguyen
-A Teen area that embraces Malibu's surf culture.
 

Upcoming events

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Build A Claw Machine - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the history of the claw machine and design your own as you explore concepts of engineering. Part of Summer Discovery Program. For kids ages 5 – 12.
Music Together for Babies & Toddlers - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Families will sing, move, and play child-friendly instruments together. For children ages 0 - 3 and their caregivers.
Teens DIY: Make Your Own Stickers - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Lets celebrate our First Amendment freedom of expression by promoting our favorite brand, band or cause through making oodles of stickers on the cheap. Part of Summer Discovery Program. Bring your ideas! For Teens 12 - 17.
Peaceful Painting in Western Malibu - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us at Malibu Equestrian Park for an afternoon of relaxing open-air painting. Follow instructions to create your own masterpiece. All materials provided. Beginners welcome! We will meet at the picnic tables next to the arena. For adults.
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Nature Walk for Kids - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Spend the morning in nature with your little one. Participants will begin at Malibu Library and enjoy a walk around Legacy Park with park educators. For ages 2 - 10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Malibu Library.
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Franklin & Palisades Fires Memory Project - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Pepperdine Libraries Special Collections and Archives is creating a community archive collection to document and preserve the shared experience of the Franklin and Palisades Fires.
Summer Suncatchers - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
In this fun and simple art activity, little artists will create Summer Suncatchers using tissue paper, contact paper, and paper plates. When the light shines through, they’ll be able to see the colorful glowing hues! For ages 2 - 5.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 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.
Make Your Own Lizard Keychain - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Make a pony bead lizard keychain inspired by the lizards that live right here in our back yard. Part of Summer Discovery Program. For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.
Art Night for Adults - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Come socialize and have fun! You can color in a masterwork of one of the great artists, make a mini-masterpiece on a tiny canvas, or wildly paint whatever your muse inspires. Let's spark our creativity and indulge our artistic sides! For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 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.
Reflective Journaling in Western Malibu - In-Person Program - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Experience the joys and contemplation of journaling and free writing at this series of workshops. No experience necessary. Please bring your own notebook. These workshops will be held at the Malibu Equestrian Park. For adults.
Brick Builders Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for brick building at the library! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! Participants can build freely or participate in a fun building challenge. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
LED Flashlights - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Light up your summer! Learn some basic principles of engineering and physics as you explore the flow of electricity by building your own LED flashlight. For ages 12 - 17. 
Jubilations: Outdoor Poetry Reading - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Jubilations is an open air gathering that features selected poets, open mic, and conversation. Sunscreen, sun hats, and sunglasses are recommended! For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 11, 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.
Reflective Journaling in Western Malibu - In-Person Program - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Experience the joys and contemplation of journaling and free writing at this series of workshops. No experience necessary. Please bring your own notebook. These workshops will be held at the Malibu Equestrian Park. For adults.
Malibu Library Book Club:  The Four Winds - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
In 1934, drought has devastated the Great Plains. Everything in Elsa's life, including her farm and tenuous marriage, is withering and dying. Elsa must make the choice to either fight or flee to California in search of a better life. For adults.
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