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Photograph of Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett with book cover of The Three Billy Goats Gruff

The Three Billy Goats Gruff with Author Mac Barnett & Illustrator Jon Klassen

In-Person Program
2022-10-23 13:00:00 2022-10-23 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Three Billy Goats Gruff with Author Mac Barnett & Illustrator Jon Klassen Renowned, award-winning, and New York Times bestselling duo, MAC BARNETT and JON KLASSEN, will present the first in their groundbreaking new collection of fractured Fairy Tale picture books—a hilarious twist on The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Manhattan Beach Library -

Sunday, October 23
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-23 13:00:00 2022-10-23 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Three Billy Goats Gruff with Author Mac Barnett & Illustrator Jon Klassen Renowned, award-winning, and New York Times bestselling duo, MAC BARNETT and JON KLASSEN, will present the first in their groundbreaking new collection of fractured Fairy Tale picture books—a hilarious twist on The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Manhattan Beach Library -

Renowned, award-winning, and New York Times bestselling duo, MAC BARNETT and JON KLASSEN, will present the first in their groundbreaking new collection of fractured Fairy Tale picture books—a hilarious twist on The Three Billy Goats Gruff.

Told with pitch perfect timing, hilarious detail, and Barnett's signature narrator voice, and brought to stunning visual life with Klassen’s brilliantly restrained illustrations, this is Billy Goats Gruff as never before. The Three Billy Goats Gruff is recommended for readers ages 4 - 8. 

Books will be on sale during the event in partnership with Pages: A Bookstore. 

Mac Barnett is the New York Times bestselling author of many picture books, including The Important Thing About Margaret Wise Brown, the New York Times bestselling The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse, the Caldecott Honor Book and E.B. White Read Aloud Award-winner Sam and Dave Dig a Hole, and the Caldecott Honor Book and Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winner Extra Yarn. He is also the coauthor of the bestselling Terrible Two series with Jory John. Mac lives in Oakland, California. 

Jon Klassen is an animator and Governor General's Award-winning creator of children's books. His book This is Not My Hat won both the American Caldecott Medal and the British Kate Greenway Medal, making Jon the first person to win both awards for the same work. Jon was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and currently resides in Los Angeles.

This event is held in-person. LA County Public Health strongly encourages masks and physical distancing indoors regardless of vaccination status. Masks will continue to be available for customers upon request. 

AGE GROUP: | Children | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Storytelling | Book Sale | Book Reading | Author Talk |

Manhattan Beach Library
Phone: 310.545.8595
Hours
Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Manhattan Beach Library was started as a subscription library in 1910 by the Neptunian Women's Club of Manhattan Beach.

The library became part of LA County Library in January 1915, making it one of the oldest continuing libraries in the county system. The library moved into a separate building in 1957 and to its current location in 1975. In 2013, construction began on a new more modern building that would meet the needs of the 35,000 residents in the 3.87 square mile community.

On May 1, 2015 the new 21,500 square foot building designed by architectural firm Johnson Favaro opened. It features a two-story modern design with panoramic ocean views, an interactive children's exhibit, fireplace, automated materials handling system, and self-check machines

Upcoming events

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Wed, Sep 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers.
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Why Dolphins Surf? - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 18, 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 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community. For adults.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills in our Play Day and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5.
Susie Hansen Latin Trio - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Circle Time - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers.
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Magical Self Portraits: Inspired by Frida Kahlo - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Its Hispanic Heritage Month! Step into the shoes of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo! She created self-portraits that expressed her reality and ideals. Create your own self-portraits in the style of magic realism to express yourself. For ages 5 - 12.
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 25, 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 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! For ages 12 - 17.
DIY Book Bedazzling - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Come try out the newest BookTok trend and bling out your favorite book! Bring your own book or choose one of ours to bedazzle with gem diamond art techniques. For teens and adults.
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Make Your Best Move - Chess For Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you want to be be good at chess, or are you already totally awesome? Either way, join other chess enthusiasts and learn to improve your game all while having lots of fun! All skill levels welcome! For ages 12 - 17.
Amate Bark Painting - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Amate is a bark paper used in Mexico for centuries. Celebrate National Hispanic History Month by learning the history of amate and recreating the special paper and artistic motifs. For ages 12 - 17.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills in our Play Day and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5.
Evening Book Club: "Playground" by Richard Powers - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. For adults.
Circle Time - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers.
CrEATive Plate Kid's Cooking - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
In this creative, hands-on cooking experience, you will create your own delicious treat while learning cooking methods and safety! For ages 5 – 12 and their adult caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 16, 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 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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