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Cover of the book on Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous

Hooked on Books Book Club

In-Person Program
2023-06-27 18:00:00 2023-06-27 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hooked on Books Book Club Ocean Vuong's debut novel is a shattering portrait of a family, a first love, and the redemptive power of storytelling. Join us as we commemorate LGBTQ+ Pride Month and dive into On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous. For adults. Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, June 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Quartz Hill Library

Meeting Room

Ocean Vuong's debut novel is a shattering portrait of a family, a first love, and the redemptive power of storytelling. Join us as we commemorate LGBTQ+ Pride Month and dive into On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous. For adults.

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. The letter unearths a family's history that began before he was born -- a history whose epicenter is rooted in Vietnam -- and serves as a doorway into parts of his life his mother has never known, all of it leading to an unforgettable revelation.


Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! 


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: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Summer Discovery Program | LGBTQ+ Pride | Book Club |

Quartz Hill Library
Phone: 661.943.2454
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About the branch

The Quartz Hill Library is located in the unincorporated town of Quartz Hill, adjacent to the cities of Palmdale and Lancaster, and was founded on July 24, 1959. The then 3,530 sq. ft. library was originally located at 42018 N. 50th St. in a building formerly housed by three adjoining, family run stores.

With funding generously provided by County of Los Angeles Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, a new state-of-the-art 12,514 sq. ft. library opened at it's current location of 5040 West Avenue M-2 on November 19, 2016. The new Quartz Hill Library features a community meeting room, two group study rooms, and an expansive Children's area.

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Wed, Sep 09, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
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Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
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New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new 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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
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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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Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
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Quiet Reading Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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