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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
Hours
Mon, May 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed
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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

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Month: Origami Crane Mobile - In-Person Program
Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we celebrate the legacy of Sadako Sasaki and her thousand origami cranes. After learning about Sadako’s impact, you will create your own origami crane mobile.
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.  For Adults.
Spring Building Block Bonanza - In-Person Program
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon and test your building skills using blocks, planks, and tiles! For ages 3 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, May 14, 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.
Wild Man Dan Reptile Show - In-Person Program
Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join Wild Man Dan for an exciting, informative program that includes live specimens and explores the fascinating world of reptiles, arachnids, and other amazing animals! For the whole family.
Play and Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, May 15, 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.
Craft and Chill Club & Teen Advisory Board 
Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Let’s craft & chill together doing some relaxing art in a low-key setting. For teens ages 13 - 17. 
Florence's ESL Café
Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Do you want to practice your English for the Citizenship interview or become more comfortable speaking with others? for Adults.
Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Games - In-Person Program
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn about two traditional games, ddakji from Korea and len choa from Thailand. Have fun making versions of these games that you can enjoy with family and friends! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, May 21, 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.
Learn and Create Club for Adults with Developmental Differences
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.  For Adults.
Book Bingo - In-Person Program
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Celebrate reading with exciting rounds of book bingo! Win a book to build up your personal library and have a chance to receive other prizes too! While supplies last. For the whole family.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, May 28, 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--Evening Edition - In-Person Program
Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Come join us for an evening 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.
Raising Confident, Competent Children - In-Person Program
Thu, May 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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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