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alebrije

Design Your Own Alebrije

In-Person Program
2023-10-17 16:00:00 2023-10-17 16:45:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Your Own Alebrije Joins us as we learn about Alebrijes!  Alebrijes are sculptures originating in Mexico by artist Pedro Linares.  Join us to learn about their rich history and decorate your own plush in the style of this Mexican artistic tradition. South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, October 17
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-17 16:00:00 2023-10-17 16:45:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Your Own Alebrije Joins us as we learn about Alebrijes!  Alebrijes are sculptures originating in Mexico by artist Pedro Linares.  Join us to learn about their rich history and decorate your own plush in the style of this Mexican artistic tradition. South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

South Whittier Library

Meeting Room

Joins us as we learn about Alebrijes!  Alebrijes are sculptures originating in Mexico by artist Pedro Linares.  Join us to learn about their rich history and decorate your own plush in the style of this Mexican artistic tradition.

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: | Hispanic Heritage Month |

South Whittier Library
Phone: 562.946.4415
Hours
We're closed Thursday June 19
Mon, Jun 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 19 Closed
Fri, Jun 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 22 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
Fri, Jun 20, 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.
TAB Meeting & Wear Your Pride: Bracelet Making Class
Sat, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Join the Teen Advisory Board! Attend a meeting and become a member. Ages 14-17 Join us after the meeting to celebrate Pride month and learn how to create your own rainbow rubber band bracelets. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Quiet Reading Adventures: Unplug and Read
Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.
Drones for Teens - In-Person Program
Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Drones4kids for a drone-flying program at South Whittier Library's Summer Discovery Program! Not only will teens have the opportunity to fly a drone, but they will also learn about how drones are utilized in different careers. For ages 13 - 17.
Bubblemania - In-Person Program
Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an amazing show on the science of bubbles with shimmering waves of soap films, rainbow bubbles, big bubbles, small bubbles, square bubbles, triangle bubbles, bubbles within bubbles, and more bubbles! For ages 2 - 12 with adult caregiver.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jun 25, 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.
Nutrition on a Budget
Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join LA County Department of Health Nutritionists as they share guidance and strategies for eating healthy and well on a budget. This event will be web streamed in the South Whittier Library meeting room, no registration required.   For Ages 18+
Quiet Reading Adventures:Unplug and Read
Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.
Stick Structures - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about some of the rulebreakers in architecture and put your own structural engineering skills to the test by building a stick structure!   For kids ages 5 – 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 02, 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.
Library Friends
Wed, Jul 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun day of board games. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.
Library Friends
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun day of board games. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.
Quiet Reading Adventures:Unplug and Read
Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.
Bingo For Books - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play everyone's favorite game and win books! This game is for everyone and everyone is sure to leave a winner! For ages 5 and up.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 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.
Color Sorting Creations - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Matching and sorting are fun ways to learn basic early childhood skills. Join us and have your child collect items to match the colors in egg carton wells then use the items for a process-based art activity!. For ages 2 - 5 with their caregivers. 
Pennant Design Lab for Teens
Thu, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn the art of hand-stitching while designing your own unique pennant banner! In this fun, hands-on workshop for teens. All supplies will be provided. For ages 13 - 17.
Teen Gaming Afternoon - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of games. We’ve got board games, card games, brain teasers and more. Hang out and learn some new games with new friends at the library. For ages 13 – 17.
Quiet Reading Adventures:Unplug and Read
Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time.  For ages 7 and up.
Mini Painting On the Go
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Unleash your inner artist, wherever you are! Join this adult program to discover the fun and portability of painting miniature works of art using a compact tin box and a palette limited to primary colors. All supplies will be provided. For Adults
TAB Meeting & Game Day
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Join the Teen Advisory Board! New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For teens ages 14 – 17. Join us after the meeting for a game day! We'll provide the games, from Uno to Scrabble! All supplies will be provided.  For ages 13-17.
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