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Papel picado

DIY Papel Picado

In-Person Program
2023-09-27 18:00:00 2023-09-27 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles DIY Papel Picado Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating our own papel picado. This traditional Mexican decretive craft came from the Aztec people as they chiseled into bark and is now used for celebrations.   For adults. South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, September 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-27 18:00:00 2023-09-27 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles DIY Papel Picado Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating our own papel picado. This traditional Mexican decretive craft came from the Aztec people as they chiseled into bark and is now used for celebrations.   For adults. South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

South Whittier Library

Meeting Room

Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating our own papel picado. This traditional Mexican decretive craft came from the Aztec people as they chiseled into bark and is now used for celebrations.   For adults.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Hispanic Heritage Month |

South Whittier Library
Phone: 562.946.4415
Hours
Mon, Sep 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 06 Closed
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About the branch

South Whittier Library was founded in 1915. The library's first location was in a one-room schoolhouse. South Whittier's first separate built-as-a-library building was dedicated on April 16, 1956.

After 16 years at that location on Laurel Avenue, the library moved to 14433 Leffingwell Road. The library closed for renovations in January 1988 and a newly remodeled library opened on October 1988. After 44 years the library helped its last customer on October 22, 2016.

As part of Los Angeles County's Fourth District Operation Libraries, construction on a new library began in July 2015. On November 21, 2016 the new 14,411 square foot building at 11543 Colima Road opened for service

Upcoming events

Teen Gaming Afternoon - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.
Rescheduled
Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu and COVID-19 - In-Person Program
Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Tuesday, October 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured. 
Hispanic Heritage Month: Artist Fernando Llort - In-Person Program
Mon, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring Fernando LLort’s beautiful and cultural Salvadoran art and learn about El Salvador. Then create your very own handcrafted magical bird inspired by his creativity. For tweens and teens, ages 12 - 18.
Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu and COVID-19 - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured. 
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Guatemalan Barriletes
Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, please join us to create Guatemalan barriletes which are traditional kites that are an integral part of the country's cultural and religious traditions. For adults.
The Failure Toy Workshop - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for the ultimate balancing act and learn to accept failure with The Failure Toy. Your impossible task is to balance irregular shapes on an unstable wooden hoop. Learn and grow through failure and teamwork in this novel game. For ages 13 – 17.
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room
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.
Perler Bead Designs - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we make perler bead creations using patterns or design your own original piece.  They are a fun way to explore your creativity and design your own original works of art. All materials will be provided. For Ages 5 to 12 years old.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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 TAB
Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board!
Teen Read Month: Teen Trivia
Thu, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Do you have what it takes to be the Teen Read Month Trivia champion? Have fun, win prizes, and see if you are more knowledgeable about teen books and library resources than your peers!
Teen-Fright Gallery
Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about Polaroid emulsion, a unique photographic image transferring technique. Then create your very own freighting portrait and transfer it on to paper or wood.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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.
Preserved Flower Bookmarks
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Preserving flowers has been an art dating back to 16 century, Japan.  Join us as we learn about different methods to preserve flowers and create your very own unique flower pressed bookmark. Share them as a gift or keep them for yourself.    
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