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African and African American Tales with Michael D. McCarty

In-Person Program

2023-02-16 15:30:00 2023-02-16 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles African and African American Tales with Michael D. McCarty Storyteller Michael D. McCarty presents African-American and International folktales that will inform, educate, inspire and amuse. For ages 5 and up View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library -

Thursday, February 16
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-16 15:30:00 2023-02-16 16:30:00 America/Los_Angeles African and African American Tales with Michael D. McCarty Storyteller Michael D. McCarty presents African-American and International folktales that will inform, educate, inspire and amuse. For ages 5 and up View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library -

Storyteller Michael D. McCarty presents African-American and International folktales that will inform, educate, inspire and amuse. For ages 5 and up

Internationally acclaimed storyteller, Michael D. McCarty, presents African-American and International folktales, historical tales, stories of science, spiritual stories as well as stories of the brilliant and absolutely absurd things he has done in his life. His stories inform, educate, inspire, and amuse.

For ages 5 and up

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. 

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. Please see the Guidelines for Attendees during the registration process for more information.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Theatre, Film, & Media | History, Society, & Culture |

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View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Phone: 323.293.5371

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Mon, Oct 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 02 Closed

About the branch

The Library founded in 1940 serves the View Park-Windsor Hills residents of the unincorporated area west of the City of Los Angeles north of the City of Inglewood and southeast of the City of Culver City.

Library service was provided through a leased facility of 2,300 square feet, located at 5400 S. Harcourt Avenue at 54th Street. The library moved to its present location in 1977 and offers a full range of library services.

Upcoming events

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Wed, Nov 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
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.
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Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by exploring Pueblo pottery’s rich history and modern craft. Enjoy inspiring works by Rowan Harrison and a hands-on coil pottery activity. For ages 13 – 18.

Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 – 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Study Room
Let's celebrate the legacy of the author and mental health advocate, Bebe Moore Campbell, by exploring different self-help books and techniques with a group of other adults.

Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Study Room
Join us for a session of coloring for adults. Coloring can be a relaxing and therapeutic way to de-stress while being creative. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring book. For adults.

Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Study Room
We will read and discuss What You Leave Behind by Wanda Morris. For adults.

Sat, Nov 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, join us in highlighting how Native communities are taking control over their food sources and production by revitalizing traditional, healthy, and localized food sources. For adults.

Tue, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Study Room
In this session, we will revisit some of our past projects that might make good gifts to keep or share including tote bags, windchimes, birdhouses and more. Supplies will be provided. For adults.

Wed, Nov 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

Sat, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 – 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Had your fill of turkey and pie? Ready to laugh, play, and challenge your friends? Have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family while playing a variety of board games. All games will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.