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Build Your Own Volcano

In-Person Program

2023-03-22 16:00:00 2023-03-22 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Build Your Own Volcano Learn about STEM careers and the science behind volcanic eruptions as you build your own volcano with construction paper, baking soda, vinegar, and food coloring. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18. Compton Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, March 22
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-22 16:00:00 2023-03-22 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Build Your Own Volcano Learn about STEM careers and the science behind volcanic eruptions as you build your own volcano with construction paper, baking soda, vinegar, and food coloring. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18. Compton Library - Meeting Room

Compton Library

Meeting Room

Learn about STEM careers and the science behind volcanic eruptions as you build your own volcano with construction paper, baking soda, vinegar, and food coloring. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff or Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

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.

This program is funded by the County of Los Angeles Probation Department through the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA). JJCPA/Probation requires the collection of data on program participants including full name, date of birth, ethnicity, gender, zip code, and signature. Guardian consent is also required to participate.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Business, Career, & Finance | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Art Activity |

Compton Library

Phone: 310.637.0202

Hours
We're closed Monday May 29 due to Memorial Day Closure
Mon, May 29 Closed
(Memorial Day Closure)
Tue, May 30 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 31 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 04 Closed

About the branch

Compton Library branch of the Los Angeles County Free library opened its doors in July of 1913, the 11th branch of today's LA County Library.

The library was located in a storefront building near Main and Tamarind Streets and was later moved to the Compton Union High School at 212 S Acacia Street.

In 1925 a separate building was erected in the City Hall Park at 123 W Almond Street, where it remained until 1974, when the current facility was dedicated at 240 W Compton Boulevard.

Upcoming events

Wed, May 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us in a special Asian Pacific Heritage themed storytime, flower lei craft, and more! For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.  

Sat, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.

Tue, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Wed, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side.  A new art activity every week; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver

Thu, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver.

Thu, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn fun facts behind the science of shrink film and then get creative by making your own unique keyrings using shrink film. Ages 12 - 17

Fri, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us this Friday for a film fest where we will show family friendly movies and have a mini discussion afterwards.  For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Registration opens Saturday, June 3 2023 at 12:00pm

Tue, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Tue, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the Juneteenth holiday and some of the culinary history of the holiday, then color your own potholder. For adults ages 18+

Wed, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side. A new art activity every week; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver

Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come learn fun facts about bugs as we play a creepy-crawly version of bingo and learn the science of spiderwebs for various types of spiders. You will learn to weave colorful webs to take home! Ages 6 – 12 and their adult caregiver.

Wed, Jun 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the Mayans and how their observations of the stars and planets influenced their culture and architecture. This short film takes you on a tour of six Mayan temples viewed on our full dome digital planetarium. For ages 8 – 13.

Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about Juneteenth and then create your own buttons with positive images or messages to promote change in your community or in yourself.  Ages 12 - 17

Thu, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver.

Fri, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us in recognition of Juneteenth as we celebrate with a Juneteenth family storytime, craft, and more! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Sat, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Registration opens Saturday, June 10 2023 at 12:00pm

Sat, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Native California Basketry is reflections of the land, cultures and legacies that continue today. Diana introduces Paiute basketweaving traditions by sharing materials, basketry styles, and forms used for gathering food and other utilitarian uses.
This event is full

Tue, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Wed, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Email is an often needed tool. Learn how to use and protect your email. We will be creating a gmail account in this class. Ages 18+

Wed, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side. A new art activity every week; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver

Thu, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Fri, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In collaboration with Crenshaw Dairy Mart, join us in recognition of  Pride Month as we celebrate with a Pride themed family storytime, craft, and more! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.   

Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join the Teen Advisory Board! Earn community service hours and have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services, while working with teens that share your interests in the library. For ages 12 – 18

Sat, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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.
Registration opens Saturday, June 17 2023 at 12:00pm

Tue, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Wed, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Let your children discover their creative side. A new art activity every week; all art supplies will be provided. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver

Thu, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for brick building! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.