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DIY flashlight made with an LED bulb and popsicle stick.

LED Flashlights

In-Person Program
2026-07-30 16:00:00 2026-07-30 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles LED Flashlights 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 - 18.  East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, July 30
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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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 - 18. 

Celebrate a summer of reading, exploration, and discovery! Log your reading and activities to earn badges and prizes. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Computers & Technology | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Summer Discovery Program |

East Los Angeles Library
Phone: 323.264.0155
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

East Los Angeles Library was established on May 1, 1923, with a small collection of books in the corner of a local store. Three months later, a small building was constructed to house the collection.

In 1924, another building was constructed at Kern Avenue near Whittier Boulevard to become the new site of the public library. Then in 1932, the library moved to 679 Fetterly Avenue, where it was located for 35 years before being moved to a new building, on the corner of Third and Fetterly in 1967.

Thanks to funding from Gloria Molina, Supervisor of the First District, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, the library moved into its new location in September 2004.

This brand new library building is over 26,000 square feet, nearly double the size of the old building. The library is located within the East Los Angeles Civic Center, which also includes the East Los Angeles County Hall, Courthouse, Probation Department, Sheriff's station, Edward R. Roybal Comprehensive Health Center, and Belvedere Park Lake. The library now offers expanded services and collections and an expanded Chicano Resource Center in a separate room.

Community residents requested that the new library reflect Mayan design and themes. Since many Mayan structures in southern Mexico and Central America were astronomical observatories, the designers incorporated references to the sun and the moon, both themes in Mayan art, in the pavement at the entrances and in the lobby.

The interior foyer features artist Jose Antonio Aguirre's monumental mosaic mural cycle "OUR LEGACY: Forever Presente..." which is a visual tribute to East Los Angeles' proud cultural heritage and socio-political struggle.

Upcoming events

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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Registration is now closed
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics
Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Computer Basics - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
A drop-in class for computer basics. For adults.
Campfire Snack and Paint - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of painting and snacks around the library's faux campfire. Available while supplies last. For ages 6-12
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Tools for the Toolbox - LEAP Support Group
Mon, Jul 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
These groups will provide activities to do when feeling stress or anxious to redirect that energy.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics
Wed, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Computer Bascis - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
A drop-in class for computer basics. For adults.
Clay Sculpture with Claudia Hindu - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
An afternoon of art with Claudia Hindu. For adults.
This event is full
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
LED Flashlights - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 30, 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 - 18. 
Tools for the Toolbox - LEAP Support Group
Mon, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
These groups will provide activities to do when feeling stress or anxious to redirect that energy.
Kinetic Sculptures - In-Person Program
Mon, Aug 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the history and engineering behind kinetic sculptures, and create your own three-dimensional moving paper art. For ages 12 - 18. 
Lotería Extravaganza - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Let's celebrate the end of summer with a Lotería game! Enhance your memory skills, learn about the origins of Lotería, and participate in a chance to win a prize. For Ages 4-12 with a parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics
Wed, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Computer Basics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
A drop-in class for computer basics. For adults.
Classics Book Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
A discussion of the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, "Fairview". For adults.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Please join us for stories, songs, and gentle movements designed for babies 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
Teen Summer Superhero Coloring - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Relax, unwind and color you favorite superheroes. All supplies provided. Every teen who attends will take home a free comic! And be sure to check out our display of comics, graphic novels and manga while you’re here. For teens ages 12 – 18.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Tools for the Toolbox - LEAP Support Group
Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
These groups will provide activities to do when feeling stress or anxious to redirect that energy.
Express Yourself - In-Person Program
Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Close out the summer by exploring your creativity and individuality with our artistic workshop. Learn about the power of positivity and create an art piece that will remind you of your new life skill! For teens ages 12 – 18.
Coloring for Adults - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
An afternoon of coloring for adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics
Wed, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Computer Basics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
A drop-in class for computer basics. For adults.
Baby Band - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Please join us for stories, songs, and gentle movements designed for babies 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Listen, Create, and Celebrate! - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us as we celebrate the Chicano Resource Center's 50th Anniversary! Listen to the colorful story "Paletero Man" by Lucky Diaz centered around community, kindness, and the tastes of summer. Ages 4-12 years
Tools for the Toolbox - LEAP Support Group
Mon, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
These groups will provide activities to do when feeling stress or anxious to redirect that energy.
Film Club - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
A screening of "Black Panther". For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics
Wed, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Computer Basics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
A drop-in class for computer basics. For adults.
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Please join us for stories, songs, and gentle movements designed for babies 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
¡Leamos! Spanish Literacy Program
Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
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