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Play and Explore

In-Person Program
2026-11-05 11:00:00 2026-11-05 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Play and Explore Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity. Help children learn social and emotional skills through shared play time and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Chet Holifield Library -

Thursday, November 05
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity. Help children learn social and emotional skills through shared play time and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers.

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

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Babies |

EVENT TYPE: | Entertainment | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Smart Start |

Chet Holifield Library
Phone: 323.728.0421
Hours
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We're closed Monday October 12 due to Indigenous Peoples' Day
Mon, Oct 12 Closed
(Indigenous Peoples' Day)
Tue, Oct 13 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 17 Closed
Sun, Oct 18 Closed
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About the branch

The library was established in February of 1969 in honor of Congressman Chet Holifield, 19th District (served 1943-1974). The library primarily serves the residents of south Montebello. In January 2011, the library reopened after a year-long refurbishment project.

Upcoming events

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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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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Book Club for Adults - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whether you like historical fiction, sci-fi, romance, or memoirs, this book club reads it all. This month, join us for a discussion of Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. Pick up a copy at the information desk today! For adults
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
To celebrate Teen Read Month, explore why books are banned and create a poster informing your peers about the dangers of censorship. For teens ages 13 - 17
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Native American Heritage Month: Formline Art - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest like the Tlingit and Haida use formline and ovoid shapes in much of their art. Learn how to create a wolf head in this unique style on a tote bag to keep. For children ages 5 - 12.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity. Help children learn social and emotional skills through shared play time and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.
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