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Travel Guatemala: Worry Dolls

In-Person Program
2023-09-19 16:00:00 2023-09-19 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Travel Guatemala: Worry Dolls As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, travel with us and learn about Guatemala! Make a version of the Guatemalan Worry Doll, that according to Mayan legend takes away worries!  For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver. Florence Library -

Tuesday, September 19
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-19 16:00:00 2023-09-19 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Travel Guatemala: Worry Dolls As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, travel with us and learn about Guatemala! Make a version of the Guatemalan Worry Doll, that according to Mayan legend takes away worries!  For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver. Florence Library -

As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, travel with us and learn about Guatemala! Make a version of the Guatemalan Worry Doll, that according to Mayan legend takes away worries!  For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

This event is part of a Travel Latin America Series that happens Tuesdays, September 19 - October 10. Registrants will receive a boarding pass at each event. They will also get a passport that will be stamped for each event they attend. Turn in the stamped passport at the last event for an opportunity for a special prize!

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

TAGS: | Travel | Hispanic Heritage Month | Art Activity |

Florence Library
Phone: 323.581.8028
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About the branch

Library service to the Florence community began in 1914 as a collection of 125 titles housed in the home of Fred W. Cleland at 1920 E. Florence Avenue, with Mrs. Maude Cleland as the volunteer custodian of the collection. On June 30, 1915, the collection of 508 books was moved to the Florence Avenue Elementary School.

In 1920, the collection of 1,000 books and 11 magazine subscriptions was moved into a building with a converted stable at 7607 Crocket Boulevard. In 1924, the library was housed at 7215 Beach Boulevard and was again moved in 1931/32 to a storefront building at the corner of Makee Street and Florence Avenue. This storefront facility was refurbished in 1964 for the 50th anniversary of the Florence Library.

In 1970, the library was moved to the current location. The Library was refurbished beginning December 2001 and reopened May 2002.

The Library debuted its new refurbished location at the Florence-Firestone Community Service Center on May 3, 2023.

Upcoming events

Women's History Month: Craft Coasters
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate Women's History Month with us as we decorate and create a coaster featuring remarkable women throughout history. All supplies will be provided. For adults.
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences 
Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun geared toward adults with developmental disabilities and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.
Cesar Chavez Magnets - In-Person Program
Tue, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us to learn about César Chávez, a civil rights advocate and farm labor leader who championed nonviolent social change and environmental rights. Afterwards, make a magnet that celebrates his legacy. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.   
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Mar 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Family Freestyle Art - In-Person Program
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tap into your creative side and discover all the wondrous things you can make! Explore our books for ideas and uncover your hidden talents. We provide the space and supplies, just bring your imagination! For the whole family.
Teen Advisory Board
Thu, Mar 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Do you love books? Do you like meeting new friends? Then the Teen Advisory Board is for you!  For teens ages 13 - 17. 
Wonderful Women Paleontologists Workshop: Fossils and Dinosaur Puzzles - In-Person Program
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Explore the world of paleontology and, in honor of Women's History Month, get to know some women paleontologists. We'll have fun making a clay fossil, then you can decorate and build a 3-D dinosaur puzzle! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Mar 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Come join us for an afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills, develop fine and gross motor skills, and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 1 - 5 with parent or caregiver.
Paint Night: César Chávez 
Thu, Mar 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a relaxing night of basic acrylic painting. Tap into your inner artist and create a masterpiece at the library! For teens ages 13 - 17. 
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences 
Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun geared toward adults with developmental disabilities and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.
CrEATive Plate: Kid's Cooking - In-Person Program
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the fun as CrEATive Plate teaches kids the fundamentals of cooking with a nutritional component. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Mar 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Raising Confident, Competent Children
Thu, Mar 27, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children, and explore strategies to take home and try with your family.  For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12. 
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